Harriet Shannon
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Harriet Shannon is a leading researcher in paediatric rehabilitation, with a particular focus on improving physical activity and quality of life for children with severe cerebral palsy (CP). Her work addresses a critical gap in accessible exercise interventions for children classified at GMFCS levels IV and V, who often face significant barriers to effective rehabilitation. Shannon’s most notable contribution is the ‘heROIC’ trial, a pioneering study investigating whether a robotic rehabilitation trainer can enhance range of movement, functional ability, and overall quality of life in this underserved population. By centering on the role of physiotherapists within special schools, she has championed a pragmatic, real-world approach to intervention delivery. Though her work is still accumulating citations—with the heROIC trial garnering 5 to date—its impact is already evident in its challenge to conventional rehabilitation paradigms and its emphasis on inclusive, technology-assisted therapy. Shannon’s research not only advances clinical knowledge but also advocates for greater equity in access to rehabilitation technologies, making her a vital voice in paediatric physiotherapy and assistive technology innovation.
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