Masahiro Izumi

Aichi Gakuin University, Asahi University

Papers

Total Citations

126

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About

Masahiro Izumi is a pioneering researcher in the field of oral rehabilitation and musculoskeletal therapy, with a focused expertise in the biomechanics and therapeutic manipulation of the masticatory muscles. His work centers on the masseter and temporal muscles, where he has made significant contributions to both diagnostic imaging and treatment optimization. Izumi’s landmark 2009 study introduced the use of sonographic elastography to quantify masseter muscle stiffness, establishing the Masseter Stiffness Index (MSI) as a novel metric for personalizing massage pressure—a breakthrough that has garnered 49 citations. He further validated this approach in a 2010 study (48 citations), demonstrating that sonographic features can effectively evaluate massage efficacy. Notably, Izumi also developed an innovative oral rehabilitation robot designed specifically for massaging the masseter and temporal muscles (2009, 29 citations), merging engineering with clinical care. His work has profound implications for treating temporomandibular disorders and myofascial pain, offering objective, imaging-based tools to replace subjective pressure assessments. With a cumulative impact of over 126 citations on these key papers alone, Izumi stands as a leader in translating ultrasound technology into practical, patient-centered rehabilitation strategies.