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Young Father Sets Sights on Recovery Following Tractor-Trailer Accident
Nov. 2017, Colton, a farmer & father, was driving his family’s tractor-trailer for the last run of the day in Indiana, when it collided with another 18-wheeler.
Patient Story
What is a Stroke?
Stroke is a sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain that causes brain injury and results in impairment or loss of some functions.
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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).
Blog
Research Spotlight: How Much Do People with Aphasia Really Talk in the Real World?
A new, first-of-its-kind study from the Center for Aphasia Research & Treatment at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab explores how limited “talk time” truly is among individuals with aphasia. Findings revealed that people with aphasia talk for less than one minute per hour.
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Open-source Bionic Leg: First-of-its-kind Platform Aims to Rapidly Advance Prosthetics
A new open-source, artificially intelligent prosthetic leg designed by University of Michigan and AbilityLab is now available to the scientific community.
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Prosthetics & Orthotics
Certified prosthetics and orthotics clinicians, working collaboratively with your doctors and therapists to deliver your customized device needs.
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Melody Yang, PhD, OT: Finding Ways to Remove Barriers for People With Disabilities is Her Passion
In the News
Depression & Spinal Cord Injury
Depression is more common in the SCI population— about one in five people. Estimated rates of depression among people with SCI range from 11% to 37%.
In the News
Dr. Monica Perez Earns NIH Grant
This grant is in recognition of Dr. Perez's distinguished scientific work and her potential for future breakthrough discoveries.
In the News
"I am Determined" Michelle Clemens' Miracle Journey
"I am determined." Has been Michelle's mantra after May 11, 2017, when a debilitating headache led her father to rush her to the hospital.
Patient Story
Joe’s Story: Gaining Patience & Perspective in the Face of Post-stroke Language Recovery
One morning while he was getting ready for work, Joe had a stroke, triggered by a blocked carotid artery. In addition to mobility issues and other physical impairments, Joe experienced aphasia and apraxia, communication disorders that can occur after a stroke.
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