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Pressure-monitoring stockings to prevent wounds in diabetics

Pressure-monitoring stockings with integrated elastomer sensors – trade fair demonstrator without its second, external textile layer. Fraunhofer by Marie-Luise Righi, Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research May 5, 2015 Diabetics … READ MORE

How can I tell when my child is outgrowing their AFO?

Early signs your child is outgrowing their AFO include complaints of pain or red marks appearing where they haven’t been seen before. Other signs include toes extending over the front edge of the AFO. Your orthotist can assess if … READ MORE

A schedule for wearing your brace

Gradually increase the amount of time per day you wear your brace. Generally, it takes about a week until you can wear your brace full-time or up to the length of a normal school day. Little Princess with CP The following program … READ MORE

How do I apply and tighten my child’s brace?

Hold the foot at or beyond 90 degrees Place the foot firmly into the heel pocket of the AFO Secure the ankle strap Secure the shin strap Fit the shoe over the AFO Prevent skin problems from occurring with your new brace by following a … READ MORE

Winnipeg standing frame

Standing frames provide a base of support for Standing Therapy to improve access to social, vocational and recreational activities while improving the body’s physiological functioning. A standing frame provides an alternative … READ MORE

Thoraco-Lumbo-Sacral Orthosis, TLSO

A plastic body jacket used for a variety of diagnoses including post-operative protection, scoliosis, and vertebral fractures. Thoracic-Hip-Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthoses Consists of a spinal orthosis in addition to an HKAFO for control of … READ MORE

What are the best socks to wear with AFOs?

We include a pair of SmartKnit Seamless Socks with every new AFO, SMO, KAFO. SmartKnit Seamless socks for adults and children protect foot and leg. They are designed specifically for AFO and KAFO wearers to maximize skin health and … READ MORE

How 3D printing can take your pain away

Foot orthotics, those moulded insoles that reduce the stress of injury or genetic misalignment, are wondrous things. Acquiring them, though, can be troublesome. Patients wade through a hard-to-navigate, expensive maze of appointments, … READ MORE

Long Thumb Spica II with Boa

The Long Thumb Spica II with Boa® (LTS II) provides stabilization to the thumb in adduction, metacarpalphalangeal (MCP) joint, carpometacarpal (CMC) joints, distal radius, distal ulna and conditions where immobilization of the wrist … READ MORE

Custom Adjustable OA Defiance Knee Brace

Bradley Nash on the court during a volleyball game. Submitted photo by Bahram Mark Sobhani for the WAC – All Rights Reserved DonJoy’s® premier Custom OA product. It is designed for the active OA patient, is extremely … READ MORE

Latest technology for protecting knees during play

Injuries to the knees are common in soccer. This is because the sport requires a lot of stopping and starting as well as quick changes in direction. There’s also a lot of running up and down the field, which takes its toll on knees. … READ MORE

Can technology also help seniors to prevent falls?

Falls remain the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among seniors in Canada, with 20-30% of seniors experiencing a fall every year at an annual economic burden estimated at $2 billion. Aysha Mendes, Close to Home Health … READ MORE

Knee conditioning program

This knee conditioning program should be continued for 4 to 6 weeks, unless otherwise specified by your doctor or physical therapist. After your recovery, these exercises can be continued as a maintenance program for lifelong … READ MORE

Hip conditioning and exercise

This is a general conditioning program that provides a wide range of exercises. To ensure that the program is safe and effective for you, it should be performed under your doctor’s supervision. Talk to your doctor or physical … READ MORE

Foot and ankle conditioning program

This foot and ankle conditioning program should be continued for 4 to 6 weeks, unless otherwise specified by your doctor or physical therapist. After your recovery, these exercises can be continued as a maintenance program for … READ MORE

Changes in multi-segment foot biomechanics

Figure 1. The semi-custom mouldable Softec Response orthotic used in the current study. Background Semi-custom foot orthoses (SCO) are thought to be a cost-effective alternative to custom-made devices. However, previous biomechanical … READ MORE

AFO tuning: Balancing function and satisfaction

Tuning of ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) and AFO footwear combinations can significantly improve gait in patients with neuromuscular impairments. Even so, some patients still prefer their untuned devices, which has led researchers and … READ MORE

Sports Medicine at Winsport

The WinSport Medicine Clinic is located within the Markin MacPhail Centre at Canada Olympic Park. A staff of clinical professionals offer an integrated approach to injury. The team includes Canadian Academy of Exercise & Sport … READ MORE

Children’s Health Clinic – East Calgary Health Centre

Ruby and her family. Alberta Health Services. Fresh Sugar Photography, Brandy Anderson CPP New patients are accepted by referral only. Appointments must be booked, as walk-in patients are not accepted. Children’s Health Clinic … READ MORE

Study confirms importance of exercise for knees

New research has added to the body of evidence in support of exercise for knee joint health. Arthritis Research UK 04 March 2011 Scientists at Monash University in Australia conducted a research study in order to examine the effects … READ MORE

Rocky Mountain Adaptive Sports Centre

Rocky Mountain Adaptive provides adaptive sport camps for individuals of ALL abilities. The Rocky Mountain Adaptive Sports Centre offers all the fantastic summer and winter sports and adventure activities available in the Canmore, … READ MORE

Core skills in musculoskeletal care for clinicians

Each year 20% of the general population consult a GP with a musculoskeletal problem such as arthritis. Despite these conditions contributing a significant part of a GP’s workload many GP Specialist Trainees (GPST) currently do not … READ MORE

PaceKids

Pacekids is a dynamic, active environment, specializing in family-centred, therapeutic learning objectives that nurture each child’s unique developmental and physical needs through a variety of programs. Our personalized, tailored … READ MORE

Christine Meikle School

Christine Meikle School is a unique setting for secondary school-age students with moderate to severe cognitive disabilities and/or complex learning, medical, emotional, sensory or behavioural needs. This program draws Junior and … READ MORE

Gordon Townsend School, Alberta Children’s Hospital

Dr. Gordon Townsend School is a unique scholastic setting in the Alberta Children’s Hospital. The student population is comprised of young people aged 5-19. These students are continuously admitted and discharged for their … READ MORE

Knee implant that helps osteoarthritis

“The clinical benefit of joint unloading is proven to reduce pain,” clinical investigator Philipp Niemeyer of the University of Freiburg said in a statement. “However, while some methods of unloading will transfer the load to … READ MORE

Children’s Rehabilitation Program, Alberta Health Services

The Children’s Rehabilitation Program supports children, youth and their families enhance their participation in identified roles and activities. Services support children and youth who are not achieving their full abilities, … READ MORE

Occupational Therapy, Oilfields General Hospital

OssKin Evoke Occupational Therapy Outpatients provides occupational therapy to help a wide range of people with self-care, productivity, and leisure activities. Services include assessment, treatment, and education. Karen Van Heyst … READ MORE

C. H. Riddell Family Movement Assessment Centre, Alberta Children’s Hospital

Movement abnormalities in children and adults are analyzed with advanced motion capture technology to aid clinicians with treatment decisions for patients with neurological diagnoses. This facility provides a range of healthcare … READ MORE

Assured income for the severely handicapped, AISH

Financial and health benefits for eligible Albertans with a permanent medical condition that prevents them from earning a living. University of Calgary researcher Susan Samuel is leading the Transition Navigator Trial to improve the … READ MORE

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