Michael Sailer

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Michael Sailer is a researcher in neurorehabilitation and assistive robotics, focusing on restoring motor function for patients with central nervous system damage. His work centers on developing and refining robot-assisted therapies for both the upper and lower extremities. A key contribution is his research on integrating functional electrical stimulation with robotic gait training to enhance rehabilitation outcomes for stroke patients, as detailed in his 2020 study on gait event detection. This work, which has garnered 13 citations, addresses the critical need for precise timing in combined therapy approaches. Sailer has also advanced the standardization of upper limb rehabilitation, authoring a 2017 review on robot- and device-based therapies that has accumulated 8 citations. His contributions are particularly notable for bridging the gap between clinical practice and engineering, making complex robotic systems more feasible for routine treatment of motor dysfunctions. Through his publications in both English and German, Sailer is helping to establish evidence-based protocols that could significantly improve recovery for patients with neurological impairments.