On tumors, MRIs and telepathy: Mary Lou Jepsen on the future of reading images from our brains
Mary Lou Jepsen was finishing her PhD work in holography at Brown University when … READ MORE
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Simulated horseback riding helpful in treating children with cerebral palsy
Robotically assisted hippotherapy, a type of therapy that simulates the repetitive … READ MORE
Altered walking mechanics leads to back pain?
When patients with hip osteoarthritis (OA) complain of lower back pain, what is … READ MORE
Paralympian headed to Pyeongchang prefers the downhill event
‘It’s the biggest, the baddest and the fastest’ says Kurt Oatway. … READ MORE
Do you see what I see? Researchers harness brain waves to reconstruct mental images
A new technique developed by neuroscientists at U of T Scarborough can, for the … READ MORE
Markin undergrads get first-hand experience using cutting-edge robotic technology
Markin USRP students Ash Kolstad, left, and Justin Tan combine neuroscience research … READ MORE
Better workplace accessibility for Canadians with disabilities would boost economic growth
New research suggests that failing to make accessibility for people with … READ MORE
UBC engineers advance the capability of wearable tech
A new low-cost ultra-stretchable sensor can do more with less. Creating the perfect … READ MORE
Stretchable electronics a ‘game changer’ for stroke recovery treatment
A groundbreaking new wearable designed to be worn on the throat could be a … READ MORE
Waterloo research brings high res magnetic resonance imaging to nanometer scale
A new technique that brings magnetic resonance imaging to the nanometer scale with … READ MORE
Orthopedic issue in kids? Skip these tests, experts say
Five things physicians and patients should question. The American Academy of … READ MORE
BC online project highlights needs of 1 million caregivers
Stories for Caregivers connects people with resources they might not know exist. … READ MORE
What would a truly accessible city look like?
Most cities are utterly unfriendly to people with disabilities – but with almost … READ MORE
First smart watch cleared by FDA for use in neurology
Beautiful wearable device brings revolutionary help for people living with epilepsy. … READ MORE
Home is where the heart is for Alana Ramsay
Canadian alpine skier aiming to end World Cup season on a high in Kimberley. Alana … READ MORE
Expert pressed about risk in closing NS facilities for people with disabilities
Inquiry examining whether 2 Nova Scotians have the right to live in supported … READ MORE
Pass Powderkeg Ski Area hosts first event for skiers and snowboarders with disabilities
Skiing and snowboarding are fun group activities for friends and families and … READ MORE
What it’s like to have a sister with special-needs, AKA Boo-Bear
Meet the next generation of caregivers. Ellery and Clare are sisters to Gilly, who … READ MORE
Cardiogram DeepHeart detects diabetes through smartwatches
A new study from Cardiogram suggests that ordinary wearables like Fitbit and Apple … READ MORE
‘The community needs to step up’ says caregiver advocate
Yona Lunsky studies the mental health needs of people with intellectual and … READ MORE
Olympic athletes need precision, now they can have precision health
A new analytics tool will help provide information to clinicians to help them … READ MORE
Arm exercise improves walking ability after stroke
A new study shows that arm exercises may improve walking ability months and even … READ MORE
Experimental therapy could boost stroke recovery
Spinal injection and rehabilitation efforts shown to increase connections between … READ MORE
Accessible tech opens doors for people with disabilities
Embracing life on wheels. No matter what type of cerebral palsy a person has, it … READ MORE
Cake, balloons, goodbye: What happens when your special needs child ages out of the system
A day with Gilly, a teen with autism and developmental delay on the cusp of aging … READ MORE
Many parents of children with disabilities don’t make care plans
Fewer than half of parents of children with intellectual and developmental … READ MORE
Biosensors will be inexpensive, do more, go everywhere
When it comes to biometric sensors, human skin isn’t an ally. It’s an … READ MORE
Biometric gloves coming to F1 racing in 2018
The FIA is set to introduce a new race glove into Formula One that sends potentially … READ MORE
Rhythmic auditory cueing improves gait in CP patients
Rhythmic auditory entrainment — a process that provides a timing cue for a … READ MORE
Paul Yock wins National Academy of Engineering’s Gordon Prize
Paul Yock is being honored for establishing Stanford Biodesign to help innovators … READ MORE
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