Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC) is a specialty rehabilitation hospital located in Chicago, Illinois, United States. It also operates a network of alliance hospitals and outpatient and day rehabilitation clinics throughout Illinois and Indiana. RIC is ranked #1 Rehabilitation Hospital in America by U.S. News & World Report since 1991.

Founded in 1954, RIC takes care of patients, advocates for Disability rights, performs research in both basic research Motor control and translational areas, and educates health professionals in physical medicine and rehabilitation.

In December 2009, RIC announced it had purchased the site of the former Chicago "CBS Building" on which to build a new hospital expanding their capacity by 50%. Construction on the new building has started with a planned move in time in 2017

March 25th, 2017, RIC officially became known as the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, as it opened its doors to its new cutting-edge research hospital.

RIC specializes in the treatment of complex conditions such as spinal cord injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury, amputation and chronic pain. They work with pediatric and geriatric clients as well as adults. They offer specialized services, including Assistive Technology, Prosthetics and Orthotics and Vocational Rehabilitation.

Arthritis, Sports and Back, Lymphedema, Women's Health and other clinics are also available.

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