Lower limb

Intensive physical therapy helps preserve motor skills in children with CP

Children with cerebral palsy may benefit significantly over the long-term from intensive physical training that prevents deterioration of their motor skills. Shriners Hospitals for Children in Springfield, Mass Alice Melão, Cerebral … READ MORE

Zimmer Biomet and Apple launch major clinical study detailing patient experience and improving joint replacement journey

Clinical study utilizes the Zimmer Biomet mymobility™ app on Apple Watch and iPhone to guide patients through pre- and post-op care. Art Salzfass, 83, and Rhona Lishinsky, 67, test the Apple Watch Series 4. Geoffrey A. Fowler, … READ MORE

What to expect from knee surgery rehabilitation

A person may have knee surgery to treat pain in the joint due to an injury, such as torn cartilage or a torn ligament. It can also treat other conditions, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and post-traumatic arthritis. … READ MORE

Updated evidence on the efficacy of AFOs in children with cerebral palsy

Summary. The good news is that AFOs appear to provide clinical benefits in the management of CP. The bad news is that these benefits are modest relative to the gait deficits experienced by this population, and global indices of gait … READ MORE

Science and sociology of footwear

The design and construction of footwear is constantly evolving in order to maximise its role of providing protection for the external environment, accommodate bony and soft tissue problems and assist in the biomechanical function of … READ MORE

Ankle-foot orthoses and functional electrical stimulation for foot drop in MS

Assistive ambulation devices for the ankle can bolster walking speed and safety and lessen the risk of injury to the joint. But which of 2 technologies is best for your patient? An FES device can help some people with foot drop walk … READ MORE

Innovative approach to improve walking in children with CP

The National Institutes of Health has awarded a $2.5 million translational research grant over five years to Noelle Moreau, PhD PT, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy at LSU Health New Orleans School of Allied Health Professions, … READ MORE

Children should spend more time barefoot to encourage a healthier foot structure

Humans have gone unshod for millions of years; it is only in the last few centuries that people have started wearing shoes. However, a recent survey shows that shoe wearing among young boys isn’t universal. German children and … READ MORE

‘P-rouette’ is a 3D-printed ballet shoe designed to reduce pain

Bezalel Academy of Art and Design graduate Hadar Neeman has created personalised ballet shoes using 3D-printing technology to reduce dancer’s pain. The reimagined ballet shoe is adapted to fit the user’s foot, providing … READ MORE

Streamline digital workflow for 3D printed ankle-foot orthotics, AFOs

The University of Michigan CYBER Team combines cloud-based designs and Stratasys FDM technology to address the challenges in the orthotics design methodology for 3D printing durability, material strength, system integration, and … READ MORE

New telemedicine exercise therapy

Rehabilitation in your own living room: Hip- and knee-joint patients could soon benefit from new telemedical exercise therapy. Its effectiveness has been proven. The product should be available on the market in 2019. Fraunhofer FOKUS … READ MORE

Student with cerebral palsy runs in final track-and-field meet

The 13-year-old will be starting high school in September. Brody Daigneau, a grade 8 student from St. John the Evangelist Catholic Elementary School, ran the 800-metre event at the school’s track-and-field event Wednesday. … READ MORE

Patients with anterior knee pain helped by physiotherapy

Patellofemoral Update focuses on the causes, prevention and treatment of patellofemoral disorders. The blog is sponsored by The Patellofemoral Foundation whose mission is to improve the care of individuals with anterior knee pain … READ MORE

AFO designed for wounded soldiers now helping civilians regain mobility

A device developed to help U.S. soldiers with lower limb injuries regain their mobility is now helping civilians too — albeit with a hefty price tag. Jennie Jackson suffers from club feet and was facing amputation when she … READ MORE

New 3D imaging approach could lead to improved arthritis treatment

An algorithm to monitor the joints of patients with arthritis, which could change the way that the severity of the condition is assessed, has been developed by a team of engineers, physicians and radiologists led by the University of … READ MORE

High-flying young doctor overcomes stroke that grounded him

Flying at 35,000 feet at the start of a trip from their Chicago home to Hawaii to celebrate the upcoming birth of their first child, Dave Levy woke his sleeping wife and said, “Does my right eye look weird?” After … READ MORE

Play ball! Special needs baseball program expanding in Edmonton area

90 kids playing Challenger Baseball in Spruce Grove, St. Albert and Sherwood Park. A player gets in his stance to hit the ball during a Challenger baseball game on Monday night. Roberta Bell CBC Roberta Bell, CBC News Edmonton June … READ MORE

How music helps rehab patients learn to move again

‘Music is part of the most complex auditory language the brain ever invented.’ Music therapist Jennifer Buchanan works with post-stroke patient Alan Hubbard at the Association for the Rehabilitation of the Brain Injured in … READ MORE

Father helps son with cerebral palsy walk with custom 3D printed orthosis

Around the world, over 17 million people have limited control of their bodies due to cerebral palsy (CP). A diagnosis of CP can be terrifying for new parents, as they wonder whether their child will ever sit, stand, walk, feed … READ MORE

CPAA 2018 summer program registration now open in Calgary and Edmonton

The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta (CPAA) offers programs to people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities that provide essential social interaction and healthy activities in nurturing environments. Register for summer … READ MORE

Join us for the 1st Annual CPAA – Kyle Miller Golf Without Limits Tournament

This Texas Scramble Tournament will take place at the picturesque McKenzie Meadows Golf Club with a shotgun start at 1pm complete with exciting challenges and prizes along the way including a $15,000 Hole In One cash prize sponsored … READ MORE

Early physical therapy benefits low-back pain patients

Patients with low-back pain are better off seeing a physical therapist first, according to a study of 150,000 insurance claims. Analysis of 150K insurance claims shows health, cost upsides of starting care with a PT. About 80 percent … READ MORE

Leg exercise is critical to brain and nervous system health

In a new take on the exercise truism ‘use it or lose it,’ researchers show neurological health is an interactive relationship with our muscles and our world. MabelAmber Pixabay CC0 Frontiers in Neuroscience, Science Daily … READ MORE

Update: Orthotic care and physical therapy for DMD

Lower extremity interventions can help boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) stay ambulatory for years—and improve outcomes in the condition’s non-ambulatory phase. Devices can address contractures and other issues, while … READ MORE

Sports and joint replacement: Patient perspective should be our priority

As the population ages, the number of joint replacement surgeries has increased exponentially. In the past, patient perceptions regarding the ability to return to high levels of activity and sports after joint replacement were often … READ MORE

This marathoner with cerebral palsy just got the Nike hookup

On Sunday, Justin Gallegos, who has Cerebral Palsy, completed a half marathon. Nike helped him create his dream shoe. Justin Gallegos. Jordan Beckett Photo courtesy of Nike By Elizabeth Segran, Fast Company May 1, 2018 As a high … READ MORE

Breakthrough for SF State kinesiologists studying metabolic protein

New technique could help improve treatment for diabetes and obesity. Assistant Professor of Kinesiology Jimmy Bagley and Irene Tobias, a postdoctoral researcher at CSU Fullerton, analyze muscle fibers. Andy Galpin CSU Fullerton By … READ MORE

Future wearable device could tell how we power human movement

For athletes and weekend warriors alike, returning from a tendon injury too soon often ensures a trip right back to physical therapy. However, a new technology developed by University of Wisconsin–Madison engineers could one day … READ MORE

It’s limitless: Paralyzed toddler moves from homemade wheelchair to treadmill

‘She’s going to take on the world and it’s awesome’ Evelyn Moore is hooked up to her dad Brad Moore as they take part in a walking exercise at the ReYu Paralysis Recovery Centre in Edmonton. The Canadian Press … READ MORE

Calgary doctor, entrepreneur scores finalist spot in international innovation competition

Dr. Breanne Everett makes smart shoes that can prevent injuries to diabetics’ feet. Dr. Breanne Everett shares her pitch for Orpyx at the Pitch@Palace boot camp at Facebook London on Friday. Pitch@Palace Facebook Sarah … READ MORE

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