Paralympics

BMW carbon fiber racing wheelchair for Team USA

Wheelchair racing is one of the most fast-paced and exciting sports in the realm of Paralympics. Yet despite significant advances in materials, technology and design, athletes today still find themselves in ill-fitting, … READ MORE

Michael Sametz, Para-cyclist on the road to Rio

Michael is overjoyed to represent Canada at the Paralympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – fulfilling a dream that began at age 12. Michael grew up in Calgary, participating in and watching many sports while dreaming about competing in … READ MORE

Get ready for the world’s first Cyborg Olympics

At the Zurich games, people with disabilities will use robotics to go for the gold. Gearing Up: In a November training session, cyborg cyclist Michael McClellan takes a turn around a Cleveland park. Photo: Nathaniel Welch. IEEE … READ MORE

Paralyzed patients in Calgary are able to cycle again

Functional electrical stimulation bike in Faculty of Kinesiology’s Thrive Centre available for public use. Amanda Timm, 21, is now able to cycle again using the FES bicycle at her school, the University of Calgary. Jennifer … READ MORE

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