Giuliano Geminiani
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About
Giuliano Geminiani is a leading figure in the field of robotic neurorehabilitation, with a focused expertise in developing innovative mechatronic systems for motor recovery after brain lesions. His work centers on the intersection of cognitive-motor training and assistive robotics, particularly for restoring gait function in stroke survivors. Geminiani’s most significant contribution is the creation of the P.I.G.R.O. (Pneumatic Interactive Gait Rehabilitation Orthosis), an active exoskeleton driven by an electro-pneumatic control system that imposes precise lower-limb movements during therapy. This device, along with its predecessor Bra.Di.P.O., represents a novel approach to motor learning, combining robotic guidance with cognitive re-engagement. His research has demonstrated that such robotic orthoses can help patients re-learn the mental representation of walking, not just the physical motion. With his most-cited work accumulating over 11 citations, Geminiani’s impact is steadily growing within the rehabilitation engineering community. His detailed studies on control curves for exoskeleton motion, derived from unloaded human walking, provide foundational data for future device development. By bridging engineering precision with clinical neurorehabilitation, Geminiani is helping to shape the next generation of patient-centered, technology-driven recovery programs.
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