Samuele Bigazzi
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Samuele Bigazzi is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics, with a focus on restoring mobility and function in individuals with neurological injuries. His work bridges the critical gap between technological innovation and patient-centered outcomes, particularly for those with spinal cord injury (SCI) and chronic stroke. In a landmark 2016 study (94 citations), Bigazzi investigated the subjective experience, spasticity, and pain in SCI persons walking with a powered robotic exoskeleton, providing essential evidence on the psychological and physical impact of this emerging technology. His earlier 2013 work (73 citations) on robot-assisted upper limb rehabilitation demonstrated that combining proximal and distal robotic training can significantly enhance recovery in chronic stroke survivors. By systematically evaluating both the efficacy and the lived experience of robotic therapy, Bigazzi has helped shape clinical protocols that prioritize patient well-being alongside motor gains. His contributions are vital for advancing the clinical appropriateness of rehabilitation technologies, ensuring they are not only effective but also tolerable and beneficial for long-term recovery.
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