Andrew M. Gordon
Columbia University, Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Papers
5
Total Citations
121
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About
Andrew M. Gordon is a leading researcher in pediatric rehabilitation robotics, whose work centers on restoring functional independence for children with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities. His major contributions lie in developing and testing novel robotic interventions that target seated postural control and hand function. Gordon’s most influential work, the Trunk Support Trainer (TruST), demonstrates how motor learning-based training can enhance dynamic seated stability and reaching in children with GMFCS levels III–IV, with his 2020 proof-of-concept study accumulating 37 citations. His 2017 paper on TruST (32 citations) further elucidates the intricate coordination required for everyday tasks, while his 2016 study on hand robotic therapy (24 citations) shows the impact of targeted training on hand paresis in hemiparesis. Beyond his empirical work, Gordon’s 2008 call to re-examine intervention approaches (20 citations) has shaped translational research in the field, urging a shift toward evidence-based alternatives to traditional therapies. His ongoing work, including a 2023 RCT protocol, continues to push the boundaries of intensive seated postural interventions, cementing his role as a pioneer in making robotic technology a practical tool for improving participation and quality of life in children with motor disabilities.
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- 2Enhancing Seated Stability Using Trunk Support Trainer (TruST)32 citations · 2017
- 3Hand Robotic Therapy in Children with Hemiparesis24 citations · 2016
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