Department of physical medicine and rehabilitation

Research suggests that gratitude can help people manage difficult emotions more effectively and have better control over their reaction to negative events.

Giving back has physical and mental benefits, including boosting happiness, reducing stress and enhancing self-esteem.

UAB helps meet the needs of adults with spina bifida by providing care as one of the only adult spina bifida clinics in the Southeast.

This designation recognizes rehabilitation facilities that lead the nation in medical research and complex treatment and that drive innovative research for the entire field of rehabilitation. 

An expert from the new UAB Falls Clinic provides tips on how to keep older adults safe from falls.

After two months in the hospital, Blake was sent home the day before his 30th birthday. Since Blake has been home, he has continued to attend therapy sessions and take steps to regain his independence.

Experts from the UAB School of Dentistry say dental anxiety is common but manageable.

Megan Hays, Ph.D., provides five tips for coping with stress and anxiety this election season.

UAB researchers are combining behavioral change theories, telemedicine and extended reality as they work to improve the physical and mental health of children with disabilities. 

The NCHPAD has had a nationwide impact promoting the health, wellness and inclusion of people with disabilities into all areas of life.

UAB’s strategic planning continues to blaze its path to improve more lives by leveraging construction projects that include new and enhanced facilities across the institution, blooming green spaces and art installations.

Megan Hays, Ph.D., explores five common productivity killers and offers practical solutions to overcome them.

After having a below-the-knee amputation, former SEC football player Ka’Darian Hill is using his story to motivate and inspire others.

UAB physicians will provide multiple services to Lawson State athletes.

Megan Hays, Ph.D., is offering five tips on how to combat loneliness this year.

Williams has now mentored more than 30 burn patients as they continue in their recovery.

The multidisciplinary clinic will offer a full spectrum of sports and exercise medicine services to patients, including non-operative and surgical procedures and nutritional, biologic injections, cardio, exercise in pregnancy, and physical medicine and rehabilitation services.  

UAB researchers aim to look at the value of using a driving simulator to predict on-road driving performance after TBI.

In today’s busy world, people are inundated with information all competing for their selective attention. A UAB psychologist offers insight on how to maintain one’s focus at work and school.

A night or two of poor sleep can be normal. But if the problem persists, it may be time to seek professional advice.