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Lin Tong is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation and spinal cord injury recovery, with a primary focus on developing innovative robotic and training interventions to restore motor function. Her major contributions center on understanding how robot-applied resistance can enhance the effects of body weight-supported treadmill training (BWSTT) to improve stepping and promote synaptic plasticity after spinal cord injury. In her seminal 2017 study, Tong demonstrated that combining robotic resistance with BWSTT significantly augments stepping recovery and neural plasticity in rodent models, providing critical evidence for more effective rehabilitation strategies. This work, which has garnered 7 citations, represents a foundational step toward translating robotic-assisted therapies into clinical practice. Tong’s research bridges engineering, neuroscience, and rehabilitation, offering new hope for individuals with paralysis. Her findings have been recognized for their potential to reshape post-injury training protocols, making her a key figure in advancing locomotor recovery science.
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