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Development of motor cortical interfaces for control of reaching, grasping and locomotion
Using multi-electrode array technology and the basic principles we and other labs have discerned through basic research, we are working to develop neural interfaces that allow us to read out detailed information about arm movements from the motor cortex.
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Foot and Ankle Ability Measures
Area of Assessment
Activities of Daily LivingFunctional Mobility
Gait
Life Participation
Occupational Performance
Time
minutesAssessment Type
Patient Reported Outcomescost
FreeRehabilitation Measure
Comprehensive Coordination Scale
Area of Assessment
CoordinationTime
minutesAssessment Type
Performance Measurecost
$0.00Rehabilitation Measure
Study Supports Need for Standardized Measures of Orthosis Performance and Patient Satisfaction
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that almost 2 million people in the U.S. use an orthotic device. While some orthoses are prefabricated, some patients require a custom-made device. In that case, orthotists make plaster casts of the patient’s limb and craft the orthosis to fit as well as possible.
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Neuromuscular Recovery Scale
Area of Assessment
Functional MobilityGait
Range of Motion
Seating
Strength
Time
minutescost
$250.00Rehabilitation Measure
Meet Dr. Maria Reese as She Discusses Performing Arts Medicine
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab's Performing Arts Medicine Program is led by Maria Reese, MD, who treats a new generation of dancers, musicians and actors who need specialized rehabilitation care because of the unique physical and emotional challenges they face.
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2024 Impact Report: Recovery Reimagined
Through the generosity of donors in fiscal year 2024, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab was able to fund vital programs, including community-based Quality of Life Programs, research initiatives and medical education programs.
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A Minimally Invasive Tool to Measure Muscle Impairment
A minimally invasive technique that measures the contraction of living muscle tissue could be an alternative to the painful muscle biopsies.
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COVID-19 Pandemic Strains System for People With Dual Diagnoses of Mental Health Issues and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Home-and-community-based services (HCBS) cover a wide variety of supports, from personal care needs to health promotion and disease prevention, for people with disabilities and older adults.
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Tiny Machine Poised to Unlock Brain’s Mysteries
A team of scientists, led by researchers has developed novel technology promising to increase understanding of how brains develop, and offer answers on repairing brains in the wake of neurotrauma and neurodegenerative diseases.
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