New studies refute claims of fall prevention with AFO bracing
In 2011, a new custom ankle foot orthotic (AFO) brace, herein referred to as the … READ MORE
Physiatry
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New wearable sensor for people with incomplete paraplegia
A new electromyography biofeedback device that is wearable and connects to novel … READ MORE
Mirror movements may be markers of severity for unilateral CP patients who had perinatal stroke
Monitoring mirror movements in children with unilateral cerebral palsy (CP) due to … READ MORE
CP patients wear AFOs less than prescribed
An open-access study, published in Rehabilitation Research and Practice, … READ MORE
AFO effects on gastrocnemius underscore heterogeneity of CP
Variations call for adjustable devices. We can hopefully create devices in the … READ MORE
Orthotics in Cerebral Palsy – Physiopedia
Surestep birthday party. Physiopedia UK November 6, 2019 An orthosis by definition, … 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
AFOs for stroke: Early use does not limit long-term benefit
Stroke often impairs walking, particularly by altering foot clearance during the … 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
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
ACR and Arthritis Foundation release updated treatment guideline for OA
Today, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR), in partnership with the Arthritis … 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
Early orthotic intervention in pediatric patients, Part 1: Cerebral palsy
Children with cerebral palsy (CP) typically encounter a host of gait- and … READ MORE
What a role model: Paralyzed Bronco makes Adidas ad, hall of fame nominee list
“As a kid I always dreamed of playing for Team Canada… and I still … 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
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
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
‘It’s a grind’: Paralyzed Humboldt Broncos goaltender seeing slow progress
Jacob Wassermann seriously injured in bus crash that killed 16 people. Humboldt … READ MORE
Is joint replacement surgery necessary?
Non-surgical and minimally invasive surgical options for deteriorating joints may … 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
Revolutionary orthotics help London para-throwers with Tokyo training
Two para-throwers with their eyes firmly set on representing GB at the Tokyo … READ MORE
A thank you to my old AFOs
In grade school, I used to launch my ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) from my foot and … 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
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
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