Center for Rehabilitation Patient Stories

Physical and occupational therapy has helped Erykah achieve a measure of mobility after a devastating occurrence robbed her of all independence.

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.

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.

Despite efforts to save his toes, Brandon required an amputation. With help from experts at CHOP, he’s back playing his favorite sports.

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.

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.

The Martha Escoll Lubeck Feeding and Swallowing Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has helped Gracie overcome her fear of eating solid foods.

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.