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Family support for children with disabilities, FSCD, Alberta Human Services

Parents of children with disabilities sometimes need support so they can raise their children at home and fully participate in community life. The Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) Program provides a wide range … READ MORE

Pediatric Neuromuscular Clinic, Alberta Children’s Hospital

Care and management of children with neuromuscular or spinocerebellar disease. Alberta Children’s Hospital. Our hospital. Fresh Sugar Photography Neuromuscular Clinic provides care and management for children with neuromuscular … READ MORE

Pediatric Neurology Outpatients, Alberta Children’s Hospital

Pediatric Neurology Outpatients provides a co-ordinated care approach that serving children with complex seizure disorders and neurological conditions. Also offers education for the child, family, and community. Ruby and her … READ MORE

Pediatric Myelomeningocele Clinic, Alberta Children’s Hospital

Pediatric Myelomeningocele Clinic provides diagnosis, assessment, and treatment for children with spinal cord issues with bowel and bladder involvement. Alberta Children’s Hospital. Fresh Sugar Photography The clinic follows … READ MORE

Orthopedics public education links

Public and patient education Alberta Bone and Joint Health Institute Alberta Health and Wellness Disease and Injury Resources American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Patient Education Library Canadian Orthopaedic Association … READ MORE

Pediatric Surgery Clinic, Alberta Children’s Hospital

The Calgary Protocol for bracing of Pectus carinatum was pioneered by Dr. David L. Sigalet, Pediatric General Surgeon, Alberta Children’s Hospital. Surgeons continuing to practice the Calgary Protocol include Dr. Steven … READ MORE

Kaleidoscope Pediatric Consultants

Kaleidoscope Pediatric Consultants is an association of community pediatricians. We are dedicated to providing expert and comprehensive medical services for infants, children, and adolescents with diverse medical and developmental … READ MORE

Sunnyhill Pediatric Clinic

Surestep SMOs Sunnyhill Pediatric Clinic Unit 305, 4015 University Ave NW Calgary, AB T3B 6K3 Call 403-284-0001 Fax 403-284-1593 reception@sunnyhillpediatricclinic.ca Dr. Neil Cooper Dr. Lori Walker Dr. Desiree Yow Dr. Jennifer … READ MORE

Pediatric Neuromotor Clinic, Alberta Children’s Hospital

Pediatric Neuromotor Clinic offers treatment, counselling, and coordinates care for children with cerebral palsy and their families. Ruby and her family. Alberta Children’s Hospital. Brandy Anderson CPP. Fresh Sugar … READ MORE

GRIT Calgary Society

GRIT Calgary Society offers therapy and education programs for preschool children who are eligible for Program Unit Funding (PUF). The needs of the child and family help to determine the components of each child’s Individual Program … READ MORE

Pediatric Rehabilitation and Education Program, Alberta Children’s Hospital

The Pediatric Rehabilitation and Education Program provides rehabilitation services for school-aged children who have had a recent significant change in their physical functioning due to an injury, illness or surgery, and requires … READ MORE

Given a chance to be little ballerinas, and smiling right down to their toes

With its practice bar, mirrored walls and lush orchestral music, the small dance studio in Bayside, Queens, seems like countless other ballet schools that nurture the dreams of little girls. Dancing the physical therapy way. Ballet … READ MORE

Dynamic compression for correction of pectus carinatum

We suggest that patients with pectus carinatum have a trial of compression therapy before recommending surgical resection. The use of pressure measurement avoids complications such as skin lesions, partial or poor results, and patient … READ MORE

Preliminary study of efficacy of dynamic compression system in the correction of typical pectus carinatum

Objectives This preliminary study evaluates, by qualitative score, the efficacy of the dynamic compression system (DCS) with a pressure-measuring device in the treatment of pectus carinatum (PC) as an alternative to surgery. Methods … READ MORE

Factors affecting patient compliance with compressive brace therapy for pectus carinatum

Lightweight, self-adjustable compressive brace designed for the treatment of pectus carinatum. Du-Young Kang, et al. Objectives The aim of this study was to identify factors affecting patient compliance with brace therapy for pectus … READ MORE

Effect of the compressive brace in pectus carinatum

BACKGROUND Patients with pectus carinatum complain of cosmetic problems because they stand out in spite of wearing clothes. Surgical treatment of pectus carinatum is resection of the deformed cartilage but a wide operative scar, … READ MORE

Evaluation of the treatment of pectus carinatum with compressive orthotic bracing using three dimensional body scans

3D model used to assess and measure severity of pectus deformity demonstrating bilateral rib flattening in a severe symmetric pectus carinatum deformity. Ian Hunt, Pectus Clinic, Spire St. Anthony’s Hospital, London UK Purpose. … READ MORE

Iliotibial band syndrome and patellofemoral pain syndrome aren’t as simple as they seem

Once again, evidence shows that you can’t blame overuse injuries on seemingly obvious structural problems. I just love me some scientific evidence that thumbs its nose at conventional wisdom. Perhaps it is because professionals who … READ MORE

Cheap, lightweight powered wheelchairs for young

World’s lightest, least expensive motorized wheelchair designed by BYU engineering students. Young kids with various genetic disorders often have limited walking ability, requiring them to use wheelchairs. Yet, traditional … READ MORE

Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic, Alberta Children’s Hospital

Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic provides assessment, treatment, and follow-up for children with complex musculoskeletal injury or problems. Alberta Children’s Hospital 2010. Fresh Sugar Photography by Brandy Anderson CPP. Pediatric … READ MORE

Surgeons unlock secret to treating pigeon chest

Mackenzie Cave, a bright 17-year-old who loves sports and science, developed a bony protrusion in his chest just after he turned 10. The protrusion — a deformity that affects one out of every 1,500 children — is known as pectus … READ MORE

The etiology of pectus carinatum involves overgrowth of costal cartilage and undergrowth of ribs

Fig. 3. Measurement of the full length of the rib. A. Three-dimensional volume rendering (VR) image is reconstructed automatically with a commercially available reconstruction program (Aquarius iNtuition Ver.4.4.6 TeraRecon, Foster … READ MORE

Helmet therapy for infant positional skull deformation ‘should be discouraged’

New research published in the BMJ suggests that for positional skull deformation in infants – flattening of the skull as a result of laying in the same position for long periods – wearing a corrective helmet does not … READ MORE

Order the Braceworks Pectus Brace

Rather than taking measurements by hand, clinicians may prefer a 3D scanner on an iPad. ☞ Download the Braceworks Pectus Brace® order form, PDF Visit the  Apple App Store or ▶︎ Google Play on your tablet or phone to … READ MORE

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