Hwal Kim

Ulsan College

Papers

1

Total Citations

10

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About

Hwal Kim is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation and stroke recovery, with a focus on integrating robotic technologies to enhance functional outcomes. His major contributions center on the intersection of cardiopulmonary health and mobility in chronic stroke survivors, particularly through high-intensity, robot-assisted gait training (RAGT). In his landmark multicenter single-blind randomized controlled trial (2024, 10 citations), Kim demonstrated that RAGT significantly improves cardiopulmonary function, walking ability, and daily activity performance, offering a novel, evidence-based approach to post-stroke rehabilitation. This work has garnered attention for its rigorous design and practical implications, highlighting Kim’s ability to bridge engineering and clinical care. His research not only advances understanding of exercise physiology in neurological populations but also provides scalable interventions for long-term recovery. With a growing citation impact, Kim is recognized for pioneering accessible, technology-driven therapies that empower survivors to regain independence, making him a key figure in modern neurorehabilitation science.

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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Effects of high-intensity interval robot-assisted gait training on cardiopulmonary function and walking ability in chronic stroke survivors: A multicenter single-blind randomized controlled trial
10 citations · 2024
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 8
🏛 Institutions: Ulsan College

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