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Research highlights the benefits of exercise for our body and mind! Don't miss tips and tricks on how to get and stay active.

Research explores the links between changes in hearing, vision, mobility and cognition.

Navigating the world of assistive technology can feel overwhelming, but the AccessATCanada navigation portal changes the game by simplifying the process of finding programs and services in Canada. With tools that let users refine searches by location, technology type, and eligibility criteria, the portal offers a personalized way to connect with life-changing resources.

Happy gardening! Research shows that horticultural therapy may hold physical and emotional health benefits.

Research shows there are many benefits to promoting the health of our feet.

From injury to death, falls are a major concern for older adults. Recent research looks at how strengthening the muscles in our feet and ankles can help to reduce the risk of falls.

Are you looking for fall prevention strategies that can help keep you on your feet? Research shows that dance-based mind-motor activities may help you with these efforts.

Seated exercise may hold benefits for cognitive health in older adults with health conditions.

Mobility problems are common and can affect both autonomy and social participation. Among wheelchair users, their mobility is also hampered by various obstacles. But new geospatial assistive technologies may help them get around the city.

It’s no secret that exercise is good for us, but did you know that exercises performed from the comfort of home can improve balance and walking speed in people with Parkinson’s disease?

While at home, keep all facets of your health and well-being a priority! What benefits do Pilates and yoga have to offer?

For years, Tylenol has been a go to treatment option for both patients with knee and hip osteoarthritis and their health care providers. But new research calls into question how effective this treatment option is.

A ground-up approach—starting with the health of your feet—might be just what you need to keep your feet firmly planted on the ground.

For people with chronic heart failure, exercise can be an important ally. Staying active is a good way to improve both your physical functioning and quality of life.

For people with knee osteoarthritis, living pain-free may seem a distant dream. The ancient practice of acupuncture may offer a way for people to reduce their pain and get back to their daily routine.

Mirror therapy shows promise in helping stroke survivors recover limb movement and resume activities of daily living.

Many older adults have a fear of falling. Cognitive behavioural therapy may help people overcome this fear by reducing negative thoughts about falls and shifting their focus to what they can do to curb their falls risk.

A gout flare-up can be a very unpleasant and painful experience. Several treatment options are available, so speak with your healthcare provider about which treatment might work best for you.

Walking speed reveals a lot about your overall health and walking ability changes with age. Research shows that music can help!