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
Study confirms importance of exercise for knees New research has added to the body of evidence in support of exercise for knee … 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
Knee implant that helps osteoarthritis “The clinical benefit of joint unloading is proven to reduce pain,” clinical … READ MORE
Assured income for the severely handicapped, AISH Financial and health benefits for eligible Albertans with a permanent medical … READ MORE
Family support for children with disabilities, FSCD, Alberta Human Services Parents of children with disabilities sometimes need support so they can raise their … READ MORE
Orthopedics public education links Public and patient education Alberta Bone and Joint Health Institute Alberta Health … READ MORE
Understanding orthotics and orthopaedic shoes When what you don’t know can hurt you. If you have a prescription for custom-made … READ MORE
FIFA 11+ Complete warm up programme to prevent injury Health is key to development and growth. Football, the one passion that unites … READ MORE
Given a chance to be little ballerinas, and smiling right down to their toes With its practice bar, mirrored walls and lush orchestral music, the small dance … READ MORE
Dynamic compression for correction of pectus carinatum We suggest that patients with pectus carinatum have a trial of compression therapy … READ MORE
Preliminary study of efficacy of dynamic compression system in the correction of typical pectus carinatum Objectives This preliminary study evaluates, by qualitative score, the efficacy of … READ MORE
Factors affecting patient compliance with compressive brace therapy for pectus carinatum Lightweight, self-adjustable compressive brace designed for the treatment of pectus … READ MORE
Does overgrowth of costal cartilage cause pectus carinatum? A three-dimensional computed tomography evaluation of rib length and costal … READ MORE
Knee replacement surgery Evoke™ knee brace highlights. OssKin If you’re thinking about having knee … READ MORE
Brace compression for treatment of Pectus carinatum Background. Surgery has been the classical treatment of pectus carinatum (PC), … READ MORE
Effect of the compressive brace in pectus carinatum BACKGROUND Patients with pectus carinatum complain of cosmetic problems because they … READ MORE
Evaluation of the treatment of pectus carinatum with compressive orthotic bracing using three dimensional body scans 3D model used to assess and measure severity of pectus deformity demonstrating … READ MORE
Immediate effects of foot orthoses on comfort and lower extremity kinematics, kinetics, and muscle activity Jordan Siemens / Getty Images In order to accommodate patients to new foot orthoses … READ MORE
Effect of shoe inserts on kinematics during running Jordan Siemens / Getty Images Author information: Human Performance Laboratory, … READ MORE
Iliotibial band syndrome and patellofemoral pain syndrome aren’t as simple as they seem Once again, evidence shows that you can’t blame overuse injuries on seemingly … READ MORE
Engineering students rise to challenge with wheelchair assist device Students from the Schulich School of Engineering addressed a common issue faced by … READ MORE
Close look at orthotics raises a welter of doubts Orthotic shoe inserts may work, but it’s not clear why. Benno M. Nigg has become a … READ MORE
UPDATE: A Canadian Solution to the Philips Lifeline Recall? Recent news of the tragic death of 72-year-old Elizabeth Bell from Alberta who was … READ MORE