“Since my injury, I have learned to become a lot more adaptable. As a person living with a disability in a very inaccessible world, I face challenges every single day, all day long. Learning how to face those challenges and adapt to them has become my superpower.” To recognize Disability Pride Month, we invited Molly Farrell to answer questions for our monthly “Ask the Expert” series. Molly came to us for intensive rehabilitation in 2002 after experiencing a spinal cord injury (SCI), and today s
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“Since my injury, I have learned to become a lot more adaptable. As a person living with a disability in a very inaccessible world, I face challenges every single day, all day long. Learning how to face those challenges and adapt to them has become my superpower.” To recognize Disability Pride Month, we invited Molly Farrell to answer questions for our monthly “Ask the Expert” series. Molly came to us for intensive rehabilitation in 2002 after experiencing a spinal cord injury (SCI), and today s
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is home to the world’s top experts in rehabilitation care and science. But, what do their kids think they actually do all day? We turned it over to our "kid correspondent" during Take Your Kids to Work Day to find out! Hear the kids' answers in their own words — and, remember, it’s never too early to start thinking about careers at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab! Learn more at sralab.org/careers. #TakeYourKidsToWorkDay #FutureCareers #KidsPerspective | Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is home to the world’s top experts in rehabilitation care and science. But, what do their kids think they actually do all day? We turned it over to our "kid correspondent" during Take Your Kids to Work Day to find out! Hear the kids' answers in their own words — and, remember, it’s never too early to start thinking about careers at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab! Learn more at sralab.org/careers. #TakeYourKidsToWorkDay #FutureCareers #KidsPerspective | Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
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First came Jim’s rehabilitation journey. He spent more than three months at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab after complications from a heart attack caused a severe spinal cord injury. Now, Jim is back at home with the support of his family and continues to participate in our research studies. And, this past summer, Jim and his daughter, Ali, went on another journey: practicing to take the stage for the traditional dad-and-daughter dance at Ali’s wedding. "I am so grateful that I was able to be with my d
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First came Jim’s rehabilitation journey. He spent more than three months at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab after complications from a heart attack caused a severe spinal cord injury. Now, Jim is back at home with the support of his family and continues to participate in our research studies. And, this past summer, Jim and his daughter, Ali, went on another journey: practicing to take the stage for the traditional dad-and-daughter dance at Ali’s wedding. "I am so grateful that I was able to be with my d
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This wheelchair could let its users stand. Learn more: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab http://bit.ly/2rk2soe | Insider Tech
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She didn’t know it yet that she would inspire hundreds of young people to explore rehabilitation medicine and science … Dr. Sangeeta Driver recently shared her journey to becoming Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s chief of brain injury medicine at an engaging Griffin Museum of Science and Industry event for Chicago-area middle and high schoolers. Then, our scientists and clinicians brought her words to life by showcasing advanced technology in interactive stations. It’s never too early to consider a STE
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She didn’t know it yet that she would inspire hundreds of young people to explore rehabilitation medicine and science … Dr. Sangeeta Driver recently shared her journey to becoming Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s chief of brain injury medicine at an engaging Griffin Museum of Science and Industry event for Chicago-area middle and high schoolers. Then, our scientists and clinicians brought her words to life by showcasing advanced technology in interactive stations. It’s never too early to consider a STE
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In their own words, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab patients with #spinalcordinjuries share what they want you to know about their rehabilitation journey. Learn more about we treat patients with #SCI bit.ly/3ZKCRr5 #SCIawarenessmonth #spinalcordinjury #SCIsurvivor | Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
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In their own words, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab patients with #spinalcordinjuries share what they want you to know about their rehabilitation journey. Learn more about we treat patients with #SCI bit.ly/3ZKCRr5 #SCIawarenessmonth #spinalcordinjury #SCIsurvivor | Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
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Thursday was a big, beautiful milestone ❤️ Charlie rang the bell and graduated Shirley Ryan Day Therapy!!! After 347 days in the hospitals and chicago rehabilitating , he’s finally going home—just in time for the holidays. We are beyond grateful and so excited to be home together. 🎄✨ | Charlie's Fight Club
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With the busy holiday travel season right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to share helpful tips about air travel for those with limited mobility. To learn more, follow along with Michael G. — who goes by Gio — for a special trip to the airport! Gio came to us for intensive rehabilitation after experiencing a spinal cord injury, and he recently joined our recreational therapy team for a “community reintegration” visit to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Our airport trips, a collabor
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In recognition of Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Awareness Month, we asked a few patients to share what they’ve learned after experiencing an SCI. These patients are currently in intensive inpatient rehabilitation to regain function, abilities and independence — and to prepare to return to the lives they love. Watch this video for their words of wisdom and visit our website to learn more about SCI recovery at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab: bit.ly/3KKqIN0 | Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
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On behalf of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, thank you for supporting SkyRise Chicago 2025! More than 2,140 participants climbed 105 stories to Skydeck Chicago Willis Tower, handcycled the distance or participated virtually — and, together, you helped us raise more than $1.2 million! Thank you to our friends at Willis Tower -- and to all of our participants, volunteers and donors who made this happen. See you next year! | Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
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Part 1: After contracting Naegleria fowleri, commonly referred to as a brain-eating amoeba, Caleb Z.’s family was told that his condition was 99% fatal. However, not only did the Florida teenager survive but, in the time since, he’s been on an intensive rehabilitation journey to relearn all skills, from walking to talking. Today, he’s using his voice and experience to educate people about Naegleria fowleri. #naegleriafowleri #TBIawarenessmonth #traumaticbraininjuryawareness #TBI #TBIawareness #b
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