Alicia Hilderley

University of Calgary, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

Papers

Total Citations

105

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About

Alicia Hilderley is a leading researcher in pediatric neurorehabilitation, whose work focuses on harnessing developmental plasticity to improve motor outcomes for children with neurological injuries. Her primary research areas include perinatal stroke, cerebral palsy (CP), and the application of robotic-assisted gait training to enhance functional mobility. Hilderley’s major contributions are exemplified by her highly cited 2021 paper, “Perinatal stroke: mapping and modulating developmental plasticity” (70 citations), which provides a foundational framework for understanding how early brain injury alters neural pathways and how targeted interventions can promote recovery. She also led a landmark randomized controlled trial comparing robotic-assisted gait training with functional gait training for children with CP (33 citations), demonstrating her commitment to rigorous, evidence-based rehabilitation. Her recent prospective cohort study on overground robotic walker use in home and community settings (2025) further extends this work, showing real-world impacts on mobility and independence. With a growing citation record and a focus on translating cutting-edge technology into practical therapies, Hilderley is shaping the future of pediatric rehabilitation, offering hope and tangible improvements for children with motor impairments.