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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.
Patient Story
Free Harp Concert
Join Ruth Kamen for a relaxing harp concert and sing-along. This is a free event and is open to all patients, caretakers, and staff.
Event
MRSCICS Matters Newsletter - Summer 2018 Edition
The summer edition of the biannual news letter from the Midwest Regional Spinal Cord Injury Care System (MRSCICS) at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
In the News
FacingDisability Launches New Video Project
FacingDisability launches a video project to allow spinal cord injury (SCI) patients hear form other individuals with SCI about the challenges they have faced.
In the News
SRALab Adaptive Sports are Flying High
For individuals with SC the Adaptive Sports Program offers year-round sports and recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
In the News
Depression & Spinal Cord Injury
Depression is more common in the SCI population— about one in five people. Estimated rates of depression among people with SCI range from 11% to 37%.
In the News
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.
Patient Story
Scoliosis Research Society 22-Item/30-Item
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Activities of Daily LivingLife Participation
Mental Health
Pain
Patient Satisfaction
Positive Affect
Quality of Life
Social Relationships
Stress & Coping
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Patient Reported Outcomescost
$0.00Rehabilitation Measure
Bad Sobernheim Stress Questionnaire - Brace
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Quality of LifeStress & Coping
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minutesAssessment Type
Patient Reported Outcomescost
FreeRehabilitation Measure
Dr. Jayaraman Presents on Wearable Technology at Grand Rounds
Dr. Arun Jayaraman, Director of the Max Nader Lab, spoke on the potential of using wearable technology in rehabilitation for his Grand Rounds presentation.
In the News
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.
Blog
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.
Patient Story