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News and Articles on Adaptive Technology - helps you get the best grip on information from the Open Web -- providing the "best use" of relevant search results. SurfWax's patent-pending design is the first to make searching a "visual process," seamlessly integrating meaning-based search with key knowledge-finding elements for effective association and recall.

Dr. Michelle Kuperminc of the University of Virginia is conducting a clinical study to determine what the best way is to measure Body Composition in children with Cerebral Palsy. Body composition is the amount of muscle, bone and fat in your body. There are several different ways we can measure body composition and would like to know which one is best for children with CP.

American Physical Therapy Association - Physical Therapy & Your Insurance: A Patient's Guide to Getting the Best Coverage

Healthfinder.gov is a government Web site where you will find information and tools to help you and those you care about stay healthy. Healthfinder.gov has resources on a wide range of health topics selected from over 1,600 government and non-profit organizations to bring you the best, most reliable health information on the Internet. healthfinder.gov is coordinated by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) and its health information referral service, the National Health Information Center. healthfinder.gov is supported solely by U.S. government funds and does not accept paid advertisements, content, or links in any form.

Cornell University ILR School - DBTAC - Northeast ADA Center - The DBTAC-Northeast ADA Center is part of a national network of centers which provide information, referrals, resources, and training on equal opportunity for people with disabilities and on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We serve businesses, employers, government entities, individuals with disabilities, and the media in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. We also conduct research to help increase knowledge on best practices for the employment of people with disabilities.

Apraxia-KIDS - The Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America (CASANA) - The mission of CASANA is to strengthen the support systems in the lives of children with apraxia, so that each child has their best opportunity to develop speech

Recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center. A 680-bed comprehensive academic medical center and regional referral center, UI Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing patient-focused care-available to every person, around the clock-in an environment devoted to innovative care, excellent service, and exceptional outcomes.

Whole Brain Atlas, Normal Anatomy in 3-D with MRI/PET (Javascript), Top 100 Brain Structures. Atlas of Normal structure and blood flow.

"The Center for Assistive Technology, conducts research, education, and service to increase knowledge about assistive devices for persons with functional impairments of all ages. The Center works in four related areas: Research, Development, Transfer, and Commercialization of advanced technologies and assistive devices; Education Programs for professionals, students, and consumers; Client Assessment Training Services in computer access for education & employment; Dissemination of best practices and information about assistive technology devices and services"

Study to investigate if patients who have had a stroke and suffer from spasticity might benefit from being given BOTOX® in addition to the normal Standard Care. Spasticity is characterized by stiffness or frequent cramps accompanied by pain and abnormal movements and can prevent the carrying out of everyday tasks such as walking and getting dressed. BOTOX® is a neurotoxin, which is used to prevent the contraction of muscle fibre and has been shown to reduce spasticity significantly. Patients will be enrolled in this study at about 33 locations in Europe and Canada

The National Health Information Center (NHIC) is a health information referral service. NHIC puts health professionals and consumers who have health questions in touch with those organizations that are best able to provide answers. NHIC was established in 1979 by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP), Office of Public Health and Science, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Providing a wealth of information, solutions and leadership on issues related to brain injury . Services and Resources on the site reflect the best practices in the field of Traumatic Brain Injury

Center for Development and Learning - (CDL) is a grassroots, Louisiana- based, nonprofit organization. CDL specializes in the development and dissemination of leading-edge research, knowledge, and best practices that improve teaching and increase learning. CDL is focused on providing a positive, supportive learning environment and highly effective educators - teachers, principals, school administrators and parents - for all of our children. CDL explains why Memory is Important in the learning process

ISAAC supports and encourages the best possible communication methods for people who find communication difficult.

Adaptivemall.com offers the best selection of adaptive equipment for children with special needs. Our products range from special needs strollers to special needs car seats to adaptive toys. At Adaptivemall.com, you'll find a variety of solutions for your child's adaptive equipment needs

"Edutopia.org: Edutopia.org contains a deep archive of continually updated best practices, from classroom tips to recommendations for districtwide change. Allied with a dedicated audience that actively contributes success stories from the field, our mission relies on input and participation from schools and communities. in-depth and interactive resource, Edutopia.org offers practical, hands-on advice, real-world examples, lively contributions from practitioners, and invaluable tips and tools"

Not-for-profit membership organization of manufacturers, sellers and providers of technology-based assistive devices and/or services. Online webinars. Serves as the collective voice of the Assistive Technology industry so that the best products and services are delivered to people with disabilities.

Study will examine the effectiveness of botulinum toxin as treatment for a variety of movement disorders. The goals of the study are to refine the technique of treatment to provide the best results, to improve the understanding of how botulinum toxin works on movement disorders, and find other conditions that may be treatable with botulinum toxin.In addition, researchers also plan to study the possible use of botulinum toxin F alone and in combination with botulinum toxin A in patients who do not respond to botulinum A toxin treatment.

Baclofen Efficacy and Safety Trials - Pediatric Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Study of Oral Baclofen for the Treatment of Spasticity Associated with Cerebral Palsy (BEST-PK/PD)

The Guardians of Hydrocephalus Research Foundation (GHRF) was established in 1977 as a non-profit organization. Since then we have distributed over 10,000 information packets and received many phone calls every month answering important questions from concerned parents and worried individuals. Provides information to the public without cost so that a better understanding of hydrocephalus will be established. Provide counseling to families with children who have hydrocephalus to define specific problems that parents encounter and help resolve them as best as possible. We make many referrals to our doctors (more on page 3) who can assist individuals and their families through these tough times.