Daniela Platano
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Daniela Platano is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, with a primary focus on motor recovery and spasticity management following neurological injury. Her major contributions center on the therapeutic application of focal vibration therapy, a non-invasive intervention designed to improve motor function and reduce spasticity in post-stroke patients. Her most-cited work, a 2024 review on focal vibration therapy for post-stroke rehabilitation, has already garnered 12 citations, reflecting its timely impact on clinical practice. In this paper, Platano critically synthesizes existing evidence, highlighting the variability in study designs while advocating for standardized protocols to enhance treatment efficacy. Beyond this, her research spans the neurophysiological mechanisms underlying vibration-induced plasticity, bridging basic science and applied rehabilitation. Platano’s work is notable for its translational relevance, offering clinicians a practical, low-risk tool to address persistent motor deficits. Her achievements include advancing the evidence base for vibration therapy, positioning her as a key voice in the evolving field of non-pharmacological stroke rehabilitation. For students and researchers, Platano exemplifies how targeted, mechanism-driven reviews can shape clinical guidelines and inspire future trials.
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