Back pain accounts for a significant proportion of WorkSafeBC’s injury claims and costs due to time lost from work. In terms of recommended interventions for low back pain, spinal manipulation has... Read More
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Many physicians are skep-tical about using corticosteroid injection to manage treatment for workers and other patients suffering from lateral epicondyle tendinopathy (tennis elbow). These doubts... Read More
The groin is defined as the area where the upper thigh and lower abdomen meet. In examining this area, it’s important to know the local anatomy and the referral patterns of pain from distant... Read More
Shoulder injuries are among the top three worker injuries resulting in WorkSafeBC claims. As the workforce ages, shoulder injuries are likely to become even more prevalent as the rotator cuff... Read More
Clinical evidence suggests that long-term use of high-dose opioids is associated with notable risks. Patients may develop tolerance, dependency, or addiction to these medications. Other associated... Read More