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K. Kamada is a researcher specializing in rehabilitation robotics and quantitative biomechanical assessment, with a particular focus on the shoulder joint. Their work bridges the gap between clinical therapy and robotic precision, aiming to develop systems that can objectively evaluate and restore motor function. A key contribution is the design and application of a three-dimensional force display robot to replicate and quantify the results of manual clinical tests, as demonstrated in their 2013 paper on shoulder joint function evaluation (5 citations). Kamada further advanced this field by proposing a novel robotic-assisted isotonic exercise protocol for post-stroke rehabilitation, using a time-variant damping coefficient to guide circular motion therapy (2015, 3 citations). Their research also includes the development of a screening test robot for the early detection of shoulder functional decline (2014, 2 citations). While citation counts are modest, Kamada’s work is notable for its translational focus—creating tangible robotic tools that can support therapists in diagnosis and recovery, making rehabilitation more consistent, accessible, and data-driven. Their contributions represent a meaningful step toward integrating robotics into routine clinical practice for upper-limb rehabilitation.