In this issue, we invite you to our upcoming community research meeting, give you the scoop on some interesting research projects, and tell you a love story. Plus: an update on a story we brought you last Spring, and lots Read More…
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the ICORDian | Fall 2015
In this issue, we tell you about a community-driven research project, share the summer adventures of some ICORDians, report on the Spinal Chord Gala, and introduce you to a new ICORDian. Plus: our regular column by former PhD student Dr. Read More…
the ICORDian | Spring 2015
Welcome to the Spring 2015 issue of the ICORDian Community Newsletter. In this issue, we introduce you to our Rehab Engineer, tell you about a fellow with lofty ambitions, and report on some new papers by ICORD researchers. Plus: our Read More…
PARC PhotoVoice Exhibit
As part of their medical undergraduate program, UBC students Kat Liu and Allan Jone are completing a directed studies project under the supervision of ICORD researchers Drs. Bonita Sawatzky and Ben Mortenson. Their project involved looking at the importance of Read More…
the ICORDian | Winter 2015
In this issue, we report on our Annual Research Meeting, tell you about the history of our neighbourhood, introduce you to a talented masters student, and give you some great events to add to your calendar. Plus: our regular column Read More…
Long term outcomes of individuals born with Arthrogryposis
Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) is a condition where primarily the limbs have significant limitation in motion at birth. Many individuals undergo many surgeries and extensive physiotherapy to improve range of motion. Physicians and researchers from around the world agree that Read More…
Capturing the perspective of the participant
Project title: Capturing the perspective of the participant Researchers from the University of British Columbia are looking for volunteers to participate in a study exploring the impact of physical activity for individuals living with spinal cord injury. You may be Read More…
The Biomechanics, Safety and Confidence of Using a SmartDrive for Wheelchair Propulsion (Part B)
Project title: The Biomechanics, Safety and Confidence of Using a SmartDrive for Wheelchair Propulsion (Part B) The purpose of the study is to find out how much training is necessary for wheelchair users to use the SmartDrive and explore how the Read More…
The Biomechanics, Safety and Confidence of Using a SmartDrive for Wheelchair Propulsion (Part A)
Project title: The Biomechanics, Safety and Confidence of Using a SmartDrive for Wheelchair Propulsion (Part A) The purpose of the study is to determine the pushrim force required to start and stop the SmartDrive at different speeds as well as how Read More…
Spasticity changes after whole body or focal vibration
Purpose of this study: We want to know how your spasticity and your muscle activity change after exposure to Whole Body Vibration (WBV) or Focal Vibration (FV). What is involved: The study includes two visits each takes about 1.5-2 hours. Read More…
