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Orthotics

Orthotics: A Guide to Common Terms

When it comes to orthotics, the numerous technical terms and acronyms can be daunting for a patient. To help patients navigate their journey, Shirley Ryan Â鶹APP continues its guide to common terminology.

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Prosthetics

Prosthetics: A Guide to Common Terms

Prosthetic devices can be game-changing for patients who have experienced limb loss or who were born with a limb difference. Prostheses enable people to live productive and rewarding lives by helping to support their function, mobility and independence.

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Joe walking his dog

Joe¡¯s Story: Gaining Patience & Perspective in the Face of Post-stroke Language Recovery

One morning while he was getting ready for work, Joe had a stroke, triggered by a blocked carotid artery. In addition to mobility issues and other physical impairments, Joe experienced aphasia and apraxia, communication disorders that can occur after a stroke.

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Wheelchair at the beach

Fun in the Sand with a Wheelchair: Beach Days Made Easier & Safer

As summer gets underway, wheelchair users shouldn¡¯t give up on beach fun. With the right equipment, planning and a few helpful tips, the beach is absolutely within reach.

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Ishan Roy, MD, PhD

Cancer Rehabilitation: Expert Insights From Ishan Roy, MD, PhD

¡°Whether you're newly diagnosed with cancer, in treatment, or a long-term survivor, rehabilitation can help improve your function, strength and quality of life.¡± In honor of National Cancer Survivors Month this June, we invited Shirley Ryan Â鶹APP attending physician Ishan Roy, MD, PhD, to answer audience questions about cancer rehabilitation and research for our monthly ¡°Ask the Expert¡± series.

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Annelies

Meet Annelies: Building Community while Living with Aphasia

Since her stroke, Annelies has worked tirelessly to regain her speech and language skills. She completed several sessions of the month-long Intensive Comprehensive Aphasia Program at Shirley Ryan Â鶹APP, where she first learned about the hospital¡¯s aphasia community groups.

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Katharine McPhee

Katharine McPhee Sings with Pediatric Patients during Visit to Shirley Ryan Â鶹APP

Shirley Ryan Â鶹APP recently welcomed chart-topping artist Katharine McPhee for a tour of the rehabilitation hospital ¡ª and, during her visit, she treated the hospital¡¯s pediatric patients to a few of her favorite songs.

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Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal Cord Injury (SCI): A Guide to Common Terms

To help patients navigate their recovery, Shirley Ryan Â鶹APP offers a guide to terminology about Spinal Cord Injury (SCI).

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Steph with his service dog, Noel

Steph Returns to College after Spinal Cord Injury with Service Dog at His Side

After experiencing a spinal cord injuy, Steph returns to college with the help of his service dog.

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SkyRise Chicago group photo

Celebrating 17 Years of Collaboration with Willis Tower

At Shirley Ryan Â鶹APP¡¯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 Â鶹APP¡¯s longtime relationship with the Willis Tower and Skydeck Chicago, which is located on the skyscraper¡¯s 103rd floor.

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Paityn

¡°I Can Do Hard Things¡±: Paityn¡¯s Recovery from Guillain-Barr¨¦ Syndrome at 14

After suddenly becoming paralyzed and diagnosed with a rare neurologic condition,?Guillain-Barr¨¦ syndrome (GBS), 14-year-old Paityn C. came to Shirley Ryan Â鶹APP.

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Grissom

Ask the Expert: Matthew Grissom, MSN, on Rehabilitation Nursing

In the following Q&A, Matthew shares his experiences as a rehabilitation nurse:

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