Not Finding What You're Looking For?
People with Disabilities Continued to Make Employment Gains in 2023
Despite the U.S. Federal Reserve raising interest rates in 2023 to their highest levels in decades, the U.S. labor market has remained remarkably resilient.
In the News
Wearable Robotics for Fall Prevention
We will develop a portable device that is easy to wear and does not interfere with a patient¡¯s gait, unless when necessary to prevent a fall.
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Project
Back to Life Following a Shoulder Replacement
Terri Marcus was living an active life. Shoulder pain steadily made it difficult to do basic tasks. She turned to RIC for help managing her pain.
Patient Story
Chronic Pain No More
On a Monday in the fall of 2008, just like any other Monday, Karl Lyons bent down to pick up a magazine. Suddenly, he couldn¡¯t stand up.
Patient Story
Swimmer Learns to Walk Again after Beach Accident
After a diving accident at the beach, Tural was admitted to RIC where we went through the frustrations of therapy couple with "crazy and happy moments."
Patient Story
Adaptive Cycling Program
The Adaptive Cycling Program is offered year round¡ªoutdoors on Chicago's Lakefront Path in the summer and fall, and indoors on Wahoo trainers at the Fitness Center in the winter and spring.
Article
New ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Reveals the Brain¡¯s Role in Mystical Experiences
A new study from Jordan Grafman is shedding light on the brain¡¯s role in mystical experiences¡ªencounters where people feel connected to a higher power.
News
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.
Blog
Ronan Mooney, PhD
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Scientist
Working with Parkinson¡¯s: Complex Questions Surrounding the Decision to Disclose Diagnosis?
After receiving a diagnosis of Parkinson¡¯s disease (PD), many people assume that their working lives are over -- or soon will be. But many want to continue to work, either because they are in their prime earning years, they need the insurance coverage, or they love what they do and thrive on the stimulation of being around other people.
In the News
Experience Living with a Disability Helps Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Peer Mentors Connect with Patients
Chicagoan Jorge Alfaro has been a peer mentor for 15 years. He was injured by an accidental gunshot at the age of nine, before the peer mentoring program existed. Now he is a peer mentor for other patients.
In the News
After Being Paralyzed from the Waist Down, Man Walks Again
After opening his eyes, Thomas noticed he could move his legs. ¡°I realized I was hurt very badly. I looked down at my legs and I couldn¡¯t feel them.¡±
Patient Story