Paolo Gaffurini
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Paolo Gaffurini is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation and robotic-assisted therapy, with a primary focus on restoring upper limb function in stroke survivors. His work centers on understanding the acute physiological and functional effects of robotic mobilization, particularly using the Gloreha device. Gaffurini’s major contributions include demonstrating that a single, 20-minute session of robot-assisted passive hand mobilization can significantly improve local skeletal muscle perfusion and reduce spasticity in patients with poststroke hemiparesis. His seminal 2017 study, cited 28 times, provided critical evidence for the immediate vascular and neuromuscular benefits of this technology, while his earlier 2016 case series (23 citations) laid the groundwork by showing similar improvements in motor function. Beyond clinical trials, Gaffurini has advanced the field through preliminary validation of novel rehabilitation devices for both upper and lower limbs (16 citations), helping to establish the reliability and efficacy of robotic systems in physical therapy. His work is instrumental in bridging engineering and clinical practice, offering evidence-based support for integrating robotics into standard poststroke care to enhance recovery outcomes.
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