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Healing Through Play: How Recreation Therapy Transforms Recovery

Research has demonstrated that learning through play can often be much faster than traditional learning methods, benefiting both adults and children alike. This fact is one of the reasons why recreation therapy—an approach that incorporates recreation and activity-based interventions to enhance an individual’s physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being—can be incredibly healing and motivating…
Madonna’s Research Institute leverages AI to transform gait analysis and assistive technology

The physical act of walking may seem simple, but each step involves intricate processes that researchers are just starting to understand fully. A recent study by Madonna’s Research Institute used an artificial neural network (ANN) to predict how much energy people use while walking and compared those findings to the traditional Multiple Linear Regression (MRL)…
Former patient returns to Madonna as physical therapy student

Kali Benoit says she always knew she wanted to work with people and promote active, healthy lifestyles. In 2018, she graduated from the University of Kansas and was enjoying her work at the YMCA in Wichita, Kansas. But, it wasn’t until a serious car crash in January 2019 that she realized her true passion was…
Former Marine shows fighting spirit in therapy

During his six years in the Marine Corps, 27-year-old Francisco Barajas says he always wanted to be the best at everything. “I was always trying to be the best physique, be in the best shape I could be and be mentally better,” he said. “Every day, I pushed myself to be better than I was…
Former NFL strength coach battles toughest opponent yet through rehabilitation

To prepare for the Super Bowl, football players need to be physically and mentally ready. For 35 years, Dave Redding ensured these elite athletes stayed in elite shape. He started his career as a strength and conditioning coach in 1976 with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, moved around the college circuit, then landed with the National…
Former student-athlete stays active after spinal cord injury

Whether it’s scoring more than 1,000 points on the basketball court in high school or qualifying for the state meet in cross country, Toby Bower is always busy. The 18-year-old from Fontanelle, Iowa, remained active throughout his athletic career at Nodaway Valley, building friendships and enjoying the grind of practicing several sports. After graduating high…
Former Madonna patient gives back as a peer volunteer

“What can I do today?” It’s a question Angela Prusse asks herself daily. This positive outlook is now second nature to Angela, a working mom and multiple sclerosis survivor, after a months-long stay at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals roughly three years ago. In 2018, an unknown infection coupled with an MS relapse turned Angela’s world upside…
Former ER nurse becomes patient, bonds with nurse aide

Throughout her more than 30-year career as an emergency room charge nurse, Rita Peet has helped save hundreds, if not thousands, of lives. Now, she’s the patient. Rita came to Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals from her hometown of Bismarck, North Dakota, to recover from an anoxic brain injury. “Rita is very well-loved and well-respected in her…
Former pastor finds hope and healing at Madonna

In the comfort and quiet of Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals’ chapel, Bill Peterson felt at peace while playing the piano. The music not only helped Bill reflect on life, but it also served as a recreational therapy session for the stroke survivor and former pastor. Bill worked in health care administration for several years before answering…
Former Madonna Patient Returns to Volunteer

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