Michele Urbano
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Michele Urbano is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics, with a primary focus on robot-mediated therapy for motor recovery. His work critically examines the intersection of clinical effectiveness and economic viability in assistive technologies. Urbano’s most cited contribution, a 2018 meta-analysis on robot-mediated lower limb rehabilitation for stroke patients, systematically evaluated decades of robotic applications introduced in the 1990s. This landmark study assessed whether robotic systems truly reduce therapist burden while improving patient outcomes, synthesizing evidence to guide clinical adoption. With 76 citations, the paper remains a foundational reference for researchers and clinicians weighing the costs and benefits of robotic rehabilitation. Urbano’s research is distinguished by its rigorous, evidence-based approach to translating engineering innovations into practical, cost-effective therapies. By bridging biomechanics, clinical trials, and health economics, he provides a roadmap for integrating robotics into standard care. His work empowers the next generation of engineers and therapists to design solutions that are not only technologically advanced but also accessible and sustainable in real-world rehabilitation settings.
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