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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

New study: an app called ICanWALK© teaches people how to safely fit and walk with canes, crutches & walkers using side-by-side video feedback. 12 users tested it. Usability score: 88.3/100 (96th-100th percentile). Led by Maureen O'Brien. Published in Disability and Rehabilitation!

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

New study led by Alfiya Battalova: Disabled cyclists and mobility device users in Metro Vancouver often choose cycle lanes over sidewalks, not because they were designed for them, but because sidewalks fail them first. Researchers call this "unintentional accessibility."

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

New study led by Stephanie Cimino: 7 adults with lower limb amputation used Photovoice to document accessibility barriers and facilitators in their communities, from parking lots and heavy doors to handrails and automatic sensors. Take a read at the graphics to understand more!

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Our recent Open House at GF Strong was a hit! 🪞 Visitors got to try the Smart Mirror, a full-length interactive mirror connecting stroke survivors with their physiotherapist in real time for at-home rehab. Thanks to everyone who came out to see the MATTERS Lab's work in action! 🎬

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Huge congratulations to Dr. Isabelle Rash on successfully defending her PhD dissertation! 🎉 Her research explored how a "smart mirror" could improve telerehabilitation for stroke survivors, going beyond what Zoom can offer for lower-body rehabilitation. Proud to have hosted this work at GF Strong!

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Professor Claudia Galvão, of the Federal University of Paraíba, Brazil, is undertaking the translation and cultural adaptation of the Wheelchair Outcome Measure (WhOM) into Brazilian Portuguese under the guidance of Professor William Miller, as part of her postdoctoral research.

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Adventure mode: ON 🏔 An epic day on the mountain with RAD Society!

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

UBC MOT students got hands-on experience with innovative technologies and mobility devices at the 2025 Assistive Technology and Wheelchair Skills Training Days! A big thank-you to the amazing organizations who shared their expertise and inspired the future OTs.

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

The Peer-HELP study is actively recruiting participants to help improve peer support and social connection in patients with lower limb loss. Take part in a 30–60 minute interview to share your experiences adjusting to life with limb loss and accessing peer support resources.

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

It was wonderful to engage in riveting discussions, international innovation, and explore the beautiful city of Stockholm with friends, colleagues, and MATTERS Lab alumni!

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

We had a great experience attending the ISPO 20th World Congress in Sweden. A global celebration where Adit and Brittany had the privilege of presenting, and a special congratulations to Adit for winning the Best Paper and Poster in the sustainability category! #ISPO2025

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

A great day attending the INCREASE BC conference and supporting our PhD students, Raneem and Brittany, with their respective poster and presentation. Congratulations to Brittany for her 2nd-place award in the 3-Minute Thesis competition!

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

Congratulations to Emma Smith and Adit Dhariwal who have been nominated for the Best Paper and Poster Prize in the category “Greatest Contribution in Advancing Sustainability” at the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) 20th World Congress!

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MATTERS Lab @matterslab.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Happy New Year from the MATTERS Lab! Here is some of our team snowshoeing at Cypress Mountain earlier this week.

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