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Mitra Lavasani, PhD

First-of-Its-Kind Study Reveals How Stem Cell Proteins Restore Aging Tissues

Is there a way to turn back the clock on aging? Mitra Lavasani, PhD, director of the Translational Cell Therapy Lab at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is working with her team to find out.

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Tae Hwan Chung, MD

Tae Hwan Chung, MD, Appointed to Launch POTS and Autonomic Medicine Program

Tae Hwan Chung, MD, one of the world’s foremost experts on POTS and neuromuscular disorders, has been appointed to lead a comprehensive, multidisciplinary POTS and autonomic disorders program at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

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Ventilator weaning patient

Diaphragmatic Ultrasound Leads to Safe, Efficient Ventilator Weaning

As one of the few rehabilitation hospitals in the United States to accept patients on ventilatory support, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab developed a “ventilator liberation” program, a novel approach to ventilator weaning that taps into the hospital’s clinical and research expertise in muscle rehabilitation.

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patient walking

Patient’s Guide to the First 12 Months After Amputation

Compiled by the certified prosthetists and orthotists, this guide outlines common experiences and milestones many patients encounter during the first year after amputation.

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Jerry walking

WGN Spotlights Osseointegration Procedure for Patients With Limb Loss

WGN has aired a “Medical Watch” story featuring 60-year-old Chicagoan, Jerry V., whose leg was amputated after an injury when he was 20. For the past 40 years after his limb loss, Jerry used a traditional prosthesis that would suction to his residual limb. However, discomfort caused by the prosthesis limited how often he would wear it — and he often opted to use his wheelchair or crutches instead.

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Natalie

Natalie’s Story: Post-Surgery Rehabilitation Sparks Future Career in Occupational Therapy

During five months of post-surgery rehabilitation in DayRehab at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Natalie not only discovered new abilities and life skills, but she also made a strong connection with her occupational therapist — and now she is planning to pursue a career in occupational therapy.

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Dr. Samman Shahpar

Dr. Samman Shahpar Promoted to Section Chief of Cancer Rehabilitation

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab has promoted Samman Shahpar, MD, to section chief of cancer rehabilitation, a new role for the organization. This announcement comes as Shirley Ryan AbilityLab focuses on expanding its cancer rehabilitation program to serve more patients with cancer across its system of care.

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Aleks Gebska and Dr. Friedman

Parkinson’s Foundation Features Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Experts in PSA & Web Series

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab clinicians participated in a public service announcement (PSA), “Find Real Answers,” as part of a campaign to provide evidence-based answers to the questions people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) have throughout every stage of the disease.

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Fall Prevention

More Than Balance: Rethinking Fall Prevention in Parkinson’s Disease

Learn common fall risk factors in Parkinson’s Disease and provide practical strategies to improve safety, confidence and independence with everyday movement.

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Charlie

Charlie’s Story: Recovering From Traumatic Brain Injury With Resilience

After Charlie S. experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) at age 10 due to a sledding accident, he spent weeks in a coma and underwent lifesaving surgery before coming to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab for six months of intensive inpatient rehabilitation followed by another five months in DayRehab.

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Kevin’s family

Kevin’s Story: Family Support & Community After Traumatic Brain Injury

When Kevin C. sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) at age 47 after falling down the stairs in his Delaware home, he was fortunate to have the support of his wife, Nichol, and his parents, Terry and Bob.

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PT Sarah Lock

Ask the Expert: PT Sarah Lock on Cerebral Palsy & Early Detection

Sarah Lock, MS, PT, DPT, PCS, offers her knowledge about cerebral palsy (CP), therapeutic interventions for CP and the importance of early detection.

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