Kaoru Honaga
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Dr. Kaoru Honaga is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, specializing in the development of cutting-edge technologies for upper extremity recovery after stroke. Her primary research areas include robotics, electromyography (EMG), and artificial intelligence (AI) integration for motor function restoration. Dr. Honaga’s most notable contribution is the design and clinical validation of a novel AI-integrated, EMG-driven robot hand for stroke rehabilitation. In a landmark randomized, controlled trial (2023), she demonstrated how this device interprets patients’ voluntary muscle signals from three forearm muscles to facilitate finger extension and flexion, enabling more intuitive and effective therapy. This work, already garnering 40 citations, represents a significant leap forward in human-machine interaction for medical recovery. By bridging the gap between neural intent and robotic assistance, Dr. Honaga’s research offers new hope for restoring hand function in individuals with severe motor impairments, directly addressing one of the most challenging aspects of post-stroke care. Her innovative approach continues to shape the future of personalized, technology-driven rehabilitation.
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