First 3D colour x-ray of a human using CERN technology
What if, instead of a black and white X-ray picture, a doctor of a cancer patient … READ MORE
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Forget the cell phone screen, a forearm is all you’ll need to read
Researchers report haptic interface for mobile technology. Postdoctoral student Yang … READ MORE
Wearable device from Stanford measures cortisol in sweat
By drawing in a bit of sweat, a patch developed in the lab of Alberto Salleo can … READ MORE
Scientists uncover why knee joint injury leads to osteoarthritis
Knee joint injuries are typically related to sports, such as football, rugby or ice … READ MORE
Nike signs runner with cerebral palsy
A junior at the University of Oregon, Justin Gallegos becomes the first athlete with … 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
New biomechanical footwear relieves knee OA pain
A new biomechanical footwear system was effective in relieving pain and improving … READ MORE
The women behind “befree zipOn” pants – on solving a design flaw for people with disabilities
Four years ago, when Nikki Puzzo haphazardly cut up a pair of her daughter … READ MORE
Viewpoint: FDA regulation of mobile medical apps
Mobile apps are increasingly used in health care to promote wellness, treat and … 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
Custom foot orthotics for relief of lower back pain
Shoe inserts or foot orthotics are sometimes used to treat lower back pain in people … READ MORE
Physical therapies underused following total knee replacement
Evidence-based physical therapy interventions for patients who undergo total knee … READ MORE
We now have a voice: Alberta appoints advocate for people with disabilities
The office, led by para-athlete Tony Flores, will officially open in mid-November. … READ MORE
UBC breakthrough opens door to $100 ultrasound machine
Engineers at the University of British Columbia have developed a new ultrasound … 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
The stages of knee osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a common form of arthritis that often affects the knee. In the … 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
Do I need foot orthotics? What kind?
Many people come to my office complaining of foot pain from conditions such as … READ MORE
Cartilage degeneration algorithm predicts progression of osteoarthritis
A novel cartilage degeneration algorithm can predict the progression of … READ MORE
Why we’re putting an Xbox controller on display at the V&A
The games console is part of our drive to exhibit modern objects – as a way to … READ MORE
Cerebral palsy patients test Canadian researchers’ virtual rehabilitation system
Canadian researchers developed an at-home virtual rehabilitation system for people … READ MORE
He never gives up: Broncos bus crash survivor sets his sights on independence
On eve of Humboldt Broncos home opener, Ryan Straschnitzki talks about his recovery. … READ MORE
Jason DaSilva’s “The Disability Trap” is beautiful and infuriating
The acclaimed documentary filmmaker and New Mobility’s 2014 Person of the … READ MORE
Learning to improve foot control in cerebral palsy
A device to measure foot control is being trialled to improve walking ability for … READ MORE
Did Canada break a promise to its disabled citizens?
Despite their differing approaches, both Canada and the U.S. face challenges in … READ MORE
New research ranks effectiveness of non-surgical treatments for knee osteoarthritis
An estimated 45 percent of people are at risk of developing knee osteoarthritis (OA) … READ MORE
On bended knees: It’s a prehab, rehab life
SUN Media national lifestyle and food editor Rita DeMontis recently wrote about her … READ MORE
On bended knees: Rita DeMontis tackles surgery day
SUN Media national lifestyle and food editor Rita DeMontis recently wrote about her … READ MORE
On bended knees: Preparing for surgery
I come to you on bended knees. Well, I would if I could bend them – but I can’t. … READ MORE
New study contradicts notion that electronic health records are driving doctors to quit
A medical scribe enters data into a computer as a doctor evaluates a patient nearby … READ MORE
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