Anke Scheel‐Sailer

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Total Citations

475

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About

Anke Scheel‐Sailer is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, specializing in spinal cord injury (SCI) recovery and locomotor training. Her most influential work, the 2005 multicenter trial on automated locomotor training, demonstrated significant improvements in walking function for patients with chronic incomplete SCI, establishing a cornerstone for evidence-based gait rehabilitation. This landmark study, with over 475 citations, has shaped clinical protocols worldwide and advanced the understanding of activity-dependent neuroplasticity. Beyond this, her research integrates robotic-assisted therapy, functional electrical stimulation, and outcome measurement to optimize recovery trajectories. Scheel‐Sailer’s contributions have not only enhanced rehabilitation efficacy but also provided rigorous frameworks for assessing motor recovery in SCI populations. Her work continues to guide clinicians and researchers in translating mechanistic insights into practical, patient-centered interventions, solidifying her reputation as a pivotal figure in the field of neurorehabilitation.