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Therapeutic horseback riding combined with cognitive exercises can help children with ADHD and Autism

Therapeutic horseback riding combined with brain-building exercises can improve the dexterity, coordination and strength of children with neurodevelopmental disorders, shows a study in Frontiers in Veterinary Science. Whispering … READ MORE

How reaching for toys could change Cerebral palsy therapy

A USC researcher is hoping to change the way physical therapists treat infants at risk of cerebral palsy by combining cognitive and physical activity. Photo: Julia Rendelman By Katharine Gammon, University of Southern California … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in November 2020 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… 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 … READ MORE

Schools get creative in serving preschoolers with special needs

A 3-year-old boy plays with toys as he is evaluated by Julie Patterson, a speech language pathologist, left, Dr. Kristen Warzon, a school psychologist, center, and Tracy Greulich, an early childhood special educator, during an outdoor … READ MORE

About 14% of cerebral palsy cases may be tied to brain wiring genes

Study confirms genetic link in cerebral palsy. NIH-funded study points to genes that control the establishment of neural circuits during early development. Co-author, Emeritus Professor Alastair MacLennan with Mathew Reinersten, from … READ MORE

Stride Rite releases adaptive sneakers for kids with disabilities

Stride Rite turned to social media to ask customers for help when designing the Journey. The company conducted surveys and fit tests with kids with disabilities during their process. Nothing like that sibling love… and matching … READ MORE

Jaw-strengthening teether designed for children with Down syndrome

Hannah Ferrill, a Purdue University alumna in industrial design from Purdue’s College of Liberal Arts, has developed a jaw-strengthening teether for children with Down syndrome. Hannah Ferrill Chris Adam, Purdue University April 6, … READ MORE

Pandemic pushes parents of kids with special needs to breaking point

Lilian Ansari of Oakland with her husband Saied, daughter Atrina, 11, and son Ardalon, 15, on vacation before the pandemic. Life has become very stressful for the Ansaris since stay-at-home orders began and the children, who … READ MORE

Pectus carinatum patients report high satisfaction with bracing

In a study of patient experiences and satisfaction with dynamic compression bracing to treat pectus carinatum, researchers found that the bracing was effective in achieving correction in compliant patients and that patients reported … READ MORE

Patient-reported efficacy of the UCSF custom Pectus carinatum orthosis

Chrysta Irolla MS MSPO CPO is a recipient of the 2021 Howard R. Thranhardt Award Irolla will present Treatment Parameters for the UCSF Pectus Carinatum Orthosis: A Pilot Study. More information about the 2021 National Assembly is … READ MORE

CPAA online programs in September 2020 – Register NOW

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… 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 … READ MORE

Knock knees, bowlegs, pigeon toes? Usually nothing to worry about!

Babies have to fold into a tight little ball as they develop in their mom’s womb, right? When they come out, and stretch and move those little arms and legs, we realize what a miracle it was that they ever fit inside! Their bodies … READ MORE

UCSF Pectus carinatum orthosis: A pilot study

Originally presented in 1996, in memory of O&P education pioneer Howard R. Thranhardt, the annual Thranhardt Awards have become synonymous with exceptional educational information and the highest caliber research advancing the … READ MORE

Wide variations in car seat breathing assessment conducted on premature newborns

A new study from the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) has found wide variations throughout the United States in the way hospitals ensure that premature or low birth weight infants can breathe safely in a car seat … READ MORE

Virtual care can make all the difference when treating the most vulnerable patients

Beyond the pandemic, we need to ensure virtual medicine remains a permanent fixture of health care system. A pediatrician takes part in a telemedicine call with a patient over a secure video connection. While it isn’t perfect, … READ MORE

Kids’ physical activity before age 5 matters so much because of the developing brain

Both when planning family activities and choosing a child care provider, parents should be mindful of how much physical activity their children are getting. Family Influence. 2020 ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for … READ MORE

CPAA online and in-person programs in August 2020 – Register NOW

Regular in-person programs are offered again. Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! The CPAA has introduced new Health & Wellness programs that you can participate in, … READ MORE

Pectus carinatum: The other deformational molding orthosis

There are two predominant types of congenital chest wall deformities. Pectus excavatum, also described as “cave chest” or “funnel chest,” is the most common with a prevalence of roughly 1 in 400 children. The … READ MORE

AFO breakthrough helps children with Cerebral palsy walk and play

Children with Cerebral Palsy have more energy to play and be physically active for longer, thanks to specially designed orthotics. AFOs for kids with cerebral palsy improve stability. Pinterest photo Staffordshire University 9 June … READ MORE

Protective antibodies identified for rare, polio-like disease in children

Antibodies for respiratory virus that can cause a rare polio-like disease that causes paralysis in children have been identified by a team of researchers at Purdue University, Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the University of … READ MORE

Child care after the pandemic should be more inclusive of children with disabilities

When child-care centres reopen, they should consider the needs of children with disabilities. Across Canada, some provinces have either opened or are looking at opening their child-care centres again following pandemic closures. But … READ MORE

CPAA Virtual programs expanded online in July 2020 – Register FREE

Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… virtually anywhere! Register Now – FREE. Simply add the programs that you’d like to participate in to your cart and you’ll be sent a … READ MORE

I’m scared: parents of children with disability struggle to get the basics during coronavirus

COVID-19 has had a significant impact on all Australians, but there are very good reasons why the impact might be more keenly felt by people with disability and their carers. More than isolated: The experience of children and young … READ MORE

No physio, no socializing: Kids with special needs face new challenges during COVID-19

Youth with special needs miss friends but also many services they receive at school. Christopher Craig swims with his son Cameron Armstrong-Craig on a family vacation last summer. Submitted by Christopher Craig Shari Okeke, CBC News … READ MORE

2020 Adapted bike program is OPEN – Cerebral Palsy Kids & Families

Our 2020 Adapted Bike Program is OPEN. We are working on one-on-one curbside appointments. See HOW IT WORKS. Registration now open. Space is limited. Bikes are loaned on a first come/first served basis. Braceworks has provided The CP … READ MORE

Imagining grasping may help restore hand function in spastic CP children

Children with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy (CP) have a preserved ability to imagine grasping with both hands, according to a new study. Recognise Apps for iOS in the  Apple App Store and for Android in ▶︎ Google … READ MORE

Cases of children with rare inflammatory syndrome spike in Italy and France

Doctors in France and northern Italy, one of the areas hardest hit by the new coronavirus, have reported spikes in cases of a rare inflammatory syndrome in young children that appears similar to one reported in the United States, … READ MORE

Kids with disabilities face health risks and marginalization under COVID-19

COVID-19 has been disruptive to all families, a McMaster University professor says, but the effects of school closures, medical equipment shortages and social distancing are further amplified for families of children with … READ MORE

3 Easy steps to prevent and treat flat head syndrome

By Nurse Nat, June 24, 2019 ▽ Table of contents What is flat head syndrome? SIDS Should I be concerned about plagiocephaly? Treatment and management How we fixed our baby’s flat spot with 3 easy steps 1. Repositioning 2. Lots of … READ MORE

Are you worried your baby’s head has a flat area on it?

Have you noticed they always prefer to look or sleep with their head in one direction, or keep their head tilted to one side? Orthomerica STARband If you are in the Calgary, Alberta area and feel your baby would benefit from an … READ MORE

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