For parents of autistic children, more social support means better health
Concordia University research shows community care protects them against … READ MORE
Pediatrics
Kids orthotics are us!
Calgary pediatric AFO clinic – Kids are us!
Ankle-foot orthoses for children and youth. Personalize your orthotics – … READ MORE
Robotic device aids research for children with brain injury
Max Challoner, 12, demonstrates the KINARM robotic device at the Foothills Medical … READ MORE
It’s a horse, of course: equine therapy
The horse simulator was created at Rice’s Oshman Engineering Design Kitchen, where … READ MORE
Hemiplegic CP: Effects in the uninvolved limb
In patients with spastic hemiplegic CP, practitioners and researchers tend to focus … READ MORE
The Ability Hub
The Ability Hub is an initiative of The Sinneave Family Foundation. At The Ability … READ MORE
Children with medical complexity in Canada
The burden of chronic disease is placing pressure on the Canadian health care … READ MORE
Without limits: Kids with special needs
For thousands of Calgary children, access to a good education, sports opportunities … READ MORE
5 steps for parents to take after receiving a special-needs diagnosis
Hearing a diagnosis of special needs can generate a huge crush of emotions for many … READ MORE
Life with Emily: The special people enriching the lives of special needs kids
Emily Pitchers, 16, adores her older sister, Lorcan, and they enrich each others … READ MORE
It lets them be free: Water therapy allows children with disabilities to dance
Emma, 12, who suffers from Rett Syndrome, enjoys her time in the pool at Emily … READ MORE
The power of music for special needs kids
Dylan Whitley, 16, who has been diagnosed with Autism and septo-optic dysplasia … READ MORE
Special school’s sensory room offers solace for the senses
A common question from parents of students in Joi Weir’s junior high class is … READ MORE
Horses sooth the soul for special needs kids
The healing power of equine therapy. A pink-haired teenager painted two pictures on … READ MORE
Vibration therapy improves mobility and strength in young people with cerebral palsy
Young adults with cerebral palsy enjoy stronger bones and greater mobility after … READ MORE
Family technology rules: What kids expect of parents
Put your phone away when I’m talking to you. Don’t text while you’re driving … READ MORE
SpineEOS 3D surgical planning software approved in Europe
The spineEOS online 3D planning software allows a surgeon to utilize 3D imaging … READ MORE
Improving foot posture, balance in CMT may aid ankle stability
Early care advised for FAI prevention. “…ankle sprains in children with CMT … READ MORE
A teenager who can’t speak finally sounds like himself
Electronic communication devices are evolving from robotic speech to personalized … READ MORE
Pectus excavatum and Pectus carinatum: Associated conditions, family history, and post-operative patient satisfaction
Background. Pectus excavatum (PE) and pectus carinatum (PC) are the most common … READ MORE
Charcot-Marie-Tooth: AFO mechanics and gait patterns
Patients with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease showing the greatest increase in speed … READ MORE
Foot instability in Down syndrome linked to hallux valgus, narrow shoes
Regular foot checks may curb problems. A recent study published in the Journal of … READ MORE
Do you have a child with special needs?
Five things to know about parents of children with special needs. Alberta Health … READ MORE
Health benefits: Coverage, access and service
Health benefits coverage with public health and private insurance plans Save with … READ MORE
Size matters – Alternatives to vertical integration
Alternatives to hospital dominated, vertically integrated systems. For decades, … READ MORE
Is your child’s achy back more than just growing pains?
Nearly one in three adolescents report back pain. According to a new literature … READ MORE
Dr. Jordan Raugust, MD, FRCPC, CSCN (EMG)
Kinesis is a specialty medical clinic founded by a group of physiatrists. … READ MORE
PlayFULL POTENTIAL Child and Family Therapy Services
PlayFULL POTENTIAL Child and Family Therapy Services is a private practice team that … READ MORE
Bracing results in significant improvements in Pectus carinatum
Comfort is the key because the brace is worn continuously to provide compression … READ MORE
Fee for the Braceworks® Pectus Brace in Alberta
The Calgary Protocol: bracing for Pectus carinatum. The Braceworks® Pectus … READ MORE
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