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Mountain Bike

Team Effort: Building an Adaptive Mountain Bike Together

A group of more than 10 Shirley Ryan AbilityLab staff, volunteers and adaptive athletes recently came together at the rehabilitation hospital for a unique opportunity — the assembly of a new adaptive mountain bike using a free, open-source design.

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Gait belt

Gait Belts Provide Support Every Step of the Way

Though a gait belt might seem simple at first glance, this common and extremely helpful tool plays an important role in keeping individuals safe and supported as they make progress in their balance, strength, coordination and mobility.

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Research Spotlight: Predicting Pediatric Surgery Complications with Wearables

A new study published in Science Advances — and led by researchers at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, the Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and University of Alabama at Birmingham — is the first to use consumer wearables to quickly and precisely predict postoperative complications in children and shows potential for facilitating faster treatment and care.

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Orthotics

A Guide to Common Terms: Part 2 — Orthotics

When it comes to orthotics, the numerous technical terms and acronyms can be daunting for a patient. To help patients navigate their journey, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab continues its guide to common terminology.

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Prosthetics

A Guide to Common Terms: Part 1 — Prosthetics

Prosthetic devices can be game-changing for patients who have experienced limb loss or who were born with a limb difference. Prostheses enable people to live productive and rewarding lives by helping to support their function, mobility and independence.

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Wheelchair at the beach

Fun in the Sand with a Wheelchair: Beach Days Made Easier & Safer

As summer gets underway, wheelchair users shouldn’t give up on beach fun. With the right equipment, planning and a few helpful tips, the beach is absolutely within reach.

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Ishan Roy, MD, PhD

Ask the Expert: Ishan Roy, MD, PhD, on Cancer Rehabilitation

“Whether you're newly diagnosed with cancer, in treatment, or a long-term survivor, rehabilitation can help improve your function, strength and quality of life.” In honor of National Cancer Survivors Month this June, we invited Shirley Ryan AbilityLab attending physician Ishan Roy, MD, PhD, to answer audience questions about cancer rehabilitation and research for our monthly “Ask the Expert” series.

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Katharine McPhee

Katharine McPhee Sings with Pediatric Patients during Visit to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab recently welcomed chart-topping artist Katharine McPhee for a tour of the rehabilitation hospital — and, during her visit, she treated the hospital’s pediatric patients to a few of her favorite songs.

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Spinal Cord Injury

A Guide to Common Terms: Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)

To help patients navigate their recovery, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a guide to terminology about Spinal Cord Injury (SCI).

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Jordan walking

Stroke Awareness Month: A Focus on Recovery

View our roundup of articles about stroke recovery and patient stories illustrating how intensive rehabilitation helped them return to the lives they love.

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Grissom

Ask the Expert: Matthew Grissom, RN, on Rehabilitation Nursing

In the following Q&A, Matthew shares his experiences as a rehabilitation nurse:

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brain fog

Research Spotlight: Cognitive Rehabilitation Improves Quality of Life for Patients with Long COVID Brain Fog

A recent study highlights the positive effects of cognitive rehabilitation in patients experiencing lingering cognitive difficulties, or “brain fog,” after experiencing COVID-19.

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