More articles about: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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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.