Daily movement programme has positive impact on children’s learning
Following a daily movement programme can improve children’s physical development … READ MORE
Childhood development
Resources for families with special needs
Toddler with cerebral palsy takes first steps wearing magic shoes
A toddler has taken her first independent steps wearing revolutionary shoes made by … READ MORE
Baseball for kids with disabilities a home run in Alberta
“Every year that we can have baseball for him is one more happier year for … READ MORE
Never count yourself out: Sledge hockey gold
If anyone had told a younger Jeremy Hall, bound in a wheelchair and later, leg … READ MORE
The family dog could help boost physical activity for kids with disabilities
The family dog could serve as a partner and ally in efforts to help children with … READ MORE
What it means when kids walk on their toes
When toddlers are learning to walk, many spend some time walking up on their tip … READ MORE
Everything you need to know about horse therapy
More and more Canadians are horsing around with their healthcare. Horse therapy, … READ MORE
Bloorview School program for kids with disabilities suspended
School’s board says no able-bodied children enrolled in integrated program. … READ MORE
Ontario begins shifting home care responsibilities
Ontario begins dissolving its 14 community care access centres next week, but … READ MORE
Calgary doctor connects disabled children with accessible activities
Let’s make it easy for these kids. Dr. Sarah MacEachern is on a campaign to … READ MORE
The wheels of freedom: My first motorized wheelchair
What were you doing when you were seven years old? Most seven-year-olds are playful … READ MORE
State-of-the-art special needs school opens its doors in Calgary
After three long years of lobbying and construction, a unique school welcomed its … READ MORE
Orthotic management techniques for children with CP
Consider range of motion and alignment when helping children with cerebral palsy … READ MORE
Positive results for pediatric patient with idiopathic toe walking
A multidisciplinary approach offered benefits for a pediatric patient who had … READ MORE
Treating pediatric toe walking – is it idiopathic?
Pediatric toe walking is not necessarily idiopathic and can be the result of an … READ MORE
Walking barefoot on gravel improves gait for children with idiopathic toe walking
Walking barefoot on a gravel surface significantly improved gait in children with … READ MORE
Hinged vs solid AFOs for cerebral palsy: No significant difference in gait
There are no significant differences in gait or gross mobility between hinged and … READ MORE
AFO friendly footwear
THE NEXT GENERATION OF KIDS SHOES. PLAE designs premium quality products that are … READ MORE
Pediatric orthotic management: Children are different
They are not just small adults; some things are very different, though some are just … READ MORE
Calgary Herald’s ‘Life with Emily’ documentary a finalist for international media award
The Calgary Herald has been named a finalist in a prestigious international media … READ MORE
2017 Adapted Bike Program – Cerebral Palsy Kids & Families
Enjoy the use of a custom-fit bike for $75. Trix youth wheels. Hase Come out and try … READ MORE
Calgary mom raising funds to bring music therapy to public high school
A Calgary mom is raising money so teenagers can benefit from a program that’s … READ MORE
Obesity in pregnancy tied to cerebral palsy in kids
Women who are overweight or obese during pregnancy may be increasing the chances … READ MORE
Children’s backs: Trolleys do less damage than backpacks
Researchers at the University of Granada warn that 23 percent of the girls carry a … READ MORE
Horseback riding improves children’s cognitive ability
Study shows how the effects of horseback riding improve learning in children. Recent … READ MORE
Phone app helps people with ALS speak using just their eyes
GazeSpeak runs on a smartphone and uses artificial intelligence to convert eye … READ MORE
Life With Music – Fundraiser by Christina Ryan
Emily Pitchers, 16, plucks the strings on a guitar with JB Music therapist Catherine … READ MORE
Game therapy: Serious video games help children with cerebral palsy
The OrbIT controller was custom designed to help children with cerebral palsy. David … READ MORE
Video games: A new therapeutic frontier for cerebral palsy
Very little in life slows Jillian Peters down. If you catch her in a hallway, the … READ MORE
Calgary Flames sign Fionn Daly to one-day contract
The nine-year-old is currently playing for the Calgary Venom of the Calgary Sledge … READ MORE
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