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A Million Dreams at AbilityLab
Just a year after our new research hospital opened, we have already begun to revolutionize rehabilitation for patients with our new translational care model.
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A Rock Concert on the Road to Recovery
One day, physical therapists in the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s Brain Innovation Center spotted a trend: a disproportionate number of patients on the unit had musical propensities.
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Making Waves Following a Spinal Cord Injury
For 22-year-old Austin, the future was bright. On the first day of his family vacation, he sustained a serious spinal cord injury after jumping into the ocean.
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David G. Kabiller Makes Gift to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
AbilityLab has announced a seven-figure gift from David G. Kabiller, Co-founder of AQR Capital Management, a leading global investment management firm.
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An Unanticipated Head Injury and Incredibly Bright Future
In 2011, Diedre Thomas excitedly dropped her daughter, Shannon, off at college for the first time. Two days later, everything changed.
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A Bright Future Following a Traumatic Brain Injury
Kathy heard the words all parents dread: “There’s nothing we can do; prepare for the worst," after her daughter was struck by a drunk driver.
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Research Aids Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Injuries
Registered nurse Samantha had a question she sought out to answer. What types of devices are best at revealing painful pressure sores.
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Sami’s Story: Tackling Life’s Biggest Mountain
A motorcycle accident sent Sami 60 feet down a mountain and resulted in a broken back, spinal cord and five ribs. He traveled over 2,500 miles to AbilityLab.
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Ranked #1 in Rehabilitation by U.S. News & World Report
Top Designation Secured for 28th Consecutive Year
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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.
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Honors Nursing Excellence with the DAISY Award
Abilitylab now participates in the DAISY Awards, a program recognizing nursing excellence and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care of nurses.
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CROR Awarded $4.375 Million to Promote Positive Employment Outcomes
Department of Health and Human Services agency awarded CROR a 5 year grant to research and promote positive employment outcomes for people with disabilities.
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