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Dr. Kayo Tokeji is a pioneering researcher in pediatric neurorehabilitation, specializing in the application of wearable robotic technologies and neuromuscular electrical stimulation for children with severe motor impairments. Her work centers on expanding access to advanced rehabilitation for pediatric patients with cerebral palsy and spinal cord disorders, particularly those who have been excluded from conventional therapies due to size or severity constraints. Dr. Tokeji’s major contributions include the first feasibility and safety study of the wearable cyborg Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL) for pediatric populations, demonstrating that a smaller-sized HAL can facilitate voluntary movement and muscle activity in children as young as those with cerebral palsy and spinal cord injuries (7 citations). She also authored a seminal case series on voluntary-assisted upper limb training, combining robotics and electrical stimulation to improve motor function in severe spastic cerebral palsy, where traditional constraint-induced movement therapy is not suitable (5 citations). Her work has been recognized for its translational impact, bridging engineering and clinical practice to offer new hope for children with profound disabilities. Dr. Tokeji’s research continues to shape the future of pediatric robotic rehabilitation, emphasizing patient-centered design and rigorous clinical validation.
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