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Limb Loss Awareness Month Recap
Read more about our events for Limb Loss Awareness Month, including advice from Paralympian Patrick Byrne.
In the News
U.S. Finishes 3rd at Powerchair Soccer World Cup — Reflections from Dr. Daniel Goodman & Sarah Mulroe
On October 20, Team USA defeated Argentina, 2-1, to earn a third-place finish at the Powerchair Soccer World Cup in Sydney, Australia.
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Muscle Impairment in Children with Cerebral Palsy: a Role for Muscle Stem Cell Dysfunction and Drug Repurposing
We investigate the role of specific muscle resident stem cells, called satellite cells, in the development of muscle contractures.
Research Project
COMPLETE: Development of a 3D Imaging and Classification System for Exoskeleton Systems
The purpose of this study was to develop a 3D Imaging and Classification System for Exoskeleton Systems.
Research Project
Dr. Brenna Argall wants to make an autonomous wheelchair
Brenna Argall's team is working on creating an autonomous robotic wheelchair.
In the News
Meet Two Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Athletes Competing at the Tokyo Paralympics
Meet Ixhelt Gonzalez and Kelsey LeFevour, two Paralympic athletes with backgrounds at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Blog
Wheelchair Seating and Positioning Center
Individualized seating system can promote good posture, enhance breathing and digestion, prevent complications such as pressure sores and skin irritation.
Service
Dr. Ishan Roy Featured in National Cancer Institute’s Cancer.gov Article on Cachexia
In a recent article published on the National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) Cancer.gov website, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s Ishan Roy, MD, PhD, attending physician, Cancer Rehabilitation Clinic, and research scientist, was featured prominently as an expert on cachexia — a cancer-related muscle-wasting syndrome.
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Volunteer
Our volunteers support this mission in our sites of care throughout the Chicagoland area. Their work truly touches the lives of patients and families.
Service
Clinical Trial: Intuitive Control of a Hybrid Prosthetic Leg During Ambulation
A lightweight powered prosthesis with a safe, intuitive control system.
Research Project
How People With Disabilities Can Overcome Barriers to Physical Activity
Whether people are born with a disability or develop one due to an illness, injury or chronic condition, regular physical activity can help improve quality of life and reduce the risk for other health issues or complications.
Blog
Wheelchair Softball Players Celebrate Ribbon-cutting with Cubs Charities
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab wheelchair softball players participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the renovated adult wheelchair softball diamond in California Park on the city’s North Side.
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