Qian Lai

Papers

Total Citations

104

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About

Qian Lai is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation engineering, with a focus on developing intelligent robotic systems for post-stroke motor recovery. His most cited work, "Early Stroke Rehabilitation of the Upper Limb Assisted with an Electromyography-Driven Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation-Robotic Arm" (2017, 104 citations), introduces a groundbreaking EMG-driven NMES-robotic arm that integrates voluntary effort detection with multi-joint physical training for the elbow, wrist, and fingers. This innovation addresses a critical gap in rehabilitation by combining neuromuscular electrical stimulation with robotic assistance, enabling patients to engage in repeated, effort-driven limb practice essential for neural recovery. Lai’s contributions have advanced the field by demonstrating how bio-signal control can enhance therapy efficacy, offering a pathway to more personalized and effective stroke rehabilitation. His work has been widely cited for its practical impact on clinical robotics and motor learning principles, establishing him as a key figure in assistive technology. Through this research, Lai has not only improved upper limb rehabilitation outcomes but also laid the groundwork for future innovations in human-machine interfaces for neurorecovery.