What is Interstitial Cystitis? Well, it is a chronic condition that deals with issues of the bladder. It is more commonly known as painful bladder syndrome or PBS. Painful Bladder Syndrome (PBS) This disorder is typically found in women, although it can affect men as well. In rare cases, children are diagnosed with PBS. The […]

Today, there is an estimated 200,000 Canadians that are amputees. With a number that high, it’s important to understand how an amputation can affect you. For instance, amputees are often eligible for disability tax credit, which can help ease financial burdens. Here, we tell you everything you need to know about Disability Tax Credit for […]

Now that you have an idea what a Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is, it would be prudent to determine whether you or your loved ones meet the Disability Tax Credit eligibility requirements. Trying to familiarize yourself with the DTC while at the same time dealing with your own, or a loved one’s, new or chronic […]

Living with a disability is never easy, especially if you are out of work, unable to work, and have financial responsibilities that you have to keep pace with. Like most people, you have bills to pay and Canadian disability benefits can help you and your family get by until you’re on your feet again. The […]

ADVANCEMENTS ARE IMPROVING LIVES Due to advancements in many areas of our lives, aging with a disability may not be as challenging as it was in previous times. Science, medicine, technology, and civil rights have all combined to provide people with disabilities a more equitable place in society, and a more comfortable way of living. […]

People suffering from Fibromyalgia have a really hard time dealing with their disability and are sometimes even pushed to retire prematurely. They are usually dealing with a lot of pain which can lead to them being unable to conduct daily activities. A recent article in Fibromyalgia News Today by Robin Dix talks about a study […]

The spinal column is used for more than just keeping the body upright. All neurological activity from the brain to the body below the head is carried through the spinal cord within the spinal canal. Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal which results in a pinching of the spinal cord. Symptoms of […]

ADHD research is a hot topic of discussion in medical circles these days with the number of purported cases exploding and medical science at a loss to explain why. Any time the hard science in a particular field seems incomplete or inconclusive you can be sure there will be plenty of snake oil salesmen willing […]

A tendon is a cord-like material that attaches muscle to bone. When you flex a muscle the tendon pulls on the bone and movement is achieved. On occasion, a tendon is asked to do too much and breaks down resulting in pain and inflammation. This condition is known as “tendinitis” and it afflicts millions of […]

Tendons are the thick, super-strong, rope-like material that connects the end of your muscles to your bones. If you subject one of your tendons to overuse, pain and inflammation can result. This is called tendinitis. The condition can strike anyone but most commonly afflicts those who engage in regular, repetitive physical activity like: Tennis players […]