Manuel J. Escalona
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About
Manuel J. Escalona is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics and neurorecovery, with a primary focus on restoring mobility for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). His work centers on the design, control, and clinical application of overground robotic exoskeletons, aiming to translate these technologies from the lab into real-world community settings. A major contribution is his feasibility study on long-term manual wheelchair users with chronic, complete SCI, which demonstrated that exoskeleton-assisted walking is safe, learnable, and physically demanding—garnering 75 citations. He further quantified the cardiorespiratory demand and perceived exertion of exoskeleton walking (63 citations), providing essential benchmarks for clinical prescription. Escalona has also pioneered investigations into how different exoskeleton control modes affect lower limb muscle synergies, both in individuals with incomplete SCI and able-bodied adults, revealing how robotic assistance can reshape neuromuscular coordination. His work is notable for its focus on chronic, community-dwelling populations, bridging a critical gap between clinical trials and everyday use. With a growing citation impact, Escalona is shaping the future of wearable robotic rehabilitation, making strides toward practical, user-centered exoskeleton technologies.
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