Patrizia Steca
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About
Patrizia Steca is a leading researcher at the intersection of clinical psychology and neurorehabilitation technology. Her work focuses on evaluating the biopsychosocial impact of robotic and virtual reality (VR) devices in neuromotor rehabilitation, with a particular emphasis on patient experience and health-related quality of life. Her most cited paper, a systematic review on the usability of robotic and VR devices from the perspective of patients and healthcare professionals (82 citations), provides critical insights into the human factors that determine the success of these technologies. She has further advanced the field by comparing the effectiveness of robot-assisted therapy alone versus when combined with VR on health-related quality of life in neurological patients (34 citations). Her research is notable for moving beyond purely motor outcomes to incorporate psychosocial variables, as demonstrated in her study protocol on biopsychosocial effects and user experience (12 citations). Through her systematic reviews and empirical work, Steca is helping to shape a more patient-centered approach to neurorehabilitation, ensuring that technological innovation is matched by a deep understanding of the human experience of recovery.
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