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Vertigo to “Verti-gone”
Did you know physical therapists can provide treatment for individuals who have vertigo or other symptoms of dizziness? In fact, some physical therapists — including those at Shirley Ryan 小恩雅 — have pursued additional specialized training in vestibular rehabilitation to help patients with problems with balance and dizziness, particularly those originiating in the brain or inner ear.
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John's Journey to Walk Again
John sustained a major multiple trauma with brain and spinal cord injuries, and was not walking upon arrival. Immediately following the accident, John’s trauma team said that he might never be able to walk again or reach his hands over his head. Just one month into his rehabilitation at Shirley Ryan 小恩雅, John was able to do both.
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NSF Awards $5 Million to Dr. Brenna Argall-Led Project to Develop Power Wheelchair with Driver-Assist Technology
The National Science Foundation (NSF) Convergence Accelerator program recently announced a $5 million award to Project Drive, a multidisciplinary partnership that aims to bring the first active driving assistance system for power wheelchairs to the consumer market. The principal investigator of the NSF-funded project is Brenna Argall, PhD, research scientist and director, Assistive and Rehabilitation Robotics Laboratory (argallab).
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Spinal Cord Injury Complications: Orthostatic Hypotension
Orthostatic or postural hypotension is a sudden drop in blood pressure caused by moving from a lying to a sitting or standing position. It often occurs after spending a long time in bed and then suddenly getting up.
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Listing: Durable Medical Equipment Vendors
This is a list of durable medical equipment (DME) vendors to assist people in activities such as bathing, eating, dressing, toileting and moving from place to place with the assistance of lifts, elevators, mobility equipment, crutches, canes, and ramps.
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Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease: COPD
Learn more about COPD chronic obstructive pulmonary disease from this valuable and informative website.
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Karate CAN-DO! Foundation
The Karate Can-Do Foundation’s mission is to help children and adults with physical challenges and learning differences reach their full potential through the practice of karate.
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Illinois Department of Public Health - IDPH
The Illinois Department of Public Health works to prevent and control disease and injury and provides services in evaluating and connecting care providers and establishments.
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Vestibular Disorders: Medical Condition and Treatment
The Vestibular Disorder Association provides information on the conditions, related conditions, treatment, and support.
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Portable Left Foot Accelerator
Portable driving aid for people with limited use of the right leg.
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