The AlterG (formerly Tibion) Is Helping Stroke Survivors Take Bionic Steps...
Often neurological issues such as stroke result in unilateral weakness, where one side of the body is weaker than the other. When this occurs, physical therapy is often used to help retrain the muscles...
View ArticleMore than Fun and Games: The Apple iPad as a Tool for People with Disabilities
Lately, 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...
View ArticleeLEGS Another Example of the Raker Legacy of Innovation
The legacy of the Raker family, who founded Good Shepherd more than 100 years ago, is a legacy of innovation, and examples of this organization’s innovative spirit can be found throughout our storied...
View ArticleDriving After a Stroke
Driving a car is not only convenient, and a majority of the time necessary, but it also provides a feeling of independence. For many individuals who have suffered a life-changing event, such as a...
View ArticleLow and High Tech Devices Broaden Horizons for Those with Disabilities
There's no doubt that technology has changed our world — making it easier to stay connected. But for many people with disabilities, technology provides something much more valuable than convenience, it...
View ArticlePIAT … What Is That?
If you are living in Pennsylvania and you have a disability, you can benefit from Pennsylvania's Initiative on Assistive Technology (PIAT). PIAT strives to enhance the lives of all Pennsylvanians with...
View ArticleConsumer Electronics Devices Impact Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology
Imagine devices that allow you to control your computer without touching a keyboard, mouse or screen, or let you effortlessly traverse a virtual world using a 3D headset and multi-directional...
View ArticleNurturing Innovation
One of the strengths that drew me to Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network was the organizational culture. Each staff member is ingrained with a high level of compassion and spirit of innovation that...
View ArticleHelping Seniors Get Over the Fear of Assistive Technology
For most seniors, the thought of moving into a nursing home causes great anxiety. Often, people make premature decisions regarding institutionalization because they are not fully aware of the...
View ArticleTop 5 Things Not To Do When Ordering a Wheelchair or Mobility Device
It’s important that you make the right choice when purchasing a wheelchair. In fact, choosing the wrong mobility device can cost you or a loved one money and can impact health and independence. Here...
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