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Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common cause of permanent physical disability in childhood, causing problems in the development of movement and posture, often accompanied by disturbances of sensation, perception, cognition, communication, and behavior. CP, which occurs as a result of brain injury before, during, or shortly after birth, affects 3-4 out of every 1000 school-aged children in the US.

Developed in collaboration between the ÁùÉ«Íø and Feinberg School of Medicine with a grant from the NIH.

Researchers at the ÁùÉ«Íø have designed the first-ever manual standing wheelchair that allows users to be mobile in both sitting and standing modes.

Video for clinicians about the principles of Targeted Muscle Reinnervation surgery.

Our aphasia experts are investigating novel ways to treat aphasia through technological innovation, research studies, and unique therapeutic treatments.