Category Archives: Media Coverage

by | June 18, 2014 · 12:19 pm

Media Visits iDAPT

Recently,  The Star and the CBC’s “The National” came to explore the numerous innovations incubated at the iDAPT facility.  For a look into what the reporters had to say about the projects at Toronto rehab, follow the links below.  All of the articles have a clear objective of showing the emphasis and the impact  that these projects could have on the everyday life of the general public, particularly on the growing senior population.

Toronto Star Papers

Driving simulator may keep some drivers safely on the road for longer
New inventions to keep seniors safe at home
CBC

 

 

 

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by | February 28, 2013 · 8:56 pm

Global Edmonton Article on WinterLab

Global Edmonton | Canadian scientists study snow slips and falls in winter laboratory

 

Slipping on ice or snow is a rite of passage in Canadian winters. But a group of scientists working in an ice-rink laboratory are looking into how to avoid those nasty wipe outs that leave us with sprained ankles, thrown backs and broken bones.

In the WinterLab at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, researchers don parkas, scarves and hats to brave subzero temperatures and walk on icy surfaces to see how Canadians can avoid falling.

 

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