Steven Knezevic
James J. Peters VA Medical Center, Veterans Health Administration
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About
Steven Knezevic is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics and spinal cord injury (SCI) recovery, with a focus on powered exoskeleton technology. His work centers on restoring walking function and improving health outcomes for individuals with SCI through robotic-assisted gait training. Knezevic’s most cited study (118 citations) established foundational benchmarks for in-hospital exoskeleton walking velocity and level of assistance, providing critical metrics for clinical adoption. He has demonstrated that over 100 hours of exoskeleton training can reduce central adiposity and improve body composition, highlighting the metabolic benefits beyond mobility. His research also explores the biomechanical mechanisms of gait improvement, including center-of-mass adaptations and postural control during exoskeleton use. Notably, Knezevic has investigated multimodal exercise approaches that combine cortical and subcortical stimulation to maximize neural recovery. His recent work addresses the broader application of wearable robots in military medical rehabilitation, defining design frameworks for injury prevention. Through longitudinal training studies and biomechanical analyses, Knezevic has advanced the understanding of how robotic exoskeletons can be optimized for clinical and rehabilitative use, making him a key contributor to the field of neurorehabilitation engineering.
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