Janneke Nachtegaal
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Janneke Nachtegaal is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, with a primary focus on restoring mobility and improving quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Her work centers on the therapeutic application of robotic exoskeletons for gait training, investigating both functional outcomes and broader health impacts. Her most influential study, a 2017 investigation into the safety and feasibility of 8 weeks of exoskeleton training using the Ekso Bionics device, has garnered 180 citations, establishing a foundational evidence base for clinical adoption. Building on this, her 2018 exploratory study (87 citations) as part of a European multicentre trial examined secondary health conditions, revealing promising effects on spasticity, pain, bowel function, and daily living activities. Through these contributions, Nachtegaal has demonstrated that exoskeleton-assisted walking is not only safe but can yield meaningful physiological and psychological benefits beyond locomotion. Her work is pivotal in shifting SCI rehabilitation from passive management toward active, technology-driven recovery, and she continues to shape best practices for integrating robotic devices into clinical care.
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