Persistence Unmatched | Derek Shike and the Road Back
March 18, 2022
Eastern Oregon is a region of old persistence. The Columbia Plateau, which covers most of this land area, formed from lava flows occurring throughout millions of years. Set far from […]
Facts on Brain Injury
March 16, 2022
Some of the most common injuries people suffer are to the brain. But how many of these brain injuries occur each year? According to data collected by the CDC, there […]
Brain Injury – A Rose is a Rose
March 11, 2022
A rose is a rose is a rose… True enough. But the many types of roses that exist deserve differentiation as unique and distinct phenomena. The same is true of […]
Unrelenting Hope: Lydia Schieuer’s Story
February 24, 2022
*Client names have been altered to protect identity* “‘They brush their…’” an expectant pause follows this unfinished sentence. On the screen, a few options are up for selection to complete […]
Does a Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injury Qualify for Disability?
February 23, 2022
Before applying for disability for a traumatic brain injury or acquired brain injury, it’s helpful to know your likelihood of qualifying. Find out what you need to know here. In […]
GRIT: Fostering Confidence Through Adaptive Fitness
February 16, 2022
On the edge of campus, in the last bay of QLI’s maintenance garage, there lives a space that serves a unique purpose. A small but mighty group gathers with the […]
LoveYourBrain®: Mindfulness and Resilience in Rehabilitation
February 14, 2022
A brain injury brings a sudden shift in the matter-of-fact routines of an individual’s day-to-day life. What was once routine and intuitive may have to be relearned. For decades, the […]
Aphasia: The Frontlines of Communication and Research at QLI
January 25, 2022
Aphasia is a language disorder associated with injury to parts of the brain responsible for communication. Arguably the best way to describe aphasia is with an example. The American Speech-Language-Hearing […]
Bionics: The Ekso and Ambulation After Injury
January 25, 2022
Following a traumatic injury, whether permanent or temporary, a loss of the ability to walk can be life-altering and is frequently reported as the number one patient goal for rehabilitation. […]
A Conversation About Healthcare with Steve Martin, President Emeritus Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
January 25, 2022
Steve Martin innovated the insurance world during his tenure at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, where he served as CEO for 16 years. His perspective on healthcare only […]