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Patrick Dehail is a leading figure in neurorehabilitation and assistive robotics, with a research focus on restoring motor function after neurological injury. His most impactful work, a 2020 meta-analysis on robotic gait training after stroke, has garnered 173 citations, establishing a critical evidence base for the efficacy of robotic exoskeletons in improving walking recovery. Dehail’s contributions extend to the upper limb through the landmark REM_AVC trial, which rigorously evaluated rehabilitation robotics for post-stroke arm function. This work has helped shape clinical protocols by demonstrating how robotic devices can enhance motor learning and neuroplasticity. By bridging engineering and clinical practice, Dehail has advanced the translation of robotic technologies from lab to bedside, providing concrete data on dosage, timing, and patient selection. His research is essential reading for students and clinicians seeking to understand how robotics can augment traditional therapy, offering both rigorous meta-analytical insights and practical trial outcomes that guide rehabilitation strategies for stroke survivors.