Sandra Pegritz

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Dr. Sandra Pegritz is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, specializing in the intersection of robotic-assisted therapy and post-stroke motor recovery. Her work focuses on understanding how innovative rehabilitation devices can restore hand function by leveraging the brain’s inherent plasticity. In her seminal 2013 study, "Exploratory Study on the Effects of a Robotic Hand Rehabilitation Device on Changes in Grip Strength and Brain Activity after Stroke," Dr. Pegritz investigated the neural mechanisms underlying functional recovery in subacute stroke patients. By combining robotic hand therapy with functional MRI (fMRI), she demonstrated measurable improvements in grip strength and corresponding shifts in cortical activation patterns, providing early evidence for device-driven neuroplasticity. Though this foundational paper has garnered 30 citations, its influence extends beyond raw numbers—it has shaped subsequent protocols for integrating robotics into clinical stroke rehabilitation. Dr. Pegritz’s contributions are particularly notable for bridging engineering and neuroscience, offering a roadmap for designing patient-centered interventions that promote meaningful recovery. Her work continues to inspire researchers exploring how technology can unlock the brain’s adaptive potential after injury.