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Develop: Technology & Innovation Hub (tiHUB)
We conduct clinical trials and product testing to further the development of rehabilitation technologies and treatments that can enhance patient outcomes.
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LEGs Lab: Improve dynamic lateral balance of humans with SCI
This project will test whether robotic balance training paired with transcutaneous spinal stimulation will be effective in improving dynamic balance and locomotor function in humans with SCI.
Research Project
Constraint induced movement therapy for walking in individuals post stroke
This project tests if the efficacy of locomotor training is improved through the application of constraint induced movement therapy to lower limb
Research Project
Seeking Research Participants for Study on Below-Elbow Amputation
The Center for Bionic Medicine is seeking research participants to complete a study that involves testing a multi-articulating prosthesis in our laboratory and at home.
In the News
WGN Medical Watch Segment Features New Stimulation Device
On March 28, WGN's Medical Watch segment covered the Cionic Neural Sleeve, a new stimulation device that was tested out at a clinic here at the Shirley Ryan Abilitylab.
In the News
Montreal Cognitive Assessment
Area of Assessment
CognitionMovement
Time
minutesAssessment Type
Performance Measurecost
FreeRehabilitation Measure
Improve dynamic lateral balance of humans with SCI
This project will test whether robotic balance training paired with transcutaneous spinal stimulation will be effective in improving dynamic balance and locomotor function in humans with SCI.
Research Project
Timed Backwards Walk
Area of Assessment
Bodily FunctionsTime
minutesAssessment Type
Performance Measurecost
Not FreeRehabilitation Measure
Ashworth Scale / Modified Ashworth Scale
Area of Assessment
Bodily FunctionsTime
minutes , Depends on the number of muscles/joints testedAssessment Type
Observercost
FreeRehabilitation Measure
Nottingham Assessment of Somato-Sensations
Time
minutes , Entire test can take up to 60 minutes, depending on client's sensory impairment.Kenesthesia and Sterognosis tests takeapproximately 15 minutes each.
Assessment Type
Performance Measurecost
Not FreeRehabilitation Measure
Megan McHugh: Dedicated to Improving the Health of Shift Workers
McHugh and her team are now testing whether a primary care clinic, opened in 2018, specifically for employees of the large Illinois manufacturer, can improve their health outcomes.
In the News
Victorian Institute of Sport Assessment (VISA) Questionnaire, Patellar Tendon
Area of Assessment
Bodily FunctionsActivities & Participation
Sensation & Pain
Time
minutesAssessment Type
Patient Reported Outcomescost
FreeRehabilitation Measure
