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Yohei Masugi is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of human neurophysiology and rehabilitation robotics, with a primary focus on understanding and modulating spinal reflex circuits during movement. His key research areas include spinal cord plasticity, reciprocal inhibition, and the effects of afferent input on motor control. Masugi’s major contributions involve demonstrating how movement-related sensory feedback—particularly during robot-assisted passive stepping—can suppress spinal reflexes like the soleus H-reflex in a velocity-dependent manner. He has also shown that electrical stimulation of the common peroneal nerve can modulate reciprocal inhibition during passive stepping, offering insights into how neural pathways adapt to external assistance. Though his citation counts (ranging from 6 to 22) reflect a developing career, his work is foundational for advancing neurorehabilitation strategies, especially for patients with spinal cord injury or stroke. By combining precise experimental paradigms with robotic technology, Masugi provides a clearer picture of how the central nervous system integrates sensory and motor signals during locomotion, making his research highly relevant for clinicians and engineers designing next-generation gait therapies.
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