Should I stop running if my knee hurts?
The most common site for pain in recreational runners is the knee. For some, … READ MORE
Biomechanics
Human movement science
Humans have salamander-like ability to regrow cartilage in joints
The process could be harnessed as a treatment for osteoarthritis. “We believe that … READ MORE
Pectus carinatum patients report high satisfaction with bracing
In a study of patient experiences and satisfaction with dynamic compression bracing … READ MORE
Patient-reported efficacy of the UCSF custom Pectus carinatum orthosis
Chrysta Irolla MS MSPO CPO is a recipient of the 2021 Howard R. Thranhardt Award … READ MORE
UCSF Pectus carinatum orthosis: A pilot study
Originally presented in 1996, in memory of O&P education pioneer Howard R. … READ MORE
SFU researchers working to improve quality of life for seniors in long-term care
The team looked at how to better protect older adults from hip fractures caused by … READ MORE
Physical activity of older people requires tailored monitoring
The ability to move about may deteriorate when ageing, a phenomenon which needs to … READ MORE
Kids’ physical activity before age 5 matters so much because of the developing brain
Both when planning family activities and choosing a child care provider, parents … READ MORE
Pectus carinatum: The other deformational molding orthosis
There are two predominant types of congenital chest wall deformities. Pectus … READ MORE
Specialized sports chairs and the people who use them
Wheelchair court sports are a blast. And modern sports chairs are built to be faster … READ MORE
Putting the spring-cam back into stroke patients steps
A research group has developed a new, lightweight and motor-less device that can be … READ MORE
Suffering from bad knees, some look for alternatives to surgery
The burning in his kneecaps was what Richard Bedard noticed first. Then came the … READ MORE
AFO breakthrough helps children with Cerebral palsy walk and play
Children with Cerebral Palsy have more energy to play and be physically active for … READ MORE
New wheelchair design: a hand gear for better ergonomics
Using biomedical modelling, researchers at TU Wien have developed a completely new … READ MORE
University of Barcelona researchers describe a new anatomic structure in the ankle
This ligament complex would explain chronic pain after an ankle sprain. The superior … READ MORE
First glimpse of body’s steering wheel joint sparks hope
For the first time, scientists have found a way to reveal the mechanics of the human … READ MORE
Software recreates complex movements for medical, rehabilitation, and basic research
An open-source movement simulator that has already helped solve problems in … READ MORE
UBC Okanagan research shows strength training is effective
Physical exercise may not be top of mind for older adults during the COVID-19 … READ MORE
Keep your bones strong at every age
Falling may be painful, especially if the landing is less than graceful. Even a few … READ MORE
Foot rotation during gait in patients with knee OA
Rotating the foot in or out during gait is associated with significant decreases in … READ MORE
New studies refute claims of fall prevention with AFO bracing
In 2011, a new custom ankle foot orthotic (AFO) brace, herein referred to as the … READ MORE
Strenuous exercise is safe for people at high risk of knee OA
People at high risk for knee osteoarthritis (OA) may be reluctant to participate in … READ MORE
Walking slower and pausing for rest may enable older adults to maintain outdoor mobility
When functional ability declines, changing the way of walking by, for instance, … READ MORE
Study dispels myth of exercise damage in the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee
“The belief that exercise is harmful for cartilage is based on misinformation … READ MORE
Meniscal damage predicts development of accelerated knee osteoarthritis
Study data published in Arthritis Rheumatology suggest that destabilizing meniscal … READ MORE
CP patients wear AFOs less than prescribed
An open-access study, published in Rehabilitation Research and Practice, … 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
Power training helps children with CP meet mobility goals
A power-training program aimed at improving the function of children with cerebral … READ MORE
The hazard of misunderstanding knee OA
What we understand about our illness has implications for how we go about addressing … READ MORE
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