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
Pediatrics
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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
Children’s toe walking not a sign of bigger problems
More than half of young children who toe walk will stop doing so on their own by … READ MORE
The child who inspired Andiamo – London’s most exciting tech firm
The agony suffered by Diamo Parvez motivated parents Samiya and Naveed to alleviate … READ MORE
Parents say they can’t afford their disabled children under N.L. health system
Many families don’t qualify for coverage for costly special equipment and … READ MORE
Robotic walker may help young people be more social and physically fit
“Robotics holds great hope for individuals with CP where mobility options are … READ MORE
Babies with position-related head deformities need specialist evaluation and conservative treatment
Editor calls for ‘new directions’ in deformational plagiocephaly … READ MORE
Baby helmet therapy tips and advice
When I learned of our baby’s craniosynostosis diagnosis, and that I wanted to push … READ MORE
How ‘tummy time’ factors into container baby syndrome – what primary care providers need to know
Some of the most commonly used devices for infants — car seats, swings, bouncy … READ MORE
Plagiocephaly FAQs – National Association for Plagiocephaly
The National Association for Plagiocephaly. Below are some frequently asked … READ MORE
Twin babies get helmets from Mary Free Bed
The two boys, Edgar and Vincent, have flat areas on the sides and down the … READ MORE
Calgary infant head position and shape clinic
If your baby is diagnosed with Deformational Plagiocephaly, Brachycephaly or … READ MORE
Fort McMurray program provides adapted bikes to children with disabilities
‘It was exciting to be able to actually see him use a bike.’ Blake Fielder sat … READ MORE
The rest of the story – helmet treatment
Just under three years ago, the O&P profession was startled by the publication … READ MORE
Edmonton mom raises awareness about condition that requires baby to get head-shaping helmet
Angie McIntosh noticed her baby boy couldn’t turn his head to the right when he … READ MORE
Infant positional plagiocephaly
Cranial asymmetry occurring as a result of forces that deform skull shape in the … READ MORE
South Health Campus to open pediatric emergency care space
The South Health Campus is a big step closer to opening a pediatric emergency care … READ MORE
Does my infant need a helmet? Understanding positional plagiocephaly
Parents naturally start to worry if a flat spot began forming on the back of your … READ MORE
Helmets do little to help moderate infant skull flattening, study finds
BMJ Helmet study — Our response. On May 1, 2014, the NY Times published an … READ MORE
Rehabilitation and cerebral palsy
Frequent re-evaluation of orthotic devices is important because children quickly … READ MORE
Infant sleeping chairs linked to 32 deaths in US recalled in Canada
An infant sleeping chair linked to dozens of deaths in the United States has been … READ MORE
AFO Tips from Complex Child
AFOs, or Ankle Foot Orthoses, are very common types of braces worn by children with … READ MORE
Natural Adventure Park returns to campus after successful pilot
Summer campers get creative, interact with nature in pop-up play area. Campers … READ MORE
Transitions: Helping kids make the leap to adult care
In healthcare, transition refers to planning for and making the move from child to … READ MORE
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