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Targeted Muscle Reinnervation: A Neural Interface for Artificial Limbs
During TMSKR nerves in an amputee’s residual arm are transferred to target muscles that no longer perform a useful function because of the amputation.
Research Project
Active After Breast Cancer
Tara, diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2016 during a regular mammogram, was training for a 10-mile race. How would treatment affect her active lifestyle?
Patient Story
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Back to College After a Traumatic Brain Injury
Brett suffered a severe TBI after a skiing accident. Through our Amicous Program, daily speech therapy and inpatient care he walked out of the hospital.
Patient Story
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Patient Rooms & Amenities
All private patient rooms, garden spaces, robust dining options and more wait for each patient and their loved ones.
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Application of Targeted Reinnervation for People With Transradial Amputation
We will quantify the effect of TMR on persons with below-elbow (transradial) amputation.
Research Project
Manual Standing Wheelchair
Researchers at the AbilityLab have designed the first-ever manual standing wheelchair that allows users to be mobile in both sitting and standing modes.
Research Project
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Altering Activation Patterns in the Distal Upper Extremity After Stroke
This study evaluates a rehab approach for stroke survivors where the combination of drug therapy & AMP is used to encourage voluntary muscle control & strength.
Research Project
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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
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Internships with the Adaptive Sports + Fitness Program and Therapeutic Recreation
An internship with Adaptive Sports and Fitness offers unparalleled access to hands-on, real-life work experience in a dynamic environment at a rehab hospital.
These disciplines work together to help our clients meet their goals. Shirley Ryan AbilityLab's Adaptive Sports and Fitness Program and Clinical Therapeutic Recreation Program routinely collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, and other professionals within the hospital, as part of a comprehensive system of care aimed at enhancing a person’s quality of life.
These disciplines work together to help our clients meet their goals. Shirley Ryan AbilityLab's Adaptive Sports and Fitness Program and Clinical Therapeutic Recreation Program routinely collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, and other professionals within the hospital, as part of a comprehensive system of care aimed at enhancing a person’s quality of life.
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Boccia
Boccia is one of the many recreational activities hosted by AbilityLab's Adaptive Sports and Fitness Program
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Sports for Kids Year-Round Programs
Sports for Kids School Year Programs offers a variety of recreational, social and sports activities from September through June.
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Motor Impairment Related Changes in Muscles Properties in Chronic Stroke
Interested in understanding if the chronic neural impairments & disuse of the upper limb associated with hemiparetic stroke lead to changes in muscle structure
Research Project