Sharon M. Nijenhuis
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About
Sharon M. Nijenhuis is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation engineering, specializing in robot-mediated upper limb therapy for stroke survivors. Her work bridges the critical gap between clinical rehabilitation and home-based assistive technology, with a focus on hand and wrist function—areas often underserved by robotic interventions. Her most cited paper (403 citations) provides a foundational framework for classifying training modalities in robot-mediated stroke rehabilitation, offering clarity to a field that has grown rapidly since the 1990s. Nijenhuis was instrumental in the SCRIPT project, designing, developing, and deploying a passive hand/wrist exoskeleton for home-based rehabilitation, which was independently used by 24 patients across three EU countries. Her research emphasizes user-centered design, as seen in her work on a wearable soft-robotic glove and studies on stroke survivors’ experiences with technology, ensuring devices meet real-world needs and avoid abandonment. With over 800 total citations, Nijenhuis has shaped how robotic training is delivered—from clinic to home—and has advanced the integration of motivational gaming environments to increase training dose and engagement. Her contributions are vital for students and researchers aiming to develop effective, accessible assistive technologies for neurological recovery.
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