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To advertise please contact Amy Sykes TODAY! asykes@theifp.ca 905.873.0301 ext 237 SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION TODAY Amy Sykes - Special Features asykes@TheIFP.ca or call 905-877-0301 ext. 237 Ask The Professionals Diana Coryn Sales Representative 83 Mill Street, Suite B, Georgetown, Ontario wfreed@synergybenefits.ca 905-609-4613 Marta Masley B.Sc.(PT), M.C.P.A. Diana Coryn Tel: (905) 877-8668 Fax: (905) 877-4165 dcoryn@amjcampbell.com www.amjcampbell.com 905-703-8857 1-877-826-2468 www.synergybenefits.ca Wendy Farrow-Reed CHRP (Certified Human Resource Professional) FREE PRESCRIPTION DELIVERY Joy Thornton RPh I've just started my Spring jogging regime, which involves running about 10 km, 3-4 times weekly. I'm beginning to experience pain in both my shins. I assume this is "shin splints". What exactly is this and what should I do? "Shin splints" is a general term used to describe pain and inflammation as a result of repetitive micratrauma to the top two-thirds of the tibia (the main shin bone). There are actually a number of different causes for this syndrome, namely: irritation of the membrane between the tibia and fibula (other shin bone), stress fracture of the tibia, tendonitis of the posterior tibialis muscle, increased pressure (and ischemia) in the anterior tibialis muscle. Q: A: Open until Midnight 7 days a week Georgetown Marketplace 905-877-2291 take? Q: A: My husband just got transferred and we need to plan a move to Calgary. What steps do I need to Q: A: Is your Social Media policy clear? Q: A The first thing you should do is call a professional moving company like AMJ Campbell. Unfortunately there are many movers out there who are fly by nighters and will take advantage of families who are moving. At AMJ we treat your possessions like they are our own and your family like it's our family. 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More importantly, it should be remembered that shin splints is an overuse syndrome. Contributing causal factors are: uneven running surface, ineffective running shoes, a sudden increase in mileage, the beginning of a brand new running regime, overpronation. Standard treatment includes rest and possibly oral anti-inflammatories. If the problem has resulted from a tendonitis, then your physiotherapist will utilize modalities such as ultrasound and will work to increase your lower leg flexibility/strength. He or she will also address the possibility of poor lower extremity biomechanics, such as over-pronation. Ultimately prevention is the key. Anytime you start (or re-start) a running program, make sure that your shoes are not worn-out and you progress gradually to increase distance and change terrain. Prepare your lower leg muscles with a stretching/strengthening program at least 4-6 weeks before you start your running program, maintaining it throughout your running season. 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Employers may also encounter legal issues when disciplining employees for improper social media use. A solid first step in managing the risks is adopting an appropriate policy for social media use. I recently had a bunch of blood tests done and my doctor says I am at risk of developing diabetes. How does he know this and what can I do to try and prevent diabetes? : Your blood tests may have revealed that you have Impaired Glucose Tolerance (IGT). This means your blood sugar levels were higher than average but not as high as those of people with diabetes. Some people with IGT will go on to develop type 2 diabetes, others can bring their blood sugar levels back to normal with simple lifestyle changes. Lifestyle changes that can help include: 1. Modifying your diet. Increase your daily intake of fresh fruits and vegetables and reduce your fat and sugar intake. Follow Canada's Food Guide to improve your diet. 2. Quitting smoking. 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