Martina Rossero

Italian Institute of Technology, University of Pisa

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Martina Rossero is a rising leader in rehabilitation robotics, specializing in soft robotic systems and supernumerary limbs for post-stroke recovery. Her research centers on developing wearable, anthropomorphic robotic hands—such as the SoftHand X—that assist patients with sub-acute stroke who lack sufficient finger extension for traditional task-specific training. In her landmark 2022 pilot study (9 citations), Rossero introduced a soft supernumerary hand that enables these patients to engage in rehabilitation earlier, accelerating functional recovery of the upper limb. Her 2020 work (6 citations) further advanced the field by analyzing compensatory movements during robotic assistance, providing critical insights for optimizing device design and patient outcomes. By integrating gravity-support booms with intuitive control interfaces, Rossero’s innovations reduce compensatory patterns and promote natural movement. Her contributions bridge the gap between assistive technology and clinical practice, offering a new paradigm for neurorehabilitation. With growing citation impact and a focus on patient-centered design, Rossero is shaping the future of soft robotics in medicine, making her work essential reading for researchers in rehabilitation engineering and human-robot interaction.