Rehabilitation

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Comprehensive Rehab Services – Now in Pleasant Hills

January 27, 2021

In February 2021, the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute relocated from Jefferson Hills to the Southland Shopping Center in Pleasant Hills. Read More

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Learn About the Center for Stroke Rehabilitation with Jennifer Shen, MD

January 12, 2021

Strokes affect people of all ages. Learn more about innovative stroke treatment at UPMC's Center for Stroke Rehabilitation. Read More

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Brain Injury Rehabilitation Q&A with Gary Galang, MD

January 6, 2021

A brain injury can affect your physical abilities and cause overwhelming uncertainty about the future. Discover answers to common questions. Read More

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Rehabilitation After Amputation with Michael Munin, MD

January 5, 2021

Trauma is a serious injury or shock to the body caused by a physical force, such as violence or an accident. The injury may be complicated by psychiatric, behavioral, and social factors, which can cause the disability to be greater than just physical. Read More

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Low Back Pain Q&A with Gwendolyn Sowa, MD, PhD

December 30, 2020

Low back pain is a common complaint among adults of all ages. Left untreated, it can negatively impact every aspect of life. Read More

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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms Podcast: Learning to Live Again After Devastating Crash

March 19, 2020

Justin Dawson was on the job, helping a stranded motorist on the highway when a car hit him at around 60 miles per hour. Learn more. Watch Now

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Still Fighting: After Losing Legs in Crash, Firefighter Refuses to Give in

March 5, 2020

Justin Dawson saw the car that would change his life coming at him almost in slow motion. Learn more about his story. Watch Now

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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Man Pushes Forward After Losing Legs in Crash

March 5, 2020

Learn how Justin moved forward after a life-altering accident on the latest episode of “Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms”. Watch Now

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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What Is Phantom Pain?

March 3, 2020

After amputation, patients can feel pain in both their remaining limb and the amputated part. Learn more about phantom pain from UPMC. Read More

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