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This Is Why You Absolutely Need To Stop Wearing Shoes In Your House

I always wondered why so many cultures around the world (except for America) left shoes off at or outside the door. Now I know why! You shouldn't wear shoes in your home for several reasons.

10 Things Amputees and People With Limb Differences Want You to Know

You've Heard of Prosthetic Limbs, But What About Prosthetic Voices?

VocaliD creates lifelike voices for those with speech difficulties using a novel, crowdsourced approach. Founder Dr. Rupal Patel explains how you can help.

Machine Learning is Improving The Way These Prosthetic Limbs Perform

Prosthetic limb users may have a bright future to look forward to, in terms of new technology that can and will help them adapt to the challenges of using the tools. AS it …

Need a Hand? This Prosthetic Limb Can Move on Its Own.

Need a hand? This prosthetic limb can move on its own.

Is Damage to Prosthetic Limbs Considered Property Damage or Injury?

Find out if damage to prosthetic limbs is considered to be property damage or personal injury. Contact our attorneys if you were injured.

What are the indications that my toddler needs a speech therapist?

See what our expert says about deciding whether your toddler should be evaluated by a speech therapist.

Researchers trial prosthetic limbs which 'see' and react without thought

The prosthetic limbs react without thinking in the same manner as a natural hand.

What Does a Holistic Health Practitioner Do?

Learn everything you need to know about the roles and responsibilities of a holistic health practitioner.

5 Things You Didn’t Know a Speech Therapist Could Do

Speech therapists, those are the people who spend their time teaching children how to articulate their sounds, but what can they do for adults? Many people know us as the charismatic, children-lov…

5 Early Signs Your Child Might Need A Speech Therapist

A speech therapist is a person who provides speech therapy to patients or individuals. Speech therapy is the process of providing treatment for an individual’s speech and vocal capabilities. These personnel assess, conclude and treat – speech, swallowing, communication and language problems in an affected user, with an aim to restore their capabilities<br>Speech therapy also extends to providing assistance for people who have trouble swallowing…

A Virtual Speech Therapist? It's In the Works

Everyone who has ever tried to master a skill knows the value of “practice makes perfect.” But for people living with aphasia, a communication disorder caused by damage to parts of the brain that contain language centers, practicing language skills is not enough to make real improvements – achieving success also requires feedback. Researchers at Temple …