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CLOSER LOOK: Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day
On National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day, here's a closer look at what this condition means for people all over the world.
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Specialized Immune Cells May Improve Early Detection of Parkinson’s Disease
The elevated presence of specialized immune cells called alpha-synuclein reactive T-cells found in patients prior to developing motor symptoms and receiving a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, suggests that increased reactivity of these cells may be present long before clinical diagnosis.
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Derek Daniels: Adaptive sports program director brings out the best in others
Highlighting the director of adaptive sports and fitness at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Derek Daniels shares what its like couching adaptive sports.
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At Home Workout: PWR!Moves Exercises
PWR!Moves Exercise is specifically designed to help individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease to use exercise for symptom management.
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Woman struck by stray bullet during West Englewood drive-by released from hospital
She was taken to Christ Hospital in critical condition and then treated at Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. She had to re-learn how to walk and talk.
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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.
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A Day to Celebrate – Michael’s Stroke Anniversary
Each January 3rd, Michael V. reflects on the day six years ago that radically changed his life. But this is also a day that he chooses to celebrate. Read why Michael says his stroke anniversary is a day to celebrate.
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Surviving Holiday Meals with Picky Eaters (Part One): Preparation
The holidays can be a stressful time for families, especially those with picky eaters. Most holiday traditions center around food and, unfortunately, many of these foods are not high on the “preferred food lists” of picky eaters (e.g., green bean casseroles, Brussels sprouts, etc).
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At Home Workout: Boxing
This boxing routine is intended to work primarily on upper body strength and endurance, posture, coordination and balance. These exercises can be performed either sitting or standing.
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What is the LIFE Center?
Experiencing a life-changing event can be challenging — finding information should not be one of those challenges.
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