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Locked-in Syndrome (LIS)
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab has been treating patients with a standardized Locked-in Syndrome (LIS) care program for nearly 20 years — longer than any other rehabilitation hospital.
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Stem-Cell Breakthroughs Promise Novel Treatments for Cerebral Palsy and Related Conditions
Although the cause of CP is a mystery, researchers at RIC are at the forefront to understand, treat, and ultimately cure, this life-long neurological disorder.
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Band-Aid-Like Patch Could Detect Early COVID-19 Symptoms
Researchers working to contain COVID-19 are increasingly turning to these sleek new wearables for a diagnostic solution.
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José Pons, PhD Featured in Crain's People On the Move
People on the move featured article as Dr. Pons joins our teams.
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Rehabilitation Neurology Motor Priming Lab
Our lab investigates and promotes various methods of neural priming for neurorehabilitation in individuals with severe upper limb hemiparesis.
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Dr. Monica Perez Earns NIH Grant
This grant is in recognition of Dr. Perez's distinguished scientific work and her potential for future breakthrough discoveries.
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Laboratory of Engineering for Gait Science (LEGs)
We study the underlying neuralplasticity mechanisms of improved walking function after robotic-assisted locomotor training for patients with neurological injury.
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COMPLETE: Honda Walking Assist Device Home Trial
In this study, we aim to verify the safety and validate the usability of the Honda Walking Assist (HWA) device in the home setting.
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2019 Summer Internship Projects - Part Two
Our 2019 group of summer interns completed a range of research projects at the intersection of clinical science and engineering.
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Tops U.S. News & World Report Ranking for 30th Consecutive Year
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab recognized as the national leader, again, in physical medicine and rehabilitation, topping the U.S. News & World Report list for the 30th consecutive year.
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Research Highlights
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is a global resource. Clinical trials and research studies are where we bring our integrated care to life. We’re committed to Advancing Ability and sharing what we’re doing and what we learn — with all who seek greater ability and practitioners the world over.
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Robotics Lab
Our research is aimed at understanding the sensory-motor system through close interaction with artificial systems & how the brain executes motor behaviors.
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