Remo Russo

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Remo Russo is a leading researcher in paediatric rehabilitation robotics, with a primary focus on robotic-assisted gait training (RAGT) for children with neuromotor disorders. His seminal 2017 systematic review, "The effectiveness of robotic-assisted gait training for paediatric gait disorders," which has garnered 188 citations, critically evaluated how robotic devices can enhance walking practice in children who cannot generate sufficient or correct motion independently. This work established a foundational evidence base for the field, demonstrating that RAGT offers a mechanical alternative to therapist-led training, enabling higher repetition and more consistent movement patterns. Russo’s contributions extend to broader assistive robotics, as seen in his 2019 chapter "Part 6: Rehabilitation and Assistive Robotics," which contextualises these technologies within cerebral palsy management—the most common cause of childhood physical disability. His research addresses the learned nonuse phenomenon in the upper limb, where children favour their dominant side, and explores how robotic interventions can counteract this. With a career dedicated to translating engineering innovation into clinical practice, Russo’s work has shaped rehabilitation protocols, offering new hope for improving motor function and quality of life in paediatric populations.