Emanuela Tavernese
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Emanuela Tavernese is a leading researcher in pediatric rehabilitation and motor control, with a primary focus on improving mobility outcomes for children with cerebral palsy (CP). Her work critically examines the efficacy of robotic-assisted locomotor treadmill therapy, challenging assumptions about its impact on gait patterns. In her highly cited 2020 study (13 citations), Tavernese demonstrated that robotic-assisted gait training does not significantly alter the underlying gait pattern in children with CP, despite its widespread clinical use. This finding has important implications for rehabilitation protocols, urging clinicians to reassess the goals of robotic therapy beyond pattern modification. Her research bridges biomechanical analysis and clinical practice, emphasizing the need for evidence-based interventions in pediatric neurorehabilitation. Tavernese’s contributions have shaped discussions on how technology can—and cannot—transform motor recovery, making her work essential reading for students and researchers in rehabilitation science, physical therapy, and assistive robotics.
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