Gait Control and Neuroplasticity
Noninvasive brain and spinal cord neuromodulatory techniques hold strong potential as neural interfaces to support the recovery of gait function in individuals with neurological disorders. Transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation, in particular, is a promising approach for modulating spinal cord excitability and enhancing locomotor recovery in upper motoneuron lesions.
Dr. Andreas Skiadopoulos’ research aims to elucidate the mechanisms underlying the effects of spinal cord stimulation on the neural control of gait, with a focus on the application of neuromodulatory techniques to improve rehabilitation outcomes for individuals with neurological disorders. Through this research, he has developed a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between neurophysiology and the biomechanics of human movement, which informs both his scientific approach and his commitment to translational applications in rehabilitation.
Research projects were coordinated by Dr. Maria Knikou (City University of New York, USA). The National Institutes of Health R01 Grant also supported by the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, the Bronx Veterans Medical Research Foundation, and co-coordinated by Dr. Noam Y. Harel (Bronx Veterans Medical Research Foundation, USA).
