Anne Deblock-Bellamy
Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation, Université Laval
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Dr. Anne Deblock-Bellamy is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation engineering, with a focus on restoring sensorimotor function after neurological injury such as stroke. Her work uniquely bridges robotics and virtual reality to develop precise, quantitative tools for assessing proprioception—the body's ability to sense its own position and movement. Her most impactful contribution is a novel protocol for quantifying upper limb position sense using an exoskeleton integrated with a virtual reality display. This approach, detailed in her 2018 paper (24 citations), overcomes a critical limitation of traditional assessments, which often require motor or cognitive abilities that stroke survivors lack. By isolating and measuring the sense of position without relying on voluntary movement or complex instructions, her method provides a more accurate and accessible clinical tool. This foundational work, which she first introduced in 2017, has significant implications for designing targeted rehabilitation therapies and tracking recovery. Dr. Deblock-Bellamy’s research is essential for advancing our understanding of proprioceptive deficits and developing technology-driven interventions that can improve the quality of life for individuals with neurological impairments.
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