Frank Mastaglia
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Frank Mastaglia is a leading figure in neuromuscular and stroke neurology, with a career spanning over four decades. His research has fundamentally shaped our understanding of inflammatory muscle diseases, motor neuron disorders, and the neurophysiology of stroke recovery. A key contribution is his pioneering work on transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) for stroke rehabilitation, exemplified by his highly cited 2009 study (140 citations) demonstrating that anodal tDCS can sustain corticomotor excitability in the M1 forearm area during robotic wrist therapy in chronic stroke patients. This work bridged basic neurophysiology with practical rehabilitation, offering a pathway to enhance motor recovery. Mastaglia’s broader impact is reflected in his extensive bibliography, with numerous papers on myositis, inclusion body myositis, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), collectively amassing over 15,000 citations. He has also contributed seminal diagnostic criteria for inflammatory myopathies and led clinical trials for neuromuscular disorders. A former President of the World Muscle Society, Mastaglia’s legacy lies in translating bench-to-bedside discoveries into tangible improvements for patients with debilitating neurological conditions.
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