Research

Marianjoy has consistently promoted and supported its staff in continued research in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. Many of these accomplishments have resulted in published papers and national presentations and have contributed to the rehabilitation industry as a whole.

Research Mission

Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital firmly believes that the development of scholarly and applied research will improve the rehabilitation health care protocols of the future. In the Marianjoy culture of respect for each individual, our research teams work with integrity to pursue research excellence. In order to be good stewards of the knowledge we gain, we openly share what we have learned.

Current Studies

Marianjoy’s current research focuses on improving areas of rehabilitation treatment and care in six main areas:

Swallowing: The Rose McSweeney Swallowing Center conducts cutting-edge dysphagia research

Stroke Recovery: Regaining balance and gait after a stroke

Diabetic Neuropathy: Gait training and assistance

Fall Prevention: Marianjoy has developed an important fall prevention tool for acute rehabilitation settings

Traumatic Brain Injury: Research with individuals with severe traumatic brain injury

Alternative Medicin: Marianjoy is very interested in studies that incorporate alternative medicine approaches (e.g., acupuncture, healing touch, etc.) into various treatment regimens.

 

Rose McSweeney Swallowing Center

A cornerstone of Marianjoy’s rehabilitation is the Rose McSweeney Swallowing Center, which generates important rehabilitation research. The Center uses state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to offer comprehensive evaluations and treatments that have provided the basis for cutting-edge research on dysphagia.

Fall Risk Assessment Tool Project

You may download the Marianjoy Fall Risk Assessment Tool.

Research Symposiums

Each year we hold the Marianjoy Research Symposium where the previous year’s papers and posters are presented. Please click below to view some recent presentations.

2008 Research Symposium Presentations

Research platform presentations and posters presented by Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital and Clinics’ staff at the national and regional association conferences

2007 Research Symposium Presentations

2006 Research Symposium Presentations

2005 Research Symposium Presentations

2004 Research Symposium Presentations

For more information

To learn more about research activities conducted at Marianjoy, please contact Dr. Kathleen Ruroede, Assistant Vice President for Research and Quality, at (630) 909-7142.