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The latest updates, information, and events from the National Rehabilitation Centre.

Professor Mark Lewis at the NRC topping out event

Topping out ceremony celebrates milestone achievement for National Rehabilitation Centre

A significant milestone in the construction of the first NHS National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) was cause for celebration this week for the project partners committed to making the facility a reality.
Prof Vicky Tolfrey

The effect of early mobilisation for animals with induced spinal cord injury

A study supported by researchers at Loughborough University has found that early mobilisation could improve functional outcomes following a spinal cord injury (SCI).
NRC building site as of March 2024

Newly-released footage show progress of National Rehabilitation Centre

Construction of the first NHS National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) – a 70-bed purpose-built facility near Loughborough – continues to progress, with the concrete frame of the building almost complete.
vector drawing representing health and exercise

New funding secures future for ‘life changing’ veterans’ support programme

A mental wellbeing support programme for military veterans, created by Loughborough University and the Royal Air Forces Association, has secured further funding.
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Webinar: AI-empowered Mobile Application System for Amputee Gait Training and Assessment

In this webinar Professor Huiru (Jane) Zheng from Ulster University will be talking through her RTN+ funded project: "We aim to create and assess an AI application using smart insoles, specifically designed to address weight asymmetry issues in lower limb prosthetic gait training. The application will be co-designed with therapists and clients to provide personalised real-time feedback during rehabilitation. This research hopes to improve rehabilitation outcomes."
Prof Lucy Chappell visits the NRC site with Loughborough University staff

Chief Scientific Adviser visits NRC

Professor Lucy Chappell, Chief Scientific Adviser for the UK Department of Health and Social Care has spoken of the potential of the National Rehabilitation Centre following a recent visit to the site.
Architect's impression on NRC building entrance

Research Director and Chair of the Research Board

The NRC Programme is now inviting applications in the form of expressions of interest for the post of Research Director and chair of the NRC Research Board one day per week – a role for which remuneration will be available.
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RTN+ Webinar: Non-invasive Breathing Pattern Assessment, Monitoring and Retraining

In this webinar Dr Sam Winter from Loughborough University will discuss her recently completed RTN+ Project.
Miriam Duffy

2023 has been a significant year for the NRC

Programme Director Miriam Duffy, looks back at the development of the NRC Programme in 2023.
Prof Vicky Tolfrey talking wheelchair user through weight exercise

Symposium: Exercise and Weight Management in Persons with a Spinal Cord Injury: Part 2

This is a free online symposium which will bring together scientists and clinicians to provide an overview of the state-of-the-art practice and research in the field of exercise and weight management in persons with SCI.
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