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World-first guidelines for children with common inherited nerve disorder 

Paediatric neurologists and allied health clinicians have developed world-first clinical practice guidelines for children with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT), the most common childhood inherited nerve disorder. This international … READ MORE

Contrary to the common view, cerebral palsy can be genetic

One mother of an adult child with CP told us that his genetic diagnosis absolved her of more than three decades of guilt. Many families felt they finally had a sense of closure.” – Siddharth Srivastava MD, Study Senior … READ MORE

Erin helps her sister with Cerebral palsy

When someone communicates using a computerized voice, it can feel like, well, not their own. This family got the chance to create a more authentic voice for their daughter with cerebral palsy, and it’s pretty incredible. Abilities … READ MORE

Hypertonia and hypotonia – what’s the difference?

New parents have plenty on their minds. Baby’s health. Baby’s needs. Baby’s future. Muscles are way, way down on the list. But if your little one is facing developmental delays, muscle concerns are near the top. At first … READ MORE

Dyson award-winning orthosis counteracts hypertonia in children with Cerebral palsy

A 3D printed orthosis capable of counteracting the negative effects of hypertonia in children with cerebral palsy has won a national James Dyson Award. A child wearing the 3D printed ManiFlex orthosis. Hypertonia in the upper limb of … READ MORE

Discover Sole to Soul Footwear

We saw a need for specialty footwear and grew from there Sole to Soul Footwear began as part of the former Colonel Belcher Hospital’s Geriatric Foot and Wound Clinic. Abdullah Chybil developed the concept of our shoe store while … READ MORE

The benefits of physical therapy for torticollis in children

Alecia, a young mother, noticed something strange in her baby: her daughter’s head and neck were turned to the side every time she was placed in her car seat or bassinet. She said, “Her neck seemed to turn unnaturally … READ MORE

Calgary Youth Physiotherapy

Calgary Youth Physiotherapy Senior clinicians sharing deep roots in pediatric rehabilitation since 1989. Linette Lahey BScPT Keltie Wattie MScPT Provident Professional Building 101, 4616 Valiant Drive NW Calgary, AB T3A 0X9 Call … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in December 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta offers programs to people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities that provide essential social interaction and healthy activities in nurturing environments. December registration is now open and we hope to … READ MORE

Owlet infant monitoring sock pulled following FDA warning

Following receipt of a warning letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Utah-based tech startup Owlet, innovators of a baby sock that monitors infant vital signs, will stop selling the product until it earns approval from … READ MORE

700 families waiting for children’s health services at Toronto hospital, as pandemic backlog grows

Autism program, wheelchair fittings have months-long waits. Ivona Novak’s five-year-old son, Noah, who uses a wheelchair, is among hundreds of Ontario kids on a growing wait list for key health services at a Toronto … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in November 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually anywhere! November registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please contact our … READ MORE

Could genetics hold the key to preventing SIDS?

A state-of-the-art genetic biobank could hold the key to preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), potentially saving the lives of hundreds of babies who die from the devastating condition each year. Photo by Tim Bish on … READ MORE

Growing up is hard, especially for young people with disabilities

Iris vanDalen, 23, with her service dog, Stella. VanDalen is a student at the University of San Francisco. She has Crohn’s disease, which made adapting to college life difficult. Photo courtesy of Iris vanDalen. by Nadra Nittle, … READ MORE

Number diagnosed with autism jumps 787 per cent in two decades, study shows

The number of people diagnosed with autism has jumped by 787 per cent in the past two decades, a new study shows, likely an effect of increasing recognition. The research suggests increases could be due to increased reporting and … READ MORE

Pectus carinatum – FAQs

Watch the video. Novel 3D imaging for chest wall anomalies: The early Calgary experience. How common is Pectus carinatum? Pectus carinatum occurs in approximately 1 to 2 people in 3,000 and occurs more commonly in males. Has your … READ MORE

Bracing in pediatric patients with pectus carinatum is effective and improves quality of life

PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness and patient satisfaction with bracing for pectus carinatum (PC). MATERIALS AND METHODS Twenty-five PC patients were treated between August 2007 and October 2011. Most … READ MORE

Science backs nature as key to children’s health

The presence of greenspaces near homes and schools is strongly associated with improved physical activity and mental health outcomes in kids, according to a massive review of data from nearly 300 studies. Leo Rivas on Unsplash … READ MORE

Bracing is an effective therapy for Pectus carinatum: interim results

If patients are compliant, a self- adjusting brace system can give rapid correction of the pectus carinatum protrusion with excellent patient satisfaction. The Calgary Protocol: bracing for Pectus carinatum These interim results … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in October 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually anywhere! October registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please contact our … READ MORE

Evolving business models in orthotics

Nancy Schneider, Braceworks Custom Orthotics, Calgary. This submission provides an important historical context for understanding the current challenge facing the Orthotic and Prosthetic community in Alberta including Alberta Aids to … READ MORE

Boppy recalls 3.3 Million baby pillows after the deaths of 8 infants

Recalled Boppy Original Newborn Lounger (left), Boppy Preferred Newborn Lounger (middle), and Pottery Barn Kids Boppy Newborn Lounger (right). The loungers were sold in a variety of colours and fashions. Joint recall with Health … READ MORE

Like polio, the long-term impact of COVID will be measured in disability

Will the large numbers of people with disabilities from COVID make our society more accessible and inclusive? Polio causes paralysis is about one in 200 patients. Survivors like Gifford, shown here age 2 at the Sudbury General … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in September 2021 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually anywhere! September registration is now open and we hope to see even more of you on our screens! For more information on our programs, please contact our … READ MORE

Calgary baby in need of special helmet not covered by the province

A Calgary mom says she’s been overwhelmed by aupport, as she tries to raise money to pay for a special helmet for her infant daughter. Watch video on CTV News. Julie Young organized a fundraiser. Julie Young photo. Brenna Rose, … READ MORE

Three babies, two helmets, one success story for Gaylord triplets

Reshaping the Future Through Better Infant Helmets. A Gaylord family works with a U-M orthotist to give their daughters a well-rounded start. University of Michigan. Produced by Jarrett Begick, Michigan Media. Youtube Jun 7, 2018 By … READ MORE

An overview of flat head syndrome

Flat head syndrome—medically known as positional plagiocephaly—occurs when a baby’s head develops a flat spot in the first months of its life. The baby’s skull is soft, and their neck muscles are still weak during this … READ MORE

Adaptive Gymnastics

Open only to children with a disability requiring 1:1 coaching, this program is designed to introduce children with a disability to the sport of artistic gymnastics. University of Calgary Children will participate in our circuit-based … READ MORE

Hassles with child car seats linked to unsafe child passenger behaviors

Parents who reported more hassles using a child car seat or booster seat – such as the child is uncomfortable or having to make multiple trips in a day – were less likely to follow recommendations from the American Academy … READ MORE

Autistic children can benefit from attention training – new study

Attention training in young people with autism can lead to significant improvements in academic performance, according to a new study. Thomas Park photo Unsplash Beck Lockwood, University of Birmingham 06 July 2021 Researchers at the … READ MORE

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