Mariana R.C. Aquino
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Mariana R.C. Aquino is a leading researcher in pediatric rehabilitation, with a primary focus on improving mobility and quality of life for individuals with cerebral palsy (CP). Her work centers on the clinical application of robotic-assisted gait training (RAGT) and its long-term efficacy. In her landmark 2021 systematic review and meta-analysis, cited 18 times, Aquino demonstrated that RAGT not only yields short-term improvements in walking distance, speed, and functional mobility for CP patients but that these benefits are sustained over the long term. This finding is pivotal, as it challenges assumptions about the durability of robotic rehabilitation outcomes and provides strong evidence for integrating RAGT into standard care protocols. Her rigorous methodology—synthesizing data from multiple trials—has made this paper a foundational reference for clinicians and researchers seeking evidence-based interventions for CP. Aquino’s contributions bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical rehabilitation, offering hope for enhanced independence in individuals with neurological motor impairments. Her work continues to shape best practices in pediatric physical therapy and inspire further investigation into robotic-assisted therapies.
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