Custom orthotics no better than cheaper insoles for people with heel pain, study suggests
New research out of Europe suggests custom foot orthotics might be a waste of money. … READ MORE
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A young woman, a wheelchair and the fight to take her place at Stanford
Throughout her young life, Sylvia Colt-Lacayo has been told her disability didn’t … READ MORE
Ultrasound app would allow expert analysis of medical images from anywhere
“21st-century stethoscope” uses portable ultrasound and computer analysis to … READ MORE
U of A lab developing wearable technology to prevent athletic injuries
Top student from China lends programming expertise to develop sensors and 3D avatar. … READ MORE
Class of 2019: Design grad takes deep dive into sustainable shoe design
Kristine Vodon successfully blends academic and athletic in her wakeskate shoe … READ MORE
Register for CP Association 2019 Fall Programs in Calgary
Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta offers programs to people with cerebral palsy … READ MORE
15th Annual Calgary Resource Fair for youth and young adults with disabilities
Family Supports for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) and the Calgary Resource Fair … READ MORE
Alberta disability program forum slammed as a delay tactic by opposition NDP
‘There are thousands of people whose lives are impacted by this stall.’ … READ MORE
Is joint replacement surgery necessary?
Non-surgical and minimally invasive surgical options for deteriorating joints may … READ MORE
My story in a nutshell, Part 1
Hello, my name is Reo Kobayashi. I am a new cerebral palsy (CP) columnist here at … READ MORE
Exercise helps prevent cartilage damage caused by arthritis
Exercise helps to prevent the degradation of cartilage caused by osteoarthritis, … READ MORE
Slower walking speed may predict future mobility problems
Being able to walk outside for several blocks at a leisurely pace plays an important … READ MORE
Children’s toe walking not a sign of bigger problems
More than half of young children who toe walk will stop doing so on their own by … READ MORE
The child who inspired Andiamo – London’s most exciting tech firm
The agony suffered by Diamo Parvez motivated parents Samiya and Naveed to alleviate … READ MORE
Parents say they can’t afford their disabled children under N.L. health system
Many families don’t qualify for coverage for costly special equipment and … READ MORE
Robotic walker may help young people be more social and physically fit
“Robotics holds great hope for individuals with CP where mobility options are … READ MORE
An example of why patients need to control all their health and social care records
This blog is suffused with conflict of interest, but I hope that you’ll agree that … READ MORE
Gait and balance dysfunction in older adults: Challenges and interventions
Falls are a significant—yet preventable—health issue among older adults. Each … READ MORE
Heather Curilla BSc PT, Physiotherapy Consultant – Redcord Calgary
Redcord is a multi-suspension exercise system used to activate and strengthen the … READ MORE
Babies with position-related head deformities need specialist evaluation and conservative treatment
Editor calls for ‘new directions’ in deformational plagiocephaly … READ MORE
We should care more about caregivers
Caregivers in Canada need more support It’s time to strengthen support for the … READ MORE
I wrote the book on user-friendly design. What I see today horrifies me
The world is designed against the elderly, writes Don Norman, 83-year-old author of … READ MORE
Revolutionary orthotics help London para-throwers with Tokyo training
Two para-throwers with their eyes firmly set on representing GB at the Tokyo … READ MORE
Access for disabled travelers finally on airlines’ radar
The world’s airlines have adopted a resolution that puts improving travel for … READ MORE
New air passenger protections kick in today
Bob Brown, a disability rights advocate who is quadriplegic, says the rules reduce … READ MORE
Drake Music Project scheme hits right note in helping disabled children
One Newry youngster whose life has benefited from being able to take part in a music … READ MORE
New clues to the origin and progression of multiple sclerosis
Mapping of a certain group of cells, known as oligodendrocytes, in the central … READ MORE
Baby helmet therapy tips and advice
When I learned of our baby’s craniosynostosis diagnosis, and that I wanted to push … READ MORE
Apple opens iPhone EHR features to all healthcare organizations
Apple has announced that it will allow any US healthcare organization with a … READ MORE
How ‘tummy time’ factors into container baby syndrome – what primary care providers need to know
Some of the most commonly used devices for infants — car seats, swings, bouncy … READ MORE
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