Karin Groothuis‐Oudshoorn

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Karin Groothuis‐Oudshoorn is a leading researcher in rehabilitation technology and evidence-based medicine, with a primary focus on the clinical application of robotic therapy for stroke recovery. Her most influential contribution is a landmark systematic review on robot-aided therapy for the hemiparetic arm after stroke, which has garnered over 930 citations and remains a foundational reference in neurorehabilitation. This work critically evaluated the limited clinical evidence available at the time, providing early insights into how robotic devices could improve upper-limb motor control and functional outcomes in stroke patients. Beyond this, her research spans biostatistics, methodology for systematic reviews, and the integration of patient-reported outcomes in rehabilitation trials. Groothuis‐Oudshoorn’s work has shaped clinical guidelines and inspired further innovation in assistive technologies, bridging engineering and patient care. Her rigorous approach to synthesizing evidence has made her a trusted voice in rehabilitation science, helping to move robotic therapy from experimental settings toward practical, evidence-supported clinical use.