Sheila Sanchez

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Sheila Sanchez is a leading researcher in wearable sensing technologies for motor rehabilitation, with a focus on making robotic assistance accessible and affordable. Her most cited work, "ARMIA: A Sensorized Arm Wearable for Motor Rehabilitation" (2022, 13 citations), introduces a low-cost wearable that integrates inertial and surface electromyography (sEMG) sensors to enable interactive serious games in telerehabilitation settings. This innovation directly addresses the barrier of high-cost robotic systems, allowing patients to perform guided motor therapy at home or in clinics without expensive equipment. Sanchez’s contributions lie in bridging sensor technology with gamified rehabilitation, enhancing patient engagement while reducing financial burdens on healthcare systems. Her work has garnered attention for its practical impact on telerehabilitation, offering a scalable solution for stroke and injury recovery. By prioritizing affordability and user-centered design, Sanchez is shaping the future of remote physical therapy, empowering patients to regain motor function through accessible, sensor-driven interventions.