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New collaborative publication outlining the crucial role of cullin E3-ligases in muscle homeostasis and some caveats for cancer rehab.
Learn more about the new collaborative publication outlining the crucial role of cullin E3-ligases in muscle homeostasis and some caveats for cancer rehab.
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The Robert R. McCormick Foundation Center for Hope and Equity
Learn more about the Robert R. McCormick Foundation Center for Hope and Equity at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab which was established in 2023 to serve Chicago’s diverse communities.
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Getting Back to Work After COVID-19: Lingering Symptoms Present Challenges for Employers and the ADA
With more than 6 million cases and counting in the U.S., the coronavirus has profoundly affected American life and health.
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COMPLETE: Locomotor Function Following Acute Intermittent Hypoxia and Transcutaneous Electrical Spinal Cord Stimulation in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury
The purpose of this study is to determine if acute intermittent hypoxia therapy (AIH) combined with transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation (tSCS) during ambulation training improves locomotor function in individuals with spinal cord injury.
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Ventilator Weaning
Our vent weaning program is a specialty in itself. Your vent-weaning team has decades of experience in helping SCI patients breathe independently.
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7 Shocking Ways Stress Can Physically Change Your Brain
In small doses, stress can motivate you or keep you safe. Chronic stress can cause all sorts of side effects. It can even cause physical changes in your brain.
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Laura Trainor, PT, DPT
Research Physical Therapist

Crain’s Features Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s ‘Sustainability Guru’ and Eco-Friendly Efforts
In tandem with Earth Day 2024, Crain’s Chicago Business highlighted Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s ongoing sustainability efforts in an article based on a recent interview with the hospital’s executive director, Facilities, Lamar Davis.
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Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale
Area of Assessment
Mental FunctionsBodily Functions
Time
minutesAssessment Type
Patient Reported Outcomescost
Not FreeRehabilitation Measure

Grasp and Release Test
Time
minutes , Varies based on number of objects the participant is able to manipulate; 90-150 minutes including pretest (Stroh-Woulle et al., 1994).Assessment Type
Performance Measurecost
Not FreeRehabilitation Measure

Bow and Lean Test
Area of Assessment
VestibularTime
minutesAssessment Type
Observercost
FreeRehabilitation Measure

Vestibular Activities and Participation Measure
Area of Assessment
Activities & ParticipationBodily Functions
Vestibular
Time
minutesAssessment Type
Patient Reported Outcomescost
FreeRehabilitation Measure