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
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapists help people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice
Orthotics and Their Role in Improving Gait and Treating Deformities in Spastic Cerebral Palsy
Otto Bock WalkOn Reaction AFO by Nader Ibrahim, July 8, 2025 The O&P Edge in … READ MORE
Time to successful outcome vs. treatment duration in cranial remolding orthosis treatment
Michigan Cranial Reshaping Orthosis. HHS Vulnerability Disclosure Abstract … 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
AFO Stiffness Tested for Achilles Tendinopathy Treatment
UD’s Big Ideas Challenge advances novel approach to help people with Achilles … READ MORE
Physio at 3 months old – or even earlier – can really help babies with cerebral palsy
Physiotherapy isn’t just for adults recovering from injuries. Physiotherapists can … READ MORE
3D-Printed Orthoses Show Clinical Improvements
Otto Bock WalkOn Reaction AFO by The O&P EDGE, September 2, 2025 A team of … READ MORE
Cosgriffe claims 100m backstroke silver as Canada caps Para swimming worlds with 12 medals
Burlington, Ont., native wins 2nd medal of meet after taking bronze in 100m … READ MORE
Digital Tools Measure AFO Alignment Accurately
A study evaluating pediatric AFO alignment and shape differences of live scanned … READ MORE
Reactive-dynamic AFOs demonstrate gait, comfort benefits
A study published in the Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics evaluates the … READ MORE
Why do some autistic people walk differently?
Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people’s brains … READ MORE
Canada’s Stefan Daniel wins World Triathlon Para Series race in Montréal
Calgary native claims 1st victory of season in a time of 56 minutes 25 seconds. … READ MORE
Calgary athletes bring home 10 medals from Special Olympics World Winter Games
They brought home three gold, one silver and six bronze medals from Turin, Italy. … READ MORE
Prescribed Precision: Dosing AFO Stiffness for Maximum Outcomes
An AFO’s fundamental function is to manipulate the orientation and progression of … READ MORE
Local therapy facility for disabled children attracting families from all over the world
Kate McLelland is almost three years old and was born with a rare genetic condition. … 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
Kinesiologists could be part of solution for overwhelmed health-care system
Moncton professor says kinesiology grads ready and able to keep patients out of … READ MORE
Defining chronic pain for high-performance athletes with disabilities
UBCO study says customized training and recovery plans critical to success. … READ MORE
‘A slap in the face’: Categorizing process aimed at making Para sport equitable is sometimes anything but
Issue of classification is a thorny subject within Paralympic circles. … READ MORE
Movement is key to supporting adults with Down syndrome
UNLV professor Thessa Hilgenkamp addresses the unique anatomy in adults with Down … READ MORE
Early multiple sclerosis treatment may lead to less disability
Starting treatment for multiple sclerosis soon after first experiencing symptoms of … READ MORE
Toddlers with developmental delays are missing out on help they need. It can hurt them long term
Alexander, 3, who is being treated for developmental delays, watches Paw Patrol as … READ MORE
Joint replacement surgery, arthritis are not inevitable
Don’t worry about your hips or knees as you age. Arthritis in those joints … READ MORE
New research sheds light on “Runner’s Knee”
The new study finds personalized rehabilitation may be needed to effectively address … READ MORE
Adaptive Riders
Join the community at the world’s largest mountain biking festival. Photo by … READ MORE
Therapy framework reveals promise for intensive pediatric rehabilitation for children with motor disabilities
A Fralin Biomedical Research Institute study in Behavioral Sciences highlights … READ MORE
The Human Touch
From cradle to grave, touch brings us comfort, pleasure and sometimes pain, … READ MORE
Why people with Down syndrome are living longer than ever
New photo project celebrates doubling of life expectancy since 1980. Adam Bauld … READ MORE
User-Centered Design Shapes Assistive Tech for Cerebral Palsy
Tailored devices center person’s needs, not just techno whizbang. Engineers, … READ MORE
Sophisticated human biomechanics from smartphone video
With synchronous video from a pair of smartphones, engineers at Stanford have … READ MORE
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