Katsunori Ikoma

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Katsunori Ikoma is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of rehabilitation engineering, neuroprosthetics, and human–machine interfaces. His primary research focuses on leveraging biofeedback and electrical stimulation to facilitate functional recovery, particularly through the modulation of body image and sensory-motor integration. In his notable 2014 paper, "Engineering Approach for Functional Recovery Based on Body Image Adjustment by Using Biofeedback of Electrical Stimulation," Ikoma proposed a novel framework that uses real-time biofeedback to help patients recalibrate their internal body representations, thereby improving motor control and rehabilitation outcomes. Although this work has garnered modest citation counts, it represents a foundational step in understanding how engineered feedback can reshape neural plasticity. Ikoma’s contributions are especially relevant for developing assistive technologies that bridge the gap between residual motor function and intended movement, offering new pathways for stroke and spinal cord injury rehabilitation. His interdisciplinary approach—combining principles from control theory, neuroscience, and biomedical engineering—positions him as a thoughtful innovator in the field of functional electrical stimulation and body-aware neurorehabilitation.