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WearRAcon Virtual 2020
Several of our researchers attended and presented this week at WearRAcon Virtual, a two-day webinar hosted by the Wearable Robotics Association.
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A Pilot Investigation to Determine if Pathogens are Present on Gel Liners Worn by Amputees
This project will explore the correlation of potentially harmful bacteria to various liner conditions such as age of the liner, material properties, and patient hygiene practices.
Research Project
Join the CHAT - A Community of Hand Ability Training
The Perez Lab team exclusively offers FREE hand training for ANYONE with a neurological condition that affects the function of their hands, including but not limited to: Spinal Cord Injury (Any level), Stroke, MS, Parkinson's, ALS, etc. We use a combination of games, cutting-edge robotics, sensors, and upper body exercises to help people improve the function of their hands in terms of pinching, grasping, and dexterity. Come by any time 8:30AM-4PM Monday-Friday and meet us!
Research Project
Mark Slutzky's Lab uses video game to help stroke victims
For many stroke patients, regaining mobility can be a long tedious process. But Northwestern University scientists are helping them take back control.
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Science News article: It's no Fortnite,but it's helping stroke survivors move again.
Severely impaired stroke survivors are regaining function in their arms after sometimes decades of immobility, thanks to a new video game-led training device invented by Northwestern Medicine scientists.
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Neuromodulation Research Study
Using transcranial magnetic stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation, and exercise to expedite recovery from cervical spinal cord injury.
Research Project
Evaluation of Powered Lower Limb Prostheses
To refine and evaluate socket design, mechanical components, control mechanisms, control electronics and training of powered lower limb prosthetic devices for amputees.
Age Range
Ages 18-95
Clinical Trial
Quantitative Measurement of Cognitive Workload via EEG during Ambulation
The purpose of this study is to measure cognitive workload via EEG during ambulation.
Age Range
Ages 18-95
Clinical Trial
Testimonial- Phil
Powerful experiences speak for themselves. Hear Phil's dramatic gains after just a few weeks working with the Perez lab.
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Tracking the evolution of spasticity in acute stroke
This study will measure arm muscle weakness and spinal cord changes following post stroke.
Age Range
Adults (> 18)
Clinical Trial
Can H-Reflex down conditioning reduce spasticity in stroke survivors?
The purpose of this study is to study the effects of reflex training as a new intervention to help with spasticity, a motor impairment that can occur during the recovery after a stroke.
Age Range
Adults (18-85)
Clinical Trial
Woman struck by stray bullet during West Englewood drive-by released from hospital
She was taken to Christ Hospital in critical condition and then treated at Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. She had to re-learn how to walk and talk.
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