The rest of the story – helmet treatment
Just under three years ago, the O&P profession was startled by the publication … READ MORE
Childhood development
Resources for families with special needs
Edmonton mom raises awareness about condition that requires baby to get head-shaping helmet
Angie McIntosh noticed her baby boy couldn’t turn his head to the right when he … READ MORE
Infant positional plagiocephaly
Cranial asymmetry occurring as a result of forces that deform skull shape in the … READ MORE
South Health Campus to open pediatric emergency care space
The South Health Campus is a big step closer to opening a pediatric emergency care … READ MORE
Does my infant need a helmet? Understanding positional plagiocephaly
Parents naturally start to worry if a flat spot began forming on the back of your … READ MORE
Helmets do little to help moderate infant skull flattening, study finds
BMJ Helmet study — Our response. On May 1, 2014, the NY Times published an … READ MORE
Orthotic helmet therapy in the treatment of plagiocephaly
Jack. Orthomerica Starband Orthotic (helmet) therapy in the treatment of … READ MORE
Rehabilitation and cerebral palsy
Frequent re-evaluation of orthotic devices is important because children quickly … READ MORE
Infant sleeping chairs linked to 32 deaths in US recalled in Canada
An infant sleeping chair linked to dozens of deaths in the United States has been … READ MORE
Natural Adventure Park returns to campus after successful pilot
Summer campers get creative, interact with nature in pop-up play area. Campers … READ MORE
Transitions: Helping kids make the leap to adult care
In healthcare, transition refers to planning for and making the move from child to … READ MORE
Adapted Sport and Recreation Summer Camps 2019 – University of Calgary
Come discover your abilities! Explore a variety of adapted sport, recreation and … READ MORE
Positional plagiocephaly – A survey of services across Canada
Across Canada, professionals from various disciplines work in the area of … READ MORE
Heads-up on positional plagiocephaly and whether it can affect a child’s development
When a child has positional plagiocephaly/brachycephaly (PPB) secondary to sleeping … READ MORE
How restrictive baby equipment can hinder development
As parents, we rely on convenient places to keep babies safe and contained, but … READ MORE
Adolescents with cerebral palsy report similar quality of life to their able-bodied peers
“Our results are encouraging. Across 10 different areas of life, adolescents … READ MORE
Girl, 3, is Orange family’s inspiration to change the world of pediatric walkers
Serena Zitnay, 3, uses her walker to get around as her older sister Emma, 5, looks … READ MORE
What’s the best treatment for positional plagiocephaly in infants?
Physical therapy—with helmet therapy if needed—is the recommended treatment for … READ MORE
Earlier helmet therapy yields better results for infants with skull flattening
For infants with skull flattening related to sleep position, starting helmet therapy … READ MORE
Inclusive water park named to ‘World’s Greatest Places’ list
Time Magazine says that a first-of-its-kind water park designed to be fully … READ MORE
New research gives parents a heads-up (on plagiocephaly)
This morning, Kennedy had her 12-week scan done at STAR. I was so excited to take … READ MORE
When the shoe doesn’t fit: footwear in Down syndrome
These children often have wider, more flexible, and more pronated feet than … READ MORE
Path of least resistance: Sequencing orthotic care
The higher profile the device, the more it perturbs movement, and sometimes kids … READ MORE
Personalized strength training may benefit mobility of children with cerebral palsy
Strength training has the potential to reduce muscle weakness and improve walking … READ MORE
How does helping people affect your brain?
Study shows neurobiological effects of providing support to others. Both younger and … READ MORE
Alberta law to allow unwed parents to share financial burden of disabled adult children
The proposed legislation would allow parents to apply for financial support from … READ MORE
Finding shoes for kids with disabilities is hard. It shouldn’t be
Author Cassi Young’s son Luke can’t wear standard shoes because they don’t fit … READ MORE
4-year-old Michigan girl with cerebral palsy takes first steps: ‘I’m walking!’
A little girl with cerebral palsy defied doctors’ expectations when she took her … READ MORE
Dancer’s path offers hope of walking for Orchard Park boy
Easton Jordan works on his walking steps with his physical therapist Elizabeth … READ MORE
Energy efficiency with AFO use varies in cerebral palsy patients
Longer strides lead to increased work. Ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) are regularly … READ MORE
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