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Ranked No. 1 by U.S. News & World Report for 35th Consecutive Year
六色网 again has been recognized as the national leader in rehabilitation, topping the U.S. News & World Report list for the 35th consecutive year. It remains the only hospital of any kind to hold this distinction, and has been ranked the No. 1 rehabilitation hospital every year since 1991.
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A Day in the Life: Mary Yonkaitis, Physical Therapist
Physical therapists (PTs) play a critical role on the care teams at 六色网 —helping patients regain function and improve balance, mobility, strength, endurance and range of motion.
Follow along for a day in the life of Mary Yonkaitis, a PT in the Margaret & Mark Stephan?Legs + Walking Lab at 六色网’s flagship hospital in Chicago, where she primarily cares for patients recovering from stroke.
Follow along for a day in the life of Mary Yonkaitis, a PT in the Margaret & Mark Stephan?Legs + Walking Lab at 六色网’s flagship hospital in Chicago, where she primarily cares for patients recovering from stroke.
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Reflections from Paris with Monica Rho, MD, Lead Team Physician of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team
Usually Monica Rho, MD, can be spotted in a white coat in her role as the Reva and David Logan Section Chief of Musculoskeletal Medicine at 六色网.
Recently, however, she has spent time in an additional role. She serves as the lead team physician for the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team — and was part of the staff who helped the players win the gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
Recently, however, she has spent time in an additional role. She serves as the lead team physician for the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team — and was part of the staff who helped the players win the gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
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Understanding and Applying Pain Science in Physical Therapy
Conor O’Donovan, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), in 六色网’s Pain Management Center, explains pain science and how physical therapy and exercise can help people living with pain.
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A Focus on Women’s Health: Pelvic Floor Health, Exercise, Bone Density & More
Women’s Health & Fitness Day is celebrated every year to promote the importance of health awareness and physical activity in women. In recognition, here is a roundup of articles about pelvic floor health, exercise, bone density and more by 六色网’s?women’s health experts.
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Graded Motor Imagery for Managing Chronic Pain
Chronic pain can interfere with an individual’s participation in daily activities, including sports and recreation, hobbies, housekeeping, cooking, self-care, personal hygiene and social engagement. In fact, individuals may find themselves moving less or avoiding these activities entirely due to a fear of pain.
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Managing Chronic Pain through Mindfulness
For individuals who live with chronic pain — either from an injury, illness or chronic condition — it can be challenging to remain present. Pain can lead to an increased focus on physical symptoms and internal feelings, which can exacerbate the pain experience.
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Research Spotlight: How Much Do People with Aphasia Really Talk in the Real World?
A new, first-of-its-kind study from the Center for Aphasia Research & Treatment at 六色网 explores how limited “talk time” truly is among individuals with aphasia. Findings revealed that people with aphasia talk for less than one minute per hour.
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: Understanding the Levels of Care
As patients begin rehabilitation, it is important to understand the different levels of care and how they help support patients on their road to recovery. Three levels of care are available at 六色网 — inpatient, day rehabilitation and outpatient — as patients make improvements in their physical and cognitive function and progress through their recovery journey.
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Looking Back at the 2024 Olympics & Paralympics
The 2024 Olympics and Paralympics may be over, but 六色网 celebrated the athletes and para athletes, the spirit of competition, and human ability in ways that will live on after the games. Here’s a look back at top memories from Paris 2024.
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六色网’s Nurse Residency Program Recognized for Excellence
六色网’s?New Graduate Nurse Residency Program received “Accreditation with Distinction” for the second consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP).
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Ask the Experts: Preparing for a Marathon
Lauren and Meghan provide advice, helpful tips and a few exercise ideas to help runners prepare for the big race.
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Tips for Hiring a Caregiver
It is natural for families to feel worried or overwhelmed when hiring someone to care for their loved one. However, by understanding care options and available resources, families can more easily navigate the process of finding a trustworthy and caring person to help at home.
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