Vanina Costa
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4
Total Citations
26
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3
About
Vanina Costa is a leading researcher at the intersection of rehabilitation robotics and assistive technologies, with a primary focus on developing accessible, low-cost solutions for vulnerable populations. Her work centers on three key areas: pediatric motor rehabilitation, geriatric hip fracture recovery, and the integration of virtual reality with robotic gait training. Costa’s major contributions include the design and clinical validation of a 3D-printed passive exoskeleton for children with motor disorders, demonstrating through electromyography-based assessment that affordable fabrication methods can bridge the gap between research and clinical practice. She has also developed and clinically validated a robotic platform specifically tailored for hip fracture rehabilitation in elderly populations, addressing a critical need where traditional rehabilitation is often lengthy and complex. Her innovative work combining fully immersive virtual reality with the SWalker robotic device for functional gait rehabilitation has garnered attention for its focus on usability and safety. With her most-cited papers accumulating over 25 citations in just a few years, Costa is establishing herself as a rising figure in rehabilitation engineering, known for translating cutting-edge technology into practical, patient-centered interventions that prioritize affordability and real-world applicability.
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