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In a First, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Researchers Observe Muscles Losing Basic Building Blocks After Stroke
“This is the most direct evidence yet that chronic impairments, which place a muscle in a shortened position, are associated with the loss of serial sarcomeres in humans,” said Dr. Murray.
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Behind the PPE – More Q&A with COVID Care Unit Staff
We asked two of our staff members to share their experiences in working with survivors of COVID-19 on our 20th-floor COVID Care Unit.
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Ming Wu, PhD
Research Scientist, Principal Investigator
Associate Professor of Bioengineering, UIC
Adjunct Associate Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, NU
Azra Cikmirovic
Research Administrator II
Linda Morris, PhD, APN, CCNS, FCCM
Director of Nursing Research, APN for Pulmonary Services, Tracheostomy Specialist
Balance in the midst of COVID chaos: Why daily routines matter
“The secret to life is to adjust,” is a phrase often quoted by my parents when I would dig in my heels to protest change. COVID-19 has led many of us to experience a loss of structure, routine and even meaning in daily life. Experiencing a pandemic is uncharted territory. We have been tasked with “adjusting” in all facets of life.
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Kyle’s Story: Back to an Active Lifestyle Following a Brain Injury
A car accident caused Kyle’s severe brain injury, which affected his speech, mobility, memory and activities of daily living.
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In the News: NBC News Features Dr. Jenna Sarna on Psychological Care for Survivors of Gun Violence
A recent story on NBCNews.com highlighted how some unique organizations — including Shirley Ryan AbilityLab — provide psychological treatment, in addition to traditional physical therapy, to patients who survive gun violence. For instance, Jenna Sarna, Psy.D. manager, Psychology/Patient Family Counseling, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, described the psychological support services that she and her colleagues provide these patients.
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Foundations of Adaptive Yoga: Part 2
Building on "Foundations of Adaptive Yoga: Part 1," this class offers more variations for a continued challenge.
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PCT Shakita Carter Honored with BEE Award for Outstanding PCTs
Patient care technician Shakita Carter from the 21st Floor received Shirley Ryan AbilityLab's BEE Award for outstanding PCTs!
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The Physiologist Magazine Highlights Dr. Monica Perez’s Research on Speeding SCI Recovery in Cover Story Feature
The March 2023 issue of The Physiologist Magazine featured a cover story on the groundbreaking Shirley Ryan AbilityLab researcher Monica Perez, PT, PhD, and her career-spanning research to help speed recovery for patients with spinal cord injuries.
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