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The third full week of September is an annual recognition of National Rehabilitation Awareness Week, celebrating the patient benefits and successes across all therapies.

Saint Luke's Rehabilitation Institute's newest staff member is making an immediate impact on patient care this year. Henli is a two-year old facility dog, highly trained to work in clinical settings alongside licensed therapists.

The annual event offers a unique form of therapy that allows patients to build skills and confidence in everyday tasks they love.

Two years after an intern presented on the clinical and emotional benefits of service animals, the Rehabilitation Institute is delighted to introduce the world to Henli, a highly trained dog with a knack for comfort and connection.

For 67-year-old longtime Kansas City resident Todd Zehner, family has always been at the heart of his life. A husband of 45 years and proud grandfather of two energetic kids, Todd was looking forward to a joyous holiday season in December 2024. But on Dec. 17, his world turned upside down when a stroke sent him to the ICU for seven days.

This MS awareness month, Dr. Carolina Garcia, a neurologist at Saint Luke's Comprehensive Multiple Sclerosis Center, discusses diagnosing and treating this inflammatory and presumed autoimmune condition.

On Nov. 11, 2024, Kevin Dierking suffered a stroke that caused aphasia, eliminating his ability to speak. Music therapy at Saint Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute has been a pivotal and powerful part of his recovery journey.

Growing research shows why popular GLP-1 weight loss medications might be beneficial for people with multiple sclerosis, but the jury’s still out.

Empower yourself by learning all you can about therapies for multiple sclerosis.