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How to adapt special education to the remote-learning reality

When the pandemic forced schools to transition to remote learning in the spring, some families struggled more than others. Families of students in special education programs were suddenly expected to adapt to an online learning … READ MORE

Robotic neck brace dramatically improves functions of ALS patients

Comfortable brace incorporates both sensors and actuators to restore roughly 70% of the active range of motion. A study participant wearing the neck brace. Photo and Video credit: Haohan Zhang and Sunil K. Agrawal, Columbia … READ MORE

CBC asks how the pandemic is changing the workplace for people with disabilities

Join the conversation Friday at 1 pm ET on Facebook Live, hosted by CBC London’s Chris dela Torre. Chris dela Torre is the host of Afternoon Drive, broadcast across southwestern Ontario. CBC London radio host. CBC CBC News … READ MORE

Therapeutic horseback riding combined with cognitive exercises can help children with ADHD and Autism

Therapeutic horseback riding combined with brain-building exercises can improve the dexterity, coordination and strength of children with neurodevelopmental disorders, shows a study in Frontiers in Veterinary Science. Whispering … READ MORE

AISH date change made to make finances look better, auditor general says

‘It was done on the backs of disabled Albertans,’ opposition critic Marie Renaud says. Community and Social Services Minister Rajan Sawhney repeatedly told the legislature the benefit dates were changed to provide more … READ MORE

Self-reported stiffness comparable to MRI in predicting radiographic knee OA

Self-reported data on swelling and morning stiffness showed comparable efficacy to MRI in predicting incident radiographic knee osteoarthritis, according to findings presented here. Healio May 4, 2019 TORONTO — “There is relevant … READ MORE

A deep dive into Alberta’s COVID-19 numbers

Your pandemic questions answered in a CBC Calgary Facebook Live panel discussion. CBC News Calgary November 10, 2020 With COVID-19 case numbers continuing to sharply rise in Alberta, CBC News hosted a live discussion on Facebook with … READ MORE

New research documents how COVID-19 multiplies stress and trauma for people with disabilities

The COVID-19 pandemic has induced stress in everyone this year, but for those marginalized by disabilities, and especially those already dealing with social inequity and poverty, the pandemic has dealt additional blows. Anjali … READ MORE

Program involving community volunteers shows promise for reducing health care use by seniors

Incorporating community volunteers into the health care system shows promise in reducing health care usage by older adults and shifting health care from hospitals to primary care, according to new research in the Canadian Medical … READ MORE

Gore (the Gore-Tex company) thinks it holds the key to on-skin wearables

Gore is recruiting startups to Silicon Valley to make wearables or flexible electronics from the same material used in Gore-Tex. Gore Innovation Center By Tekla S. Perry, IEEE Spectrum 13 July 2018 I confess, I wasn’t familiar with … READ MORE

Compression garments reduce strength loss after training

Regular training enhances your strength, but recovery is equally important. Elastic bandages and compression garments are widely used in sports to facilitate recovery and prevent injuries. The computerized dynamometer (Cybex, division … READ MORE

How reaching for toys could change Cerebral palsy therapy

A USC researcher is hoping to change the way physical therapists treat infants at risk of cerebral palsy by combining cognitive and physical activity. Photo: Julia Rendelman By Katharine Gammon, University of Southern California … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in November 2020 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! November registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please … READ MORE

Remote learning isn’t new: Radio instruction in the 1937 polio epidemic

A UNICEF survey found that 94% of countries implemented some form of remote learning when COVID-19 closed schools last spring, including in the United States. Zenith Model 5-S-319 Table Radio 1939. TubeRadioLand.com Katherine A. … READ MORE

Schools get creative in serving preschoolers with special needs

A 3-year-old boy plays with toys as he is evaluated by Julie Patterson, a speech language pathologist, left, Dr. Kristen Warzon, a school psychologist, center, and Tracy Greulich, an early childhood special educator, during an outdoor … READ MORE

The rig lets disabled people go offroading

The Rig is constructed with an aluminum frame, detachable bumper, and four inch off road bike tires. We designed this fully electric, ‘off road wheelchair’ to be as easy to maintain and repair as possible. It’s made mostly with … READ MORE

A quadriplegic, a specialty van and a lifetime of adventures

A biking accident left Kirk Williams paralyzed, but he has traveled widely and inspired others to follow in his tire tracks. Kirk Williams in Baja, Mexico. “When I take the lift out of the van,” he said, “everyone seems to stop … READ MORE

About 14% of cerebral palsy cases may be tied to brain wiring genes

Study confirms genetic link in cerebral palsy. NIH-funded study points to genes that control the establishment of neural circuits during early development. Co-author, Emeritus Professor Alastair MacLennan with Mathew Reinersten, from … READ MORE

20% of disabled Albertans who need workplace modifications don’t get them

Advocates say employers are changing for the better. Experts say it’s often small adjustments that make a big difference for disabled staff in a work environment. Alexander Zemlianichenko, Associated Press Amy Tucker, CBC News … READ MORE

MLA’s AISH experiment likely won’t change government’s mind, advocates say

St. Albert NDP MLA Marie Renaud has vowed to live on $1,685 in October. NDP MLA Marie Renaud is spending October living on $1,685, the amount a single person on AISH receives each month. CBC Michelle Bellefontaine, CBC News … READ MORE

October is disability employment awareness month

Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) is an annual awareness campaign that takes place each October. The purpose of Disability Employment Awareness Month is to promote employment inclusion for people with disabilities and … READ MORE

Stride Rite releases adaptive sneakers for kids with disabilities

Stride Rite turned to social media to ask customers for help when designing the Journey. The company conducted surveys and fit tests with kids with disabilities during their process. Nothing like that sibling love… and matching … READ MORE

Jaw-strengthening teether designed for children with Down syndrome

Hannah Ferrill, a Purdue University alumna in industrial design from Purdue’s College of Liberal Arts, has developed a jaw-strengthening teether for children with Down syndrome. Hannah Ferrill Chris Adam, Purdue University April 6, … READ MORE

Digital humanism and healthcare

Patients not only have to be put in the center of care, but also in the center of health technology. In a more general manner that’s what digital humanism is about. The Medical Futurist 13 July 2019 ▽ Table of Contents Overview … READ MORE

Are local shutdowns effective, or should COVID-19 lockdowns be in lockstep provincewide?

Ontario Premier Doug Ford, left, and Education Minister Stephen Lecce, right, on July 30, 2020, before announcing the government’s plan for reopening schools in the fall due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Canadian Press, Nathan … READ MORE

Changes in older people’s central nervous system leads to compromised ability to sense movement

The central nervous system of older individuals responds to movement and initiates muscular contraction differently compared to young individuals. This is the result of a study led by researcher Simon Walker at the University of … READ MORE

Postcode lottery for NHS orthotics patients

Specialist orthotics care for patients with mobility issues varies significantly depending on where they live, new research reveals. In future, there will be an increased demand for orthotics services because of the projected … READ MORE

An engineer, his Segway, and the ADA: A tale of the open road

Technology and legislation allowed Walter Marsh to work and to explore despite a debilitating heart condition. The author’s father, Walter Marsh, explored the lava fields of Craters of the Moon, in Idaho. Photo: Allison Marsh By … READ MORE

Video game representation

“Momma, you’ve gotta see this,” my 5-year-old son River says from the living room where he is playing Lego City Undercover on the Xbox. “I unlocked a wheelchair. It’s so cool.” As I roll into the room, I see his character, … READ MORE

Leave AISH payments alone, Opposition and advocates tell Alberta government

Government hasn’t ruled out a program cut. Opposition NDP Leader Rachel Notley says Community and Social Services Minister Rajan Sawhney should reassure AISH recipients their payments will not be cut. A report suggests the … READ MORE

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