Canada’s Smeenk, Gingras, Papaconstantinou race to Para athletics worlds medals Fellow Canadian Anthony Bouchard to compete in finals later Thursday. Canada’s … READ MORE
Equine-facilitated therapy improved the functioning of patients with low back pain Patients with chronic low back pain may benefit from equine-facilitated therapy … READ MORE
Surgery for torn meniscus still too often unnecessarily performed Researchers find no subgroups that benefit from surgery. A surgery for a torn … READ MORE
Adaptability Store – Special needs products AdaptAbility provides children, adults and caregivers of people with diverse & … READ MORE
Functional outcome measures show faster recovery with ‘partial’ versus total knee arthroplasty For selected patients with knee osteoarthritis, unicompartmental (or … READ MORE
The future is disabled We need to take steps toward a more inclusive future—one that we all can inhabit. … READ MORE
96-year-old runner breaks W95+ world record at Ottawa 5K Rejeanne Fairhead, 96, is getting faster with age. She finished in 51:09, smashing … READ MORE
‘They don’t care about me, mom’: Teen’s scoliosis surgery delayed five times Nathan Gilson’s wait took a mental and physical toll on the entire family. The … READ MORE
Expectations may influence post-knee replacement experiences People with lower expectations of how they would be able to use their knees during … READ MORE
DSAA Summer Fundraising Kickoff David Cormack is organizing this fundraiser to benefit Disabled Sailing Association … READ MORE
Bedside prognostic tool identifies infants at risk for Cerebral palsy This case-control study evaluates a cerebral palsy prognostic tool that can be … READ MORE
AFO wear time affects activity level in children with CP A research study comparing the body functions and structures, activity and … READ MORE
Her daughter couldn’t access the park in a wheelchair, so a Québec mom proposed a solution Park Gorge now offers 3 special wheelchairs for people with reduced mobility. … READ MORE
Soft robotic wearable restores arm function for people with ALS Proof-of-concept device is comfortable, safe, easy to use. This soft robotic … READ MORE
Why doctors still use faxes, and why Ontario aims to phase them out of health care ‘Anyone under the age of 18 might be wondering: what’s a fax? We don’t … READ MORE
Unsinkable: A sailing program that teaches you the ropes If you’re looking to get outside and try a new sport, you might want to take a … READ MORE
Canadian doctors spend millions of hours on unnecessary paperwork each year: report Report says Nova Scotia is leading the way in reducing administrative burden. Dr. … READ MORE
Steadicam inventor turns his attention to mobility aids – with the Zeen Back in the 1970s, Garrett Brown invented the Steadicam, a tool that revolutionized … READ MORE
What causes SIDS? Study suggests genetics may be at play in sudden infant death syndrome The cause of sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS, continues to be a medical … READ MORE
Surgical Solutions Network After hearing from a patient scheduled for a knee replacement at a private facility, … READ MORE
Calgary researchers building one of ‘key centres in the world’ for neurological disorder therapies A new network of health researchers and providers is working to introduce innovative … READ MORE
‘Smart’ walking stick could help visually impaired with groceries, finding a seat Subject tests a ‘smart’ walking stick for people who are blind or … READ MORE
People with disabilities in group homes are suffering shocking abuse. New housing models could prevent harm The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was designed to be a market-based … READ MORE
Disability activists grace cover of British Vogue One of the most recognizable fashion magazines in the world is highlighting notable … READ MORE
Advocates want promise of Alberta accessibility legislation in election platforms Advocates want action on law to remove barriers for people with disabilities. A … READ MORE
Military dogs at Premier Rehab Center do push-ups and yoga ‘Canine tactical athletes’ are flown in from around the world for care. Some … READ MORE
Why mask mandates are lifting in hospitals across Canada Most provinces will no longer require masks in hospitals — but that could change … READ MORE
Study finds programme to prevent cerebral palsy in premature babies is effective A programme to increase the use of magnesium sulfate, a £1 injection that helps … READ MORE
Mobility specialists looking to quit profession Study reveals a third of orthotists working privately and in NHS seek a way out. An … READ MORE
There’s no getting around — Alberta’s lack of accessibility law is my ballot box issue Remove barriers and treat us with dignity, and you’ll untap potential of … READ MORE