More articles about: Neuro Rehabilitation
two pictures side by side one in virtual reality going over beam and the other of the person in real life doing it with VR technology
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Using virtual reality for stroke rehabilitation

Researchers at University of Michigan Health are using virtual reality technology to aid in mirror therapy physical therapy routines for stroke survivors.
 On left, a young boy in a wheelchair has his doctor standing to his left and his parent is standing to his right in a show of support. On the right side of the image, the boy is now an adult and is wondering about the cost of his care and if his questions will be answered.
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Changing the definition of cerebral palsy

Cerebral palsy is defined as a childhood disorder, which fails to recognize adults living with the condition and the lack of care they receive once they age out of pediatric clinics.
 Girl participates in rehab activities, playing with shapes on a board and using an exercise ball
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Pediatric neuro rehabilitation program provides answers for 10-year-old with a traumatic brain injury

The University of Michigan Health Milestones Pediatric Neuro Rehabilitation Program specializes in evaluating and treating children with an acute neurological diagnosis from an injury or illness.
 woman in hospital on left in ICU and the other right side woman standing in jean jacket and black clothes smiling
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Brain tumor and car crash survivor aspires to be example for others living with disabilities

A car accident at age 20 left Sahar Mashhour in the intensive care unit for three months. Almost six years later, Mashhour is still pursuing her passions proving that her disability doesn’t limit her ability, but instead helps her see life through a different lens.
 Pink head brain maze
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The malfunction of an undamaged brain

People with these two functional neurologic disorders often go misdiagnosed
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Fighting back against Parkinson's disease

The program, held at TITLE Boxing Club in Ann Arbor, is an affiliate of Rock Steady Boxing, a national nonprofit organization. Boxing helps patients with dopamine regulation, strength, stamina and camaraderie.
 man in several activities winter hat and jackets on
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Using neuropsychology to heal from cancer treatment

Using neuropsychology to heal from cancer treatment: A multidisciplinary clinic uses this method to help patients after oncology treatments