Clarissa Barros de Oliveira
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Clarissa Barros de Oliveira is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, specializing in motor recovery and gait training for individuals with neurological impairments. Her primary research areas include stroke rehabilitation, ataxia, and the comparative efficacy of conventional physiotherapy versus robot-assisted gait training (RAGT). Her most impactful work, a 2018 randomized controlled trial published in *Behavioural Neurology*, demonstrated that combining RAGT with conventional physiotherapy significantly improves balance, coordination, and functional independence in chronic stroke survivors with ataxia—a population often overlooked in rehabilitation studies. This paper has garnered 74 citations, underscoring its influence on clinical practice and rehabilitation robotics. Dr. Barros de Oliveira’s contributions have advanced evidence-based protocols for post-stroke care, particularly for patients with persistent motor deficits. Her work bridges engineering and clinical science, offering practical insights for therapists and researchers alike. By highlighting the potential of robotic interventions to enhance neuroplasticity and recovery, she has shaped modern approaches to gait rehabilitation. Her findings continue to inform randomized trials and systematic reviews, making her a key figure in the evolving field of neurorehabilitation technology.
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