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Valley Sport Medicine provides assessment and non-surgical management of a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions involving the hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, hand and wrist, and foot and ankle. This includes osteoarthritis, tendinopathies, and both acute and chronic overuse injuries. Referrals for conditions involving the neck or back are not accepted.

Available Treatments and Services

  • Exercise-based rehabilitation plans and education

  • Ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections (corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid, platelet-rich plasma)

  • Diagnostic investigations, including imaging and bloodwork when indicated

  • Referrals to other specialists when appropriate

  • Prescription medications

  • Veterans Affairs Canada assessments and completion of medical questionnaires

  • Worker’s Compensation Board Enhanced Physician Services assessments

  • Orthopaedic bracing

Injections Offered

The following injections are available for a variety of joint, tendon, and soft tissue conditions. Most are performed under ultrasound guidance.

Corticosteroid Injections:

  • Knee, hip, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and ankle osteoarthritis

  • Rotator cuff tendinopathy

  • Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)

  • Medial and lateral epicondylopathy (tennis and golfer’s elbow)

  • Thumb and finger osteoarthritis (1st CMC, MCP joints)

  • De Quervain’s tenosynovitis

  • Trigger finger

  • Gluteal tendinopathy / greater trochanteric pain syndrome

  • Meralgia paresthetica

  • Big toe osteoarthritis (1st MTP joint)

  • Sinus tarsi syndrome

  • Baker’s cyst aspiration and injection

Arthrosamid:

  • Knee osteoarthritis

Hyaluronic Acid Injections (Monovisc, Durolane, Orthovisc):

  • Knee, hip, shoulder, and ankle osteoarthritis

Soft Tissue Adapted Hyaluronic Acid (SportVis):

  • Rotator cuff tendinopathy

  • Gluteal tendinopathy / greater trochanteric pain syndrome

  • Lateral epicondylopathy (tennis elbow)

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP):

  • Mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis

  • Rotator cuff tendinopathy

  • Gluteal tendinopathy / greater trochanteric pain syndrome

  • Lateral epicondylopathy (tennis elbow)

Fees for Non-Insured Services

While consultations and follow-up appointments are fully covered by MSI the following fees apply to non-insured services:

Ultrasound-Guided Injection Fee

$100 – Includes the ultrasound-guided procedure, injection tray fee, and all necessary supplies.

Non-Ultrasound-Guided Injection Tray and Supplies Fee

$10 – Applies when the injection is not performed under ultrasound guidance and covers the injection tray and clinic supplies.

Medication and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Costs

  • Orthovisc (hyaluronic acid for smaller joints) – $200

  • Durolane (hyaluronic acid for larger joints) – $500

  • Monovisc (hyaluronic acid for larger joints) – $500

  • SportVis (hyaluronic acid for soft tissue use; includes two injections) – $500

  • Cingal (combination of hyaluronic acid and corticosteroid) – $600

  • Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) – $700

  • Corticosteroid (Depo-Medrol) – $30

  • Arthrosamid – Please contact us for pricing

Orthopaedic Bracing & Recovery Products

Valley Sport Medicine offers custom and off-the-shelf braces and supports to help reduce pain, improve stability, and support activity and recovery. Assessments and fittings are provided by Gabrielle Thomas, our kinesiologist and orthopaedic bracing specialist.

Available options include:

  • Knee braces: Custom and off-the-shelf options for osteoarthritis, ligament injuries, instability, and return to activity.

  • Hand, wrist, and thumb supports: Thumb spica braces, carpal tunnel night splints, and braces for thumb-base (CMC) osteoarthritis.

  • Foot and ankle supports: Dorsal night splints for plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendon braces.

  • Recovery products: TENS/NMES units for pain management and muscle stimulation, heating pads, and cold therapy units.

We carry selected products from DonJoy, Bauerfeind, Össur, and Spring Loaded, and can order additional products beyond those we keep in stock.

Bracing assessments, fittings, and education are offered at no charge, with no obligation to purchase and no referral required. We provide guidance on use and care, along with follow-up support as needed. Many braces may qualify for private insurance, VAC, or WCB coverage, and we can assist with quotes and supporting documentation.

To book a bracing consultation

Email: gab@valleysportmedicine.ca
Phone: 226-750-5742