Changlin Xiao

Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Changlin Xiao is a rehabilitation engineer whose pioneering work focuses on the development and clinical application of robotic exoskeletons for post-stroke motor recovery. His key research areas include human-robot interaction, myoelectric control systems, and neurorehabilitation technology. Xiao’s most notable contribution is his 2018 study on a robot exoskeleton designed to improve hand function in the critical early phase after stroke. In this randomized controlled trial with 30 stroke survivors, his team demonstrated that a myoelectricity-driven hand robot could significantly enhance motor recovery when integrated with routine rehabilitation. Although the study has accumulated 2 citations, its impact lies in its translational approach—bridging cutting-edge robotics with practical clinical protocols for upper-limb rehabilitation. Xiao’s work addresses a pressing need in stroke care: restoring hand function during the optimal window for neural plasticity. By combining intuitive myoelectric control with wearable exoskeleton technology, he has laid groundwork for more accessible, data-driven therapies. His research continues to inform the design of patient-specific rehabilitation devices, positioning him as a key contributor to the growing field of assistive robotics for neurological recovery.