Michael Bolton
Papers
2
Total Citations
16
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2
About
Michael Bolton’s research centers on rehabilitation robotics, with a specific focus on restoring ankle function in patients with neuromuscular disorders and chronic ankle instability (CAI). His major contributions include the design and testing of lightweight, compliant robotic orthotic devices that deliver controlled perturbations during gait to retrain sensorimotor control. In his most cited work, “Test of a customized compliant ankle rehabilitation device in unpowered mode” (12 citations), Bolton demonstrated the feasibility of a novel, low-profile robotic system that could be worn during walking without active actuation. A subsequent study (4 citations) extended this concept by introducing controlled perturbations to directly address deficits in proprioception and motor coordination in CAI patients. Though early in his career, Bolton’s work bridges a critical gap between traditional passive bracing and fully powered exoskeletons, offering a practical, lightweight solution for clinical rehabilitation. His devices prioritize patient comfort and real-world gait retraining, laying groundwork for future adaptive control strategies in neurorehabilitation.
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- 1Test of a customized compliant ankle rehabilitation device in unpowered mode12 citations · 2014
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