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Paralyzed Chicago Gunshot Victims Get GEDs
Leo Leyva was shot when he was 18, and sustained a SCI that left him paralyzed. Thanks to AbilityLab, he has a new lease on life and his GED.
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Hospital Receives Top National Design Award
Architectural firms HDR and Gensler, in association with CWa, tackled the collaborative process needed to help build the worlds first and only AbilityLab.
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Bears on the Loose at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
In August, our pediatric patients in the Caring for Kids program received a special “Bear Hugs” visit from the Chicago Bears. Watch the video now!
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Transforming Rehabilitation Through Translational Research
The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is aiming to utilize translational research at its highest level. And, as a physical therapist, Meghan has a front-row seat.
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Former Miss America Contestant Tries Out Mind-Controlled Bionic Arm
Born without a left forearm, Nicole competed in pageants and became Miss Iowa. She gained a large social following and now shows off a custom-made bionic arm.
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Alumni News: Dr Sliwa's Farewell
Dr. Silwa steps down after 30 years as the Residency Program Director and thanks all those who have made the job some meaningful.
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USA Paralympic Sled Hockey Team Earns Gold Medal in Dramatic Fashion
U.S. Paralympic sled hockey players' visit to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, and see how to follow their quest for gold at the 2018 Paralympic Games in South Korea.
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2 Research Scientists Honored by AIMBE
Wendy Murray, PhD, and James Patton, PhD, were inducted into the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering’s College of Fellows.
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A Teen’s Guide to Test Anxiety
Students experience stress before and during exams. Knowing how to approach tests can help effectively manage anxiety, for better physical and mental health.
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New Wheelchair Lets Users Move While Standing Up or Sitting Down
The engineers at Center for Bionic Medicine in AbilityLab have created the first manual wheelchair that allows users to move while in both standing and seated.
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