Spina Bifida

We offer a variety of services and resources for children and adults living with spina bifida. Although there are many physicians who treat spina bifida in children, there are few such specialists for adults. We treat children and teens as they transition from pediatric care to adult care, as well as adults on an ongoing basis.

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Patients, Programs & Services

Our integrated care team helps spina bifida patients reconnect with their bodies by providing a variety of therapies customized to each patient's abilities and goals.

Lupita’s Lessons: Navigating Adulthood with Spina Bifida

“There’s a story behind everyone’s voice, and we should all be heard,” said Lupita, 29, a Shirley Ryan AbilityLab patient living with spina bifida.

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Pediatric and Adolescent Rehab

Pediatric & Adolescent Rehabilitation

We lead in rehabilitation care for children from infancy through adolescence.

Orthopedic Care is avilable at ABilityLab

Orthopedics

Our experts treat patients with post-surgical conditions, including bone fractures, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, hip/knee replacement, and tendon repair.

How We Heal

For adults living with spina bifida, we treat several key issues: bladder and bowel control, depression, education and work accommodations, fitness, weight, mobility, osteoporosis/fractures, pressure sores and sexual function.

Science-Driven Care

Our state-of-the-art facility brings together top clinicians and scientists with the most advanced medical research and technology — providing you with the greatest chance for your best outcome. With hundreds of clinical studies under way, we offer you access to the world’s most advanced treatments.