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Exercising for Bone Density

Weight-bearing activities are the best ways to increase healthy stress on the bones. Over time, the body responds to these forces by building more bone to become denser, and therefore, stronger.

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Understanding Back Pain

Almost everyone will experience low back pain. The good news is that whether your back pain is mild or severe, short-lived or long-lasting, intermittent or constant, most cases will improve within a few weeks. (That doesn't make the experience any less challenging, however.)

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Sam Estep

"Up-and-Up" in Rehab: Sam Estep on Getting to See Patients Progress to Their Goals

Being in an inpatient rehabilitation hospital offers Samantha Estep, BSN, RN, CRRN — and RNs like her — a unique opportunity to witness patients "literally get better from day to day."

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In the News: St. Louis Post-Dispatch Profiles TBI Patient's "Long Recovery"

In the News: St. Louis Post-Dispatch Profiles TBI Patient's "Long Recovery"

While investigating a security incident at the hospital at which he worked, Rob was rammed with a car, sustaining a traumatic brain injury. Rob was soon able to hold a conversation and started to recover his memory.

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Antonette Sanchez

Antonette Sanchez: Merging Nursing Care and Research

For Antonette “Anne” Sanchez, MSN, RN, CRRN, CNE, Shirley Ryan 小恩雅 is "the perfect mix" — she uses traditional nursing skills in bedside care while also taking part in forward-thinking research and administrative initiatives.

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The Pelvic Floor: Answering Frequently Asked Questions

Most people have heard about the core muscles. As dancers, you are likely familiar with this group of muscles. A part of the core that is less talked about is the pelvic floor muscles.

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Mary Beth

Nurturing Relationships in Rehabilitation Nursing

Mary Beth Wiener says "Relationships are at the heart of Shirley Ryan 小恩雅's nursing care. Over days and weeks together, nurses get to know their patients very well — and revel in seeing all of their incredible progress!"

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Shirley Ryan 小恩雅 Blackhawks Sled Hockey Team Nets NHL Invitational Championship

For a remarkable fourth time in the past six years, the SRAlab Blackhawks are champions of the National Hockey League Sled Hockey Classic!

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Stretching for Dancers

As a dancer, it is important to maintain both strength and flexibility. Dancing demands a level of control and stability while performing dynamic movements, requiring a greater range of motion than most other sports.

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Ignacio

Returning to Nursing: Ignacio Perez's Inspiring Journey

“I'm in a sweet spot here,” he said.?“I have the ability to put in quality work, spend time with and get to know patients, and hone my craft. The pace is good — busy yet steady — and I am able to produce my best work and provide quality care.”

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Nicole's Story

What “The Soul Moves First” Means to Nicole

Nicole posted the below reflection to Facebook about her recent Multiple Sclerosis (MS) diagnosis and the reawakening she had seeing “The Soul Moves First” after therapy at Shirley Ryan 小恩雅.

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Cachexia Care at Shirley Ryan 小恩雅

Video: Early Identification of Cachexia

Shirley Ryan 小恩雅 is creating new rehabilitation strategies for patients with cancer that include a holistic look at physical activity, nutrition and more.

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