The patients vs. paperwork problem for doctors Every doctor I know has been complaining about the growing burden of electronic … READ MORE
Chicago runner with CP sues for chance to compete Aaron Holzmueller is a teenage runner who has made a name for himself at the … READ MORE
Pay-for-access online doctors “move Nova Scotia into dangerous territory” But Maple says ‘chat with a doctor in your pyjamas’ fills an important … READ MORE
Study eyes hospitalists The old-fashioned, family doctor style of medicine could be lifesaving for elderly … READ MORE
Grip aid for daily living with special needs At last, a simple hygienic way for people with hand problems to hold eating … READ MORE
Sensor-equipped glove takes the guesswork out of measuring spasticity Everyone experiences stiff muscles from time to time, whether after a rigorous … READ MORE
Home monitored rehab following total knee replacement Claris Reflex is a wearable sensor that provides 24/7 continuous monitoring of … READ MORE
Queen’s engineering students develop bicycle for teen with cerebral palsy Janessa Gerhardt has a bicycle that suits her limited range of motion thanks to the … READ MORE
Transport regulator rejects Via Rail effort to limit wheelchair, mobility access on trains Via Rail ordered to allow for 2 wheelchair tie-downs on all trains or prove doing so … READ MORE
NHS starts offering GP appointments via video call The doctor will Skype you now – in the United Kingdom. A 24-hour service has been … READ MORE
Music therapy for children with autism has positive outcome It might not surprise that good relationships create good outcomes, as meaningful … READ MORE
Can you design a home to foster good health? These students are trying Associate professor Dak Kopec with eyewear that simulates a visual disorder, as he … READ MORE
CSPD dueling pianos featuring Burn’N’Mahn, Saturday 18 Nov 2017 Back by popular demand, we will be hosting our second Burn’N’Mahn … READ MORE
Pup dives in for special-needs kids Cori, a 1-year-old retriever mix training in water rescue, takes part in a … READ MORE
Retired professional footballers at higher risk of knee osteoarthritis Retired professional footballers are far more prone to develop knee pain and … READ MORE
Cerebral palsy: Understanding and embracing the journey October 6 is World Cerebral Palsy Day, a movement to increase awareness about the #1 … READ MORE
Patients with MS can now self-monitor online PARIS — The ability of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) to monitor their own … READ MORE
Relieving foot pressure with shoe fixes Many people wouldn’t expect footwear to be a big concern for people who can’t … READ MORE
UBC researcher prescribes specific exercise dosage for spinal cord injury New research, led by UBC Okanagan Professor Kathleen Martin Ginis, has determined … READ MORE
Teacher encourages curiosity, respect about disabilities Students in Chris Cook’s fourth-grade class at May Watts Elementary in … READ MORE
The $10 ultrasound upgrade Clip-on device gives standard 2D ultrasound machines 3D imaging capabilities. … READ MORE
Fine-tuning orthotic device prescription and fitting in CP Half of those diagnosed with cerebral palsy have been prescribed standard AFOs to … READ MORE
Tommy Hilfiger, Cat & Jack offer new adaptive clothing lines In a sign that major retail may slowly be opening to clothing needs of consumers … READ MORE
Buildathon volunteers assemble devices for Calgarians with disabilities For many Canadians with disabilities, it’s the little things that make … READ MORE
New guidelines review evidence on PT, helmets for positional plagiocephaly Positional plagiocephaly is a common condition encountered by pediatricians and … READ MORE
Campus club challenges stigma faced by children with disabilities Taking Strides is a student-run, non-profit initiative which aims to promote and … READ MORE
A country for all children to thrive As Canadians, we pride ourselves on our commitment to inclusion and diversity. Yet, … READ MORE
Hallowe‘en adapted for children with special needs – Southcentre Mall Oct 29, 2017 While many children look forward to the spookiest, goriest costumes and scary … READ MORE
Be concerned about how apps collect, share health data As of 2016, there were more than 165,000 health and wellness apps available though … READ MORE
Alberta doctors highest paid in Canada A new report shows the number of doctors in Alberta is growing and so too is the … READ MORE