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Pain and Mental Health - When chronic pain strikes, depression and anxiety can follow

Chronic pain is more than physical. Those who suffer from long-term pain often experience emotional & psychological aspects, particularly depression & anxiety.

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Joanne C. Smith, MD Named to Modern Healthcare’s Top Women Leaders List

In its February 18 issue, Modern Healthcare magazine honored Joanne C. Smith, MD, president and CEO, as one of the Top 25 Women Leaders.

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A physical therapist at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab leads gait training for a patient. The patient’s weight is shared with the lift system, which decreases support as the patient’s ability increases.

Walk This Way to Post-Stroke Recovery

The primary PTs refer patients to gait therapy if walking goals are indicated, usually soon after completion of an initial evaluation.

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Leah

Resilient 6-Year-Old Defies Odds After Weeks-Long Coma: 'We’re Getting Our Little Girl Back'

6 year old Leah Dinchak was hit by a van last AUg., falling into a coma. In Oct., she spoke to NBC5 for the first time since waking up. Now she’s walking again.

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Antonio Davis on the Steve Harvey show

An Inspirational Man who Paints with His Mouth

Past patient, Antonio meets Steve Harvey. Learn about Antonio's extraordinary story of his tragedy turning into triumph realizing his talent in the process.

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2019 USA Sled Hockey Classic

Record 30 teams to compete in 2019 USA Hockey Sled Classic

The tournament presented by NHL brings together those with different backgrounds and skill levels.

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USA Sled Hockey Classic presented by NHL

2018-19 USA Hockey Sled Classic: Presented by the NHL

The ninth USA Hockey Sled Classic, hosted by the Chicago Blackhawks and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, takes place February 7-10, 2019 at MB Ice Arena.

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Todd Kuiken and Frank Ursetta of the Center for Bionic Medicine demonstrated CBM's convertible wheelchair at the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research’s (NIDILRR) 40th anniversary on Thursday, Oct. 18

Center for Bionic Medicine Wheelchair Featured at NIDILRR Celebration

A revolutionary wheelchair developed by SRAlab researchers was prominently featured at a celebration for the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research’s (NIDILRR) 40th anniversary on Thursday, Oct. 18.

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Joanne C. Smith, MD

The Most Powerful Women in Chicago Business

Chicago has a pack of powerful women. They've seized their opportunities, plunged ahead and cultivated communities supportive of others—regardless of barriers.

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CROR Awarded $4.375 Million

CROR Awarded $4.375 Million to Promote Positive Employment Outcomes

Department of Health and Human Services agency awarded CROR a 5 year grant to research and promote positive employment outcomes for people with disabilities.

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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Honors Nursing Excellence with the DAISY Award

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Honors Nursing Excellence with the DAISY Award

Abilitylab now participates in the DAISY Awards, a program recognizing nursing excellence and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care of nurses.

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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab and United Arab Emirates Signing Ceremony

AbilityLab Among Elite Group of Hospitals to Sign Agreements with United Arab Emirates

AbilityLab signed a medical services agreement with UAE that ensures enhanced, timely and efficient medical care for designated Emiratis.

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