M.J.A. Jannink
Papers
8
Total Citations
1,328
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About
M.J.A. Jannink is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation engineering, with a focus on developing and evaluating robotic and assistive technologies to restore upper-limb function after stroke. His most influential work, a 2006 systematic review of robot-aided therapy for the hemiparetic arm (932 citations), established that robotic training is at least as effective as conventional therapy, largely due to increased training intensity. Jannink’s major contributions center on the design and clinical validation of novel exoskeleton systems, particularly the Dampace and Freebal devices, which combine functional task training with targeted force-coordination and gravity compensation. His research demonstrated that gravity compensation significantly improves active range of motion while reducing abnormal muscle activity in stroke patients, offering a mechanistic understanding of how arm support facilitates motor recovery. With over 1,300 total citations across his core publications, Jannink’s work has shaped the clinical adoption of rehabilitation robotics, providing evidence-based guidelines for integrating these technologies into post-stroke care. His innovative designs, such as the Dampace exoskeleton, remain influential in the ongoing effort to create more effective, patient-centered rehabilitation tools.
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- 2Dampace: dynamic force-coordination trainer for the upper extremities110 citations · 2007
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- 5Freebal: dedicated gravity compensation for the upper extremities63 citations · 2007
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