Started in 1995 as a simple email distribution list, Craigslist has become a great way to sell unwanted items, find jobs, and of course, buy things for a sometimes unbelievably low price. But as popular as it is, Craigslist has also been a source of controversy time and again. Questionable services are consistently offered. Both Read more…
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Mobility Assistance Dogs: A Constant Companion
Want proof that dogs are man’s best friend? Watch an assistance dog in action. Assistance dogs are canines that have been trained to help a person with a specific impairment or disability. The most common is the “seeing eye” dog for those who are blind. In addition, there are also hearing dogs and service dogs. Read more…
Turning Your Wheelchair into An Electric Wheelchair
Electric wheelchairs have risen in popularity over the years, but many still prefer manual chairs. And it’s not necessarily because of money. Sure, electric wheelchairs cost more than a standard wheelchair does, but that’s not the only reason why people skip over them. Electric wheelchairs are heavy, they don’t collapse, they have more difficultly going Read more…
Identifying ALS Before it Starts
When someone is diagnosed with ALS, it comes with little warning. There might be a weakness in a limb or an unexplained slur in their speech. Many ignore it at first. Finally, they go to the doctor only to be told they have an incurable and terminal condition. ALS (or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) is a Read more…
Brothers by Blood, Brothers in Arms
For members of the armed forces, it can be difficult transitioning back to normal life when their time of service is over. This is especially true for men and women who are injured in the line of duty. For many, the they knew is either radically changed or gone altogether. That’s why three veteran brothers Read more…
Duct Tape Surfing: It’s a Real Thing
When boys go surfing together, the last thing they probably want is for their mom to tag along. But that’s not the case for two brothers in Australia. In fact, they let their mom ride the waves right alongside them. Their friends are perfectly okay with it. Actually, it’s because of their friend Tyron Swan Read more…
A Permanent Treatment for Cerebral Palsy
The famous story “Flowers for Algernon” tells of a man named Charles Gordon, a mentally deficient janitor. At the beginning of the story, Charles undergoes a surgery that triples his IQ, making him a kind of super genius. But as the story unfolds, Charles realizes that the effects of the surgery are only temporary, and Read more…
Current Developments in Cerebral Palsy: 2013
Cerebral Palsy is a term used to describe multiple types of non-progressive motor conditions that result in physical impairment. Typically, cerebral is something a person is born with or develops very shortly after their birth. Currently there is no cure, but progress is being made in a variety of treatments. We thought we would take Read more…
The Importance of Physical Therapy and Exercise
Many people exercise for looks. They want to be thin. They want to have big muscles. Others exercise as a form of training. Either they’re an athlete or maybe they’re going to run a 5k or marathon. But then there are some who exercise in hopes of regaining what they’ve lost. Therapeutic exercise can help Read more…
The Celebration of Moms Continues with Best Mom on Wheels 2013
Two weeks ago, many of us celebrated Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is a national holiday that started back during the beginning of the 1900’s. While some complain that the day has become overly commercialized like so many other holidays, Mother’s Day still holds a special place in our hearts. Though the day has now passed, Read more…