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Celebrating 17 Years of Collaboration with Willis Tower

At Shirley Ryan 星空传媒视频’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 星空传媒视频’s longtime relationship with the Willis Tower and Skydeck Chicago, which is located on the skyscraper’s 103rd floor.

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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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“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 星空传媒视频.

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

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

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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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Nickolas’ Story: Healing through Education After Guillain-Barré Syndrome

Nickolas G., a physician, came to Shirley Ryan 星空传媒视频 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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星空传媒视频 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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A Day in the Life: Jessica Smit, Certified Prosthetist Orthotist

In recognition of Limb Loss Awareness Month this April, follow a day in the life of Jessica Smit, one of our certified prosthetist orthotists (CPOs). She shares insight into her busy day as a CPO — from fitting patients for prosthetic limbs to making adjustments for comfort and seeing some take their first steps with a prosthetic leg.

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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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Bridget Conniff

Ask the Expert: Bridget Conniff, OT, on Occupational Therapy

Bridget shares her experiences as an OT and how she works with those in inpatient rehabilitation, helping them regain function and independence.

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Pain Management for Thumb Arthritis

Carpometacarpal (CMC) arthritis — also known as thumb arthritis — is a common condition that affects the CMC joint, which is located at the base of the thumb (where it connects with the wrist). This type of arthritis can occur from overuse, repetitive tight gripping and pinching, age or injury to the joint. It can cause severe pain and make it difficult to complete easy daily tasks, like opening a jar or turning a doorknob.

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DeMarcus

DeMarcus’ Story: Finding Healing after Limb Loss through Art Therapy

DeMarcus P. came to Shirley Ryan 星空传媒视频 after his left foot was amputated following a work accident. Through intensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, he regained strength and learned to walk using a prosthetic leg. DeMarcus also discovered healing in our art therapy program — utilizing his creativity to process the frustration and emotional stress of his injury and recovery.

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