Yi Ou
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Yi Ou is a leading researcher in rehabilitation engineering and neurorehabilitation, with a focused expertise in exoskeleton-assisted walking (EAW) for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Their most cited work, a 2021 randomized controlled pilot study, demonstrates a major contribution: establishing that EAW not only improves gait parameters but also significantly enhances pulmonary function—a critical yet often overlooked outcome for SCI patients. This study, with 40 citations, provides foundational evidence that robotic exoskeletons can yield dual benefits for mobility and respiratory health, opening new avenues for integrated rehabilitation protocols. Ou’s research bridges biomechanics and clinical physiology, emphasizing functional recovery beyond walking alone. By quantifying improvements in 6-minute walk tests and lung capacity, they have influenced both clinical practice and device design. Their work is notable for its rigorous methodology and patient-centered outcomes, positioning Ou as a key voice in the advancement of wearable robotic technologies for spinal cord injury rehabilitation.
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