Rasika Bombatkar
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About
Rasika Bombatkar is a rising researcher in rehabilitation robotics, with a focused interest in making home-based hand therapy accessible in low- and middle-income countries. Her work centers on the development and evaluation of the Plug-And-Train Hand Rehabilitation Robot (PLUTO), a low-cost, portable device designed for stroke survivors. Bombatkar’s major contributions include demonstrating the long-term usability and feasibility of PLUTO for home-based therapy, as shown in her 2023 study (3 citations), and identifying key facilitators and barriers to its adoption in India through a pilot feasibility study (2024, 2 citations). These investigations highlight critical challenges—such as device simplicity, caregiver support, and infrastructure limitations—that must be addressed to scale robotic rehabilitation in resource-limited settings. By bridging engineering and clinical practice, Bombatkar’s work provides foundational evidence for deploying affordable robotic interventions outside traditional clinics. Her research is particularly notable for its focus on equity in neurorehabilitation, offering practical insights for future implementation in underserved communities. As an early-career scientist, Bombatkar is shaping the conversation around accessible, technology-driven stroke recovery in the Global South.
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