New elevator at St. Stephen School opens up whole new world for students with mobility issues ‘Everybody should get a chance to go upstairs.’ Students at St. … READ MORE
FREE! Adaptive Sports Program WinSport has designed a fully inclusive, multi-sport program for ALL regardless of … READ MORE
New online tool predicts individual risks and benefits of joint replacements An innovative online tool devised by researchers from the University of Sheffield … READ MORE
After treatment, changes in motor capacity in CP children do not necessarily predict their performance in daily life After an intensive treatment period, changes in motor capacity in children with … READ MORE
AISH recipients upset about lack of consultation on payment-date changes Government says it did “informal” consultations about changes effective … READ MORE
ACR and Arthritis Foundation release updated treatment guideline for OA Today, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR), in partnership with the Arthritis … READ MORE
2020 CPAA Calgary programs for kids are waiting for you We are thrilled to have two fantastic programs available for children in Calgary. … READ MORE
Physiatrists offer non-surgical approach to treating muscle, joint, other conditions that impede function Dr. Julio A. Martinez-Silvestrini is medical director of Baystate Physical Medicine … READ MORE
Autism linked to between-limb asymmetries across the gait cycle Recent findings from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), add to a growing … READ MORE
Pre-school Resource Fair in Calgary, January 25, 2020 Jennifer Buchanan provides music therapy to a child at Williams Syndrome Association … READ MORE
Altered composition, structure of muscles linked to stiffness, movement limits in CP children Muscle composition and structure is altered in children with cerebral palsy — with … READ MORE
Australia has a new action plan for arthritis Experts believe the common condition could be better treated and prevented. I am 32. … READ MORE
Disability progression in multiple sclerosis linked to income, education Neighbourhood income and education level is associated with risk of disability … READ MORE
Fall risk reduced in older adults with exercise 10 things you can do to prevent devastating falls. A new study shows we know how to … READ MORE
Disabled First Nation woman needs all-terrain stroller to get around on reserve ‘She had the biggest smile I’ve ever seen on her.’ Thanks to the … READ MORE
Wanted: Accessible homes for Ontarians of all ages and abilities Nearly 2 million Ontarians live with some form of disability that affects their … READ MORE
Young woman with cerebral palsy connects with others on a global scale Teen blog leads to website and in-person meetings for better understanding. Katy … READ MORE
Could a knee brace help ease your osteoarthritis pain? Understanding your options. While there’s no cure for knee osteoarthritis, a … READ MORE
Many parents not following safe-sleep advice for babies Most babies are being placed on their backs to sleep—one of the key ways to reduce … READ MORE
Alternate payment model is saving province millions at two Alberta clinics HQCA studied 10 years’ worth of data at two clinics that offer team-based … READ MORE
Dodgy treatment: it’s not us, it’s the other lot, say the experts. So who do we believe? Will my surgery work? Well, it depends on who you ask. Patients might not be getting … READ MORE
Limited evidence of botox superiority in alleviating muscle tightness in children with CP A review found limited evidence that botox outperforms other forms of treatment in … READ MORE
Early orthotic intervention in pediatric patients, Part 2: Down syndrome, other neurological conditions, and toe walking The Case For Early Intervention. Down Syndrome is associated with a long list of … READ MORE
Early orthotic intervention in pediatric patients, Part 1: Cerebral palsy Children with cerebral palsy (CP) typically encounter a host of gait- and … READ MORE
Engineers 3D print flexible mesh for ankle and knee braces MIT engineers have designed pliable, 3-D-printed mesh materials whose flexibility … READ MORE
What a role model: Paralyzed Bronco makes Adidas ad, hall of fame nominee list “As a kid I always dreamed of playing for Team Canada… and I still … READ MORE
New insights: Improving function, independence and quality of life of individuals with cerebral palsy Experts from across the world share new research and highlight developments in … READ MORE
People with severe disabilities feel ‘duped’ by Alberta government, AISH recipient says ‘It concerns me because the vulnerable community can become more … READ MORE
New evidence: Hip, knee steroid injections more dangerous than thought A new study reveals that commonly given hip and knee steroid intra-articular … READ MORE
Alberta nurses have ‘grave concerns’ with rollout of Connect Care A new electronic system that will eventually be used across all Alberta Health … READ MORE