Klaus Jahn

Professor Klaus Jahn serves as a Senior Physician and Research Group Leader at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU), where he directs neurorehabilitation research at the German Center for Vertigo and Balance Disorders (DSGZ). He also holds the position of Head of Department of Neurology at Schoen Clinic Bad Aibling. His work bridges clinical practice and academic research in the field of neurological movement disorders with a particular focus on balance and gait pathologies.

Dr. Jahn's research centers on sensorimotor control of posture and gait following neurological injuries, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, and vestibular system disorders. His interdisciplinary team employs advanced methodologies including structural and functional neuroimaging, gait analysis, posturography, and sensor-based movement tracking to investigate movement disorders in neurological patients. His work aims to develop evidence-based interventions to improve functional outcomes in patients with neurological impairments.

Analysis of Professor Jahn's publications reveals a consistent focus on clinical neurology with particular emphasis on vertigo, balance disorders, and gait abnormalities across the lifespan. His research spans from fundamental investigations of locomotor networks to clinical applications in rehabilitation, with a growing interest in pediatric vestibular disorders in recent years. Much of his work involves collaborative, multinational research efforts addressing diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches for neurological conditions.

Professor Jahn maintains an active research program with continuous funding from prestigious sources including the German Research Ministry (BMBF) and the European Union. He mentors students including Theresa Raiser and Katherina Volkening, contributing to the next generation of neurology researchers and clinicians.

His research group operates as an interdisciplinary collaboration between basic scientists, clinicians, and physical therapists, reflecting the comprehensive approach needed to address complex neurological rehabilitation challenges. The DSGZ platform serves as a hub for translational research connecting laboratory findings with clinical applications in neurorehabilitation.