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About

Alberto Luisa is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, with a specific focus on robotic-assisted hand therapy for stroke survivors. His work bridges engineering and clinical medicine to restore motor function in hemiplegic patients. Luisa’s major contributions include demonstrating the feasibility and efficacy of robotic devices for hand rehabilitation, both in inpatient settings and at home. His landmark 2016 randomized controlled pilot study (104 citations) showed that robot-assisted hand training significantly improves arm function in sub-acute stroke patients, setting a benchmark for future trials. He further advanced the field with a 2017 pilot study (47 citations) proving that a robotic glove can be safely and effectively used for home-based rehabilitation, empowering patients to continue therapy outside clinical environments. This work has profound implications for accessibility and long-term recovery. Luisa’s research is widely cited for its rigorous methodology and practical impact, making him a key figure in the development of affordable, user-friendly neurorehabilitation technologies. His achievements have helped shape modern stroke rehabilitation protocols, offering new hope for functional independence.

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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Feasibility and efficacy of a robotic device for hand rehabilitation in hemiplegic stroke patients: a randomized pilot controlled study
104 citations · 2016
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2016 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 7
🏛 Institutions: Fondazione Salvatore Maugeri, Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri

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