Ecuador for All: German Women Power Makes it Possible

Over 13 percent of Ecuadors population are officially registered with a disability. But the estimated number of unreported cases is much higher. Especially the bad healthcare system and a lack of information are to blame for this. But two German women are undeterred by the conditions and commit themselves to hippotherapy and accessible vacation offers in the land at the equator.Ecuador for All: German Women Power Makes it Possible - Read more

Enrichment Therapy Effective among Children with Autism

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[03/06/2013] Children with autism showed significant improvement after six months of simple sensory exercises at home using everyday items such as scents, spoons and sponges, according to UC Irvine neurobiologists.Enrichment Therapy Effective among Children with Autism - Read more

Nanotechnology Could Help Fight Diabetes

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[27/05/2013] Injectable nanoparticles may someday eliminate the need for patients with Type 1 diabetes to constantly monitor their blood-sugar levels and inject themselves with insulin.Nanotechnology Could Help Fight Diabetes - Read more

Belt to Prevent and Rehabilitate Lower Back Pain Problems

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[26/04/2013] FIK, Tecnalia and BTS launch a belt to prevent lower back pain problems and provide rehabilitation at home and at work. The Lumbia device can be used for patient´s assessment, and for therapy during postural re-education.Belt to Prevent and Rehabilitate Lower Back Pain Problems - Read more

Preventing Chronic Pain with Stress Management

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[25/03/2013] For chronic pain sufferers, such as people who develop back pain after a car accident, avoiding the harmful effects of stress may be key to managing their condition. This is particularly important for people with a smaller-than-average hippocampus, as these individuals seem to be particularly vulnerable to stress, according to a new study.Preventing Chronic Pain with Stress Management - Read more

Humanoid Robot Helps Train Children with Autism

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[22/03/2013] Researchers report that children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) paid more attention to a humanoid robot and followed its instructions almost as well as they did those of a human therapist in standard exercises used to develop joint attention skill. Humanoid Robot Helps Train Children with Autism - Read more

January 2013: Inclusive Education – Learning from and with everybody

In countries like Italy, Norway and Sweden it is already reality what is still demanded in Germany – the joint lessons of children with and without disabilities. However, inclusion does not end with the graduation. That’s why this month is about students with handicap and a teacher with Down's syndrome. For in the Topic of the Month is about Inclusive Education – Learning from and with everybody.January 2013: Inclusive Education – Learning from and with everybody - Read more

December 2012: Soul Helps Body – Psychology in Rehabilitation

The fact that the psychic constitution of a person also affects the physical health is no secret anymore. However, too seldom this potential is also used accordingly. Which theoretical and practical estimates there are in medical rehabilitation, you will get to know in the Topic of the Month December: Soul Helps Body – Psychology in Rehabilitation.December 2012: Soul Helps Body – Psychology in Rehabilitation - Read more

Engaging Parents Leads to Better Treatments for Children With ADHD

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[28/11/2012] Pediatricians and researchers at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's (CHOP) have developed a first-of-its kind tool to help parents and health care providers better treat ADHD (attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder). Engaging Parents Leads to Better Treatments for Children With ADHD - Read more