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The 2 Most Common Myths of Childhood Speech Development
Advice from a speech-language pathologist about two common myths about speech therapy for kids.
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Episode 06: Becoming Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Learn how did the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago become Shirley Ryan AbilityLab -- the first-ever translational research rehabilitation hospital where clinicians and researchers work together in the same space to drive innovation?
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How does a spinal cord injury (SCI) affect breathing?
Not all spinal cord injuries affect breathing. The location of the injury on the spinal cord and the nature of the injury determine whether breathing is affected.
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USGA Hosts Second U.S. Adaptive Open with Help from Clinicians
On July 12, the U.S. Golf Association (USGA) hosted the U.S. Adaptive Open at Pinehurst No. 6. This year marked the second edition of the tournament and, just like last year, was made possible by the vital contributions of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab team members.
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MRSCICS Matters Newsletter
MRSCICS Matters is the newsletter of the Midwest Regional Spinal Cord Injury Care System (MRSCICS). Subscribe to read about topics related to living with a spinal cord injury, updates from the research world, and opportunities for people with spinal cord injury to get involved.
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HCBS Quality Matters Newsletter
Subscribe to the HCBS Quality Matters Newsletter for high-quality, in-depth interviews with service providers, people who receive services, thought leaders and more. Our "Literature Corner" will keep you current on the latest published research related to HCBS.
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CROR Outcomes Newsletter
Subscribe to the CROR Outcomes Newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and issues related to disability and employment, hear from experts in the field, and read about Shirley Ryan AbilityLab staff.
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What is a Ventilator, and How Does it Work?
Traumatic injuries to the spinal cord at the neck-level (cervical) can result in damage to the nerves controlling the breathing muscles. Learn more about how a spinal cord injury (SCI) affects these nerves.
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Soul Moves First
The “Soul Moves First” program for our rehabilitation services, is our way of saying that the spirit needs to move before the body can.
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Pediatric Quality of Life (PedsQL) Inventory Generic Core Scales 4.0
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Rehabilitation Measures Database Infographics
The Rehabilitation Measures Database contains more than 550 measures. Used by clinicians, therapists and doctors, the database receives an average of 5 million views each year. These infographics can help improve understanding of what therapists are measuring and enable patients and their care givers to follow progress. The infographics can be printed and handed out during therapy.
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Peer Mentors Model a Life Well Lived
Returning home after a life-changing illness or injury is a positive step in recovery, but it can take time to adjust. Our peer mentor program helps patients and families through the transition.
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