Center for Rehabilitation Patient Stories
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Erykah’s Story: Regaining Mobility After Brain Hemorrhage and Cardiac Arrest
![Erykah’s Story: Regaining Mobility After Brain Hemorrhage and Cardiac Arrest Erykah’s Story: Regaining Mobility After Brain Hemorrhage and Cardiac Arrest](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/erykah-s-story-regaining-mobility-after-brain-hemorrhage-and-cardiac-arrest-16x9.jpg?itok=MiJTYdiq)
Physical and occupational therapy has helped Erykah achieve a measure of mobility after a devastating occurrence robbed her of all independence.
Connective Tissue Clinic Therapy for Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Andrew, Alexa and Spencer’s Story
![Mann siblings sitting outside on the porch Mann siblings sitting outside on the porch](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/connective-tissue-clinic-patients-mann-siblings-16x9.jpg?itok=1jIT4fji)
Three siblings have a disorder that allows their joints extend beyond the normal range. Specialized physical and occupational therapy at CHOP helps them stay active without harming themselves.
Morgan’s Story: Overcoming Brain Injury After Ischemic Stroke
![Morgan ready to dive into the pool Morgan ready to dive into the pool](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/pediatric-stroke-patient-morgan-16x9.jpg?itok=Js7N3nsT)
After just a year of care from CHOP’s Pediatric Stroke Program, 16-year-old Morgan has regained her ability to speak and is back to doing the sports she loves.
Amputated Hands and Feet: Chase's Story
![Chase playing the drums Chase playing the drums](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/rehab-patient-chase-amputated-hands-feet-16x9.jpg?itok=6MLeygCI)
Because of a life-threatening infection, Chase’s hands and feet were amputated when he was 3. Today he’s playing soccer and learning to play the drums.
Brandon’s Story: Limb Amputation after a Traumatic Injury
Despite efforts to save his toes, Brandon required an amputation. With help from experts at CHOP, he’s back playing his favorite sports.
Resistance to Eating New Foods: Shane and Nicholas’ Story
![Twins Nick (left) and Shane (right) Twins Nick (left) and Shane (right)](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/nick-left-shane-right-320x180.jpg?itok=xfJnh4Lv)
Twins, Shane and Nicholas, used to resist eating new foods. Now 3, they’re eating a variety of foods thanks to the Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Center.
Chewing and Swallowing Problems: Noah’s Story
![Noah smiling in front of fireplace Noah smiling in front of fireplace](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/noah-feeding-swallowing-patient-smiling-standing-by-fireplace-320x180.jpg?itok=jEyNewRE)
Noah, 4, used to have serious problems with chewing and swallowing solid food. Now he’s eating a balanced diet and is on track to be feeding himself.
Fear of Eating Solid Foods: Gracie’s Story
![Gracia smiling sitting on steps holding her doll Gracia smiling sitting on steps holding her doll](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/gracie-coyle-feeding-swallowing-patient-smiling-holding-doll-320x180.jpg?itok=LzToVCbi)
The Martha Escoll Lubeck Feeding and Swallowing Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has helped Gracie overcome her fear of eating solid foods.
Burns, Amputation and Rehabilitation: Sammy's Story
At age 2, Sammy suffered burns over 50 percent of his body, requiring many procedures, including amputation of both of his lower legs. He has come a long way in the eight years since he began working with CHOP's rehabilitation team.