Carmen Capo‐Lugo
Northwestern University, University of Alabama at Birmingham
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About
Carmen Capo-Lugo is a rehabilitation researcher whose work centers on post-stroke locomotor recovery, with a particular focus on understanding and improving walking performance in individuals with hemiplegia. Her research has made meaningful contributions to the field by examining the biomechanical and neuromuscular factors that constrain walking speed following stroke, as well as innovative strategies to overcome these limitations. Her most cited work (47 citations) demonstrated that stroke survivors can achieve faster walking speeds than their self-selected maximum when supported by treadmill and robotic systems, challenging assumptions about post-stroke locomotor capacity. Subsequent research explored how resistive forces influence comfortable walking speed selection, shedding light on the mechanisms underlying slow gait post-stroke. More recently, Capo-Lugo has pioneered investigations into augmented feedback — including virtual reality and exergames — as motivational and performance-enhancing tools during stroke rehabilitation, bridging technology and clinical practice in compelling ways. Her growing body of work, with publications spanning over a decade and accumulating nearly 100 citations, reflects a sustained commitment to translating scientific inquiry into practical rehabilitation strategies. Capo-Lugo's research is particularly valuable for clinicians and students seeking evidence-based approaches to improving mobility and quality of life after stroke.
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