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Atsushi Kanazawa is a leading figure in the field of rehabilitation robotics, with a focused expertise in developing and validating wearable exoskeletons for gait recovery. His research centers on the clinical application of robotic devices, particularly the Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL®) and the Honda Walking Assist® (HWA), to restore mobility in patients with severe neurological and orthopedic conditions. Kanazawa’s major contributions include pioneering evidence for the safety and feasibility of using the lightweight HWA exoskeleton for gait training following total knee arthroplasty (TKA), as detailed in his 2020 case report (17 citations). He has also demonstrated the efficacy of long-term, alternating robotic and conventional training programs, as shown in his 2019 study on a patient with chronic thoracic spinal cord injury, which revealed sustained improvements in walking ability over a 25-week period. By systematically investigating the integration of robotic assistance into standard rehabilitation protocols, Kanazawa is advancing practical, patient-centered solutions that bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world clinical outcomes.