Yorck-Bernhard Kalke
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Yorck-Bernhard Kalke is a leading figure in neurorehabilitation and assistive robotics, with a primary focus on restoring mobility in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). His most impactful work centers on the clinical application of powered exoskeletons for gait training. In his landmark 2017 study, cited over 180 times, Kalke demonstrated the safety and feasibility of using the Ekso Bionics exoskeleton in a structured 8-week training protocol, showing significant improvements in gait function for chronic SCI patients. This research provided critical evidence that exoskeleton-assisted walking is not only viable but can yield measurable functional gains, helping to shift the field from purely experimental devices toward practical rehabilitation tools. Kalke’s contributions have been instrumental in establishing evidence-based protocols for robotic gait training, influencing both clinical practice and device design. His work continues to shape how researchers and clinicians approach locomotor recovery, making him a key voice in the intersection of biomechanics, rehabilitation engineering, and patient-centered outcomes.
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