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Skin care issues related to orthotic device wear

Modern orthotic devices are designed to fit more intimately than in the past, a development that allows for more effective biomechanical correction. But this evolution has also led to an increase in the incidence of lower extremity … READ MORE

CP Alberta summer program highlights 2016

Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta, CPAA programs for adults and children. Calgary highlights. Adult programs in Calgary offer participants encouraging creativity and socialization activities. Art FUNdamentals and Music Therapy … READ MORE

Bad news for creaky knees: We can’t regrow cartilage as adults

The fallout from nuclear bomb testing decades ago is now helping researchers better understand knee joints. By tracking radioactive carbon absorbed in knees, a team of Danish researchers has found that the structure of cartilage is … READ MORE

Architect with ALS designs a residence he can control with just blinks

Steve Saling, an architect and engineer with ALS, helped design features of the Leonard Florence Center, Dapper McDonald ALS Residence, intended to preserve the independence of those with ALS, where he is a resident. Josh Reynolds for … READ MORE

The horse is the therapist

With hippotherapy, the horse provides the therapy. Three-year-old Jack Foster sat on his mother’s lap as she wrapped a towel carefully around his neck. “Jack has cerebral palsy and low muscle tone,” said his mother, Emily … READ MORE

As walking movement grows, neighbourhood walkability gains attention

Come join us at our next Walk with a Doc! Location: Confederation Park, Calgary Walk Information: We walk on the 2nd Friday of Every Month! at 8:50 am To Register, please call Sandi Gowriluk 403-284-3726 ext. 206 David Sabgi MD, … READ MORE

When doctors have conflicts of interest

My mother-in-law is an impressive woman. At the age of 77, she still maintains a garden the size of my entire backyard, on the three acres of land she and my father-in-law, now 81, share in rural western Pennsylvania. Dave Mosher … READ MORE

Soccer shoe bending stiffness significantly alters game-specific physiology

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of soccer shoes with differing bending stiffness on physiological and performance variables in a game-like situation using a continuous field-based work protocol (the … READ MORE

The best walking and running shoes for osteoarthritis of the knee

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease and is the most common chronic condition of the joints. Stability and neutral are the two main types of athletic shoe. Photo Credit https://captaincreps.com by Brian Wu, Reviewed by … READ MORE

Meet the new wave of wearables: stretchable electronics

Scientists have figured out how to make electronics as pliable as a temporary tattoo—meaning the next big tech platform may be your skin. Second skin: Patches that measure electrical activity in the heart, brain and muscles — such … READ MORE

Apple store welcomes YouTube sensation Christopher Hills with assistive tech

At just 18 years old, Christopher Hills is already a YouTube sensation and master video producer and editor. The Sunshine Coast teenager – who likes Doctor Who, Marvel movies and Star Wars but is most passionate about aviation … READ MORE

Osteoarthritis prevalence and modifiable factors

The prevalence of hand, knee, or hip joint OA has increased from 21 million in 1995 to an estimated 27 million among adults in the United States. Such increases are likely due to aging of the population and the rising prevalence of … READ MORE

$54.5M gift creates a brighter future for children and women

Largest single donation to the University of Alberta means better health outcomes. The sound of footsteps ascending the stairs heralds six-year-old triplets David, Ryan and Liam Ennis. They spill into the living room laughing and … READ MORE

Arthritis of the knee: Ten exercises

Arthritis is a condition where the joints become swollen, hot, and often painful. One joint that is commonly affected by arthritis is the knee, the largest joint in the body. by Brian Wu, Reviewed by William Morrison MD, Medical News … READ MORE

Canada spends over $400 million on medicine that harms seniors

Canada spends more than $400 million annually on drugs prescribed to seniors even though the medicines should be avoided for older patients, according to new UBC research. PEI doctor warns about dangers of over-medication. Dr. Roland … READ MORE

Showing your shoe smarts

Ladies, there is a reason certain grandmas wear the shoes they do: comfort. There are many over-the-counter options for orthotics, so it does take a little experimentation to find the right one. Once you’ve tried a few (soft, … READ MORE

Relief for joints besieged by arthritis

If you live long enough — that is, beyond 50 or 60 — chances are one or more of your joints, probably your knees or hips, will become arthritic. And if pain or stiffness begin to seriously limit your ability to enjoy life and … READ MORE

Knee pain and how orthotics can help

Improve Mobility. Stay Healthy. Many of us suffer from chronic pain in the knees, hips or lower back. Often, there is a connection between these complaints and the way you walk. This article sheds more light on knee pain and in … READ MORE

New Canadian 24-hour movement guidelines for children and youth

The world’s first evidence-based guidelines to address the whole day. The Healthy Active Living and Obesity Research Group, HALO NRC Research Press, EurekAlert! June 16, 2016 The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) … READ MORE

A closer look at the world’s first consumer 3D-printed wheelchair

Earlier this month, we got our first peak at concept images of the GO wheelchair from Layer Design – a stylish-looking product that’s designed to be tailored to each individual user. Now, the company has provided a detailed … READ MORE

Here’s what might be happening to your feet when you run in shoes

Study tracking runners’ steps found sneakers make certain muscles work harder. For decades, avid runners and casual joggers have had their ups and downs with the running shoe. Some argue that the shoes’ spongy soles help us bound … READ MORE

Apparel causes additional barriers for people with disability

Study highlights need for affordable, accessible adaptive clothing. Clothing in the U.S. is a multi-billion dollar industry, but for the millions of Americans [and those of us in Canada] with disabilities and their families, a lack of … READ MORE

Walk your way to fitness this summer

Orthopaedic surgeons say safe walking practices can boost bone health. Don’t underestimate the benefits of walking. With the availability of various fitness fads and gym memberships, walking as a form of exercise is often … READ MORE

Quality of physiotherapist led orthopaedic triage compared with standard practice in primary care

Physiotherapist-led orthopaedic triage, where physiotherapists diagnose and determine management plans, aims to enhance effectiveness and provide the best care. However, scientific evidence for the effectiveness of this model of care … READ MORE

Weight affects foot loading, peak pressure even in young kids

Weight loss may improve function. Overweight and obese children present with higher overall foot loading and a disproportional impact on the midfoot and longitudinal arch, with those as young as 1 or 2 years of age affected, according … READ MORE

Motor skills will not develop fully without opportunities to practice

Knowing that motor skills will not develop to their full potential without opportunities to practice in environments that are stimulating and supportive, we evaluated the effect of a physical activity (PA)-based intervention targeting … READ MORE

Gender, gait and knee OA: Kinematic data have rehab implications

In the moment: Rehabilitation.. Women with and without knee osteoarthritis (OA) demonstrate greater knee abduction and hip adduction during gait than their male counterparts, according to research from Canada that supports the … READ MORE

Walking study in CP highlights need for tailored orthotic prescription

Effects of AFOs on distance, speed vary.. A recent study demonstrates the importance of personalizing prescriptions for ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) in children with cerebral palsy, rather than applying group data to individuals. … READ MORE

Akira and the rise of telemedicine in Canada

“…an international health policy study in 2010… showed that Canada had the lowest rate for availability of same-day appointments at 45 per cent and the highest rate of people who had to wait six days or more for an … READ MORE

Do orthotics for foot injuries really work?

As baby boomers age and continue to participate in sports, more and more are suffering from foot injuries, such as plantar fasciitis and hallux valgus. And researchers have proposed the inserts as treatments for back, hip, knee and … READ MORE

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