How reaching for toys could change Cerebral palsy therapy
A USC researcher is hoping to change the way physical therapists treat infants at … READ MORE
Brain development
From birth to age 5, a child’s brain develops more than at any other time in life
About 14% of cerebral palsy cases may be tied to brain wiring genes
Study confirms genetic link in cerebral palsy. NIH-funded study points to genes that … READ MORE
Video game representation
“Momma, you’ve gotta see this,” my 5-year-old son River says from the living … 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
Remote learning continues in NJ but students with disabilities still falling behind
Samantha Wagensommer has been helping to care for and teach her little brother, … READ MORE
3 Easy steps to prevent and treat flat head syndrome
By Nurse Nat, June 24, 2019 ▽ Table of contents What is flat head syndrome? SIDS … READ MORE
Are you worried your baby’s head has a flat area on it?
Have you noticed they always prefer to look or sleep with their head in one … READ MORE
Understanding flat head syndrome (Plagiocephaly) in babies
Flat head syndrome, or plagiocephaly as the condition is medically known, occurs … READ MORE
Tummy time shown to aid infant development
Research review shows tummy time improves rolling, crawling and other motor … READ MORE
The Truth About Tummy Time
Pediatricians say it’s essential. But is it? I remember many things fondly from … READ MORE
A pediatric epidemic: Deformational plagiocephaly, brachycephaly and congenital muscular torticollis
A pediatric epidemic is sweeping the country. The incidence of infant deformational … READ MORE
Pre-school Resource Fair in Calgary, January 25, 2020
Jennifer Buchanan provides music therapy to a child at Williams Syndrome Association … READ MORE
Southcentre Mall hosts sensory friendly Hallowe’en
For the fourth year in a row, staff at a Calgary mall held a sensory-friendly … READ MORE
Plagiocephaly FAQs – National Association for Plagiocephaly
The National Association for Plagiocephaly. Below are some frequently asked … READ MORE
Our spinal cord is smarter than previously thought
Research shows our spinal cords contribute to sophisticated hand function. Using … READ MORE
Adolescents with cerebral palsy report similar quality of life to their able-bodied peers
“Our results are encouraging. Across 10 different areas of life, adolescents … READ MORE
Canadian study sheds surprising light on the causes of cerebral palsy
Wider use of genetic testing in children with CP should be considered. Dr. Michael … READ MORE
4-year-old Michigan girl with cerebral palsy takes first steps: ‘I’m walking!’
A little girl with cerebral palsy defied doctors’ expectations when she took her … READ MORE
Energy efficiency with AFO use varies in cerebral palsy patients
Longer strides lead to increased work. Ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) are regularly … READ MORE
Cerebral palsy patients test Canadian researchers’ virtual rehabilitation system
Canadian researchers developed an at-home virtual rehabilitation system for people … READ MORE
Taekwondo school offers unique course for people with Down syndrome
Hydra Martial Arts partnered with Calgary Ups and Downs society to start special … READ MORE
How the iPhone and App Store have redefined accessible software
Everyone acknowledges the societal and technological effects the iPhone has had on … READ MORE
Siblings of disabled people know them best. Let’s use their insight
A disabled person’s care is hugely improved if their family and providers … READ MORE
Two-thirds of Albertans with developmental disabilities unemployed
The majority of Albertans with developmental disabilities are not employed, in part, … READ MORE
Disability arts group returns ‘home’ with plans for new campus
Indefinite Arts Centre was forced out of its home when the adjacent Fairview Arena … READ MORE
Kids with cerebral palsy achieve goals at Edmonton ‘brain camp’
At the beginning of “brain camp” each of the eight kids attending set a goal to … READ MORE
Nova Scotia girl with cerebral palsy saves baby brother from drowning
A 9-year-old Nova Scotia girl is being hailed a hero for saving her baby brother … READ MORE
Deep data dive helps researchers predict spastic cerebral palsy
Interdisciplinary team from UD, Nemours and Genome Profiling report new findings in … READ MORE
Edmonton day camp for children with disabilities, chronic illness receives funding boost
‘I’ve always wanted to learn gymnastics and become an athlete.’ A … READ MORE
‘I can’t continue to do this forever’: Families with children aging out of care seek answers
CBC Radio’s Crisis of Care panel brought together concerned families and a … READ MORE
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