Christian Schuld

Heidelberg University, University Hospital Heidelberg

Papers

4

Total Citations

60

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About

Christian Schuld is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation engineering, specializing in robotic locomotion therapy for individuals with spinal cord injury, stroke, and age-related gait impairments. His work centers on developing and validating compact, at-home robotic systems that extend rehabilitation beyond clinical settings. Schuld’s major contributions include the proof-of-concept for the MoreGait motorized orthosis, which enables safe, automated locomotion training in a semi-supine position while providing real-time feedback. His 2018 study on mobile foot kinematics feedback demonstrated how wearable sensors can normalize gait patterns in real-time, achieving 29 citations. Schuld’s 2015 safety and efficacy trial of at-home robotic therapy (17 citations) was pivotal in showing that task-oriented training can be effectively delivered outside the clinic, addressing the critical gap left by shortened inpatient stays. His work also includes a comprehensive review on technology to enhance locomotor function (2015), synthesizing restorative and compensatory strategies. With a focus on translating cutting-edge robotics into practical, patient-centered solutions, Schuld’s research has directly influenced the design of affordable, portable rehabilitation devices, making him a key figure in democratizing access to high-quality gait therapy.

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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Trainer in a pocket - proof-of-concept of mobile, real-time, foot kinematics feedback for gait pattern normalization in individuals after stroke, incomplete spinal cord injury and elderly patients
29 citations · 2018
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2015 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 12
🏛 Institutions: Heidelberg University, University Hospital Heidelberg

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