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Dr. Sameer Ashaie Honored for Novel Research on Aphasia & Depression

Dr. Sameer Ashaie Honored for Novel Research on Aphasia & Depression

The Tavistock Trust for Aphasia has named Sameer Ashaie, PhD, research scientist II, Center for Aphasia Research and Treatment, as a recipient of its Distinguished Scholar Awards for 2022.

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Behind the Scenes: Prosthetics & Orthotics Lab

You may already know that our prosthetics and orthotics professionals work in close collaboration with clinicians to ensure that patients’ customized devices perfectly meet their needs. But have you seen the P&O Lab, where art and science — and science and care — come together?

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Rob Heitz

Drs. Chen, Jayaraman and Rymer Featured in Documentary About Former Patient

In mid-August, Rob Heitz plans to swim the San Francisco Bay — from Alcatraz Island back to shore — to raise funds and awareness for the Paralysis Recovery Foundation, which he founded. Episode 3 of Escaping Paralysis — a docuseries following Rob's story — includes interviews with three Shirley Ryan AbilityLab experts: David Chen, Arun Jayaraman and Zev Rymer.

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Patients participating in rehabilitation exercise group

Assessing Feasibility, Efficacy, and Acceptability of Visual Feedback during Heart Rate Monitoring in Rehabilitation

We are interested in monitoring patients' heart rates during group and individual rehabilitation sessions that focus on improving endurance.

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Dancer Wellness: Things to Address on a Daily Basis

As a dancer, it is important to stay in-tune with your body and manage your body's health.

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Injury Prevention for Dancers

As a dancer, time is precious – careers are short and the dance world is competitive, so time cannot be wasted with preventable injuries.

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A Tribute to Work and Recovery

Watch Spark! 2022 Video Featuring Patients Stories and “Say I Won’t” by MercyMe

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Adaptive Cycling Group

Exciting Developments with the Adaptive Cycling Program

Updates from our Adaptive Cycling Program.

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Exercise and Physical Activity Surveys: Measurement Validation

In this study, we are looking to validate exercise and physical activity questionnaires compared to an activity monitor.

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Maria Reese, MD

Meet Dr. Maria Reese as She Discusses Performing Arts Medicine

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab's Performing Arts Medicine Program is led by Maria Reese, MD, who treats a new generation of dancers, musicians and actors who need specialized rehabilitation care because of the unique physical and emotional challenges they face.

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Dr. Richard Harvey Returns to WVON's Community Health Focus to Discuss Stroke Recovery

Dr. Richard Harvey Returns to WVON's Community Health Focus to Discuss Stroke Recovery

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Sensory Activities at Home

Children learn with their whole bodies, which is why sensory activities are a very important part of their education and development. Read more for suggested sensory activities that can be done at home.

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