Not Finding What You're Looking For?
The 25 Most Powerful Women in Chicago
Make It Better proudly presents to you our inaugural list of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Chicago.
News
Row With It: The Incredible Benefits of Rowing
Rowing offers a killer full-body workout and incredible opportunities for engagement with Chicago’s dynamic, dedicated and supportive rowing community.
Blog
The Many Benefits of Aqua Therapy
Aqua therapy is an increasingly popular form of treatment and rehabilitation for patients with a broad range of illnesses and injuries.
News
Performing Arts Medicine
The Performing Arts Medicine Program (PAMP) provides performance oriented medical evaluation and rehabilitation treatments.
Service
Stretchable Electronics a ‘Game Changer’ for Stroke Recovery Treatment
Developed at Northwestern, partnering with AbilityLab, the sensor is the latest of stretchable electronics that are precise enough for advanced medical care.
Press Release
A Body-Machine Interface for Promoting Motor Recovery while Controlling Assistive Devices
Overview of the body-machine interface for promoting motor recovery while controlling assistive devices project.
Research Project
Wheelchair-Based, Robotic, Upper Extremity Exercise and Power- Assisted Propulsion
Develop a robotic, power-assist lever drive for a manual wheelchair that people with severe upper extremity impairment can use to both exercise and ambulate.
Research Project
Wearable Robotics for Fall Prevention
We will develop a portable device that is easy to wear and does not interfere with a patient’s gait, unless when necessary to prevent a fall.
Research Project
Application of Avatar Systems
This project aims at creating 3D environments where patients experience virtual representations of exercise motion through the use of motion detection sensors.
Research Project
Military Sports Program
The Military Sports programs are open to military personnel with a primary physical disability.
Article
New Rehab Hospital Integrates Research and Care in One Facility
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is designed to spur instant collaboration among clinicians and researchers.
News
Smart Wheelchair
We envision a future where autonomy options are available when being fit for a wheelchair, just like the variety of seating options are available today.
Research Project