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Article - 4 Minute Read
What Is Electromyography?
Electromyography, or electrodiagnostic medicine, uses EMG tests and nerve conduction studies to diagnose nerve and muscle conditions. Learn what to expect. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Cindy’s Story: Rehab Unit Helps COVID-19 Survivor Return Home
After a long battle with COVID-19, including a 3-week hospital stay and 5 days on a ventilator, Cindy turned to UPMC Western Maryland's Comprehensive Inpatient Rehab Unit (CIRU) to prepare for her return home Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Expert Tips for Marathon Recovery
Erin Angelini, DPT, an expert at UPMC Centers for Rehab Services, discusses life, recovery, and training before and after a marathon. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
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Article - 2 Minute Read
A Husband and Wife’s Rehabilitation Story
After husband and wife, Jeff and Cindy, both required rehabilitation for injuries, they turned to the experts at UPMC. Here's their story. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Meet Barb Dilucia: A Physical Therapy Patient
Barb first met her physical therapist for knee pain. After two knee replacement surgeries and more PT, she's regained independence. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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50 Phenoms: How an Assistant Principal Beat the Odds to Survive
Kristin Fox had both arms and both legs amputated after complications from the flu. But she remained driven to get back to her family and her job. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Judy’s Story: Rehab Unit Lifesavers Turn Struggle to Success
Retired fundraiser and 79-year-old Pittsburgh native Judy was in Florida when she developed crippling pain in the back of her head and neck. Learn about her story Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 3 Minute Read
History-Making Cross Country Runner Runs Pain-Free: Mia’s Story
High school junior Mia has made history in her cross country career, but it's been far from easy. Luckily, she found proper care at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Spine Health Q&A with Christopher Standaert, MD
With the UPMC Program for Spine Health expanding, we sat down with Christopher Standaert, MD, to learn more about his expertise. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation