Gait analysis no better than ‘usual care’ in children with CP, study says Individually tailored gait analysis interventions are not better than “usual … READ MORE
Recruiting participants for the Cerebral Palsy Cohort Study Interested in a 3D video of you and your siblings or friends walking? Learn how … 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
After treatment, changes in motor capacity in CP children do not necessarily predict their performance in daily life After an intensive treatment period, changes in motor capacity in children with … READ MORE
Autism linked to between-limb asymmetries across the gait cycle Recent findings from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), add to a growing … 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
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
New insights: Improving function, independence and quality of life of individuals with cerebral palsy Experts from across the world share new research and highlight developments in … 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
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
Custom built skateboard rig for kids with CP and other disabilities Steven Pinto and Daniel Paniagua of Studio Neuro work to ensure that children (and … 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
Meet the world’s first CrossFit trainer with cerebral palsy How CrossFitter Steph Hammerman Became Nike’s First Adaptive Training Sponsored … READ MORE
Young man with CP to attend prestigious theatre school Although he has what he describes as “a very mild case of cerebral palsy,” he … READ MORE
Emergency pediatric space opens at Calgary’s South Health Campus ‘This will be a comforting space where children and parents can come for … READ MORE
CPAA 2019 Life Without Limits Challenge in Calgary and Edmonton Cash has been participating in Challenge since he was 2 ½ ! “This event … 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
Children’s toe walking not a sign of bigger problems More than half of young children who toe walk will stop doing so on their own by … 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
Parents say they can’t afford their disabled children under N.L. health system Many families don’t qualify for coverage for costly special equipment and … 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
Drake Music Project scheme hits right note in helping disabled children One Newry youngster whose life has benefited from being able to take part in a music … READ MORE
No obstacle too big for this middle-school student with cerebral palsy Katie Brennan was born about a month early, but other than that, her mother Annette … READ MORE
South Health Campus to open pediatric emergency care space The South Health Campus is a big step closer to opening a pediatric emergency care … READ MORE
Rehabilitation and cerebral palsy Frequent re-evaluation of orthotic devices is important because children quickly … READ MORE
Transitions: Helping kids make the leap to adult care In healthcare, transition refers to planning for and making the move from child to … READ MORE
Adapted Sport and Recreation Summer Camps 2019 – University of Calgary Come discover your abilities! Explore a variety of adapted sport, recreation and … 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