Fernanda Ferreira
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121
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About
Fernanda Ferreira is a leading researcher at the intersection of rehabilitation robotics and neurorehabilitation, with a primary focus on restoring upper limb function in individuals affected by stroke. Her work centers on the design, development, and clinical validation of robotic orthoses and robot-assisted therapy (RT) protocols. Ferreira’s major contributions include demonstrating through systematic reviews and meta-analyses that RT is effective not only for improving body function and structure—as shown in her highly cited 2018 work (92 citations)—but also for enhancing patient participation in daily life, a finding supported by her GRADE-based recommendations. She has pioneered the engineering of portable robotic orthoses, including the innovative use of commercial ropes as artificial tendons to replicate hand movements, and has conducted rigorous biomechanical validations with stroke survivors. Her research bridges the gap between mechanical design and clinical efficacy, offering practical, evidence-based solutions for rehabilitation. With a growing body of work that includes multiple high-impact publications, Ferreira is shaping the future of accessible, technology-driven therapy for upper limb impairment.
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- 4Robotic Orthosis for Upper Limb Rehabilitation7 citations · 2020
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