S. Coupaud

University of Glasgow, Institute for Research and Innovation in Social Services

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S. Coupaud’s research lies at the intersection of rehabilitation engineering and neurophysiology, with a focus on restoring mobility and cardiopulmonary health in individuals with neurological impairments. Their major contributions include pioneering work in feedback-controlled robotic gait training, where they developed a novel real-time control system for oxygen uptake during robot-assisted walking. This innovation enables body-weight-supported devices to serve not only as rehabilitation tools but also as effective exercise platforms for stroke and spinal-cord-injured patients, addressing critical secondary health complications like reduced cardiovascular fitness. Their 2009 paper on this topic has garnered 22 citations, reflecting its foundational impact. Coupaud also advanced early-stage spinal cord injury rehabilitation through robotic-assisted tilt-table therapy, investigating how passive mobilization can mitigate paralysis-related inactivity and reduce risks of coronary heart disease. This 2013 work, with 17 citations, underscores their commitment to tackling the systemic consequences of spinal cord damage. By blending engineering precision with clinical insight, Coupaud’s research offers practical pathways to improve long-term outcomes for neurologically impaired populations, making their work essential reading for students and researchers in rehabilitation science and assistive technology.