Hisyam Abdul Rahman
Tun Hussein Onn University of Malaysia, University of Technology Malaysia
Papers
12
Total Citations
152
H-Index
8
About
Hisyam Abdul Rahman is a biomedical and rehabilitation engineering researcher whose work centers on robotic-assisted stroke rehabilitation, with a particular focus on developing innovative, accessible solutions for upper and lower limb motor recovery. His most influential contribution, "Portable and Reconfigurable Wrist Robot Improves Hand Function for Post-Stroke Subjects" (2017, 53 citations), addresses a critical barrier in rehabilitation technology by pioneering modular, cost-effective robotic designs that broaden access to advanced therapy. This work exemplifies his commitment to translating sophisticated engineering into practical clinical tools. Across his portfolio, Rahman has made significant strides in both device development and objective patient assessment. His iRest platform represents a notable achievement in quantitative rehabilitation evaluation, directly tackling the subjectivity and inconsistency inherent in conventional clinical scales like the Fugl-Meyer Assessment. His 2020 review of kinematic variables further demonstrates his broader influence in standardizing how robotic devices measure motor impairment. With over 145 cumulative citations, Rahman's research has meaningfully shaped the intersection of robotics, haptic interfaces, and stroke recovery science. His body of work offers students and clinicians alike a compelling roadmap for designing affordable, evidence-driven rehabilitation technologies that have genuine potential to improve patient outcomes worldwide.
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- 8iRest: Interactive rehabilitation and assessment tool8 citations · 2015
- 9A Simple Upper Limb Rehabilitation Trainer4 citations · 2017
- 10Important Parameters for Hand Function Assessment of Stroke Patients3 citations · 2017