Shirley Ryan Abilitylab

This study tests a smart wearable airbag that inflates when it senses a fall, cushioning the impact to prevent injury. Researchers are enrolling 200 people at high risk of falling, including those with stroke, Parkinson's, or leg amputation. The goal is to see if the device works…

This study tests a robot called the CPWalker to see if it can help children and teens with cerebral palsy improve their walking. About 30 participants aged 11 to 21 will use the robot in training sessions. Researchers will measure walking speed and endurance to see if the robot h…

This study tests a new powered knee-ankle prosthetic leg to see if it helps people with above-knee amputations walk better and engage more in daily life and social activities. Fifteen participants who already use a microprocessor knee will compare the new device to their usual on…

This study tests whether a high-tech knee brace (C-Brace) helps people with spinal cord injury walk farther and easier than a traditional brace. Thirty adults who had a spinal cord injury 3 to 24 months ago will use each type of brace and be compared. The goal is to see if the sm…

This study looks at whether using a fitness tracker and a phone app can help people with cancer stay active during their treatment. Twenty-five participants will wear the tracker and use the app for three months to monitor their steps, exercise minutes, and strength training. The…

This study tests whether vibrating the tendons, combined with robotic arm training, can improve arm and hand function in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. 40 participants will receive the therapy, and researchers will measure changes in movement and sensation. The go…

This study looks at how a single session of short, mild low-oxygen breathing (called acute intermittent hypoxia) affects hand strength in healthy adults. Researchers want to understand how this technique changes the brain and spinal cord. The study involves 32 healthy people aged…

This study follows 200 people with Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis for one year. Participants use a smartphone app to track their daily steps and exercise. The goal is to learn how physical activity and confidence in exercising change over time, without providing any tr…

This study collects movement data from 250 people with stroke, Parkinson's, or leg amputations using wearable sensors and video. The goal is to create a database that researchers can use to better understand movement and rehabilitation. Participants range from newborns to 99 year…

This study tests a new, affordable device that creates controlled slips while people walk. The goal is to understand balance in people with chronic incomplete spinal cord injuries. Ten participants who can walk without aids will be observed as they walk over the device. This rese…

This study looks at whether a special breathing technique (AIH) combined with mild electrical stimulation (NMES) can improve brain signals and ankle strength in people with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis. About 40 participants will be tested to see if the combination works…

This study aims to see if a handheld tool can accurately measure spasticity (muscle stiffness) in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will compare the device's readings to standard clinical tests. The study involves 40 adults aged 18-75 with a history of stroke on one side …

This study uses smartphone and wearable sensors to track how people with leg prostheses move in their daily lives. Researchers will analyze this data to create a tool that identifies when someone is not using their prosthesis enough and what factors limit their use. The goal is t…

This study tests how changing the type, frequency, and location of mild electrical stimulation on the spine affects leg muscle activity and how comfortable it feels. Fifty healthy adults aged 18 to 75 will receive stimulation while resting and walking. The goal is to gather basic…

This study looks at whether a specific breathing method, called acute intermittent hypoxia (brief periods of low oxygen), can improve arm function in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Researchers will measure arm strength and reflexes in 20 participants to understand…

This study tests whether wearable sensors and video recordings can help detect motor development problems in infants from birth to 24 months. Researchers will collect data from 150 babies, some at risk for delays and some developing normally. The goal is to create a tool that aut…

This study looks at how people with Parkinson's Disease exercise over a year. Researchers want to see if different types of guidance—like standard care, written advice from a neurologist, or physical therapy—can help people be more active. Participants will wear activity trackers…