ADAPTIVE ENVIRONMENTS FOR ROBOTIC ASSISTED NEURO-LIMBIC RECOVERY BY REASSESSING MANAGEMENT IN AVIATION ACCIDENTS CASE

Purpose – This paper examines the potential of robotic-assisted neuro-limbic recovery in the context of aviation accidents, combined with the importance of professional training in medical robotics. Methodology/approach – Rare but documented cases are presented, the Cecilia Cichan, the single survivor of a plane crash at the age of four, and the James Polehinke, co-pilot of a crashed flight. In this article, alternative approaches for robotic assistance in neuro-limbic recovery are considered, with a methodology that involves analyzing data from aviation accident injuries to explore how robotic rehabilitation could have helped. Findings – Robotic-assisted rehabilitation offers significant advantages in the recovery process of motor and neurological functions, determined by precise conducted repetitive movements, real-time monitoring and customized adjustments, with great help and facilities extension for therapists. Research limitations/implications – The limited availability of detailed patient data and rapidly evolving technologies may need for more accreditation data and demonstrations. Practical implications – Large-scale implementation of robotic assisted rehabilitation technologies requires investment in training of medical staff and hospital infrastructure. This article contributes to understanding of how new founding may transform neuro-rehabilitation practices. Originality/value – Aviation accidents cause severe injuries such as multiple fractures, burns, brain damage and amputations, requiring complex medical interventions and long-term rehabilitation. Advanced rehabilitation technologies are key to improving the quality of life of survivors, as demonstrated in the case studies of Cecilia Cichan and James Polehinke. Acknowledgement – The research was supported by the project “New frontiers in adaptive modular ro-botics for patient-centered medical rehabilitation” –ASKLEPIOS, funded by the Eu-ropean Union – NextGenerationEU and the Romanian Government, under the Na-tional Recovery and Resilience Plan for Romania (contract no. 760071/23.05.2023, code CF 121/15.11.2022). The contract was funded by the Romanian Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digitalization, within Component 9, investment I8.