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Jeannette Wider Quoted in USA Today on Adaptive Strollers for Children
Jeannette Wider, occupational therapist, Wheelchair Seating and Positioning Center, was quoted in a?recent article in USA Today¡¯s?Reviewed section on adaptive strollers.
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Celebrating Recreation Therapy Month at Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91
Recreation therapists and sports coordinators at Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 are part of the Therapeutic Recreation (T-Rec) team, who use physical activity-based interventions to address the health, well-being, and physical and psychological needs of patients. In the process, they promote individuals¡¯ functioning and independence in life activities.
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Nancy Paridy Inducted into the 2024 Class of the ¡°Chicago Titan 100¡±
At a Feb. 8 ceremony at Navy Pier¡¯s Aon Grand Ballroom, Nancy Paridy, president and chief administrative officer, was celebrated as one of the newest members of the ¡°Chicago Titan 100.¡±
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Inpatient Packing List
To prepare for your inpatient rehabilitation stay, it is important to remember to bring the following items:
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Five Wheelchair Tips for Winter
To make getting around when the temperatures plummet a little easier, Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 occupational therapist Lauren Rizio offers four tips for wheelchair users to get through the winter months.
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Child Life Activities Add Comfort & Magic to Hospital Stays
Child Life is a degreed profession dedicated to understanding and minimizing the effects of illness and healthcare on children and their families. Child Life Specialists (CLSs) provide psychological, emotional and developmental support for children and families in healthcare settings, helping them cope through age-appropriate education and play.
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In the News: Former Patient Jaya Profiled by ABC Des Moines
The ABC affiliate TV station in Des Moines recently profiled former Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91 patient Jaya Fever. In December 2022, Jaya ¡ª then a high school senior ¡ª was in a car accident that left her with a traumatic brain injury.
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Dr. Sangeeta Driver Quoted in ¡®Daily Herald¡¯ for TBI Awareness Month
The Daily Herald recently published a story to coincide with Brain Injury Awareness Month. The article includes perspectives from Sangeeta Driver, MD, MPH, section chief, Brain Injury Medicine, Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91.
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WTTW Profiles Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91¡¯s ¡°Pioneering¡± Center for Bionic Medicine
A recent story on WTTW¡¯s Chicago Tonight program highlighted the next generation of bionic limbs being developed at Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91. The story featured Terry Karpowicz, a Chicago sculptor who has used prosthetics since losing his right leg in a motorcycle accident in 1975.
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About Our Quality of Life Programs
At Shirley Ryan ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌÃ91, we care for patients¡¯ medical needs and help them return to full lives. To meet this goal, we offer a number of programs designed to enhance their quality of life.
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