Maria de Jesus Madrigal
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Maria de Jesus Madrigal is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation and assistive technology, with a focus on developing accessible, cost-effective solutions for stroke recovery in low-resource settings. Her seminal work, a 2016 pilot randomized trial comparing traditional therapy to circuit training in a robot/technology-assisted therapy gym in Mexico (84 citations), demonstrated that technology-enhanced rehabilitation can be both feasible and effective in low- and middle-income countries, where clinical resources are often scarce. This study has been pivotal in shaping global conversations about equitable access to neurorehabilitation, highlighting how affordable robotic and technology-assisted interventions can alleviate the burden on one-on-one therapy. Madrigal’s contributions extend beyond clinical trials; she is a strong advocate for integrating engineering and rehabilitation science to bridge healthcare disparities. Her research has informed the design of low-cost, scalable rehabilitation platforms, earning her recognition as a key figure in the movement toward democratizing stroke care. Through her work, Madrigal continues to inspire researchers and clinicians to reimagine rehabilitation as a right, not a privilege, for underserved populations worldwide.
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