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Lars Schwickert is a leading researcher in orthopaedic rehabilitation, with a focused expertise on robotic-assisted therapy for proximal humerus fractures. His work addresses a critical gap in post-surgical care for these common yet debilitating injuries, particularly in aging populations. Schwickert’s major contributions include pioneering the integration of virtual environments and robotic training to enhance functional recovery after humeral fractures. He designed and led the first multicentre, randomised controlled trial (RCT) investigating robot-assisted training as a supplement to conventional rehabilitation, demonstrating its safety, acceptability, and potential to improve upper-limb function. His protocol paper (2017, 20 citations) and subsequent trial results (2020, 9 citations) provide foundational evidence for technology-enhanced rehabilitation protocols. Additionally, Schwickert advanced outcome measurement by validating the orthopaedic Wolf-Motor-Function-Test, ensuring reliable and responsive assessment tools for this patient group. With his most-cited work (2011, 24 citations) establishing the concept of robotic-assisted rehabilitation in virtual environments, Schwickert has shaped a novel, evidence-based approach to post-fracture care. His research directly addresses the lack of standardised exercise guidelines, offering clinicians and patients a promising pathway to improved recovery after proximal humeral fractures.