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Newlywed Jordan Embraces New Beginnings Following Stroke At 29
Jordan came to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab for her stroke recovery, which included two multi-week inpatient stays at the flagship hospital in Chicago.
Patient Story
Mobile Rehabilitation for Daily Life Participation Post-Stroke
The researchers will focus on variability in depressed mood and quality of life among stroke survivors, and social support, a protective factor with a potential buffering effect on daily function and mood.
Research Project
Improving Arm Movement After Stroke Using Wearable Device
The Slutzky Neuroprosthetics Lab Team is evaluating a new rehab therapy using wearable devices and a video game interface to improve arm movement after stroke.
Research Project
The Influence of Stroke on Reciprocal Control of the Stretch Reflex During Posture
The purpose of this research study is to better understand how a stroke changes our muscles' ability to maintain postures.
Age Range
35 - 70
Clinical Trial
'Know Stroke' Podcast Features Interview with Dr. Arun Jayaraman
Arun Jayaraman, PT, PhD, executive director, Technology & Innovation Hub (tiHUB), was featured for a special World Stroke Day-themed interview.
In the News
Mark Slutzky's Lab uses video game to help stroke victims
For many stroke patients, regaining mobility can be a long tedious process. But Northwestern University scientists are helping them take back control.
In the News
Wearable tech aids stroke patients
Dr. Arun Jayarman's work of wearable sensors presented at the annual meeting of American Association for the Advancement of Science in Texas featured on BBC.
In the News
New Mom Recovers from Stroke After Birth of First Baby
Heather experienced every new mother's nightmare: a sudden stroke after birth. After visiting RIC, and her family's support, she now keeps up with her son.
Patient Story
Walk This Way to Post-Stroke Recovery
The primary PTs refer patients to gait therapy if walking goals are indicated, usually soon after completion of an initial evaluation.
News
Improving Arm Movement Using Wearable Device After Stroke
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is evaluating a new rehab therapy using wearable devices and a video game interface to improve arm movement after stroke. Participants use these wearable devices, called myoelectric computer interfaces, to play video games using their arm muscles.
Age Range
At least 18 years old
Clinical Trial
New Type of Wearable Electronics Could Boost Stroke Patients’ Recovery
Arun Jayaraman and collaborators Leora Cherney and John Rogers introduce a type of wearable sensor that could bring new ways to monitor recovery after stroke.
In the News
Can H-Reflex down conditioning reduce spasticity in stroke survivors?
The purpose of this study is to study the effects of reflex training as a new intervention to help with spasticity, a motor impairment that can occur during the recovery after a stroke.
Age Range
Adults (18-85)
Clinical Trial
