Walk this way: New metric could help kids with cerebral palsy
For more than 20 years, clinicians working with children with cerebral palsy have … READ MORE
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How to prevent and treat blisters
Whether it’s because you started running more or just got a new pair of sandals, … READ MORE
My SCI taught me to say “Yes” to new experiences
Living with a T4 spinal cord injury allows me do things I never would have in the … READ MORE
Sospendo is a hands-free solution for mobile devices
As great as all of the advances in touch screens technology and mobile devices have … READ MORE
More accessible taxis coming to Chicago
Although Chicago is already a very accessible destination, it’s getting ready to … READ MORE
Effects of decompressive brace use in medial compartment knee osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis is a prevalent disease. Unloading the affected compartment using … READ MORE
Skin care issues related to orthotic device wear
Modern orthotic devices are designed to fit more intimately than in the past, a … READ MORE
CP Alberta summer program highlights 2016
Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta, CPAA programs for adults and children. … READ MORE
Bad news for creaky knees: We can’t regrow cartilage as adults
The fallout from nuclear bomb testing decades ago is now helping researchers better … READ MORE
Architect with ALS designs a residence he can control with just blinks
Steve Saling, an architect and engineer with ALS, helped design features of the … READ MORE
The horse is the therapist
With hippotherapy, the horse provides the therapy. Three-year-old Jack Foster sat on … READ MORE
As walking movement grows, neighbourhood walkability gains attention
Come join us at our next Walk with a Doc! Location: Confederation Park, Calgary … READ MORE
When doctors have conflicts of interest
My mother-in-law is an impressive woman. At the age of 77, she still maintains a … READ MORE
Soccer shoe bending stiffness significantly alters game-specific physiology
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of soccer shoes with … READ MORE
Meet the new wave of wearables: stretchable electronics
Scientists have figured out how to make electronics as pliable as a temporary … READ MORE
Apple store welcomes YouTube sensation Christopher Hills with assistive tech
At just 18 years old, Christopher Hills is already a YouTube sensation and master … READ MORE
Osteoarthritis prevalence and modifiable factors
The prevalence of hand, knee, or hip joint OA has increased from 21 million in 1995 … READ MORE
$54.5M gift creates a brighter future for children and women
Largest single donation to the University of Alberta means better health outcomes. … READ MORE
Arthritis of the knee: Ten exercises
Arthritis is a condition where the joints become swollen, hot, and often painful. … READ MORE
Canada spends over $400 million on medicine that harms seniors
Canada spends more than $400 million annually on drugs prescribed to seniors even … READ MORE
Showing your shoe smarts
Ladies, there is a reason certain grandmas wear the shoes they do: comfort. There … READ MORE
Relief for joints besieged by arthritis
If you live long enough — that is, beyond 50 or 60 — chances are one or more of … READ MORE
Knee pain and how orthotics can help
Improve Mobility. Stay Healthy. Many of us suffer from chronic pain in the knees, … READ MORE
New Canadian 24-hour movement guidelines for children and youth
The world’s first evidence-based guidelines to address the whole day. The … READ MORE
A closer look at the world’s first consumer 3D-printed wheelchair
Earlier this month, we got our first peak at concept images of the GO wheelchair … READ MORE
Here’s what might be happening to your feet when you run in shoes
Study tracking runners’ steps found sneakers make certain muscles work harder. For … READ MORE
Apparel causes additional barriers for people with disability
Study highlights need for affordable, accessible adaptive clothing. Clothing in the … READ MORE
Walk your way to fitness this summer
Orthopaedic surgeons say safe walking practices can boost bone health. Don’t … READ MORE
Quality of physiotherapist led orthopaedic triage compared with standard practice in primary care
Physiotherapist-led orthopaedic triage, where physiotherapists diagnose and … READ MORE
Weight affects foot loading, peak pressure even in young kids
Weight loss may improve function. Overweight and obese children present with higher … READ MORE
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