Switch Control changed my world
I can’t tell you how thrilled I was to independently send my wife a text for the … READ MORE
Assistive technology
Self-care and improved mobility
DIY tools TalkBox and SenseBox help people with disabilities to communicate
The new devices, developed by a collaborative team based in the US, Canada, and … READ MORE
CP patients wear AFOs less than prescribed
An open-access study, published in Rehabilitation Research and Practice, … READ MORE
New smartphone app gives Albertans access to virtual health care during COVID-19 pandemic
Babylon mobile app allows you to check symptoms, consult with doctors. Using … READ MORE
AFO effects on gastrocnemius underscore heterogeneity of CP
Variations call for adjustable devices. We can hopefully create devices in the … READ MORE
Orthotics in Cerebral Palsy – Physiopedia
Surestep birthday party. Physiopedia UK November 6, 2019 An orthosis by definition, … READ MORE
Back to eye-level: Trike gives Edmonton woman new perspective on mobility
‘You’re perceived completely differently. You’re standing up. … READ MORE
‘It scares me:’ Adults with disabilities still waiting decades for supportive housing
Recent report calls wait list ‘deeply disturbing.’ LeeAnn Poisson, left, … READ MORE
Recreation and Leisure Resource Fair – March 7, 2020
Event is FREE and open to all families. The purpose of the Recreation and Leisure … READ MORE
New elevator at St. Stephen School opens up whole new world for students with mobility issues
‘Everybody should get a chance to go upstairs.’ Students at St. … READ MORE
FREE! Adaptive Sports Program
WinSport has designed a fully inclusive, multi-sport program for ALL regardless of … READ MORE
Altered composition, structure of muscles linked to stiffness, movement limits in CP children
Muscle composition and structure is altered in children with cerebral palsy — with … READ MORE
Disability progression in multiple sclerosis linked to income, education
Neighbourhood income and education level is associated with risk of disability … READ MORE
Disabled First Nation woman needs all-terrain stroller to get around on reserve
‘She had the biggest smile I’ve ever seen on her.’ Thanks to the … READ MORE
Wanted: Accessible homes for Ontarians of all ages and abilities
Nearly 2 million Ontarians live with some form of disability that affects their … READ MORE
Young woman with cerebral palsy connects with others on a global scale
Teen blog leads to website and in-person meetings for better understanding. Katy … READ MORE
Limited evidence of botox superiority in alleviating muscle tightness in children with CP
A review found limited evidence that botox outperforms other forms of treatment in … READ MORE
Early orthotic intervention in pediatric patients, Part 1: Cerebral palsy
Children with cerebral palsy (CP) typically encounter a host of gait- and … READ MORE
Alberta nurses have ‘grave concerns’ with rollout of Connect Care
A new electronic system that will eventually be used across all Alberta Health … READ MORE
Exercising at home improves walking ability in children with CP
A structured home-based exercise program can improve walking ability in children … READ MORE
I’m learning to accept the benefits of my mobility aids
I recently read an article in the Virginia Journal of Education that made me think … READ MORE
Spaces should be better designed for people with disabilities, says Ross Atkin
Streets need to be designed to consider people with disabilities, says Emerging … READ MORE
‘It’s a grind’: Paralyzed Humboldt Broncos goaltender seeing slow progress
Jacob Wassermann seriously injured in bus crash that killed 16 people. Humboldt … READ MORE
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
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
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
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
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
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