Naoya Kotani
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About
Dr. Naoya Kotani is a pioneering researcher in robotic rehabilitation, with a focus on the Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL) exoskeleton for orthopedic recovery. His work centers on applying HAL technology to improve postoperative outcomes in total knee arthroplasty, total hip arthroplasty, and spine surgery. Kotani’s major contributions include demonstrating the feasibility of supplemental robot-assisted knee flexion exercises, which showed promise in accelerating range-of-motion recovery after knee replacement. He also established that HAL training can significantly enhance restricted hip extension following hip arthroplasty, addressing a critical functional deficit. In spine surgery, his research confirmed the safety and efficacy of early neurorehabilitation using HAL, expanding the scope of robotic therapy into delicate postoperative contexts. With over 47 cumulative citations across his most-cited papers, Kotani’s work has influenced the integration of exoskeleton-based rehabilitation into standard orthopedic care. His notable achievement includes pioneering the use of single-joint HAL (HAL-SJ) for targeted joint recovery, setting a foundation for personalized robotic therapy. Kotani’s research bridges engineering and clinical practice, offering new pathways for patients to regain mobility after major surgery.
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