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The Best (& Worst) Toys for Early Childhood Development

If you are an expecting parent, one of your biggest concerns is likely whether you have everything you need. Here are common toys and equipment our Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ expert pediatric physical therapists and movement specialists recommend.

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A Look Inside the P&O Lab

April was Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month and we¡¯re giving a behind-the-scenes look at our Prosthetics & Orthotics program.

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Limb Loss Awareness Month: Meet Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ's Clinical Prosthetics & Orthotics Team

During Limb Loss Awareness Month this April, meet our Prosthetic & Orthotic (P&O) team members from throughout our sites of care!

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Happy Anniversary, Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ!

As we approach the anniversary of Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ's move date, it¡¯s exciting to reflect on our progress!

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Exercising for Bone Density

Weight-bearing activities are the best ways to increase healthy stress on the bones. Over time, the body responds to these forces by building more bone to become denser, and therefore, stronger.

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Understanding Back Pain

Almost everyone will experience low back pain. The good news is that whether your back pain is mild or severe, short-lived or long-lasting, intermittent or constant, most cases will improve within a few weeks. (That doesn't make the experience any less challenging, however.)

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"Up-and-Up" in Rehab: Sam Estep on Getting to See Patients Progress to Their Goals

Being in an inpatient rehabilitation hospital offers Samantha Estep, BSN, RN, CRRN ¡ª and RNs like her ¡ª a unique opportunity to witness patients "literally get better from day to day."

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Antonette Sanchez: Merging Nursing Care and ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ

For Antonette ¡°Anne¡± Sanchez, MSN, RN, CRRN, CNE, Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ is "the perfect mix" ¡ª she uses traditional nursing skills in bedside care while also taking part in forward-thinking research and administrative initiatives.

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The Pelvic Floor: Answering Frequently Asked Questions

Most people have heard about the core muscles. As dancers, you are likely familiar with this group of muscles. A part of the core that is less talked about is the pelvic floor muscles.

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Nurturing Relationships in Rehabilitation Nursing

Mary Beth Wiener says "Relationships are at the heart of Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ's nursing care. Over days and weeks together, nurses get to know their patients very well ¡ª and revel in seeing all of their incredible progress!"

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Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Blackhawks Sled Hockey Team Nets NHL Invitational Championship

For a remarkable fourth time in the past six years, the SRAlab Blackhawks are champions of the National Hockey League Sled Hockey Classic!

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Stretching for Dancers

As a dancer, it is important to maintain both strength and flexibility. Dancing demands a level of control and stability while performing dynamic movements, requiring a greater range of motion than most other sports.

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