Primary Care and Rehab

Continuity of care

Spine conditioning program

This spine conditioning program should be continued for 4 to 6 weeks, unless otherwise specified by your doctor or physical therapist. After your recovery, these exercises can be continued as a maintenance program for lifelong … READ MORE

Controlling drop foot: beyond standard AFOs

The basic goal of orthotic management is to improve toe clearance during swing and provide stability during stance, but new technologies—from energy-storing composites to functional electrical stimulation—do much more. By Jeremy … READ MORE

Youth in transition to adult care

Family and Community Resource Centre FCRC at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. At Alberta Children’s Hospital, we say goodbye to hundreds of youth each year, as they turn 18 and transition to adult medical care. If you’re … READ MORE

Corrective chest surgery changed my life

Pectus excavatum surgery was the most painful experience of my life, but the self-confidence I gained made it worth it. Playing in the surf. Porto Covo, Portugal. Wikimedia Commons Tears rushed down my face as I looked at my … READ MORE

‘Rowing’ wheelchair is a moving experience

Pedro tests a self-powered, ‘rowing’ wheelchair that lets him paddle to move forward and backward. Watching, from left, are his sister and mother, Shriners surgeon Gloria Gogola, Rice Professor Ann Saterbak and Shriners … READ MORE

The upper limb in primary care

Upper limb in primary care, Part 2 Wrist, hand – joint, soft tissue and neurological disorders. There is increasing focus on GPs reducing the number of referrals that they make to secondary care. Wrist and hand disorders are a … READ MORE

The approach to the patient presenting with multiple joint pain

Upper limb in primary care, Part 1 Upper and lower arm, elbow. Patients present to their GP with symptoms rather than diseases, and often it takes time for musculoskeletal problems to evolve into a recognisable form. The challenge for … READ MORE

Introduction to musculoskeletal assessment

A guide for medical students and healthcare professionals. Musculoskeletal disorders are the commonest cause of disability in the UK. Each year 15 per cent of patients on a general practitioner’s list will consult their doctor with … READ MORE

New MS treatment could be too pricey

A new multiple sclerosis treatment capable of halting the disease’s advancement for 10 years is being reviewed by government to determine if it’ll receive B.C. PharmaCare coverage. A multiple sclerosis patient is seen with her … READ MORE

Ankle foot orthosis, AFO

The strength and stability of a person’s body is of paramount concern for individuals with Cerebral Palsy; the more stable a body is, the better a person can ambulate and complete tasks both big and small. Orthotic devices worn on … READ MORE

How to transition from pediatric to young adult rehabilitation

The Young Adult Rehabilitation Clinic is located at the Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre. HamIstolen photography The program provides physical medicine and rehabilitation provided by Physiatrists for youth with disabilities including … READ MORE

Hip and Knee Referral Template

Referring physicians must use the provincially endorsed Alberta Bone and Joint Clinical Network Hip and Knee Referral template for all hip and knee replacement patients. Include with each completed referral form a relevant history or … READ MORE

When your child has arthritis

The best care for your child is a combination of medicines (drug treatments) and an active exercise programme. Visit Arthritis Research … READ MORE

Hip replacement surgery

If you’re thinking about having hip replacement surgery you’ll probably have lots of questions on your mind. In this booklet we’ll explain when hip replacement might be needed and what you can expect from surgery. To help you in … READ MORE

Osgood-Schlatter disease (knee pain)

OrthoInfo, Last Reviewed August 2020 Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common cause of knee pain in growing adolescents. It is an inflammation of the area just below the knee where the tendon from the kneecap (patellar tendon) attaches to … READ MORE

Core skills in musculoskeletal care for clinicians

Each year 20% of the general population consult a GP with a musculoskeletal problem such as arthritis. Despite these conditions contributing a significant part of a GP’s workload many GP Specialist Trainees (GPST) currently do not … READ MORE

Gordon Townsend School, Alberta Children’s Hospital

Dr. Gordon Townsend School is a unique scholastic setting in the Alberta Children’s Hospital. The student population is comprised of young people aged 5-19. These students are continuously admitted and discharged for their … READ MORE

C. H. Riddell Family Movement Assessment Centre, Alberta Children’s Hospital

Movement abnormalities in children and adults are analyzed with advanced motion capture technology to aid clinicians with treatment decisions for patients with neurological diagnoses. This facility provides a range of healthcare … 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

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

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

Engineering students rise to challenge with wheelchair assist device

Students from the Schulich School of Engineering addressed a common issue faced by wheelchair users as their final project before graduating — and in the process were recognized at the 2015 Capstone Design Fair. University of … 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

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

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