Online doctor consultations take off in Canada
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‘It doesn’t seem fair’: Unwed parents in Alberta don’t share financial burden once disabled child turns 18
‘Unless you’ve been married, you fall through the cracks,’ says … READ MORE
Edmonton arts camp gives sick and disabled kids a lift
‘A lot of these kids really do need that confidence boost and that reminder … READ MORE
Daily movement programme has positive impact on children’s learning
Following a daily movement programme can improve children’s physical development … READ MORE
What I wish I’d known about my knees
Many of the procedures people undergo to counter chronic knee pain in the hopes of … READ MORE
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
Stepping up: Orthotic devices help boost physical activity levels
Improved mobility with ankle foot orthoses and other devices can help patients … READ MORE
Zimbabwe’s breakdance king who uses a wheelchair
When Blessing Fire was born in Zimbabwe, he was told by doctors that he would never … READ MORE
Ingenious pop-up shelter for people in wheelchairs
Under The Weather is a single-person pop-up shelter to sit inside that my big … READ MORE
Why doctors hate electronic records — and what could change that
The health care industrial complex has spent billions of dollars and untold amounts … 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
Early knee arthritis symptoms first felt when using stairs
People who suffer from knee pain when using the stairs may be experiencing the early … READ MORE
Clinical decision support—being worried is nothing to worry about
Many years ago I worked with a doctor who would disappear for a few moments at … READ MORE
Recreational running benefits hip, knee health
Recreational runners are less likely to experience knee and hip osteoarthritis … READ MORE
Major research explores how our bones and muscles age, new ways to block decline
With age, the form and function of our bones and muscles drop off, putting us at … READ MORE
Smart shoe insoles and phone app provide gait info on every step
A proper running technique focusing on every step can help an athlete increase … READ MORE
Bonjour-santé service asks court to stop health ministry audit
RAMQ investigating whether for-fee appointment booking service is against the law. … READ MORE
Fiber-rich diet linked to lowered risk of painful knee osteoarthritis
Findings from two long-term studies in line with other associated health benefits of … READ MORE
Fitness trackers accurately measure heart rate but not calories burned
A Stanford inquiry into the accuracy of seven wristband activity monitors showed … READ MORE
Creative caregiving solutions for the ‘sandwich generation’
Stretched thin by the needs of your children and your elderly parents? Try this … READ MORE
We all want to look good: Calgary company adapts clothes for those with disabilities
Strategically placed zippers make clothes easy to get on and get off. A former … READ MORE
Mighty TeamMito marathoners link together in Guinness World Record attempt
The spotlight will shine again on the event at the Calgary Scotiabank Marathon on … READ MORE
Alberta’s health system needs overhaul, auditor general says
Auditor general Merwan Saher wants the health-care system to make a ‘quantum … READ MORE
Manual standing wheelchair – no batteries required
The device is a manual standing wheelchair providing mobility in either a seated or … READ MORE
Think the UK has a social care crisis now? Just wait until 2025
The demographic crystal ball shows elderly care is a crisis set to deepen, fast. No … READ MORE
Chondroitin sulfate as good as widely used anti-inflammatory for knee osteoarthritis
Reduces pain, improves function, and is safe; prescribe it for long term treatment, … READ MORE
OA strongly affects difficulty in walking
Influence of arthritis greater than heart disease or diabetes. One in four older … READ MORE
Anti-gravity treadmill has physio patients walking on air
The AlterG is an anti-gravity treadmill being used for physiotherapy at the … READ MORE
Knee, hip rehab made easier with Waterloo developed system
System easier for patients and cheaper for clinics. Physiotherapy patients can get … READ MORE
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