Hoffa’s fat pad syndrome is a common yet often overlooked cause of anterior knee pain that affects thousands of Canadians every year. This condition occurs when the infrapatellar fat pad, a small cushion of fatty tissue located just below the kneecap, becomes pinched, irritated, or inflamed during everyday movement or physical activity. What Causes Hoffa’s […]

A knee ligament injury is one of the most common and painful orthopaedic problems Canadians face. Whether it happens during a weekend hockey game, a soccer match, or even a sudden misstep on an icy sidewalk, a damaged ligament can instantly affect your ability to walk, work, and stay active. The knee relies on four […]

Patellofemoral pain syndrome is one of the most common causes of knee pain affecting Canadians of all ages. This condition develops around the kneecap and can turn simple daily activities like climbing stairs, sitting for long periods, or going for a walk into painful experiences. It is especially prevalent among teenagers, runners, and physically active […]

Sever’s disease is one of the most common causes of heel pain in children and teenagers across Canada, affecting kids between the ages of 10 and 14 who are active in sports. Also known as calcaneal apophysitis, this condition occurs when the growth plate at the back of the heel becomes inflamed during rapid bone […]