How to transfer the user in and out of the Innowalk
Are you assisting a person using the Innowalk, but not quite sure how to get the user in and out of the assistive device ? Here are some practical tips to make your work a little easier.
Four useful websites for pediatric physiotherapists
Staying up to date in the world of pediatric physiotherapy and disabilities is crucial. Here are four resources that will keep you updated on best available evidence.
Standing aids versus Walking aids
Our muscles, bones, organs and nervous system function optimally when we stand upright. This is why assistive devices are essential in the lives of those who aren’t able to stand on their own. But what is the…
How can people with disabilities benefit from occupational therapy?
We have previously talked about physical therapy and how it has the opportunity to enrich an individual’s life. But what about occupational therapy?
Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory Computer Adaptive Test (PEDI-CAT)
There is a continuous need of assessing patients. Either to understand the severity of a diagnosis, to predict future outcome, to plan interventions, or to measure outcomes/effectiveness of interventions.
Top 7 Books for Children with Disabilities
There is nothing nicer than getting cozy and reading a good book with your child – particularly when they carry a positive story.
The benefits of goal directed training for individuals with disabilities
For an intervention to be goal directed training, it has to begin with a goal, which must be practiced until achieved. But what does goal directed training for patients with disabilities entail?
Physical Therapy for Adults with Cerebral Palsy
For individuals with cerebral palsy, it is recommended to start physical therapy as soon as possible. But what does it entail for an adult individual, and how should it be executed?