Special school’s sensory room offers solace for the senses
A common question from parents of students in Joi Weir’s junior high class is … READ MORE
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Allied health care community for patients and family
Horses sooth the soul for special needs kids
The healing power of equine therapy. A pink-haired teenager painted two pictures on … READ MORE
Adaptive bikes offer new freedom to kids with special needs
Over 100 children with various special needs were fitted with customized bikes in … READ MORE
Is hip arthroscopic surgery a sham?
Minimal access hip arthroscopy surgery has become the treatment of choice for hip … READ MORE
Michael Sametz, Para-cyclist on the road to Rio
Michael is overjoyed to represent Canada at the Paralympics in Rio de Janeiro, … READ MORE
Family technology rules: What kids expect of parents
Put your phone away when I’m talking to you. Don’t text while you’re driving … READ MORE
Using the Arts to promote healthy aging
“Movement enriches the quality of their lives,” Ms. Haas said. “It’s … READ MORE
Seniors programs and services guide 2015–2016
Published by Alberta Seniors September 2015 For more information about seniors … READ MORE
Physical therapy following total knee replacement raises new concerns over referral for profit
A new study concludes that patients who undergo total knee replacement (TKR) surgery … READ MORE
Sony World Photography Awards
Rob Gregory’s pictures were taken for the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago … READ MORE
Tablets and YouTube empower people with intellectual disability
A Concordia researcher underlines the lasting value of first-person storytelling. … READ MORE
Patients benefit from one-on-one education prior to joint replacement surgery
Education session with a physical therapist prior to knee or hip replacement … READ MORE
Telehealth services increasingly popular with consumers and insurers
Telemedicine has been more widely offered over the last five years, promoted by … READ MORE
A teenager who can’t speak finally sounds like himself
Electronic communication devices are evolving from robotic speech to personalized … READ MORE
Why can’t you email your doctor?
Email may be the preferred communication method with clients in many industries, but … READ MORE
Canadian patients had higher major complication rates after TKA
Patients from Canada who underwent total knee arthroplasty experienced a higher rate … READ MORE
Letting patients read the doctor’s notes
The patient, a wiry businessman in his 50s, needed a copy of his medical records to … READ MORE
Doctors urged to ditch pagers in favour of smartphones
When Ann Marie McKenna uses her iPhone to communicate with colleagues at work, … READ MORE
Stanford launches its HealthKit and Epic connected MyHealth app
Many large hospitals in the U.S. are evaluating or developing pilot projects around … READ MORE
Claiming a disability tax credit
Claiming a disability tax credit? Expecting an income tax refund? Invest the refund … READ MORE
Do you have a child with special needs?
Five things to know about parents of children with special needs. Alberta Health … READ MORE
2016 Adapted bike registration now open
Register for the 2016 Adapted Bike Clinic $50 Membership entitles you to the use of … READ MORE
2016 Western Canada sledge hockey tournament March 25-27
Sledge Hockey is open to people of all ages and genders. Individuals who wish to … READ MORE
Life without Limits Gala 2016 – CP Association Alberta
Life without Limits Gala – Celebrating 40! Join us for an evening of … READ MORE
5% of Ontario residents account for majority of health care costs
Five percent of Ontarians account for 65% of provincial health care costs for … READ MORE
Size matters – Alternatives to vertical integration
Alternatives to hospital dominated, vertically integrated systems. For decades, … READ MORE
Going the distance – all 26.2 miles – with MS
Cheryl Hile started running marathons before she was diagnosed with MS, and her … READ MORE
When not to fix: Thoughts of an orthopaedic surgeon
One driving force that is emerging in our high-tech, low-touch approach to … READ MORE
Maximum Healthcare and Mobility in Calgary
Braceworks recommends Maximum Healthcare and Mobility in Calgary, an AADL Approved … READ MORE
Friday at the medical school – common MSK problems
Practical Approach to Common MSK Problems in Community Practice. Friday, April 22, … READ MORE
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