Fort McMurray program provides adapted bikes to children with disabilities
‘It was exciting to be able to actually see him use a bike.’ Blake Fielder sat … READ MORE
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The rest of the story – helmet treatment
Just under three years ago, the O&P profession was startled by the publication … READ MORE
Apple puts accessibility features front and center
Although the meat of Apple’s accessibility news from WWDC has been covered, there … READ MORE
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
CP Foundation launches new universal design “Accessibility is Beautiful” initiative
The Cerebral Palsy Foundation launched a new initiative on the Global Accessibility … READ MORE
Are foot orthotics worth it?
A consumer’s guide to the science and controversies of orthotics, special shoes, … 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
Biomechanics of Sport Shoes: The disturbing truth about running shoes, inserts and foot orthotics
By Dr. Michael Nirenberg, America’s Podiatrist February 24, 2011 A middle-aged … 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
New wheelchair-friendly public buses connect Banff and Lake Louise
‘Everybody should be able to get around Banff National Park,’ says chair … READ MORE
Our spinal cord is smarter than previously thought
Research shows our spinal cords contribute to sophisticated hand function. Using … 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
Knee pain not linked to daily walking levels in mild, moderate knee OA
Knee pain is not associated with the number of steps per day walked among patients … 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
Death by 1,000 clicks: where electronic health records went wrong
Inside a digital revolution that took a bad turn. The U.S. government claimed that … READ MORE
Empathetic technology: can devices know what you’re feeling?
For some, the word “technology” might evoke cold imagery of steely … 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
Study tackles non-surgical treatment of knee osteoarthritis
This study is a head-to-head comparison of non-surgical treatment of knee … 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
Knee pain lasting 1 year predicts faster cartilage loss, higher OA risk
Fluctuating and persistent knee pain over 1 year predicts accelerated cartilage loss … 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
Can virtual reality really transform physical therapy?
Researchers have long seen the potential of virtual reality in rehabilitating … READ MORE
Massage helps ease knee arthritis pain, improves mobility
Short-term improvements in symptoms suggests massage could complement treatment. … READ MORE
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