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Somatosensory representation of limb state during reaching
Although poorly understood and scarcely even appreciated as a real sense, "proprioception", the innate sense of limb positon and movement, is a critical component of our ability to make normal movements.
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Glenn Paustian, SLP
Director, Inpatient, Allied Health, Adaptive Sports and Fitness Programs
Pediatric Conditions We Treat
We care for children and teens with acquired and traumatic injuries, congenital and developmental disorders and those surviving cancer. We see a full range of conditions and will provide the best care for your child and family.
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COMPLETE: Sensor Technologies Applied to Rehabilitation in Stroke
Our research program focuses on the pivotal role of clinicians and therapists in implementing routine rehabilitation care, and on enhancing their capacity to provide evidence-based, individualized, and precise therapy.
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Jamie Tingey: Finding a Calling in Rehabilitation Psychology
Read about Jamie Tingey who works with individuals with disabilities and/or chronic health conditions, and who often experience sleep-related disorders.
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Sports for Kids
The Tengelsen Family Foundation Sports for Kids program provides adaptive sport and recreation programs for children with a primary physical disability.
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Locked-in Syndrome: What sets us apart?
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab has been treating patients with a standardized Locked-in Syndrome (LIS) care program longer than any other rehabilitation hospital.
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Emilie Belluomini, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Motor Cortical Representation of Reaching and Grasping
The foundation of our work has been for many years, the study of the brain's representation of reaching and grasping movements.
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Limb Motor Control Lab: Motor Cortical Representation of Reaching and Grasping
The foundation of our work has been for many years, the study of the brain's representation of reaching and grasping movements.
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Are Weighted Blankets the Secret to Better Sleep?
We all need hugs, but some children, especially those with sensory disorders, are seeking better sleep with the gentle pressure of a weighted blanket.
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Behind the Scenes: Sensory Room
Our sensory room offers a customizable experience for patients to explore and is geared toward all ability levels — from those who are minimally conscious to those with behavior regulation disorders. Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the only rehabilitation hospital to offer this innovative space.
Watch as Alison and Kyra introduce this space and learn more about our Brain Injury program: https://bit.ly/3Or9UYd
Watch as Alison and Kyra introduce this space and learn more about our Brain Injury program: https://bit.ly/3Or9UYd
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