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Ming Wu, PhD
Research Scientist, Principal Investigator
Associate Professor of Bioengineering, UIC
Adjunct Associate Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, NU
Back to Life Following a Shoulder Replacement
Terri Marcus was living an active life. Shoulder pain steadily made it difficult to do basic tasks. She turned to RIC for help managing her pain.
Patient Story
Passionate Return to Nursing: Mylene's Purpose
Mylene Lagaya, RN, registered nurse 2, Pain Management Center — who has been with SRAlab for five years — shares how a car accident as teen led her to a career helping others in a full-circle moment.
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AbilityLab Team Authors Study on Preventing Nerve Injuries Acquired in the ICU by Patients with Severe COVID
A new study identified the cause of — and hope for the potential prevention of — nerve injuries in patients treated in the intensive care unit for severe COVID-19.
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FAQs
Get answers to your questions — whether you’re a prospective patient or inquiring on behalf of one — about the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
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Intrepid, Joyful Lewis Takes SCI Rehabilitation by Storm
Lewis wants to help others who are on similar journeys. “I would love to show people who have spinal cord injuries that there are always possibilities. I want to be a leader, sharing my positivity — especially in Kenya.”
Patient Story
Strength and Bone Resilience Group Class
Join our Strength and Bone Resilience Group Class for a tailored fitness experience focusing on muscle strengthening and safe lifting techniques.
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Physical Therapist Sam Pietrzak Shares Her 'Why'
Samantha Pietrzak, senior physical therapist, Margaret & Mark Stephan Legs + Walking Lab, has been with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab for three years. Why? She credits a top-to-bottom dedication to excellence and mentoring that creates benefits for team members and patients.
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What to Expect During Your Stay
Learn about the experience of a patient and family’s stay at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
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Tim Tansey: Dedicated to Finding Ways to Support People with Disabilities Find or Get Back to Work
Learn more about Tim Tansey and his dedication to finding ways to support people with disabilities find or get back to work.
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Limb Loss Awareness Month Recap
Read more about our events for Limb Loss Awareness Month, including advice from Paralympian Patrick Byrne.
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How Sled Hockey Helped Paralympian Josh Misiewicz Recover from Limb Loss
Paralympian Josh Misiewicz describes how playing sled hockey helped him recover from limb loss. "I don’t know where I’d be without it," he says.
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