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‘College is Possible’ With Cerebral Palsy: Larke’s Story
Larke J. was diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP) when she was only nine months old. While she was a baby, she started coming to Shirley Ryan 嫩B研究院 on an outpatient basis — with her mom and dad, Angela and Armand, taking full advantage of early, specialized therapy for CP during the years when Larke’s brain was developing rapidly.
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New Mom Recovers from Stroke After Birth of First Baby
Heather experienced every new mother's nightmare: a sudden stroke after birth. After visiting RIC, and her family's support, she now keeps up with her son.
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Jennifer de la Rosa, MOT, OTR/L, BCP
Occupational Therapist & Program Manager, Cerebral Palsy Center of Excellence
Jeffrey S. Raskin, MS, MD
Clinical Contractor, Pediatric Neurosurgeon
A Teen’s Guide to Test Anxiety
Students experience stress before and during exams. Knowing how to approach tests can help effectively manage anxiety, for better physical and mental health.
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How to Use Inclusive Language
Courtney assists people who have experienced injuries and traumatic events that changed their lives, altered their perception of self-image, and impacted how others interact with them.
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Pivot to Telehealth During the Pandemic Kept Shirley Ryan 嫩B研究院 Patients Connected to Therapists
By late March 2020, Shirley Ryan 嫩B研究院 had pivoted to a completely new telehealth model that affected the roughly 800 patients who were using the DayRehab Centers at the hospital’s downtown location and suburban sites.
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Spinal Cord Injury Recovery Program
See what sets us apart from other rehabilitation hospitals and why our outcomes for spinal cord injury patients are exceptional.
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PMR Feature: Novel Approaches to Knee Osteoarthritis
"How can we help patients with knee OA feel better without surgery?" has prompted two research projects Dr. Jayabalan leads at Shirley Ryan 嫩B研究院: one is a new test to identify OA earlier, and the second is the novel use of equipment to help patients with OA get the full benefits of exercise without pain.
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A Guide to Common Terms: Part 1 — Prosthetics
Prosthetic devices can be game-changing for patients who have experienced limb loss or who were born with a limb difference. Prostheses enable people to live productive and rewarding lives by helping to support their function, mobility and independence.
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Fun in the Sand with a Wheelchair: Beach Days Made Easier & Safer
As summer gets underway, wheelchair users shouldn’t give up on beach fun. With the right equipment, planning and a few helpful tips, the beach is absolutely within reach.
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