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Article - 2 Minute Read
Rehabilitation After Hand Injury — Hayden’s Story
Hayden, 12, hit her hand on a door, resulting in a small break. Physical therapy at UPMC Rehabilitation Institute helped her get back to sports. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 3 Minute Read
John’s Story: How Hand Therapy Put Chronic Pain in the Past
Learn how surgery and occupational therapy helped John recover from osteoarthritis (OA) to regain his independence and love of guitar Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Video
UPMC Life Changers: How Volunteer Jared Quinteros Lifts Up Spinal Cord Patients Through Art
After a tragic accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down, Jared Quinteros created an art program for spinal cord patients at UPMC Mercy. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Spine Health
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Post‑Op Infection Signs: What’s Normal vs. What’s Not?
Learn how to spot normal healing versus an infection after surgery, key symptoms to watch for at home, and when to contact your care team. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Wound Care
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Chad’s Story: Turning a Trauma into an Opportunity to Help Others
Discover Chad’s story of recovery after a life-altering trauma, and what it means to not only survive, but also to thrive. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 6 Minute Read
David’s Story: How Hamstring Surgery, Physical Therapy Helped Him Return to the Golf Course
After a severe hamstring tear, David underwent surgery with UPMC’s Jonathan Hughes, MD. Five months after surgery, he was able to play golf again. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Understanding the Effects of Stroke
A stroke can affect the way people understand language and their ability to talk. Learn about audio processing disorder, aphasia, and apraxia. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Rehabilitation
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Dennis’ Story: How Knee Replacement Surgery Helped Him Ski Without Pain
When right knee pain affected his ability to ski, Dennis underwent knee replacement surgery with Eric Chen, MD, at Tri Rivers Musculoskeletal Centers. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation
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Article - 7 Minute Read
Matt’s Story: Physical Therapy for Severe Nerve Pain
Matt suffered from a rare condition that caused severe nerve pain. Working with Hashim Ahmed, DPT, he's returning to coaching and playing volleyball. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
