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The ABBEL (Anil Bhave Biomechanics and Engineering Labs) Research Division is housed within the Rehabilitation Institute at Sinai (formerly Sinai Rehabilitation Center) at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore.

04/29/2026

đź‘¶ Fresh faces, fresh data. Meet our newest little participants.

Over the past few weeks, we’ve welcomed more families into the Pediatric Motor Development Lab for our Infant Sitting Norms Study. These little participants help us capture how sitting and balance take shape during this key stage of development.

Each visit adds to our understanding of typical infant motor development, and every family plays a part in making this work possible!

04/27/2026

🔬 Project Spotlight

Join us for a closer look at another one of the latest innovations from the ABBEL Research Division at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore.

Senior Rehabilitation Scientist Roland Starr walks us through one of his recent 3D printing projects, showcasing how 3D print technology is shaping rehabilitation research and improving patient experiences.

Stay tuned for more prints from Roland!

We are grateful to share feedback from some of our wonderful families who have taken part in our Infant Norms Study. Hea...
04/24/2026

We are grateful to share feedback from some of our wonderful families who have taken part in our Infant Norms Study. Hearing about their experiences and excitement for the research means so much to our team.

Thank you to all of the families who continue to support and share this work and help advance infant development research.

Check out the link in our bio to learn more and get involved!

Congratulations to Laura Steakin, Mackenzie Weber, and team on their invitation to present their work at the Internation...
04/23/2026

Congratulations to Laura Steakin, Mackenzie Weber, and team on their invitation to present their work at the International Conference of Neurology and Brain Disorders on October 19–21, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts!

Their project, “Non-pharmacologic Management of Orthostatic Hypotension in Inpatient Rehabilitation: A Quality Improvement Initiative,” was accepted for oral presentation!

We are proud to support a team that is making significant strides in advancing quality improvement, clinical innovation, and patient-centered rehabilitation care. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all co-authors, Anthony Manfredo, Christine Wang, Demelio Urbano, Alexis Huesgen, Amy Voiland, Ilana Tuchman, and Dorothy Wortham, on their contributions to this important work.

and... ACTION!📽️From the lab to the big screen, motion capture technology can do more than analyze movement patterns. Th...
04/20/2026

and... ACTION!📽️

From the lab to the big screen, motion capture technology can do more than analyze movement patterns. The same technology is also used to bring characters to life in movies and video games through realistic animation.

Gait lab technology highlights the connection between research and the way motion is brought to life and monitored.

Congratulations to Laura Steakin, Mackenzie Weber, and Dorothy Wortham on being invited to present their work at the Mid...
04/17/2026

Congratulations to Laura Steakin, Mackenzie Weber, and Dorothy Wortham on being invited to present their work at the Mid-Atlantic Patient Safety Conference on April 20–21 in Baltimore, Maryland!

Their project, “Non-pharmacologic Management of Orthostatic Hypotension in Inpatient Rehabilitation: A Quality Improvement Initiative,” has been selected for poster presentation at the conference.

Congrats to all co-authors, Anthony Manfredo, Christine Wang, Demelio Urbano, Alexis Huesgen, Amy Voiland, and Ilana Tuchman, on this important work. We’re proud to see this project recognized and look forward to the team sharing their insights at the conference!

04/15/2026

In case you missed it, we’re looking back at ABBEL Research’s 2025 publications and the incredible work our team has contributed from case reports and original research to reviews and quality improvement projects.

Find links to all of our published articles here:
https://www.lifebridgehealth.org/research/abbel/products

Which study are you most excited to read?

🔬 Project SpotlightLed by Dr. Jordan Wickstrom, this project examines over four decades of global research, dating back ...
04/13/2026

🔬 Project Spotlight

Led by Dr. Jordan Wickstrom, this project examines over four decades of global research, dating back to 1982, to better understand how the 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) has been used and reported in neuromuscular disorders.

By identifying variability in methodology and reporting, this work aims to strengthen standardization—supporting more reliable use of the 6MWT for tracking change over time and evaluating interventions. Ultimately, these findings help advance more consistent approaches to assessing walking performance and functional outcomes in individuals with NMDs.

04/10/2026

🔬 Project Spotlight
Join us for a closer look at one of the latest innovations from the ABBEL Research Division at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore.

Senior Rehabilitation Scientist Roland Starr walks us through one of his recent 3D printing projects, showcasing how 3D print technology is shaping rehabilitation research and improving patient experiences.

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🔬 Project SpotlightLed by Dr. Demelio Urbano, this work takes a closer look at how sexual health is currently evaluated ...
04/08/2026

🔬 Project Spotlight

Led by Dr. Demelio Urbano, this work takes a closer look at how sexual health is currently evaluated in individuals with spinal cord injury. By reviewing existing assessment tools across the literature, the team identifies strengths, limitations, and areas in need of improvement.
This research helps lay the groundwork for more thoughtful, inclusive approaches to evaluating patient experiences.

Did you know? The way you walk reveals more than meets the eye. With gait analysis and motion capture, ABBEL is able to ...
04/06/2026

Did you know?

The way you walk reveals more than meets the eye. With gait analysis and motion capture, ABBEL is able to break down movement patterns to pinpoint subtle imbalances, helping guide more precise and individualized rehabilitation support for patients.

04/03/2026

We are proud to recognize Allie Chenowith as Employee of the Quarter at the Rehabilitation Institute at Sinai.

This recognition reflects what so many colleagues shared: Allie’s impact reaches across the entire Institute.

She supports a wide range of research initiatives—from IRB submissions and recruitment to data collection and dissemination—while also transforming clinical ideas into posters, manuscripts, and presentations that elevate our work.

Behind the scenes, Allie builds and maintains the systems that keep everything running smoothly, strengthening efficiency, organization, and collaboration across teams.

Colleagues consistently describe her as innovative, dependable, and solutions-oriented. Whether developing workflows, supporting grants and publications, or creating educational resources, she brings initiative and precision to everything she does.

Equally important is how she shows up for others—with kindness, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit that makes teammates feel supported and valued.

Across nominations, one message was clear: Allie makes our team stronger, more connected, and more successful.

Congratulations, Allie, on this well-deserved recognition!

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