This fall, Guardian Caps are appearing more frequently in football, including on professional fields. As someone with experience with rugby and wakeboarding, I immediately noticed how these caps...
Guardian Caps For Concussion Prevention
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Physio Treatments: How Many Will I Need?
A frequently asked question at North 49 is: *“How many physio treatments will I need to see improvement for my headaches, back pain, foot pain, etc.?” While we can’t provide a one-size-fits-all...
Blisters: How to Prevent & Treat Like a Pro
Blisters might seem like a minor inconvenience, but for anyone who's ever had to power through a long day on their feet, tackle a grueling race, or even just break in a new pair of shoes, you know...
Creatine Chronicles: Debunking Myths and Exploring Real Benefits
Supplementation has become an integral part of modern health and fitness routines. It helps provide a convenient way to ensure the body receives essential nutrients that may be lacking in one's...
Dizziness Treatment & the Hammer Throw at the Paris Olympics: A Lesson in the Body’s Adaptability
The Olympics in Paris has showcased a wide array of sports, each with its own stories of skill and dedication. I am not sure if you are like me, but I like to keep my TV on during the Olympics. With...
Conquering Toe Pain: Rocker Soled Shoes & Carbon Fiber Inserts
For a period of time, my great toe was a constant source of pain, snapping, and stiffness. It wasn't until about a year and a half after the discomfort began that it started interfering with my...
Hallux Rigidus & Hallux Limitus
A couple of years ago, I started noticing a peculiar snapping sensation in my big toe. It felt like it was out of place until it snapped, and there was a tightness when I stepped back with that...
Elbow Pain: Tennis Elbow vs Golfer’s Elbow
Elbow pain can be a real nuisance, affecting our daily activities and overall quality of life. Two of the most common culprits behind this discomfort are conditions known as tennis elbow and...
Baker’s Cyst and Knee Pain
Do you ever experience knee pain or swelling after walking or running that seems to affect the back side of your knee? If so, let's review a lesser-known yet not uncommon knee condition called a...