A runner’s guide to the perfect shoe In 2010, the running-shoe world was in turmoil. The rapid rise of barefoot and … READ MORE
Orthotic management techniques for children with CP Consider range of motion and alignment when helping children with cerebral palsy … READ MORE
Aquatic exercise for knee OA: beyond treating pain alone The prescription of therapeutic aquatic exercise to people with knee OA should focus … READ MORE
Positive results for pediatric patient with idiopathic toe walking A multidisciplinary approach offered benefits for a pediatric patient who had … READ MORE
Carbon fiber AFO-SMO orthoses improved gait in patient with cerebral palsy The use of a carbon fiber ankle-foot orthosis with supramalleolar orthosis inner … READ MORE
Treating pediatric toe walking – is it idiopathic? Pediatric toe walking is not necessarily idiopathic and can be the result of an … READ MORE
Walking barefoot on gravel improves gait for children with idiopathic toe walking Walking barefoot on a gravel surface significantly improved gait in children with … READ MORE
Hinged vs solid AFOs for cerebral palsy: No significant difference in gait There are no significant differences in gait or gross mobility between hinged and … READ MORE
High heels: Elevating the discussion The biomechanical implications of high-heeled shoes are well known, and now dramatic … READ MORE
Prehabilitation for TKA: Preop and postop benefits Prehabilitation, particularly in the form of exercise, has the potential to … READ MORE
Aquatic resistance training improves physcial function in women with mild knee osteoarthritis Aquatic resistance training significantly decreases body fat mass and increases … READ MORE
Doctor-Patient communication, a thorny challenge Many veteran doctors have probably been there: You sit your patient down and explain … READ MORE
Bean bag toss brings together Alberta students with different abilities They are focusing on what makes them similar. A student at Bert Church High School … READ MORE
3D printing and the changing orthotics industry The University of Michigan, Altair Engineering and Stratasys have teamed up to … READ MORE
Anatomy of a referral: Why wait times for specialists are still too long Nancy is “beyond frustrated” with how long her family has had to wait to see … READ MORE
Leisure-time physical activity improves cartilage health and quality of life for women with knee OA Higher leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) level promotes cartilage health in … READ MORE
Home may be the best place to recover after total joint replacement surgery Despite higher costs, many doctors recommend and some patients prefer, recovery at … READ MORE
Shared doctor-patient orthopaedic treatment decisions improve outcomes, patient experience Well-informed patients who decide with their orthopaedic surgeon what treatment is … READ MORE
Tuned AFO improves gait in patient with stroke Adjusting the mechanical properties, alignment, plantar flexion and dorsiflexion … READ MORE
AFO stiffness can help optimize patient function Decisions related to the stiffness of an ankle foot orthosis (AFO)—whether they … READ MORE
AFO friendly footwear THE NEXT GENERATION OF KIDS SHOES. PLAE designs premium quality products that are … READ MORE
Pediatric orthotic management: Children are different They are not just small adults; some things are very different, though some are just … READ MORE
Calgary Herald’s ‘Life with Emily’ documentary a finalist for international media award The Calgary Herald has been named a finalist in a prestigious international media … READ MORE
Children experience long wait times for developmental specialists Rutgers study also finds language barriers limit access. An estimated one in six … READ MORE
Scoliosis-specific exercises likely reduces curve severity AIS Results from this study demonstrated superior outcomes with the addition of Schroth … READ MORE
2017 Adapted Bike Program – Cerebral Palsy Kids & Families Enjoy the use of a custom-fit bike for $75. Trix youth wheels. Hase Come out and try … READ MORE
Calgary mom raising funds to bring music therapy to public high school A Calgary mom is raising money so teenagers can benefit from a program that’s … READ MORE
Recent generations are experiencing higher rates of arthritis A Singular Rise for Arthritis and Obesity. A Canadian study spanning 18 years … READ MORE
Alberta stroke treatment now among fastest in world Quality improvement program cuts time for life-saving drug treatment from 70 to 36 … READ MORE
Obesity in pregnancy tied to cerebral palsy in kids Women who are overweight or obese during pregnancy may be increasing the chances … READ MORE