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Carsten Bach Baunsgaard is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, with a primary focus on restoring mobility and improving quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). His work centers on the clinical application of robotic exoskeletons for gait training, investigating both the feasibility and therapeutic benefits of this emerging technology. Baunsgaard’s most influential study, published in 2017, demonstrated the safety and efficacy of an 8-week exoskeleton training program using the Ekso Bionics device, showing significant improvements in gait function for chronic SCI patients. This landmark paper has garnered over 180 citations, establishing a foundational protocol for clinical exoskeleton use. Expanding on these findings, his 2018 exploratory study examined secondary health benefits, revealing that exoskeleton-assisted walking can positively impact spasticity, pain, and bowel function. As part of a European multicentre consortium, Baunsgaard’s work provides critical evidence that robotic gait training extends beyond locomotion to address the complex, secondary complications of SCI. His research bridges engineering and clinical practice, offering a tangible pathway toward enhanced independence and well-being for individuals with paralysis.