INNOVATIVE SPORT MEDICINE PHYSICIANS
MELISSA GOLDSMITH
- REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Melissa grew up in Montreal and completed a degree in Hotel Management. She used this degree to work and travel the world. This is how she discovered her passion for food, nutrition and cooking. Melissa obtained her Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Nutrition to become a Registered Dietitian. She is dedicated to helping people, which has always shown through her continuous community involvement, both locally and globally.
It is very important to her that people have the education and tools required to live a healthier lifestyle. She is a proud nutrition advocate and a strong believer in preventing and treating medical conditions with healthy living education and specifically tailored diets. Melissa believes that real health starts with real food, and not only should it be easy, it should be tasty and fun too!
MELISSA GOLDSMITH
- REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Melissa grew up in Montreal and completed a degree in Hotel Management. She used this degree to work and travel the world. This is how she discovered her passion for food, nutrition and cooking. Melissa obtained her Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Nutrition to become a Registered Dietitian. She is dedicated to helping people, which has always shown through her continuous community involvement, both locally and globally.
It is very important to her that people have the education and tools required to live a healthier lifestyle. She is a proud nutrition advocate and a strong believer in preventing and treating medical conditions with healthy living education and specifically tailored diets. Melissa believes that real health starts with real food, and not only should it be easy, it should be tasty and fun too!
MELISSA GOLDSMITH
- REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Melissa grew up in Montreal and completed a degree in Hotel Management. She used this degree to work and travel the world. This is how she discovered her passion for food, nutrition and cooking. Melissa obtained her Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Nutrition to become a Registered Dietitian. She is dedicated to helping people, which has always shown through her continuous community involvement, both locally and globally.
It is very important to her that people have the education and tools required to live a healthier lifestyle. She is a proud nutrition advocate and a strong believer in preventing and treating medical conditions with healthy living education and specifically tailored diets. Melissa believes that real health starts with real food, and not only should it be easy, it should be tasty and fun too!
SPORT MEDICINE pHYSICIAN
Diagnostic imaging*
Diagnostic imaging*
Diagnostic Imaging
Sport Medicine Physicians may order imaging modalities such as X-rays, ultrasound, and MRI to help clarify a diagnosis. Once a diagnosis is established, treatment strategies can be implemented.
INJECTION THERAPY*
INJECTION THERAPY*
Injection Therapy
Injections provide a targeted approach to treatment. Injections like PRP, prolotherapy, and tenotomy are used to enhance tissue regeneration. Viscosupplementation is used as part of a preventative approach to osteoarthritis. Corticosteroid injections are helpful in reducing inflammation when other strategies have not been successful.
NITRIC OXIDE THERAPY
Bone Stimulation (Lipus)*
Bone Stimulation (Lipus)*
Bone Stimulation (Lipus)
Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) provides a stimulus for bone growth in cases where fractures have not healed completely.
Orthopaedic Referral*
Orthopaedic referral*
Orthopaedic Referral
When surgery is indicated for a particular injury, Sport Medicine Physicians have preferred access to Orthopaedic Surgeons to ensure that patients are seen in a timely manner.
THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE
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PHYSIOTHERAPY
SHOCKWAVE THERAPY*
SHOCKWAVE THERAPY*
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is used to enhance healing potential by providing mechanical stimulation to injured or torn tissues.
Blood Flow Restriction
Blood Flow Restriction is a training technique to gain strength in muscles surrounding an injured joint while minimizing loading on that joint. This technique is particularly useful early in acute injuries or post-surgery to limit muscle atrophy.
blood flow restriction*
gait analysis
Dry Needling/Acupuncture
intramuscular stimulation (IMS)
ELECTROTHERAPY
Cupping
Manual Therapy
WCB/MVA assessment
THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE
Phonophoresis
registered dietician
MEAL PLANNING and prep
Healthy eating education
Exercise and sport nutrition
Team and group nutrition
Digestive concerns
Food allergies and preferences
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orthotist
Custom bracing*
custom bracing*
Custom Bracing
Specific ligament tears may require custom braces to stabilize the joint. Our Orthotist will provide you with information on available options.
Custom Orthotics*
Custom Orthotics*
Custom Orthotics
Custom Orthotics may be useful for specific foot abnormalities. Our Orthotist will discuss options and expectations for treatment.
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BIOMECHANIST
3D Gait Analysis
Gait Retraining
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ATHLETIC THERAPIST
Sport-Specific return to play
Bracing
Custom bracing
Blood Flow Restriction therapy*
Blood FLow Restriction Therapy*
Blood Flow Restriction Training (BFR)
It is done by limiting arterial and venous flow of the limb to increase strength, hypertrophy, and endurance. It is typically used to increase muscular strength and hypertrophy in patients who are too weak or in too much pain to proceed with a traditional high intensity training or rehabilitation programs. It can also be used in isolation to prevent atrophy when a patient is immobilized or as a method to aid in cardiovascular fitness.
Therapeutic exercise
Injury assessment and management
Manual Therapy
Electrical stimulation
taping
concussion management
Customized run training programs
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Contact Us:
Phone: 403-452-5757
EMAIL: info@innovativesportmedicine.ca
ADDRESS: Mayfair Place, 110-6707 Elbow Drive SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 0E3