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See the latest news, updates and patient stories from the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Six Years of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
To commemorate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s six-year anniversary in our flagship hospital, we’re celebrating bold moves, big bets and breakthroughs that are advancing rehabilitation science and patient care.
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Renewed Vigor Following a Quadruple Amputation
Ethan was enjoying his work as a healthcare consultant after graduating from Northwestern. In January 2015 an infection led to a life-changing outcome..
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Conquering Mountains Following a Spinal Cord Injury
Cameron was camping in Colorado when his life changed forever. He slipped on a rock and hit his head. He was paralyzed and in pain from a spinal cord injury.
Patient Story
RIC Patient Heads to the Paralympic Games
Kelsey was born with scoliosis, kyphosis and diastematomyelia. Our Caring for Kids Program was Kelsey’s introduction to adaptive sports.
Patient Story
Bringing Spinal Cord Science to the Stage
While set in fifteenth century Europe, this production features a 2016 breakthrough: Richard strides across the stage – in a ReWalk exoskeleton.
Patient Story
Full Circle After a Non-Traumatic Brain Injury
Jim experienced a brain embolism brought on by infection and was quickly admitted to an acute-care hospital. After discharge, he came to RIC.
Patient Story
A Life Regained Following Stroke
Walter arrived paralyzed on the right side of his body. He arrived on a Saturday and by Tuesday, he took his first steps. Soon after walking, he didn’t stop.
Patient Story
A Bright Future Following a Traumatic Brain Injury
Kathy heard the words all parents dread: “There’s nothing we can do; prepare for the worst," after her daughter was struck by a drunk driver.
Patient Story
An Unanticipated Head Injury and Incredibly Bright Future
In 2011, Diedre Thomas excitedly dropped her daughter, Shannon, off at college for the first time. Two days later, everything changed.
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Making Waves Following a Spinal Cord Injury
For 22-year-old Austin, the future was bright. On the first day of his family vacation, he sustained a serious spinal cord injury after jumping into the ocean.
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After a Stroke, an Artist Finds Help from Man's Best Friend
After having a stroke while running on the treadmill, Emily found help from an unlikely source, our therapy dog.
Patient Story