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Understanding flat head syndrome (Plagiocephaly) in babies
Flat head syndrome, or plagiocephaly as the condition is medically known, occurs … READ MORE
Tummy time shown to aid infant development
Research review shows tummy time improves rolling, crawling and other motor … READ MORE
The Truth About Tummy Time
Pediatricians say it’s essential. But is it? I remember many things fondly from … READ MORE
Developmental outcomes of positional plagiocephaly
Flattening of the skull on the back or side of an infant’s head—also known as … READ MORE
A pediatric epidemic: Deformational plagiocephaly, brachycephaly and congenital muscular torticollis
A pediatric epidemic is sweeping the country. The incidence of infant deformational … READ MORE
Home schooling during pandemic a daunting challenge for families of kids with disabilities
Schools need a closer connection to children with special needs during closures. The … READ MORE
Funding flexibility offered for Alberta children with special needs during COVID-19
Routine changes have been especially challenging for families of children with … READ MORE
Mirror movements may be markers of severity for unilateral CP patients who had perinatal stroke
Monitoring mirror movements in children with unilateral cerebral palsy (CP) due to … READ MORE
CP patients wear AFOs less than prescribed
An open-access study, published in Rehabilitation Research and Practice, … READ MORE
AFO effects on gastrocnemius underscore heterogeneity of CP
Variations call for adjustable devices. We can hopefully create devices in the … READ MORE
Orthotics in Cerebral Palsy – Physiopedia
Surestep birthday party. Physiopedia UK November 6, 2019 An orthosis by definition, … READ MORE
Power training helps children with CP meet mobility goals
A power-training program aimed at improving the function of children with cerebral … READ MORE
Gait analysis no better than ‘usual care’ in children with CP, study says
Individually tailored gait analysis interventions are not better than “usual … READ MORE
Recruiting participants for the Cerebral Palsy Cohort Study
Interested in a 3D video of you and your siblings or friends walking? Learn how … READ MORE
FREE! Adaptive Sports Program
WinSport has designed a fully inclusive, multi-sport program for ALL regardless of … READ MORE
After treatment, changes in motor capacity in CP children do not necessarily predict their performance in daily life
After an intensive treatment period, changes in motor capacity in children with … READ MORE
2020 CPAA Calgary programs for kids are waiting for you
We are thrilled to have two fantastic programs available for children in Calgary. … READ MORE
Autism linked to between-limb asymmetries across the gait cycle
Recent findings from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), add to a growing … READ MORE
Pre-school Resource Fair in Calgary, January 25, 2020
Jennifer Buchanan provides music therapy to a child at Williams Syndrome Association … READ MORE
Altered composition, structure of muscles linked to stiffness, movement limits in CP children
Muscle composition and structure is altered in children with cerebral palsy — with … READ MORE
Many parents not following safe-sleep advice for babies
Most babies are being placed on their backs to sleep—one of the key ways to reduce … READ MORE
Limited evidence of botox superiority in alleviating muscle tightness in children with CP
A review found limited evidence that botox outperforms other forms of treatment in … READ MORE
Early orthotic intervention in pediatric patients, Part 2: Down syndrome, other neurological conditions, and toe walking
The Case For Early Intervention. Down Syndrome is associated with a long list of … READ MORE
Early orthotic intervention in pediatric patients, Part 1: Cerebral palsy
Children with cerebral palsy (CP) typically encounter a host of gait- and … READ MORE
New insights: Improving function, independence and quality of life of individuals with cerebral palsy
Experts from across the world share new research and highlight developments in … READ MORE
Southcentre Mall hosts sensory friendly Hallowe’en
For the fourth year in a row, staff at a Calgary mall held a sensory-friendly … READ MORE
Exercising at home improves walking ability in children with CP
A structured home-based exercise program can improve walking ability in children … READ MORE
Emergency pediatric space opens at Calgary’s South Health Campus
‘This will be a comforting space where children and parents can come for … READ MORE
What is torticollis in babies, and how is it treated? Because it’s literally a pain in the neck
If your baby appears to have a constant head tilt, then your pediatrician may … READ MORE
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