Matteo Pittaluga

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Matteo Pittaluga is a rehabilitation engineer and researcher whose work centers on developing innovative robotic and wearable technologies for post-stroke motor recovery. His primary research areas include soft robotics, supernumerary limbs, and task-specific neurorehabilitation, with a particular focus on restoring upper limb function in sub-acute stroke patients. His most cited work, "A soft supernumerary hand for rehabilitation in sub-acute stroke: a pilot study" (2022), introduces a novel soft robotic glove designed to assist patients who lack sufficient active finger extension to engage in conventional task-specific training. By providing gentle, compliant support, this device enables earlier and more intensive rehabilitation, potentially accelerating functional recovery. Although early in his career, Pittaluga’s pilot study has already garnered 9 citations, signaling growing interest in his approach. His contributions are notable for bridging the gap between soft robotics and clinical rehabilitation, offering a patient-centered solution that prioritizes safety and adaptability. As the field moves toward more personalized neurorehabilitation, Pittaluga’s work stands out for its practical, translational focus—directly addressing a critical bottleneck in stroke therapy.