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When Neuroplasticity Becomes a Slogan

Neuroplasticity: What Science Really Says (and What Popularization Exaggerates) Neuroplasticity has become an omnipresent buzzword. It is invoked…

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Brain Health

Brain Health: A Blind Spot in Québec’s Healthcare System? In Québec, health is a constant topic of discussion.…

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From Rehabilitation to Neurological Training: Reframing the Use of Robotics

Robotics at the Heart of a Continuum: From Rehabilitation to Neurological Training Robotics in neurology truly comes into…

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Measuring to Rehabilitate Better: The Art (and Science) of Objectifying Progress in Neurorehabilitation

How to Objectively Measure Progress in Neurorehabilitation? Neurological rehabilitation increasingly relies on measurable data to track patient evolution,…

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The essential role of the kinesiologist in neurological rehabilitation: a key ally at every stage

The Essential Role of the Kinesiologist in Neurological Rehabilitation — A Key Ally from Hospital to Everyday Life…

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Post stroke how to maximize neuroplasticity

🧠 Post‑Stroke: How to Optimize the First 3 Months to Maximize Neuroplasticity The post‑stroke period is truly a…

Neurological Rehabilitation and Functional Training in 2026: Technologies That Change Lives…

Move Better and More: The Power of Technology In 2026, modern neurological rehabilitation relies on a fundamental duo:…

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Virtual Reality in Neurological Rehabilitation: Evidence, Clinical Benefits, and Applications

🧠✨ The Use of Virtual Reality Headsets in Neurological Rehabilitation: A Revolution Already Underway Virtual reality (VR) is…

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An electric hope for people living with spinal cord injury

A Breakthrough in Treating Autonomic Dysreflexia After Spinal Cord Injury Autonomic dysreflexia is a serious and potentially life-threatening…

Paralympiques d’hiver de PyeongChang 2018

the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Games

Can’t Wait—We’re Almost There! The PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Games Are Coming! I can’t wait—it’s almost time! From March…

Staying Active at Home When You Have a Disability: Resources and Tips

We all know that physical exercise is good for everyone. But staying motivated to work out at home…

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Your brain continues to produce neurons even as you age

It is worth noting that the question of adult neurogenesis—or the formation of new neurons—remains a topic of…

The Gut Microbiota and the Brain: A Direct Connection Through NOD2

The gut microbiota represents the body’s largest reservoir of bacteria. The relationship between the microbiota and the human…

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The treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS) and the progression of disability

How is disability measured in the case of MS? Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that affects…

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Mirror Therapy

Mirror therapy in neurological rehabilitation Mirror therapy in neurological rehabilitation is a sensory illusion technique classified within cognitive-behavioral…

Alcohol and Health

Alcohol and Health: dispelling the French paradox myth On a global scale, one out of every three individuals…

Rehabilitation and physical health as an essential service

Rehabilitation and physical health as an essential service

With the Covid-19 pandemic, we were forced to realize that the field of rehabilitation and physical health was…

What is Neuroplasticity

What is Neuroplasticity?

You might have already heard “c’est en forgeant qu’on devient forgeron” or as we say in English :…

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The service employment paycheck

If you need help at home, your CLSC must assess your abilities and provide you with the help…

Physiotherapy, kinesiology, occupational therapy in neuro… How to decide?

There many different areas in the health care world. Which professional do you need? This is what we…

Handicap, sexuality and… physiotherapy !

Handicap, sexuality and… physiotherapy !

With Saint Valentine’s Day having just passed, our thoughts were focussed on love, intimacy and sexuality. What about…

Mental Health and Neurological Health

Mental Health and Neurological Health

Mental Health in Québec    On January 31, 2018, Bell hosted the “Bell Let’s Talk” initiative to create…

How will Cannabis Legislation Impact Medical Cannabis?

How will Cannabis Legislation Impact Medical Cannabis?

The upcoming legalization of cannabis has been a hot topic this year. We all know people who use…

New Year’s Resolutions – How do I Make Sure these Changes Stick?

New Year’s Resolutions – How do I Make Sure these Changes Stick?

Happy 2018! We can’t escape it! Every year we make new resolutions. But we know we are not…

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Kinova – assistive arms

Québec is a land of technological innovation – something we can be proud of. Last November we were…

Spasticity, how do we manage it?

Spasticity, how do we manage it?

Spasticity is often associated with neurological difficulties. 65-78% of those who have suffered a spinal injury will experience…

Muscle Soreness after workout – Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness

Muscle Soreness after workout – Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness

  « When I do my workout, I’m worried about doing too much. Sometimes afterwards, I feel bad for…

Report on Montreal’s Adapted Sports’ Conference

Report on Montreal’s Adapted Sports’ Conference

On November 11, Montréal held its very first Conference on Adapted Sports. I had the pleasure of speaking…

Multiple sclerosis and the strategies to “remain connected”

Multiple sclerosis and the strategies to “remain connected”

First, a short review of the facts : Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a degenerative, chronic disease. It cannot be…

Spinal Cord Injury – How to prevent arm pain

Spinal Cord Injury – How to prevent arm pain

With a complete spinal cord injury, when legs cannot move, the independence of the person depends upon the…