People with tetraplegia gain rapid use of brain-computer interface
A new approach to calibrating the pioneering BrainGate brain-computer interface … READ MORE
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A smart phone app for cerebral palsy screening
Early diagnosis appears key for physiotherapy interventions for cerebral palsy, so … READ MORE
Want a healthier population? Spend less on health care and more on social services
Increased social spending was associated with health improvements at the population … READ MORE
Canadian study identifies genetic link to cause of cerebral palsy
New, groundbreaking evidence suggests a much stronger underlying genetic link in … READ MORE
Researchers develop world’s smallest wearable device
Team led by engineer John Rogers worked with L’Oréal to launch first-of-its kind, … READ MORE
Apple Heart Study is the biggest ever, but with a catch
Last November, Apple Watch owners began receiving recruitment emails from … READ MORE
How to make snow-bound cities less of a frozen hell for people with disabilities
Without clear, accessible streets, people with restricted mobility often face a … READ MORE
From para-athlete to advocate: Tony Flores is Alberta’s new disability advocate
‘The role is simply a voice for our community’ Tony Flores has been … READ MORE
Health Canada approves Dysport to treat kids with cerebral palsy
Health Canada has approved Dysport (abobotulinumtoxinA) for the treatment of leg … READ MORE
Direct Funding means freedom for many people with disabilities. Is it accessible enough?
When Lisa Crigger advertises for staff on Kijiji, she’s mainly looking for people … READ MORE
Parents shouldn’t over worry about early issues with children’s knees and feet
Most early anomalies in a child’s gait will work themselves out, says Dr. … READ MORE
Cooper Hewitt presents “Access+Ability” with more than 70 empowering designs
Providing a major platform for the growing movement toward accessibility and … READ MORE
Botox treatments may help your child with spastic CP
Spastic CP means the muscles are tense and tight. This occurs because the brain is … READ MORE
New research reveals how gardeners can dig for health without injury
New research from Coventry University and the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) … READ MORE
Unacceptably low number of Albertans receive disability tax credit
Process too complex and ambiguous, critics say. Only one in three Albertans with … READ MORE
Out on a limb: Low tech, high value
The use of advanced technologies to provide feedback to patients during … READ MORE
Physical challenges no barrier to Calgary policing career
For one girl dreaming of a career in policing, a day spent with Calgary police … READ MORE
Online database helps Albertans enrol in clinical trials
Research is helping develop new treatments, strategies and surgeries, doctor says. … READ MORE
Task training seems to improve hand dexterity in kids with cerebral palsy
Task-oriented training (TOT) improves hand dexterity in children with cerebral palsy … READ MORE
Leaning into the Ogo – seated Segway
In a 2016 video, a man seated on a cool-looking modified Segway called an Ogo wowed … READ MORE
Seeking one giant leap for a child’s mobility
With public programs stretched, some parents are turning to private therapies to … READ MORE
We live with a cloud over our heads: Québecers say home care services fall short
Nearly 343,000 Québecers receive publicly-funded home care. Critics hope political … READ MORE
A little more hope: ALS patients taking anti-psychotic drug in clinical trial
Cliff Barr has no illusions about how his life is going to end but he still has … READ MORE
How to turn clinicians into makers
Providing training and resources, MakerHealth helps nurses and doctors hack medical … READ MORE
Toy cars help kids with disabilities explore movement
Modified vehicles offer independence to children, hope to parents. Khyla Buium, a … READ MORE
Samsung SmartSuit for Olympic Winter Games 2018
Samsung created a SmartSuit to help improve training for Dutch short track speed … READ MORE
Gear hacks: setting up a DIY workspace
My disability makes even mundane tasks more complicated than they otherwise would … READ MORE
Canada as single-payer exemplar for universal health care in the United States
A Borderline Option. Ambassador Bridge workers (from bottom left to right) Hector … READ MORE
Woman with eye-tracking software communicates with mom for first time since 1996
Using eye-motion camera and tablet software, breakthrough occurred during Christmas … READ MORE
How Apple Watch saved one man’s life
Scott Killian never imagined his Apple Watch might save his life, but that’s … READ MORE
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