Study: Heart Function Is Impacted by Spinal Cord Injury

Research emphasizes importance of reducing "secondary injury" in SCI patients.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Dec 19, 2017

Cure SMA: Children on Nusinersen More Likely to Achieve Milestones

A new study examines the impact of the drug treatment on Type 1 infants.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Dec 11, 2017

Study: Exoskeleton Use Can Benefit Wide Range of SCI Patients

New research suggests more SCI patients could improve gait and balance.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Nov 29, 2017

CRT Technology Showcase

U.S. Rehab White Paper Shows Need for Intervention

• Oct 01, 2017

New Duke Research to Study Optimal Repositioning Times

Study aims to provide updated guidelines on repositioning patients to prevent pressure injuries.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Sep 20, 2017

Study: Is Honey an Effective Treatment for Wounds?

A type of honey native to Australia and New Zealand could prove to be an effective answer.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Sep 20, 2017

University of Pittsburgh Seeks Consumer Input for Research Study

Results will impact future mobility device research and development.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Sep 13, 2017

White Paper Explains CMS Effects on CRT, DME

U.S. Rehab President Greg Packer hopes new, comprehensive paper can be used to educate policy-makers.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Sep 05, 2017

Researchers: Measuring Neurofilaments Could Speed ALS Diagnosis

Belgian and German study suggests a reliable and faster way to determine if a patient has amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Jun 21, 2017

Study: Smoking Worsens SCI Pain

New Purdue University study could lead to new ways to treat neuropathic pain in spinal cord injuries.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Jun 14, 2017

Study: Most Adult Caregiving Doesn’t Involve Dementia

Caregivers are doing more, even for seniors without major disabilities.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• May 24, 2017

Research: Dogs Can Raise Activity Levels for Kids with Disabilities

Oregon State study finds a wide range of physical and social benefits.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• May 15, 2017

The Case for Client Conversation

• May 01, 2017

Whitepaper

The Impact of Positioning in the Classroom Setting

Supporting mobility and participation with peers is crucial for all children.

• By Ottobock
• Mar 29, 2017

Whitepaper

CP Client Finds Perfect Fit in OBSS Ortho-Shape Back

New Ottobock system provides fine-tuning in a custom-contoured back.

• By Ottobock
• Mar 29, 2017

Maternal Obesity Tied to Cerebral Palsy in Newborns

New study examined more than a million births in Sweden.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Mar 17, 2017

ATP Series

Evidence & Outcomes

Will Evidence-Based Practices & Outcomes Measures Drive Complex Rehab Success?

What role will evidence-based practices and outcomes measures play in the future success of complex rehab technology? ATPs speak out.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Mar 01, 2017

Study: Probiotics Can Help Functional Recovery in SCI

"Gut microbiome" is impacted in traumatic spinal cord injury, researchers say.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Dec 19, 2016

Antibiotic Might Help to Reduce MS Relapse Rates

Small clinical trial suggests adding antibiotic to interferon treatment could help multiple sclerosis patients.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Dec 19, 2016

Study: Nusinersen Improved Function in SMA Type 2 Patients

Distributor hopes to launch the treatment for SMA patients in the United States in coming months.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Nov 29, 2016