Ji-Hong Park

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital

Papers

Total Citations

196

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About

Dr. Ji-Hong Park is a pioneer in soft wearable robotics, specializing in rehabilitation and assistive technologies that restore mobility and vital functions. His research centers on developing lightweight, low-cost, and highly conformable robotic systems inspired by biological structures, with a focus on post-stroke gait rehabilitation, hand function assistance, and respiratory support. His most impactful work, "A Soft Wearable Robotic Ankle-Foot-Orthosis for Post-Stroke Patients" (2019, 158 citations), introduced an affordable, 3D-printed flexible brace and ankle support that enables gait assistance for daily rehabilitation, bridging the gap between clinical therapy and real-world use. Park further advanced the field with the "Design of Pneumatic Origami Muscle Actuators (POMAs) for A Soft Robotic Hand Orthosis" (2020), leveraging origami-inspired actuators for grasping assistance, and "Exo-Abs: A Wearable Robotic System Inspired by Human Abdominal Muscles" (2022), which noninvasively aids breathing, coughing, and speaking for patients with respiratory insufficiency. His work is distinguished by its emphasis on accessibility and user-centered design, making complex robotic assistance practical for everyday life. With a growing citation impact exceeding 200, Park’s innovations are shaping the future of soft robotics in rehabilitation, offering hope for enhanced independence in patients with neurological and respiratory disorders.