Shirley Ryan Abilitylab

This study tests a smart wearable airbag that detects when someone is falling and inflates to cushion the impact. It is designed for people at high risk of falling, such as those with stroke, Parkinson's disease, or a leg amputation. The goal is to see if the device can reduce fa…

This study looks at whether using an activity tracker and a phone app can help people with cancer reach their exercise goals, like daily steps or weekly workout minutes. About 25 people currently in cancer treatment or survivorship will wear the tracker and use the app for 3 mont…

This study tests whether a computerized knee brace (C-Brace) helps people with spinal cord injury walk farther and easier than traditional braces. Thirty adults who had a spinal cord injury 3 to 24 months ago will use each type of brace and compare their walking distance and musc…

This study tests whether a powered knee-ankle prosthetic leg helps people with above-knee amputations walk better and engage more in daily life. Fifteen participants will compare the powered leg to their usual device by measuring endurance, walking patterns, and muscle activity. …

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 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 whether pairing brief, low-oxygen breathing (AIH) with electrical muscle stimulation (NMES) can boost brain-to-muscle signals in people with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis. Forty participants will have their ankle strength and brain responses measured a…

This study tests a new handheld tool that measures muscle spasticity (stiffness) in people who have had a stroke. Researchers want to see if the device gives accurate results compared to standard clinical tests. The study involves 40 adults aged 18-75 with a history of stroke on …

This study looks at how a breathing method called acute intermittent hypoxia affects arm function in people who had a single stroke at least 6 months ago. Researchers want to understand the mechanism behind any improvements. 20 participants will have their arm strength and reflex…

This study looks at how short bursts of low oxygen (acute intermittent hypoxia) affect hand strength in healthy adults. Researchers want to understand how this treatment changes the spinal cord and nerves. The study involves 32 healthy people aged 18-70 who will have their grip s…

This study tests different ways of stimulating the spinal cord to see how leg muscles respond and how comfortable people feel. It involves 50 healthy adults aged 18-75. The goal is to gather basic knowledge, not to treat any disease.

This study uses smartphone and wearable sensors to track how people with leg amputations use their prostheses at home and in the community. Researchers will analyze this data along with walking tests and interviews to create a toolbox that helps identify who needs more support an…

This study tracks the exercise habits of 288 people with Parkinson's disease over one year using activity trackers and a phone app. Researchers compare three ways of giving exercise guidance: standard care, written advice from a neurologist, and physical therapy. The goal is to l…

This study tests a new, affordable device that creates controlled slips while people walk. Researchers want to see how people with incomplete spinal cord injuries react and keep their balance. Ten participants who can walk without a cane or walker will take part. The goal is to l…

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 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 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…