Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby f...
The motto for the Canadian Ski Patrol System is Safety and Service. Since its inception more than 60 years ago, the CSPS has had as its primary mission the prevention of injuries and the provision of...
In 1940, Dr. Douglas Firth was asked by the Canadian Amateur Ski Association (CASA) to organize and train a first aid rescue group to patrol the ski hills. The Canadian Ski Patrol System was originally a standing committee of the CASA with independent patrols in d...
Spinal Injuries in Snowboarders: Risk of Jumping as an Integral Part of Snowboarding
Background: The purpose of this study was to clarify the occurrence rate and characteristics of spinal injuries caused by snowboarding that were sustained at the Okumino skiing area in Gifu...
The Canadian Ski Patrol is bound by it's mandate to uphold the Alpine Responsibility Code and the Nordic Responsibility Code. The Codes are short lists of items that, if followed, will reduce your chance of injury and enhance your enjoyment of the sports of skiing and snowboarding...
Shape up. Begin a skiing-specific fitness program several months prior to ski season. Swimming, bicycling and rowing use similar muscles and build endurance, as well as strength. Weight training, with a particular focus on the thigh muscles, will complement your aerobic tr...
STROKE: Remember The 1st Three Letters.... S.T.R.
