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Researchers find no subgroups that benefit from surgery. A surgery for a torn meniscus caused by wear and tear is rarely beneficial, this was already known. Now, a study from Radboud university medical center shows that there are no
… READ MOREAdaptAbility provides children, adults and caregivers of people with diverse & special needs, the very finest of products available. AdaptAbility Photo, May 2023 AdaptAbility is a trusted member of the special needs community in
… READ MOREWe need to take steps toward a more inclusive future—one that we all can inhabit. I can’t buy it if I can’t reach it: The importance of access to Canadian consumers. Rick Hansen Foundation By Ashley Shew, MIT Technology Review
… READ MORERejeanne Fairhead, 96, is getting faster with age. She finished in 51:09, smashing her previous 5K best by seven minutes. Photo Courtesy Perley Health/Julie Ireton Marley Dickinson, Canadian Running Magazine May 27, 2023 Canada’s
… READ MORENathan Gilson’s wait took a mental and physical toll on the entire family. The left photo shows Nathan Gilson’s back before scoliosis surgery, while the second photo shows his back after surgery. It took a year-and-a-half for
… READ MOREDavid Cormack is organizing this fundraiser to benefit Disabled Sailing Association of Alberta. Donate directly to DSAA with no additional commitment. Here is the link to that page, DONATE — DSAA (dsaalberta.org). Help us reach our
… READ MOREPark Gorge now offers 3 special wheelchairs for people with reduced mobility. Nathalie Thibeault, far left, and her daughter Andrée-Ann Madore, seated in the wheelchair, toured the Gorge Park in Coaticook Que. with park staff.
… READ MOREProof-of-concept device is comfortable, safe, easy to use. This soft robotic wearable is capable of significantly assisting upper arm and shoulder movement in people with ALS. Photo credit: Walsh Lab, Harvard SEAS By Kat J. McAlpine,
… READ MORE‘Anyone under the age of 18 might be wondering: what’s a fax? We don’t blame them,’ says provincial plan. We need to axe the fax in health care — now. The fact that so much vital health information is transmitted via
… READ MOREIf you’re looking to get outside and try a new sport, you might want to take a closer look at sailing—an activity that’s recognized for developing self-sufficiency, self-confidence and social connections. Abilities Magazine
… READ MOREBack in the 1970s, Garrett Brown invented the Steadicam, a tool that revolutionized the field of film production. His latest creation is a device known as the Zeen, which helps mobility-challenged users not only to get around, but
… READ MOREA new network of health researchers and providers is working to introduce innovative therapies, clinical trials and technology for people with spinal cord injury, stroke and movement impairments. Dr. Elizabeth Condliffe, specialist in
… READ MOREThe National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was designed to be a market-based system that would shift power from government and providers to consumers. Photo by Jon Tyson on Unsplash Di Winkler, The Conversation January 17, 2023
… READ MOREOne of the most recognizable fashion magazines in the world is highlighting notable people with disabilities on its cover as part of a larger push toward acceptance in the industry. The May issue of British Vogue will have covers
… READ MOREAdvocates want action on law to remove barriers for people with disabilities. A passenger waits to begin her trip on a Calgary Transit Access bus on March 6, 2019. Bryan Labby, CBC Michelle Bellefontaine, CBC News Edmonton April 22,
… READ MORE‘Canine tactical athletes’ are flown in from around the world for care. Some patients are so eager to get started they body slam the clinic’s doors. Hundreds of dogs are treated each year at the military working dog hospital in
… READ MOREMost provinces will no longer require masks in hospitals — but that could change if COVID levels worsen. Watch | COVID-19 mask mandates dropped in more hospitals. The majority of health-care facilities in Canada have dropped
… READ MOREStudy reveals a third of orthotists working privately and in NHS seek a way out. An orthotist at Shriners Hospital for Children—Twin Cities works on a custom device. Photo courtesy of Shriners Hospital for Children, Twin Cities. An
… READ MORERemove barriers and treat us with dignity, and you’ll untap potential of people with disabilities. Chris Ryan on an icy sidewalk near his Calgary home. For somebody in a wheelchair, it’s hard to get around in one of the
… READ MORE‘It makes me feel insignificant,’ says woman awaiting surgery for scoliosis. Sarah MacPhail is a therapist and clinical social worker from Cold Lake, Alta. She says she has been waiting since 2020 for a spinal surgery to
… READ MOREThe Watch Walk algorithm could help reduce falls and fall-related injuries in elderly people, study shows. Participants aged 46 to 77 were instructed to wear a device on their dominant wrists for seven days. Photo by SHVETS
… READ MOREErica Gavel says U.S., U.K. schools do better job for Para athletes. Erica Gavel says Canadian universities need to make it a priority to provide Para athletes with better access to facilities, sports science, therapy, coaching,
… READ MOREThe Adapted Bike Program ensures that children, youth, and young adults with physical disabilities know the simple joy of riding a bike. We are delighted to advise you that our 2023 Adapted Bike Program registration is now open. We
… READ MORE811 now offers parents guidance about kids’ milestones. Health Link 811 is now offering a pediatric rehabilitation line, providing free advice and guidance. Robert Short CBC. CBC News Calgary March 17, 2023 A new service has been
… READ MORELou Billinkoff started running at 89, and became fastest 95-year-old in country. Lou Billinkoff started running at 89 years old after suffering a mild heart attack. Courtesy Errol Billinkoff. CBC CBC News Manitoba March 15, 2023 Lou
… READ MOREFirst large-scale study of mothers shows those who experienced greatest amount of pandemic-related change experienced symptoms of traumatic stress. Charles Deluvio, Unsplash. CC0 Public Domain By Hope Hamashige, Keck School of
… READ MOREMarch is a time to bring awareness to cerebral palsy but also a time to support and celebrate those who live with CP. Whether you have CP, know someone who does, or just want to learn more, this is a great opportunity to get involved
… READ MOREYoung adults with disabilities are not looking too far into the future. Instead, they’re more focused on the present and the more pressing need of finding a job with supportive work conditions. Their health needs today can make it
… READ MOREListing cerebral palsy as the main cause of death for adults with the disease can contribute to a lack of understanding about how the condition interacts with various secondary illnesses and complications. Cerebral palsy should never
… READ MORE‘This is a productive first step,’ Premier Danielle Smith says of agreement. Alberta has become the seventh province to sign an agreement in principle with Ottawa on health-care funding. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and
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