This year marks the 30th
anniversary of the Cardiac Health Foundation’s Walk of Life! This amazing
event, taking place on May 25th, offers something for everyone – 6
different events for individuals of all ages – and it's a great way to get out
and exercise all while supporting the cause of prevention, education and
cardiac rehabilitation. But if you suffer from knee pain caused by an anterior
cruciate ligament (ACL) tear, an event like this
may not hold the same appeal to you as it does for others.
ACL sprains and tears are two of the most
common knee injuries and can be brought on by a number of different things –
from running, to participation in high-impact sports, to even just twisting the
wrong way. How? Here’s a very brief anatomy lesson to bring you up to speed.
The 3 bones that meet to form your knee joint (femur, tibia and patella) are
connected by ligaments which act like strong ropes to hold those bones together
and keep your knee stable. When you change direction rapidly, stop suddenly,
slow down quickly when running or land incorrectly from a jump, these ligaments
can be torn, resulting in severe pain and instability.
If you have suffered from a torn or
sprained ACL, you may think surgery is the only answer for relief. But not
necessarily. Depending on the grade of
the injury, surgery may be the only option for some, but only your doctor can
decide if this is the right method of treatment. That being said, it isn’t the only method of treatment. An ACL knee-brace can work wonders to
provide stability and strength when an injury is not severe.
It's important to note, however, that not
just any brace will do here, so don’t go running out to the nearest drug store
to bag one off the shelf. Generic, one-size-fits-all braces offer minimal - if
any - result. In order for your brace to address your specific issues and
injury, it should be custom made to your exact specifications. Following an
assessment with an experienced sports medicine specialist, your custom ACL knee
brace can be created to fit your knee and secure the highest level of
protection. This ensures your knee brace has the ability to protect you the way
it should.
If you're considering taking part in the
Walk of Life, or just want to get back on the track after a knee injury, why
not get fitted for a custom ACL knee brace and get some proper, long-lasting
relief?
To find out more about how an ACL knee
brace can deliver you optimal relief, contact Athletic Edge Sports Medicine
today by calling 1-416-800-0800 or visit us at www.aesm.ca.
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