Spaulding Rehabilitation

04/23/2026

Our 2026 Race for Rehab Team proudly crossed the finish line of the 130th Boston Marathon! These incredibly strong and dedicated runners have put their all into training for the race of a lifetime over the last several months. Along the way, they've been raising funds to support the critical needs of the hospital and Spaulding's Adaptive Sports Centers, empowering individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities to lead active, fulfilling lives.

We're so grateful to have these awe-inspiring marathon fundraisers in our community. Donate today: http://spklr.io/6188EKrXu

04/17/2026

When Caylie McMahon arrived at Spaulding Rehabilitation Boston following spine tumor removal surgery, and her doctors asked what her recovery goals were, she said, “I’m going to run out those doors.” At the time, she couldn’t walk.

This Monday, Caylie will run the Boston Marathon for Spaulding with her best friend and University of Michigan field hockey teammate, Lindsey Stagg—a feat that not long ago felt totally impossible.

“Running the marathon together is something we’ve talked about since Caylie’s recovery,” Lindsey says. “We wanted our turn to give back.”

One of Caylie’s favorite memories from her time at Spaulding was a day of connection with other patients. She had worn a shirt that said “Don’t Skip Leg Day,” with a flamingo on it, prompting one of her physical therapists to bring in an inflatable flamingo costume to make things a little lighter during Caylie’s therapy. Caylie walked around the pediatric floor in the costume all day, visiting younger patients.

“I became the ‘child life specialist’ for the day,” she remembers. “That’s Spaulding. That’s what’s so special about this place and the people who treat patients here—the ability to find joy in difficult circumstances.”

Read Caylie’s story:https://raceforrehab.org/caylies-story/

04/17/2026

“Spaulding wrapped their arms around me and gave me the strength to rebuild my life.”

Now, Tim Rafferty is giving back, running the Boston Marathon as part of the Race for Rehab Team to support the place that helped him reclaim his life after a stroke.

In our “Why I'm Running” series, Boston Marathon runners share what's inspiring them to make the 26.2-mile trek from Hopkinton to Boston.

04/17/2026

One family is taking on the Boston Marathon as part of Spaulding Rehabilitation’s Race for Rehab Team to honor their dad and uncle, Bill Luster. After losing his leg to a severe infection in June 2025, Bill recovered at Spaulding Rehabilitation Boston thanks to the unwavering support of his care team.

Bill remembers one staff member who showed up the day before her wedding because she knew he was one day away from climbing the stairs.

In gratitude for the care that carried Bill through his toughest days, his family is running for Team Spaulding.

04/16/2026

Five years after relearning how to walk, Caylie McMahon is taking on 26.2 miles alongside her childhood friend and teammate, Lindsey Stagg, as part of the Race for Rehab Team. Together, they’re running for Spaulding Rehabilitation, which helped make every step possible.

In our “Why I'm Running” series, Boston Marathon runners share what's inspiring them to make the 26.2-mile trek from Hopkinton to Boston.

04/16/2026

High school sweethearts Ella Bromage and Jacob Peabody loved to stay active together. They even ran a marathon early in their relationship.

Now, Ella is running the Boston Marathon for Spaulding Rehabilitation’s Race for Rehab Team in Jacob’s memory.

After a motorcycle accident left Jacob with a severe traumatic brain injury, his recovery at Spaulding brought moments of hope. The first thing he said when he began to speak again was, “I love Ella.”

Jacob later passed away following complications, but Ella is turning heartbreak into purpose, running to honor his life and support others on their road to recovery.

Ella Bromage is running the Boston Marathon for Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, where her late boyfriend Jacob was treated after a traumatic brain injury.

04/16/2026

Tricia Kana’s connection to Spaulding Rehabilitation is both personal and professional. While visiting her grandfather there as he recovered from a stroke, she was struck by the dedication of his clinicians and the quality of care they provided. She went back to school for physical therapy and officially committed to the career change after shadowing at Spaulding.

Running the Boston Marathon with the Race for Rehab team is her way of giving back to the institution that has meant so much to her.

04/15/2026

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04/15/2026

Behind every Race for Rehab Team member is a powerful source of motivation.

We caught up with this year's runners to find out who inspires them to take on the 2026 Boston Marathon.

04/15/2026

Nina Stevens, a neurological physical therapist at Spaulding Rehabilitation, is running this year’s Boston Marathon in honor of the people who inspire her the most: her patients.

04/14/2026

Join us for Marathon Monday at the Mandarin Oriental, Boston, a celebration in support of Spaulding Rehabilitation’s Race for Rehab Team. This special day showcases the strength and resilience of our community and is one you won't want to miss.

This is your last chance to buy tickets before the event sells out: http://spklr.io/6182EJo9K

Special thanks to DripDrop, Marathon Sports, Maurten, Modern Wellness, Nuun Hydration, SBR Sports, Inc., smartwater and UYN Sport for fueling our runners during their marathon training.

04/13/2026

Recently, we welcomed State Representative Meg Kilcoyne, State Representative Dan Ryan and our partners at the Massachusetts Society of Orthotics & Prosthetics to Spaulding Rehabilitation to celebrate the launch of our inaugural Pediatric Clinic for Limb Loss.

Leaders from across Mass General Brigham, including Spaulding President and Chief Operating Officer Greg Jackson; David Crandell, MD; and Brian Wishart, DO; along with patients and family advocates, discussed building a stronger future for pediatric rehabilitation—one where every child has access to the care and support they need to thrive.