Lenny Vasanthan
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Lenny Vasanthan’s research focuses on the intersection of stroke rehabilitation, assistive robotics, and patient-centered care, with a particular emphasis on understanding the lived experiences of both patients and healthcare professionals. Her major contribution lies in advancing qualitative evidence synthesis in neurorehabilitation, most notably through her 2022 systematic review protocol that systematically examines how patients who have had a stroke and rehabilitation professionals perceive and engage with upper limb rehabilitation robots. This work, which has already garnered 7 citations, is pioneering in its recognition that the success of robotic therapy depends not only on clinical efficacy but also on user acceptance, comfort, and meaningful integration into practice. By foregrounding qualitative insights, Vasanthan’s research bridges a critical gap between engineering innovation and real-world clinical implementation. Her work is notable for its methodological rigor and its potential to shape future guidelines for human-robot interaction in stroke recovery. For students and researchers, Vasanthan exemplifies how qualitative research can inform the design and deployment of rehabilitation technologies, ensuring that the voices of those who use them are heard and valued in evidence-based practice.
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