Hui‐Fen Mao

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Hui-Fen Mao is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics and neurorehabilitation, with a primary focus on developing and evaluating powered lower limb exoskeleton systems for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Her work addresses critical challenges in restoring mobility and improving quality of life for people with paraplegia. Mao’s most cited study, “The effects of gait training using powered lower limb exoskeleton robot on individuals with complete spinal cord injury” (2018, 65 citations), demonstrated that robotic exoskeleton gait training can significantly enhance walking function and reduce secondary complications in complete SCI patients. This pilot study provided foundational evidence for the clinical utility of powered exoskeletons, influencing subsequent rehabilitation protocols. She also investigated the biomechanics and energetics of exoskeleton-assisted sit-to-stand movements, revealing how these devices can improve balance control and reduce metabolic cost during daily transitions. Mao’s research bridges engineering and clinical practice, offering practical solutions for mobility restoration. Her contributions have been recognized through citations in rehabilitation robotics and SCI management literature, establishing her as a key figure in advancing assistive technologies for neurological recovery.