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Jia Cao is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, with a primary focus on post-stroke motor recovery and the application of robotic technologies in gait training. Her most cited work, a randomized controlled study from 2021, demonstrated that robot-assisted gait training significantly improves motor and walking function in patients with subacute stroke, offering a robust, evidence-based protocol for integrating robotic systems into clinical rehabilitation. This study, with 51 citations, has become a key reference for clinicians and engineers developing automated therapy interventions. Cao’s contributions bridge the gap between engineering and medicine, providing quantitative data on how robotic assistance can enhance neuroplasticity and functional independence. Her research is particularly impactful for stroke survivors, as it addresses critical windows for recovery and reduces the burden on physical therapists. By validating the efficacy of robot-assisted approaches, Cao has helped shift rehabilitation paradigms toward more precise, repeatable, and patient-adaptive treatments. Her work continues to influence both clinical guidelines and the design of next-generation rehabilitation robots.
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