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COMPLETE: Towards the Development of a 3D Imaging and Classification System for Exoskeleton Systems
This study aims to validate a proposed solution that will provide users a practical way to adjust their exoskeleton/bionic suit's gait to precisely achieve their navigational goals.
Research Project

COMPLETE: Safety and Efficacy of Samsung GEMS-H Device Training in Sub-Acute and Chronic Stroke
The purpose of this research is to determine the effects of gait training with the Samsung
GEMS-H device on walking, balance, nervous system activity, and quality of life in individuals with sub-acute and chronic stroke.
GEMS-H device on walking, balance, nervous system activity, and quality of life in individuals with sub-acute and chronic stroke.
Research Project
Eric Perreault named Northwestern University's vice president for research
Eric J. Perreault has been named Northwestern University’s vice president for research, President Michael Schill and Provost Kathleen Hagerty announced today.
In the News
Joseph Bergen, PT, DPT, Cert. MDT, TPS
Physical Therapist

Dr. Arun Jayaraman and Sara Prokup Featured on CNN
A new Samsung-sponsored video on CNN highlights GEMS, a lightweight, robotic, hip assist hardware/software device. The video also includes soundbites from Arun Jayaraman, PhD, director, Max Näder Lab for Rehabilitation Technologies and Outcomes Research, along with footage of Dr. Jayaraman and Sara Prokup, physical therapist.
Blog
Elizabeth Abraham, RN, BSN, MHA, CRRN
Admission Liaison

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Becomes First-Ever Rehabilitation Hospital to Earn ChildKind International Certification
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab recently became the first rehabilitation hospital ever to be accredited as a ChildKind hospital by ChildKind International (CKI) — recognized for its commitment to pediatric pain prevention as part of its approach to pediatric rehabilitation.
News

Leora Cherney, PhD, Named Research Chair for Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Dr. Cherney to serve as chair of Think + Speak Lab within RIC’s new research hospital.
Press Release
An Adaptive Wearable Balance Trainer
Development of a therapy-ready collaborative balance trainer.
Research Project

What is a Stroke?
Stroke is a sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain that causes brain injury and results in impairment or loss of some functions.
Article

Pablo Celnik, MD, Appointed to Lead Shirley Ryan AbilityLab as Next CEO
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab announced the appointment of its next leader: Pablo Celnik, MD, a physiatrist, physician-scientist and internationally recognized leader in neurologic rehabilitation and academic medicine.
Press Release