Alberta Wheel Girls: Support group helps connect women in wheelchairs
The support group started in April as a way to connect women in wheelchairs. Emma … READ MORE
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SFU researchers working to improve quality of life for seniors in long-term care
The team looked at how to better protect older adults from hip fractures caused by … READ MORE
Virtual care can make all the difference when treating the most vulnerable patients
Beyond the pandemic, we need to ensure virtual medicine remains a permanent fixture … READ MORE
Canadian inventor creates the mountain bike of walkers
Chances are that if you think of someone who uses a walker, you picture them … READ MORE
When do disability resources become a right?
Disability resources are not luxuries. They are basic defenses against inequality. … READ MORE
Physical activity of older people requires tailored monitoring
The ability to move about may deteriorate when ageing, a phenomenon which needs to … READ MORE
U of A robot rehab project hopes pandemic increases user comfort with virtual health care
Increased video-conferencing may boost willingness to book virtual appointments. A … READ MORE
PSW shortage stranding patients in hospital
Nearly 2 years after minor surgery, Maria Konopeskas just wants to get home. Maria … READ MORE
Adaptive athlete takes the podium at 2019 Rebelle Rally off-road competition
Driving a hand-controlled Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross CUV, Air Force veteran Karah … READ MORE
Kids’ physical activity before age 5 matters so much because of the developing brain
Both when planning family activities and choosing a child care provider, parents … READ MORE
CPAA online and in-person programs in August 2020 – Register NOW
Regular in-person programs are offered again. Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and … READ MORE
Pectus carinatum: The other deformational molding orthosis
There are two predominant types of congenital chest wall deformities. Pectus … READ MORE
Specialized sports chairs and the people who use them
Wheelchair court sports are a blast. And modern sports chairs are built to be faster … READ MORE
Putting the spring-cam back into stroke patients steps
A research group has developed a new, lightweight and motor-less device that can be … READ MORE
Keep moving to prevent major mobility disability
Nordic walking on a trail. Yale University News HIA Guest Blog, Health in Aging … READ MORE
Suffering from bad knees, some look for alternatives to surgery
The burning in his kneecaps was what Richard Bedard noticed first. Then came the … READ MORE
AFO breakthrough helps children with Cerebral palsy walk and play
Children with Cerebral Palsy have more energy to play and be physically active for … READ MORE
Finding one’s way home
The Otic placode gives rise to the inner ear in vertebrates. A new study shows that … READ MORE
New wheelchair design: a hand gear for better ergonomics
Using biomedical modelling, researchers at TU Wien have developed a completely new … READ MORE
University of Barcelona researchers describe a new anatomic structure in the ankle
This ligament complex would explain chronic pain after an ankle sprain. The superior … READ MORE
Protective antibodies identified for rare, polio-like disease in children
Antibodies for respiratory virus that can cause a rare polio-like disease that … READ MORE
First glimpse of body’s steering wheel joint sparks hope
For the first time, scientists have found a way to reveal the mechanics of the human … READ MORE
Child care after the pandemic should be more inclusive of children with disabilities
When child-care centres reopen, they should consider the needs of children with … READ MORE
Kids’ camps gone virtual this summer
Summer camps aren’t what they used to be, especially this year. The Alberta … READ MORE
CPAA Virtual programs expanded online in July 2020 – Register FREE
Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… … READ MORE
COVID-19 puts disability tax credit reform on back burner
Advocates worry companies still allowed to charge ‘astronomical’ fees to … READ MORE
Software recreates complex movements for medical, rehabilitation, and basic research
An open-source movement simulator that has already helped solve problems in … READ MORE
Disability advocates call on DATS to reverse ‘discriminatory’ changes to service
Online booking tool closed and recurring rides suspended during pandemic. DATS … READ MORE
UBC Okanagan research shows strength training is effective
Physical exercise may not be top of mind for older adults during the COVID-19 … READ MORE
Keep an eye on the numbers – COVID-19 in Alberta
As of March 30, there were 964 Albertans in hospital April 1, 2022 Alberta could see … READ MORE
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