More articles about: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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New Research Center Aims to Improve Aging with a Long-Term Physical Disability
Learn about the new Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) at U-M and find out how they aim to improve aging with a long term disability.
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Children with Disabilities Compete in U-M’s First Adaptive Triathlon
Children with cerebral palsy, spina bifida and other special needs spent a day swimming, biking, and walking or running — in true triathlon fashion.
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In Marriage and Physical Therapy, Couple with Cerebral Palsy Share Strength
Bonded by their love for each other, a couple are training their bodies to remain independent for as long as possible.
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Wheelchair Basketball a Slam Dunk for Kids with Disabilities
A former Mott patient and wheelchair basketball athlete is helping bring the sport to a new generation of children with physical challenges through free clinics.
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Good Vibrations: How a New Device Could Help ICU Patients Avoid Atrophy and Other Risks
A potential solution to help get immobile bodies moving? A vibrating device to activate muscles — fulfilling a key part of a patient’s recovery while in intensive care.
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Kayak, Camp, Ski: Adaptive Sports Clinics Help Kids with Disabilities Get Active
A new program provides recreational outings for children with special needs, including cerebral palsy, paralysis and Down syndrome.
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Regaining Lost Function with the Help of Video Games
See how the Michigan Medicine Inpatient Rehabilitation Computer Therapy Lab is using video games to help patients recover from strokes, spinal cord and head injuries.
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Does Exercise Affect the Brain’s Aging Process? U-M Research Aims to Find Out
Explore a brain study in which medical researchers are investigating the effects of exercise on age-related declines in cognitive function.
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PM&R Patient’s Hard Work Rewarded at the ‘Happiest Place on Earth’
Treatment at Michigan Medicine allowed one cerebral palsy patient to live independently, which led to Orlando and a job at Walt Disney. Now he’s received the park’s highest employee honor.
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U-M Program Helps Young Adults with Disabilities Get Ready for Workforce
A program that offers individuals with disabilities job placements at U-M is a large collaborative effort. How it’s helping one young chef thrive.
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Weak Grip a Strong Predictor of Metabolic Disease and Disability in Adults
A Michigan Medicine researcher teamed up with colleagues in China to investigate muscular strength as a predictor of metabolic disorders and physical disabilities.
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For Geriatric Falls, ‘Brain Speed’ May Matter More than Lower Limb Strength
Measuring simple & complex reaction times using a new device that could help assess the risk of geriatric falls. Learn more about brain speed & falls in elderly.
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New Survey Methods to Measure Quality of Life in Huntington’s Disease Patients
A new Huntington's Disease survey measures Huntington's Disease symptoms, treatment, & quality of life. Learn more about this new Huntington's Disease test.
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Physical Therapist: No Solid Research on Cupping’s Effect
A University of Michigan Therapy manager explains cupping therapy and how the scientific and sports medicine community don’t fully understand its effects yet.
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Exercise Guidelines for Cerebral Palsy Patients
University of Michigan assistant professor creates exercise guidelines for cerebral palsy patients. Learn about the benefits of exercising with cerebral palsy.
