E Baalbergen

Life Groenkloof Hospital

Papers

1

Total Citations

36

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About

E Baalbergen is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, with a primary focus on the cardiovascular and functional outcomes of robotic-assisted therapy for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Her most influential work, a 2021 randomized controlled pilot study, demonstrated that 24 weeks of robotic locomotor training in individuals with incomplete SCI not only improves gait but also induces significant cardiovascular changes, including enhanced heart rate variability and reduced blood pressure volatility. This research, cited 36 times, provides critical evidence that robotic rehabilitation can mitigate the elevated cardiovascular risk common in SCI populations, bridging a gap between mobility-focused therapy and systemic health. Baalbergen’s contributions are notable for their translational impact, offering clinicians a data-driven rationale for integrating robotic training into long-term rehabilitation protocols. Her work stands out for its rigorous design and patient-centered outcomes, making her a key voice in the evolving field of assistive neurotechnology and cardiovascular rehabilitation.

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Papers
36
Total Citations
36
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic Locomotor Training Leads to Cardiovascular Changes in Individuals With Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury Over a 24-Week Rehabilitation Period: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study
36 citations · 2021
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2021 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 5
🏛 Institutions: Life Groenkloof Hospital

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