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MVA

Have you been involved in a motor vehicle accident? If so, we understand that this can be an extremely stressful time. At Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare and the Calgary Concussion Centre, we are committed to helping you understand and navigate this confusing process, so that the focus can shift to getting you back to optimal […]

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Neuro-Muscular Electrical Stimulation

Fun Fact! No active contraction is occurring during this video! Yep, you read that right – this bicep curl is happening completely passively via a nifty machine called Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation. But, how? Well, muscles of the body are comprised of different types of fibres. “Slow-twitch Type 1 Muscle Fibres” produce low-force muscle contractions. They […]

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Concussion

Concussions can be scary. They can be overwhelming. And they can be lonely. Initially you may feel as though you’re in a dark spot, but we are here to bring color back to your life! Did you know that a mere 7-10 years ago, absolute rest in a dark room, with no physical and/or cognitive […]

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K-Tape

Kinesiology Tape was originally conceived to provide support to injured body structures, without restricting movement in the way traditional sports tapes tend to. While some injuries result in an unstable joint that requires immobilization to prevent further damage, other injuries call for continued mobility to reduce pain, speed up the healing process, and prevent further […]

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Proprioception

Proprioception is a “sense” or awareness of body position, allowing us to perceive where a specific part of the body is in space.  For example, the ability to know your thumb is up or down, the ability to touch your finger to your nose, or knowing that your head is upright, all without having to […]

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Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive modality used in the treatment of chronic musculoskeletal conditions. Stemming from the knowledge that sound waves could be used to break down gallstones and kidney stones, therapeutic shockwave is now used in clinic to transmit low energy sound waves through an area of injury, stimulating the body’s natural healing response. […]

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Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare is Opening Soon!

Updated: August 11, 2020 Welcome to Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare, home of the Calgary Concussion Centre! We may be the new kids on the block, but we are committed to empowering you to live your healthiest life, YYC! Using education, mobility, as well as a knowledge-based approach to treatments, we provide physiotherapy, chiropractic, pedorthics, concussion management, […]

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Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare COVID-19 Safety Policy

The health and safety of all clients, staff, and partners of Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare are our priority.  That’s why we are committed to the following policies and procedures regarding COVID-19: All clients will be required to complete a COVID-19 screening questionnaire prior to all appointments.  This will be emailed to you and must be […]

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