To date, medical marijuana and the non-intoxicating compound of marijuana, CBD oil, have not been standard treatment options for the symptoms of cerebral palsy (CP) and similar conditions, like hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). A few key studies, however, suggest that they provide benefits in treating some of the symptoms commonly associated with these conditions. These symptoms […]
Assistive Technology Gifts for the Classroom
Looking to get your loved one with a disability something simple to help them ease into the school year? We’ve compiled a list from assistive technology resources across the web to help in your search. Writing assistive technology Speech to text programs: Programs on many different devices help children who struggle with writing by transforming […]
2019 Holiday Gift Guide: Shops That Support People with Disabilities
Looking for gifts that will wow your friends and family while also supporting people with disabilities? You’ve come to the right place! The following stores and online shops are all run by people with disabilities and/or go out of their way to hire employees with disabilities. Allie Art Allie Art is run by Alexandra (“Allie”) […]
Use of Ondansetron (Zofran) During Pregnancy
Ondansetron, or the brand name Zofran, is a powerful antiemetic agent, or drug that is used to treat nausea and vomiting. It has commonly been used to treat nausea and vomiting resulting from chemotherapy, surgery, anesthesia, and radiation therapy (1). It is also used to treat nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP, otherwise known as […]
Adaptive Bike-Sharing on the Rise
Bike-sharing, or the use of rental bikes for transportation in urban areas, has become increasingly popular across the United States. The systems allow riders to pay a fee to ride a bike from one docking station to another. A program in Portland, Oregon, called Adaptive BIKETOWN was the first to implement the use of adaptive […]