Susan Deems-Dluhy
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Susan Deems-Dluhy is a leading researcher in rehabilitative robotics, with a focus on developing and evaluating lower-extremity exoskeletons to improve mobility and reduce disability in clinical populations. Her major contributions center on demonstrating the practical efficacy of wearable robotic devices for individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) and knee osteoarthritis (KOA). In her highly cited 2021 study on MS, she showed that a lower-extremity exoskeleton can overcome mobility barriers to exercise, offering a new pathway to reduce disability. Her parallel 2021 work on KOA, involving a rigorous multi-site cross-over trial, provided compelling evidence that the Keeogo™ exoskeleton serves as an effective mobility assist device for home and clinic use. With each of these studies garnering 24 citations, Deems-Dluhy’s work has quickly become foundational in the field of assistive robotics. Her research bridges the gap between engineering innovation and patient-centered outcomes, making her a key figure in translating exoskeleton technology from the lab into real-world rehabilitation settings.
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