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About
William A. Bauman is a pioneering researcher in spinal cord injury (SCI) rehabilitation, with a focus on restoring mobility through robotic exoskeletons and understanding the physiological consequences of paralysis. His major contributions include leading the first randomized clinical trial to demonstrate the efficacy of home and community exoskeletal-assisted walking, showing that it improves function and reduces central adiposity after chronic SCI. He has also developed computational models to quantify joint forces during exoskeletal use, advancing the safety and design of these devices. Bauman’s work extends to bone health, revealing that standard hip T-scores fail to predict knee bone mineral density in SCI, a critical finding for prescribing weight-bearing activities. With over 60 citations across his most influential papers, his research bridges engineering and clinical medicine to enhance quality of life for individuals with paralysis. Notably, his 2018 study on multimodal cortical and subcortical exercise offers a novel framework for engaging spared neural circuits after injury. Bauman’s integrated approach—combining rigorous trials, biomechanical modeling, and metabolic outcomes—positions him as a leader in translating exoskeleton technology from lab to daily living.
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- 1Exoskeletal-Assisted Walking in Veterans With Paralysis16 citations · 2024
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