In their own words: the frustration, stigma and emotion of walking with MS A major Murdoch University review has found that for many people with multiple … READ MORE
Smartphone photogrammetry for prosthetics and orthotics: accuracy and reliability across upper-limb, lower-limb, and AFO casts Plus Medica AFOs detail. Ottobock, Duderstadt, Germany, acquired a majority stake … READ MORE
Researchers want to know how people with multiple sclerosis might be helped by playing Tetris Researchers are looking for people with multiple sclerosis to be a part of the … READ MORE
Dynamic AFOs may improve gait outcomes in stroke patients A study of patients with post-stroke hemiparesis who used a dynamic ankle-foot … READ MORE
Early multiple sclerosis treatment may lead to less disability Starting treatment for multiple sclerosis soon after first experiencing symptoms of … READ MORE
Accessible skydiving and the guy who made it happen for me On a cold, still morning, camped on a lake, with dawn weak in the sky and autumn … READ MORE
Cionic unveils bionic clothing to assist patients with walking difficulties For those with walking difficulties arising from neurological conditions such as … READ MORE
Mobility is the most important measure of health Cionic Neural Sleeve promises groundbreaking and innovative healthcare product for … READ MORE
Motor imagery improves MS Motor imagery (MI) is a useful tool in the management of multiple sclerosis (MS), … READ MORE
Jason DaSilva’s new film tackles the unpredictability of MS Jason DaSilva’s award-winning film, When I Walk, raised awareness of what it is … READ MORE
Two discus athletes from Alberta headed to Japan for Paralympics preparation It’s Jennifer Brown’s second games and Sarah Mickey’s first time … READ MORE
Standing frame intervention improves life for people with MS John Kendrick, from Sparkwell, near Plymouth, has progressive multiple sclerosis, … READ MORE
Disability progression in multiple sclerosis linked to income, education Neighbourhood income and education level is associated with risk of disability … READ MORE
Brace yourself: my ups and downs with AFOs It was late May 2014, and my wife and I were on our first trip to the Cleveland … READ MORE
3D printed ankle-foot orthotics for functionality and comfort 3D printing has played a large and varied role in medical implants, devices, and … READ MORE
Non-invasive brain stimulation may help treat symptoms of rare movement disorders Electrical stimulation of the brain and spinal cord may help treat the symptoms of … READ MORE
Jason DaSilva’s “The Disability Trap” is beautiful and infuriating The acclaimed documentary filmmaker and New Mobility’s 2014 Person of the … READ MORE
If you have MS, exercise means much more than moving For people with multiple sclerosis, the meaning of exercise stretches way beyond … 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 … 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 … READ MORE
UCalgary scientists discover a new way to battle multiple sclerosis Findings challenge conventional thinking about the root cause of MS. The Dr. Peter … READ MORE
Calgary researchers develop portable brain imaging system to shed light on concussions A volunteer wears the cap, developed at the U of C, which contains small lights that … READ MORE
Surprise finding could lead to new MS treatments A discovery is providing hope of a new therapeutic target in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) … READ MORE
MS liberation therapy fails the test Canada has the highest rate of multiple sclerosis in the world. In 2009, Italian … READ MORE
Meet the bike designer who changes lives Custom bikes make cycling dreams come true. Jerzee Wasylnuk’s mobility was … READ MORE
Sensor-equipped glove takes the guesswork out of measuring spasticity Everyone experiences stiff muscles from time to time, whether after a rigorous … READ MORE
Patients with MS can now self-monitor online PARIS — The ability of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) to monitor their own … READ MORE
iPhone app for patients guides MS research, treatment Patients can track symptoms, share data right from their phone. For some diseases, a … READ MORE
South Health Campus, AHS Dr. Cheri Nijssen-Jordan in the pediatric unit at the South Health Campus in … READ MORE
Can AFOs help prevent falls? Studies suggest that ankle foot orthoses can improve balance in some individuals, so … READ MORE