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About
Shogo Nakagawa is a leading researcher in pediatric rehabilitation robotics, with a focused expertise in robot-assisted gait training for children with cerebral palsy (CP). His major contributions center on the clinical application of the Hybrid Assistive Limb® (HAL), a wearable robotic exoskeleton designed to improve walking ability in pediatric patients. Nakagawa’s work has been instrumental in demonstrating that even a very small-sized HAL can produce meaningful gait improvements, as shown in his most-cited paper (2020, 24 citations), which documents significant functional gains in a child with CP. He has further explored the sustainability of these benefits, reporting that gait improvements can persist after puberty—a critical finding for long-term motor development. His case studies (2019, 8 and 7 citations) provide foundational evidence for the efficacy and safety of HAL in pediatric populations, addressing a key gap in rehabilitation robotics. Nakagawa’s research has directly influenced clinical practice by showing that wearable robots can enhance ambulation and standing, major goals in CP therapy. With a cumulative impact of over 50 citations across his key works, he is recognized for advancing the evidence base for robot-assisted neurorehabilitation in children, paving the way for more accessible, effective interventions.
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- 2Effect of the Hybrid Assistive Limb on the Gait Pattern for Cerebral Palsy12 citations · 2020
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