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About
Paolo Tonin is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, specializing in the use of robotics, haptic devices, and virtual reality to restore motor function after stroke and in neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis. His work centers on how technology-supported therapies can drive neuroplasticity and motor re-learning, moving beyond traditional rehabilitation to offer high-intensity, task-specific treatments. Tonin’s most cited study, a 2013 feasibility trial on haptic-based hand rehabilitation (53 citations), demonstrated the clinical efficacy of robotic prototypes for post-stroke hand recovery, establishing a foundation for the field. He has further advanced this area through lesion mapping studies that link exoskeleton-robot-assisted therapy to specific brain recovery pathways, and by exploring cognitive tele-rehabilitation enhanced with virtual reality to improve quality of life for patients with multiple sclerosis. His research on the route of motor recovery and the prevention of post-stroke pain (e.g., the ROBOCOP trial) showcases his commitment to understanding the mechanisms behind robotic therapy. With over 130 citations across his key works, Tonin’s contributions are pivotal in shaping how clinicians integrate cutting-edge technology into patient-centered neurorehabilitation.
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