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Zeev Meiner is a leading figure in neurorehabilitation, whose research has fundamentally advanced the use of robotic-assisted gait training (RAGT) for patients with severe neurological impairments. His work focuses on restoring locomotor function in individuals affected by stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), and spinal cord injury. Meiner’s landmark 2009 randomized controlled trial, cited over 210 times, demonstrated that early and prolonged RAGT with the Lokomat device significantly improves functional outcomes in subacute stroke patients compared to conventional therapy. He further expanded this evidence base by showing that MS patients also benefit from robot-assisted treadmill training, a finding that has shaped clinical protocols worldwide. Meiner’s investigations into patient selection—identifying who may benefit most from RAGT—have been crucial for personalizing rehabilitation strategies. His case report on using robotic training to treat spinal decompression sickness with Brown-Sequard syndrome highlights the versatility of his approach. With cumulative citations exceeding 500, Meiner’s work has established robotic therapy as a cornerstone of modern neurorehabilitation, offering new hope for walking recovery in the most challenging patient populations.
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- 2Robotic-Assisted Gait Training in Neurological Patients: Who May Benefit?124 citations · 2015
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