Trudy A. Pelton
University of Birmingham, Evidence Based Research (United States)
Papers
4
Total Citations
83
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3
About
Trudy A. Pelton is a dedicated researcher in neurorehabilitation, whose work focuses on restoring upper limb function after stroke. Her primary research areas center on the coordination of reach-to-grasp movements—a critical yet often impaired skill following neurological injury. Pelton’s major contributions include conducting comprehensive systematic reviews that synthesize evidence on interventions for improving these coordination deficits. Her landmark 2012 paper, cited 43 times, provides a crucial overview of treatment strategies, highlighting the gap between neuroscience findings and clinical practice. In a complementary 2013 study (35 citations), she reviewed how damage to specific brain regions and pathways disrupts the central nervous system’s control of reach-to-grasp, offering insights that can directly inform more targeted therapies. By bridging basic neuroscience with applied rehabilitation, Pelton’s work has helped shape evidence-based approaches to upper limb recovery. Her research is particularly valuable for clinicians and scientists seeking to translate knowledge of motor control into effective interventions, ultimately aiming to enhance the quality of life for stroke survivors.
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- 2Neuroscience Findings on Coordination of Reaching to Grasp an Object35 citations · 2013
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