Shin splints are a common injury associated with running or other impact activities. The pain is typically along the inside of the shin or tibia which is amplified with impact. Several different factors can cause shin splints such as improper warm-up or cool down, poor footwear, repetitive stress, flat feet, or even a change in your workouts. There are many ways that shin splints can be successfully treated, including Shockwave, Graston, or Active Release. Restricting impact, stretching, foam rolling, proper footwear, and ice are important during treatment to get you back to your activities as soon as possible.
Shin splints can by caused by overloading your leg muscles, tendons, or shin bones. This can be caused by high impact and repetitive exercise. Shin splints slow down athletes and hinder performance. Our clinic has several options for treatment for athletes and individuals experiencing pain from shin splints.
No, you do not need a prescription for you to see a chiropractor. If you are a new client, fill out the intake details form so that we can get to know you better. You can even book your appointment directly from our website.
In most cases, during your chiropractic session, you will not have to undress. Wear comfortable loose-fitting clothes that will not hamper your movement.
Yes, the chiropractic treatment methods are very safe, and our team members are all experienced, qualified practitioners.
You should visit a physiotherapist if your pain is mechanical. Also, other reasons you may choose to attend a physical therapy session include when the pain is not going away, the pain has severely affected movement, or it prevents you from sporting activities. Any of these reasons show that it is time to see a physiotherapist.
No, because physiotherapists are considered primary care providers in Alberta, you do not need a referral from a doctor to see a private physiotherapist.
However, in some situations, your doctor may refer you to a physiotherapist if you are recovering from surgery or have a significant medical condition requiring specialized care. In addition, if your private health insurance covers physiotherapy, you may need to provide a doctor’s referral in order for the insurer to cover the cost of your treatment.
In Alberta, Physiotherapy is not generally covered by Alberta Healthcare. Some physiotherapy sessions may be approved after surgery or fracture in approved clinics- but it is most common for individuals to pay out of pocket for treatment. Unfortunately Human Integrated Performance cannot receive payment by Alberta Healthcare. Many employers offer health benefits that cover physiotherapy services, which Human Integrated Performance provides direct billing options for. Chat with our front desk to learn more about your coverage and billing options.