Digital fitness devices monitor health and activity, improve outcomes “If we can get people more involved in their care and help them get in better … READ MORE
Remote orthopaedic care successful with common conditions In new study, nearly 80 percent of rural fracture patients avoided travel to an … READ MORE
Seniors programs and services guide 2015–2016 Published by Alberta Seniors September 2015 For more information about seniors … READ MORE
Stroke rehabilitation program for adults and seniors: AFOs Support and stability for people with drop foot due to stroke. Braceworks welcomes … READ MORE
Physical therapy for knee osteoarthritis New study puts four treatment strategies to the test. We believed there was a need … READ MORE
Osteoarthritis results from inflammatory process, not just wear and tear, study suggests In a study published online Nov. 6 in Nature Medicine, investigators at the Stanford … READ MORE
Calgary OA knee brace clinic – relieve knee pain, boost your mobility Resume the activities you love. Unloading braces cushion the knee joint, help absorb … READ MORE
Telemedicine popular with the young and chronically ill “In 5 to 10 years, we’re not going to talk about telehealth, it’s … READ MORE
Custom foot orthotics Any insole that offers an increased level of support is probably better than … READ MORE
Caution, gradual transition are key to avoiding plantar fasciitis For many people, the warmer weather offers motivation to get back outside and put … READ MORE
SpineEOS 3D surgical planning software approved in Europe The spineEOS online 3D planning software allows a surgeon to utilize 3D imaging … READ MORE
Improving foot posture, balance in CMT may aid ankle stability Early care advised for FAI prevention. “…ankle sprains in children with CMT … READ MORE
Combination therapy eases OA knee pain “…the long-term clinical studies of stimulator treatment have shown reductions … READ MORE
Optimize bracing for knee OA Significant improvements in pain, function and loading, and propulsive forces were … READ MORE
Physical therapy following total knee replacement raises new concerns over referral for profit A new study concludes that patients who undergo total knee replacement (TKR) surgery … READ MORE
It’s time for an “Exercise Prescription” in OA The benefits of exercise for patients with osteoarthritis has been well documented. … READ MORE
Sony World Photography Awards Rob Gregory’s pictures were taken for the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago … READ MORE
Tablets and YouTube empower people with intellectual disability A Concordia researcher underlines the lasting value of first-person storytelling. … READ MORE
iPad opens world to a disabled boy OWEN CAIN depends on a respirator and struggles to make even the slightest movements … READ MORE
Brace yourself for knee pain relief If you’re among the estimated 10 million [Americans, annually] who have been … READ MORE
Patients benefit from one-on-one education prior to joint replacement surgery Education session with a physical therapist prior to knee or hip replacement … READ MORE
Telehealth services increasingly popular with consumers and insurers Telemedicine has been more widely offered over the last five years, promoted by … READ MORE
Ankle-foot orthoses improve CP gait Strategies alter ankle, knee kinematics. Floor-reaction ankle foot orthoses and … READ MORE
Glucosamine-chondroitin shown protective for 6 years in patients with knee OA Cartilage volume loss was reduced in patients with knee osteoarthritis who … READ MORE
A teenager who can’t speak finally sounds like himself Electronic communication devices are evolving from robotic speech to personalized … READ MORE
Why can’t you email your doctor? Email may be the preferred communication method with clients in many industries, but … READ MORE
Saskatchewan program allows online look at personal medical records REGINA – A pilot program is being launched in Saskatchewan that will allow up … READ MORE
Why we get running injuries (and how to prevent them) Warm weather is on its way across the country — really, it is, I promise — and … READ MORE
Doctors’ reminders keep people more engaged in their health care Research led by UCLA professor on ‘OpenNotes’ model finds that follow-up emails … READ MORE
Pectus excavatum and Pectus carinatum: Associated conditions, family history, and post-operative patient satisfaction Background. Pectus excavatum (PE) and pectus carinatum (PC) are the most common … READ MORE