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For years, the poet and author tried to keep her cerebral palsy secret, until
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Health Canada has approved Dysport (abobotulinumtoxinA) for the treatment of leg
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Most early anomalies in a child’s gait will work themselves out, says Dr.
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Spastic CP means the muscles are tense and tight. This occurs because the brain is
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For one girl dreaming of a career in policing, a day spent with Calgary police
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With public programs stretched, some parents are turning to private therapies to
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Cliff Barr has no illusions about how his life is going to end but he still has
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Modified vehicles offer independence to children, hope to parents. Khyla Buium, a
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Christmas has come early, with the help of British Airways and Charlbury-based
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Elham Albakar and her family came to Canada in 2015 after fleeing conflict in
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Canada has the highest rate of multiple sclerosis in the world. In 2009, Italian
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“I’d drive 1,000 miles for an experience like this.” Harrison Markin, 6 yrs,
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More than one injection of botulinum toxin A in children with cerebral palsy (CP)
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Motion-based lab technology can help physical therapists, clinicians and athletic
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Randomized clinical trial shows improved motor function in children infused with own
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New study shows genetic variations are a factor in 20 per cent of hemiplegic CP
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Playing a video game that rewards participants for holding various “ninja” poses
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It’s a looming five-year anniversary Kamila Kitzul is loath to ponder. On Dec. 12,
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Brett Smith, 14, plays volleyball, floor hockey, table tennis and softball.
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Among children with cerebral palsy, 42% have not received any common spasticity
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Custom bikes make cycling dreams come true. Jerzee Wasylnuk’s mobility was
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It might not surprise that good relationships create good outcomes, as meaningful
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Many people wouldn’t expect footwear to be a big concern for people who can’t
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Half of those diagnosed with cerebral palsy have been prescribed standard AFOs to
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Taking Strides is a student-run, non-profit initiative which aims to promote and
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A vibration-based therapy trial in Auckland could help young people with cerebral
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Not just parks but also streetside trees and lawns could have health benefits, study
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UAlberta research gives new insight into healthy brain development. Recent research
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“Sometimes I forget that I have cerebral palsy.” Lucy Meyer is an
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Finding fun outside of the home can be difficult for children with special needs and
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