Claysson Bruno Santos Vimieiro
Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais
Papers
7
Total Citations
159
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6
About
Claysson Bruno Santos Vimieiro is a leading researcher at the intersection of rehabilitation robotics and biomechanics, whose work is fundamentally reshaping how technology aids neurological recovery. His primary focus lies in the design and clinical validation of robotic exoskeletons and orthoses for both upper and lower limb rehabilitation, with a particular emphasis on creating devices that are not only effective but also safe and comfortable for long-term use. Vimieiro’s most impactful contribution is a seminal systematic review and meta-analysis on robot-assisted therapy for upper limb function, which has garnered 92 citations and established the evidence base for this innovative treatment approach. He has further advanced the field by engineering a highly backdrivable and kinematic-compatible magneto-rheological knee exoskeleton, a design that directly addresses the critical limitations of weight and joint misalignment in current devices. His work also extends to developing portable robotic orthoses for stroke survivors, with rigorous biomechanical validation studies. Collectively, his research, which has accumulated over 150 citations, is driving a paradigm shift toward more adaptive, patient-centered robotic rehabilitation tools that promise to significantly improve functional outcomes and quality of life for individuals with motor impairments.
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- 6Robotic Orthosis for Upper Limb Rehabilitation7 citations · 2020
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