Tendon transfer surgery in upper-extremity cerebral palsy more effective than botox or therapy Leisure and play time with the KidWalk. Otto bock Background For children with … READ MORE
ActiveProtective airbag belt to protect hips from fractures Car airbags have helped prevent countless injuries, offering a soft spot for the … READ MORE
Pressure-monitoring stockings to prevent wounds in diabetics Pressure-monitoring stockings with integrated elastomer sensors – trade fair … 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 … READ MORE
A schedule for wearing your brace Gradually increase the amount of time per day you wear your brace. Generally, it … 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 … READ MORE
Winnipeg standing frame Standing frames provide a base of support for Standing Therapy to improve access to … READ MORE
Thoraco-Lumbo-Sacral Orthosis, TLSO A plastic body jacket used for a variety of diagnoses including post-operative … 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. … READ MORE
How 3D printing can take your pain away Foot orthotics, those moulded insoles that reduce the stress of injury or genetic … READ MORE
Long Thumb Spica II with Boa The Long Thumb Spica II with Boa® (LTS II) provides stabilization to the thumb in … READ MORE
Custom Adjustable OA Defiance Knee Brace Bradley Nash on the court during a volleyball game. Submitted photo by Bahram Mark … 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 … READ MORE
Can technology also help seniors to prevent falls? Falls remain the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among seniors in … READ MORE
Knee conditioning program This knee conditioning program should be continued for 4 to 6 weeks, unless … READ MORE
Hip conditioning and exercise This is a general conditioning program that provides a wide range of exercises. To … READ MORE
Foot and ankle conditioning program This foot and ankle conditioning program should be continued for 4 to 6 weeks, … READ MORE
Changes in multi-segment foot biomechanics Figure 1. The semi-custom mouldable Softec Response orthotic used in the current … READ MORE
AFO tuning: Balancing function and satisfaction Tuning of ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) and AFO footwear combinations can significantly … READ MORE
Sports Medicine at Winsport The WinSport Medicine Clinic is located within the Markin MacPhail Centre at Canada … READ MORE
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Study confirms importance of exercise for knees New research has added to the body of evidence in support of exercise for knee … READ MORE
Rocky Mountain Adaptive Sports Centre Rocky Mountain Adaptive provides adaptive sport camps for individuals of ALL … READ MORE
Core skills in musculoskeletal care for clinicians Each year 20% of the general population consult a GP with a musculoskeletal problem … READ MORE
Christine Meikle School Christine Meikle School is a unique setting for secondary school-age students with … READ MORE
Gordon Townsend School, Alberta Children’s Hospital Dr. Gordon Townsend School is a unique scholastic setting in the Alberta … READ MORE
Knee implant that helps osteoarthritis “The clinical benefit of joint unloading is proven to reduce pain,” clinical … READ MORE
Children’s Rehabilitation Program, Alberta Health Services The Children’s Rehabilitation Program supports children, youth and their … READ MORE
Occupational Therapy, Oilfields General Hospital OssKin Evoke Occupational Therapy Outpatients provides occupational therapy to help … READ MORE