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COMPLETE: Evaluation of a Soft Exosuit for Acute Stroke Recovery
The first arm of this study aims to develop individualized controller parameters and a training progression program for inpatients post stroke utilizing the soft exo suit.
Research Project
A Life Regained Following Stroke
Walter arrived paralyzed on the right side of his body. He arrived on a Saturday and by Tuesday, he took his first steps. Soon after walking, he didn’t stop.
Patient Story
"Worse Than Cancer" COVID Survivor Recounts in Vivid Detail His Six-Week Recovery
ABC’s Good Morning America recently published a short film featuring world-renowned documentary filmmaker Gordon Quinn on his experiences as a patient with COVID-19.
News
Wheelchair Basketball
The basketball program promotes growth in fundamental skills of basketball while teaching life skills of sportsmanship, dedication, & friendships.
Blog
How Focused Breathing Can Help Beat Everyday Stress
Relaxation techniques targeted at decreasing and managing tension are highly successful in the reduction of stress, and also are effective in reducing pain.
Blog
Conquering Mountains Following a Spinal Cord Injury
Cameron was camping in Colorado when his life changed forever. He slipped on a rock and hit his head. He was paralyzed and in pain from a spinal cord injury.
Patient Story
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Research Scientist and Patient Featured in FOX 32 Chicago Segment About Self-Driving Wheelchair Technology
A recent “Breaking Barriers” segment on FOX 32 Chicago showcased an assistive technology “gamechanger” currently in development at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab — the autonomous, self-driving wheelchair.
News
Scientist Receives Prestigious National Science Foundation Award
The National Science Foundation has named AbilityLab’s Brenna Argall, PhD as recipient of a Faculty Early Career Development Program Award.
News
Elaina Dixon
Clinical Team Lead
