Ashraf S. Gorgey
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283
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About
Ashraf S. Gorgey is a prominent rehabilitation researcher specializing in spinal cord injury (SCI) recovery, with a particular focus on robotic exoskeletons, functional electrical stimulation (FES), and locomotor training as tools for restoring motor function and improving health outcomes in individuals with SCI. His highly cited 2018 mini-review, "Robotic Exoskeletons: The Current Pros and Cons," which has garnered over 205 citations, critically examined the promise and limitations of exoskeleton technology in clinical rehabilitation, helping shape the evidence base for its adoption. Gorgey has consistently pushed the boundaries of what is possible in SCI rehabilitation, demonstrating in a notable 2018 case report the feasibility of robotic exoskeleton ambulation even in individuals with high-cervical incomplete injuries. His earlier work on locomotor training explored how body-weight-supported treadmill training combined with robotic therapy can produce meaningful neuromuscular and metabolic adaptations. More recently, his 2024 consumer perspectives review highlights his commitment to patient-centered research. Across his career, Gorgey's contributions have meaningfully advanced understanding of technology-assisted rehabilitation, offering hope and practical guidance for clinicians treating individuals with spinal cord injuries worldwide.
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Top Papers
- 1Robotic exoskeletons: The current pros and cons205 citations · 2018
- 2Exoskeletal Assisted Rehabilitation After Spinal Cord Injury35 citations · 2019
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