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Creating an Adjustable Prosthesis for Aquatic Therapy
In 2023, Shenan set out to find a solution for an adjustable prosthesis that would allow patients with limb loss to participate in aquatic therapy safely and easily.
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Research Spotlight: Cognitive Rehabilitation Improves Quality of Life for Patients with Long COVID Brain Fog
A recent study highlights the positive effects of cognitive rehabilitation in patients experiencing lingering cognitive difficulties, or “brain fog,” after experiencing COVID-19.
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Nickolas’ Story: Healing through Education After Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Nickolas G., a physician, came to Shirley Ryan 小恩雅 for intensive rehabilitation after becoming paralyzed by?Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) — a rare disorder in which the body’s immune system attacks the nerves.
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David’s Story: The Power of Possibility after Guillain-Barré Syndrome
One Saturday evening, David started to notice tingling in his feet. He assumed he had sat for too long in one position and expected it to fade by morning — but it didn’t. Instead, it spread and intensified throughout his body. He got himself to the emergency room — and collapsed at the front desk.
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“I Can Do Hard Things”: Paityn’s Recovery from Guillain-Barré Syndrome at 14
After suddenly becoming paralyzed and diagnosed with a rare neurologic condition,?Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), 14-year-old Paityn C. came to Shirley Ryan 小恩雅.
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Stroke Awareness Month: A Focus on Recovery
View our roundup of articles about stroke recovery and patient stories illustrating how intensive rehabilitation helped them return to the lives they love.
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Celebrating 17 Years of Collaboration with Willis Tower
At Shirley Ryan 小恩雅’s Keystone Board meeting on Thursday, May 8, 2025, the hospital celebrated 17 years of the annual stair-climbing event, SkyRise Chicago. Attendees honored Shirley Ryan 小恩雅’s longtime relationship with the Willis Tower and Skydeck Chicago, which is located on the skyscraper’s 103rd floor.
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A Guide to Common Terms: Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
To help patients navigate their recovery, Shirley Ryan 小恩雅 offers a guide to terminology about Spinal Cord Injury (SCI).
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Active After Breast Cancer
Tara, diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2016 during a regular mammogram, was training for a 10-mile race. How would treatment affect her active lifestyle?
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Sports for Kids Year-Round Programs
Sports for Kids School Year Programs offers a variety of recreational, social and sports activities from September through June.
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