Clare Hartigan
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Clare Hartigan is a leading researcher in the fields of neurorehabilitation and assistive technology, with a primary focus on restoring mobility and improving physiological health in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Her major contributions center on understanding the acute physiological demands of emerging technologies, most notably through her seminal 2015 study on exoskeleton-assisted walking. This highly influential work, cited over 130 times, provided the first comprehensive characterization of the cardiorespiratory and metabolic responses during overground exoskeleton use in persons with chronic SCI. By demonstrating that exoskeleton walking elicits a moderate-intensity exercise response, Hartigan’s research established a critical evidence base for using robotic devices not just for mobility, but as a viable tool for cardiovascular conditioning and metabolic health. Her work bridges the gap between engineering and clinical application, offering practical insights for rehabilitation protocols. Hartigan’s findings have become foundational for subsequent studies on robotic gait training, solidifying her reputation as a key figure in advancing evidence-based practice for SCI rehabilitation and assistive device prescription.
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