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About
Simona Portaro is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, specializing in robotic gait training and neuromodulation for neurological disorders. Her work focuses on integrating advanced technologies—such as powered exoskeletons, transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), and virtual reality—to improve motor and non-motor outcomes in patients with stroke, multiple sclerosis, Friedreich ataxia, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and myotonic dystrophy. Her most-cited study (28 citations) demonstrated that overground robotic gait training can enhance non-motor functions in chronic stroke survivors, while her 2019 paper (27 citations) explored combining robotic training with tDCS for Friedreich ataxia rehabilitation—a pioneering approach. Portaro has also advanced rehabilitation for intensive care unit-acquired weakness (23 citations) and shown that exoskeletons can improve gait and balance in multiple sclerosis (14 citations). Her 2025 systematic review on virtual reality and gamification for neuromuscular diseases (11 citations) underscores her forward-thinking contributions. Through these innovative, technology-driven interventions, Portaro has significantly expanded therapeutic options for patients with complex, progressive neurological conditions, earning her recognition as a transformative figure in modern neurorehabilitation.
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