Evan A. Susanto
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About
Evan A. Susanto is a biomedical and rehabilitation engineer whose research sits at the intersection of robotics, neuroscience, and stroke recovery. He is best known for his pioneering work developing EMG-driven exoskeleton hand robotic systems designed to restore motor function in chronic stroke survivors — one of the most challenging populations in neurorehabilitation. His landmark 2011 paper, which has accumulated over 290 citations, introduced a robotic training device capable of detecting a patient's movement intention through surface electromyography signals, enabling intention-driven, patient-active rehabilitation — a significant departure from passive therapy approaches. Susanto's subsequent work rigorously evaluated the clinical efficacy of these systems through randomized controlled trials and longitudinal studies, collectively amassing over 600 citations across his major publications. His research demonstrated measurable improvements in fine finger motor skills, upper limb coordination, and hand function in patients with limited residual movement — populations previously underserved by conventional therapies like constraint-induced movement therapy. He also explored the diagnostic potential of exoskeleton robotics as continuous monitoring and assessment tools, broadening their clinical utility beyond training alone. His body of work has meaningfully advanced the field of robot-assisted neurorehabilitation and continues to influence the design of next-generation therapeutic devices worldwide.
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- 7Hand Exoskeleton Robot as a Force Measurement Tool2 citations · 2012