[DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_SOCIAL_ICONS] What is Prader-Willi Syndrome? Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder that can cause a range of physical and cognitive challenges, including obesity and difficulty controlling appetite. While there is no cure for PWS, management strategies can help…
[DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_SOCIAL_ICONS] What is Cerebral Palsy? Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affects movement and posture, and is caused by damage to the brain before, during, or shortly after birth. The effects of cerebral palsy can range from…
[DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_SOCIAL_ICONS] What is Guillain-Barré Syndrome? Guillain-Barré (Ghee-YAN Bah-RAY) syndrome (GBS) is a rare autoimmune disorder that affects the peripheral nervous system and causes weakness and numbness in the legs, arms, and upper body due to damage to the myelin sheath.…
[DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_SOCIAL_ICONS] Regular exercise can provide many benefits for people with Down’s syndrome, including improved cardiovascular health and muscle strength. Regular physical activity can also help to improve cognitive function, and increase feelings of self-worth and self-esteem. It’s important to work…
[DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_SOCIAL_ICONS] Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) refers to a group of genetic disorders. There are multiple types of EDS with different severities. The most common one, and least life-threatening, is hypermobile EDS. Read ahead to learn more about this condition, its symptoms,…
[DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_SOCIAL_ICONS] Having a disability or chronic illness does not mean you have to wave any form of exercise goodbye. That’s why adapted fitness exists; to increase access to physical activity for everyone. What Is Adapted Exercise? Adapted exercise is a…
Image credit: Total Shape [DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_SOCIAL_ICONS] Regular physical activity can have many benefits on both mental and physical health. Countless studies have proven, without a doubt, the positive impact of exercise on members of the general population. But what about disabled…
[DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_SOCIAL_ICONS] Managing your own weight is hard and managing the weight of someone you care about can be harder but there are a few top tips I can suggest to help break the barriers that prevent a change in habit…