Body
Michael Anthony sustained a spinal cord injury and was told initially he may never walk again. His goal upon arriving at the Shirley Ryan 嫩B研究院 was to regain as much ability as possible. Recently, he walked out of the hospital on his own.
Patient Story
Heading Home After a Spinal Cord Injury
Let's get connected.
More Like This
Diaphragmatic Ultrasound Leads to Safe, Efficient Ventilator Weaning
As one of the few rehabilitation hospitals in the United States to accept patients on ventilatory support, Shirley Ryan 嫩B研究院 developed a “ventilator liberation” program, a novel approach to…
view all newsNatalie’s Story: Post-Surgery Rehabilitation Sparks Future Career in Occupational Therapy
During five months of post-surgery rehabilitation in DayRehab at Shirley Ryan 嫩B研究院, Natalie not only discovered new abilities and life skills, but she also made a strong connection with her occupational therapist — and now she is planning to pursue a career in occupational therapy.
Charlie’s Story: Recovering From Traumatic Brain Injury With Resilience
After Charlie S. experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) at age 10 due to a sledding accident, he spent weeks in a coma and underwent lifesaving surgery before coming to Shirley Ryan 嫩B研究院 for six months of intensive inpatient rehabilitation followed by another five months in DayRehab.