Yury Gerasimenko

University of California, Los Angeles, University of Louisville

Papers

Total Citations

104

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About

Yury Gerasimenko is a pioneering neuroscientist whose research focuses on restoring motor function after spinal cord injury (SCI), particularly through neuromodulation and rehabilitation technologies. His major contributions center on developing non-invasive spinal cord stimulation techniques to recover control of posture, locomotion, and upper limb function. In his highly cited 2009 paper (79 citations), Gerasimenko highlighted overlooked solutions for post-SCI recovery, laying groundwork for transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation (tSCS). His 2023 clinical trial (25 citations) demonstrated that combining cervical tSCS with robotic exoskeleton rehabilitation significantly improves arm and hand function in individuals with cervical SCI—a critical priority for independence and quality of life. This work showcases his impact in translating neurophysiological principles into practical therapies. Gerasimenko’s research has helped shift the field toward accessible, non-invasive interventions, with his studies often cited for their translational potential. His achievements include advancing the understanding of spinal cord plasticity and developing protocols that integrate electrical stimulation with robotic systems, offering new hope for functional recovery in SCI patients.