Blog

AbilityLab Blog

See the latest news, updates and patient stories from Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Ranked No. 1 by U.S. News & World Report for 34th Consecutive Year

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab again has been recognized as the national leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation, topping the U.S. News & World Report list for the 34th consecutive year. It remains the only hospital of any kind to hold this distinction.

Press Release

Displaying 253 - 264 of 295

Blog News Patient Stories Press Releases

A Million Dreams at AbilityLab

Just a year after our new research hospital opened, we have already begun to revolutionize rehabilitation for patients with our new translational care model.

Blog

Joanne C. Smith, MD, with Madeleine Albright

Dr. Smith Honored Alongside Madeleine Albright, Former Secretary of State

Joanne C. Smith, MD, was honored on June 5 by Concern Worldwide with their Women of Concern Humanitarian Award.

Blog

In Golf, New Study Finds Walking is Par for the Course

Walking — and not riding — the golf course provides significantly higher health benefits for those with osteoarthritis.

Blog

Cancer Drug Shows Promise in Treatment of Cerebral Palsy

Drug, combined with physical therapy, has potential to unmask stem cell potential.

Blog

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.

Blog

2 Research Scientists Honored by AIMBE

Wendy Murray, PhD, and James Patton, PhD, were inducted into the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering’s College of Fellows.

Blog

USA Paralympic Sled Hockey Team Earns Gold Medal in Dramatic Fashion

U.S. Paralympic sled hockey players' visit to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, and see how to follow their quest for gold at the 2018 Paralympic Games in South Korea.

Blog

Row With It: The Incredible Benefits of Rowing

Rowing offers a killer full-body workout and incredible opportunities for engagement with Chicago’s dynamic, dedicated and supportive rowing community.

Blog

“Roll on the Hill” Event Spurs New Clinical Trial

Jessica Pedersen advocated for wheelchair users in an effort to prevent back supports and other critical wheelchair components to be grouped into competitive bidding pricing.

Blog