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What You Can Do To Prevent Dangerous Falls

Thu, 12/30/2010 - 10:29am | Kathleen Fortier

Winter is here, and winter means snow and ice. It also can mean slips and falls!

For people who are 65 or older, a fall can happen anywhere at any time, even if there is no ice on the ground. In fact, one in three older adults will sustain an injurious fall at some point. Read more »

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How to Stay in Shape During the Winter

Thu, 12/23/2010 - 3:07pm | Natalie Bedio

With the start of a new year, many people are prioritizing their resolutions. Topping most people’s lists are the resolutions to lose weight or get in shape. But as the winter months wane, many resolutions fall by the wayside simply because of the chilly weather. This doesn’t need to happen, as there are many ways to stay in shape even during the cold winter days.
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More than Fun and Games: The Apple iPad as a Tool for People with Disabilities

Tue, 12/21/2010 - 4:43pm | MaryJane Frick

Apple iPad at Good ShepherdLately, everyone has been talking about the Apple® iPad®. It’s on everyone’s Christmas list this year, because it can be used for many applications. You can send e-mail with the iPad, play music via iTunes, download pictures, surf the web and much more. Read more »

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Back Pain and How to Prevent It

Tue, 12/21/2010 - 4:38pm | Carla Staack

Do you have pain in your back? You’re not the only one. Statistics show that 8 out of every 10 people suffer from some sort of back pain at some time in their life.

The causes of back pain are varied, but some are very common – poor posture, poor body mechanics, a sedentary lifestyle, weight or trauma (i.e., car accidents, falls, etc.). Luckily, there are easy ways to minimize the possibility of back pain. Read more »

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Technology Can Be a Powerful Tool in Assessing Children with Mobility Issues

Wed, 12/01/2010 - 10:33am | Erin Sheeder

Children with mobility issues present unique challenges in rehabilitation, and technology can help to ensure that these children get the right treatment at the right time.

Often, children with issues such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, seizure disorders, developmental delays and brain tumors, can have mobility issues that make it difficult for them to get around. This can seriously impact the quality of their lives. Read more »