How to Choose the Right Orthopaedic Knee Surgeon in Calgary

If knee pain has been affecting your daily life for months or even years, hearing that surgery may be an option can bring a lot of questions. One of the biggest is simple: How do I choose the right surgeon for me? Whether you live in Calgary, elsewhere in Alberta, or are travelling from another […]
Once Is an Injury, Twice Is a Pattern: When Should You Consider Surgery Following a Shoulder Dislocation?

The first time your shoulder dislocates can be hard to forget. Maybe it happened during a hockey game, on the ski hill, or after a fall. Once the initial pain settles, it is normal to start wondering: Could this happen again? And do I need surgery? At Gateway Surgery in Calgary, Alberta, we help patients […]
Why Does My Back Hurt More When I Sit for Long Periods?

By mid-afternoon, it starts: a dull ache across your lower back that gets worse the longer you sit. You stand up, stretch, and feel a little better, only for the discomfort to return when you sit back down. Lower back pain from sitting is common, especially for desk workers and people who spend a lot […]