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Chronic Pain

Chronic Pain

Chronic pain is typically described as pain that lasts more than six months.

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Chronic pain can be caused by any injury and can last several months, several years, or remain indefinitely. Chronic pain can arise from a fracture that did not heal properly, but can also come from soft tissue, or muscle injuries.

Chronic pain is often difficult to diagnose, and to prove in court. It is rare, and oftentimes impossible, for doctors or medical providers to measure the pain in an objective way. There may not be any visible damage to the area that causes pain. This does not mean chronic pain is not “real” or that it is not “serious.” However, if you suffer from chronic pain, it is important to seek out active treatment and to document the ongoing nature of the injury.

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Can a Cheerleading Coach or Program Be Liable for Athlete Injuries in British Columbia?

Justin Kiedrzyn

Cheerleading is a growing sport with thousands of participants across Canada, including many youth and competitive athletes in British Columbia. As the sport continues to expand, athletes are pushing the limits of their training and performances with increasingly complex stunts, lifts, and tumbling passes. With this growth, however, comes an increased risk of injury. This raises an important question: when a cheerleader is injured, who bears legal responsibility? Are youth athletes themselves to blame, or can their coaches and the programs they train with be found negligent under British Columbia law?

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