New wearable sensor for people with incomplete paraplegia
A new electromyography biofeedback device that is wearable and connects to novel … READ MORE
Neuroplasticity
Switch Control changed my world
I can’t tell you how thrilled I was to independently send my wife a text for the … READ MORE
DIY tools TalkBox and SenseBox help people with disabilities to communicate
The new devices, developed by a collaborative team based in the US, Canada, and … READ MORE
Back to eye-level: Trike gives Edmonton woman new perspective on mobility
‘You’re perceived completely differently. You’re standing up. … 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
Motion capture technology used to prevent falls in older people
Researchers from CAMERA are using Hollywood technology to assess the benefits of an … READ MORE
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
Recreation and Leisure Resource Fair – March 7, 2020
Event is FREE and open to all families. The purpose of the Recreation and Leisure … READ MORE
Mechanics, mobility, and motion capture: From Pixar to reality
When you watch a Pixar movie, have you ever wondered why the characters’ movements … READ MORE
FREE! Adaptive Sports Program
WinSport has designed a fully inclusive, multi-sport program for ALL regardless of … 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
Physiatrists offer non-surgical approach to treating muscle, joint, other conditions that impede function
Dr. Julio A. Martinez-Silvestrini is medical director of Baystate Physical Medicine … 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
Disability progression in multiple sclerosis linked to income, education
Neighbourhood income and education level is associated with risk of disability … 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 2: Down syndrome, other neurological conditions, and toe walking
The Case For Early Intervention. Down Syndrome is associated with a long list of … 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
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
I’m learning to accept the benefits of my mobility aids
I recently read an article in the Virginia Journal of Education that made me think … 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
Use of ankle-foot orthotics linked to improved gait, balance in CMT patients
Use of orthoses such as braces or other special devices can help improve the gait … 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
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
Businesses are increasingly hiring people with disabilities and it’s helping the bottom line
Arnetha Vance, 46, who has cerebral palsy, works at Hidden Manna Cafe in Matteson on … READ MORE
Apple puts accessibility features front and center
Although the meat of Apple’s accessibility news from WWDC has been covered, there … READ MORE
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