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Musculoskeletal health for Canadians — orthopedics, arthritis, back and spine care, joint pain, and recovery, reviewed by orthopedic specialists.

Metatarsalgia Treatment: Symptoms, Causes & Relief Canada

Metatarsalgia treatment starts with understanding what causes the pain and inflammation in the ball of your foot — the padded area …

Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD Read

An ankle sprain is one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries Canadians face — whether it happens on a hiking trail in the …

Dr. James Okafor, MD, PhD Read

Bunions treatment is a growing concern for Canadians, as bunions remain one of the most common foot problems seen in clinics …

Dr. James Okafor, MD, PhD Read

A broken toe is one of the most common bone injuries Canadians experience, and knowing how to recognize and treat it can make a …

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD Read

Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain affecting Canadians, occurring when the thick band of tissue along the …

Dr. Michael Ross, MD, FRCSC Read

A sprained ankle is one of the most common injuries Canadians face — whether it happens on the soccer field, while hiking a trail …

Dr. Michael Ross, MD, FRCSC Read

Tendinopathy causes pain, stiffness, and reduced function in damaged tendons, and it is one of the most common musculoskeletal …

Dr. Michael Ross, MD, FRCSC Read

A leg fracture is one of the most common orthopaedic injuries treated in Canadian emergency departments, affecting thousands of …

Dr. James Okafor, MD, PhD Read

Back pain treatment is one of the most common reasons Canadians visit their family doctor, a walk-in clinic, or an emergency room …

Dr. Michael Ross, MD, FRCSC Read

Syringomyelia symptoms can develop gradually, making this spinal cord condition difficult to detect early.

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD Read