6 Common Challenges for Adults with CP
There’s a lot of focus on children with CP. But children with CP grow into adults with CP, with their own set of challenges that aren’t as frequently talked about.
How to manage pain in children and adults with cerebral palsy
Three out of four people with cerebral palsy (CP) experience pain. It is a complex, secondary condition compromising functional abilities and quality of life. Pain assessment is often challenging to perform,…
[Video] Meet Henrik, a multi-talented athlete and entertainer
Henrik is a comedian and an athlete with world records. A young man with dreams and ambitions . First and foremost. He doesn ’ t want his disability defining his life.
New published study: Innowalk Pro intervention after acquired brain injury
A study conducted at Sunnaas Rehabilitation Hospital in Norway, published in a peer re view ed journal , conclude d that the Innowalk Pro was a feasible and motivat ional intervention for a patient with severe brain…
[Video] A somersault turned life on its head
Morten suffered a serious spinal cord injury after a pool accident, but with targeted training and a can-do attitude, he can today walk short distances with assistance. To be physically active every day, he uses…
What is spinal cord injury?
Every year, around the world, up to 500 000 people suffer a spinal cord injury (SCI). The spinal cord is the major bundle of nerves that carries nerve impulses to and from the brain to the rest of the body. An SCI…
Changing lives through surfing and surf therapy
Surfing is a great activity and therapy. It combines aerobic exercise and strength training with a stress-relieving mental health workout as you progress and develop new skills. You get all this while having a…
How to preserve healthy bones in individuals with disabilities
Individuals with physical disabilities have lower bone mineral density (BMD) and are at higher risk of developing osteoporosis compared to healthy individuals. The consequences of low BMD are fractures that occur…