Ari Wilkenfeld

Ari Wilkenfeld is an Assistant Professor at the T.H. Chan School of Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School, specializing in Neurology. He holds a BS in Electrical Engineering & Applied Physics from Case Western Reserve University, an MD from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Research Focus

His work bridges Biomedical Engineering and Neurology, focusing on neuromuscular disorders and rehabilitation technologies. Key areas include:

• Botulinum toxin applications for neurological pain
• Functional electrical stimulation (FES) in movement disorders
• Neurorehabilitation for spinal cord injuries
• Simulation models for posture control
• Combined therapies for gait disorders
• Biomedical technology development

Networks

Wilkenfeld collaborates with experts in physical and rehabilitation medicine, including professionals like Dr. Kyle Rossi and Dr. Jennifer Moodie. His research connects to broader networks in muscle spasticity, anti-dyskinesia agents, and gait disorders.