Papers
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Total Citations
337
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About
Matt Simkins is a leading researcher in robotic neurorehabilitation, specializing in the development and application of wearable robotic exoskeletons for upper-limb recovery after stroke. His work focuses on the critical comparison between bilateral and unilateral training paradigms, demonstrating through high-impact studies—including his 2012 paper with 130 citations—that robot-assisted therapy can effectively restore motor function in chronic stroke survivors. Simkins’ major contributions include the design of the UL-EXO7 orthosis and the creation of engaging rehabilitation games that improve patient motivation and outcomes. His research has shown that chronic stroke patients can achieve comparable results using virtual task-specific training with robotic guidance versus traditional physical therapy, a finding that has reshaped clinical approaches. With over 300 combined citations, Simkins has also explored the biomechanics of stroke-induced joint synergies and the role of rhythmic movement in rehabilitation. His work bridges engineering and clinical practice, offering practical solutions for motor recovery and advancing our understanding of how robotic systems can augment human learning and movement.
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- 4Robotic Rehabilitation Game Design for Chronic Stroke22 citations · 2012
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- 7Rhythmic affects on stroke-induced joint synergies across a range of speeds11 citations · 2013
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