Annette A. van Kuijk
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Annette A. van Kuijk is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, with a primary focus on upper limb recovery after stroke. Her work centers on understanding the critical time windows for intervention and developing evidence-based rehabilitation strategies to maximize functional recovery. Van Kuijk is best known for designing and leading the EXPLICIT-stroke programme, a landmark study that systematically investigated the impact of early applied upper limb stimulation. Her seminal 2008 paper outlining this programme’s design has garnered 74 citations, serving as a foundational reference for researchers and clinicians alike. Through this work, she has helped clarify the optimal timing and intensity of task-oriented therapy, challenging and refining long-held assumptions about the first month post-stroke. Van Kuijk’s contributions have directly influenced clinical guidelines for stroke rehabilitation, bridging the gap between laboratory-based neuroscience and practical patient care. Her research continues to shape how therapists approach upper limb recovery, emphasizing the importance of early, targeted intervention to improve long-term outcomes for stroke survivors.
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