Overview
Background
Paul W. Hodges DSc MedDr PhD BPhty(Hons) FAA FACP APAM(Hon) is an National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Leadership Fellow (Level 3), Professor and Director of the Centre for Innovation in Pain and Health Research (CIPHeR) at The University of Queensland (UQ). He is lead chief investigator on an NHMRC Synergy Grant that includes colleagues from the Universities of Queensland, Adelaide and South Australia, and the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute. Paul is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science, which is a Fellowship of the nation’s most distinguished scientists, elected by their peers for outstanding research that has pushed back the frontiers of knowledge. He is also a Fellow of the Australian College of Physiotherapists, the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Science, and was made an Honoured member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association, their highest honour.
Paul is a recognised world leader in movement control, pain and rehabilitation. His unique comprehensive research approach from molecular biology to brain physiology and human function has led to discoveries that have transformed understanding of why people move differently in pain. His innovative research has also led to discoveries of changes in neuromuscular function across a diverse range of conditions from incontinence to breathing disorders. These observations have been translated into effective treatments that have been tested and implemented internationally.
Paul has received numerous national and international research awards that span basic and clinical science. These include the premier international award for spine research (ISSLS Prize) on five occasions; three times in Basic Science (2006, 2011, 2019) and twice in Clinical Science (2018, 2021). International awards in basic science include the SusanneKlein-Vogelbach Award (2010) and the Delsys Prize for Innovation in Electromyography (2009). National medical research awards include the NHMRC Achievement Award (2011). He has also received national community-based leadership awards including the Young Australian of the Year Award in Science and Technology (1997), Future Summit Australian Leadership Award (2010), and Emerging Leader Award (Next 100 Awards, 2009).
Paul is the Chair of the Terminology Task Force for the International Association for the Study of Pain, Chair of the Consensus for Experimental Design in Electromypgraphy for the International Society for Electrophysiology and Kinesiology and has been the Chair/Co-Chair for several major international conferences. He has led major international consortia to bring together leaders from multiple disciplines to understand pain.
Availability
- Professor Paul Hodges is:
- Available for supervision
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Fields of research
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
- Doctor of Philosophy, Karolinska Mediko Kirurgiska Institutet
- Doctoral Diploma of Science (Advanced), The University of Queensland
Research interests
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Pain
Matching the right patient to the right treatment at the right time Discrimination between pain mechanisms Rehabilitation of pain
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Motor control
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Rehabilitation
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Continence
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Low back pain
Research impacts
Paul has four doctorates; one in Physiotherapy (Uni Qld), two in Neuroscience (Karolinska Inst, Uni Qld) and an honorary doctorate in Medicine (Ghent Uni). His work aims to blend these skills to understand the mechanisms underpinning pain and movement, and use that knowledge to develop and refine interventions. His diverse expertise enables him to solve complex problems using a comprehensive multi-scale approach from molecular biology to brain physiology and human function, using innovative experimental methods. His comprehensive research approach has led to discoveries that have transformed understanding of why people move differently in pain. Translation of this work into treatments for people in pain have changed rehabilitation and improved outcomes, particularly for back pain; the world’s leading cause of disability. In addition to his work in pain his unique approach has led to breakthroughs in other areas such as management of continence and breathing disorders.
Works
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2019
Journal Article
Reconsideration of pelvic floor muscle training to prevent and treat incontinence after radical prostatectomy
Hodges, Paul W., Stafford, Ryan E., Hall, Leanne, Neumann, Patricia, Morrison, Shan, Frawley, Helena, Doorbar-Baptist, Stuart, Nahon, Irmina, Crow, Jason, Thompson, Judith and Cameron, Anne P. (2019). Reconsideration of pelvic floor muscle training to prevent and treat incontinence after radical prostatectomy. Urologic Oncology, 38 (5), 354-371. doi: 10.1016/j.urolonc.2019.12.007
2019
Journal Article
Exploring the characteristics and preferences for online support groups: mixed method study
Plinsinga, Melanie Louise, Besomi, Manuela, Maclachlan, Liam, Melo, Luciano, Robbins, Sarah, Lawford, Belinda J, Teo, Pek Ling, Mills, Kathryn, Setchell, Jenny, Egerton, Thorlene, Eyles, Jillian, Hall, Leanne, Mellor, Rebecca, Hunter, David J, Hodges, Paul, Vicenzino, Bill and Bennell, Kim (2019). Exploring the characteristics and preferences for online support groups: mixed method study. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 21 (12) e15987, e15987. doi: 10.2196/15987
2019
Journal Article
Comparison of dynamic features of pelvic floor muscle contraction between men with and without incontinence after prostatectomy and men with no history of prostate cancer
Stafford, Ryan E., Coughlin, Geoff and Hodges, Paul W. (2019). Comparison of dynamic features of pelvic floor muscle contraction between men with and without incontinence after prostatectomy and men with no history of prostate cancer. Neurourology and Urodynamics, 39 (1) nau.24213, 170-180. doi: 10.1002/nau.24213
2019
Journal Article
Motor strategies learned during pain are sustained upon pain-free re-exposure to task
Salomoni, Sauro E., Marinovic, Welber, Carroll, Timothy J. and Hodges, Paul W. (2019). Motor strategies learned during pain are sustained upon pain-free re-exposure to task. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 51 (11), 2334-2343. doi: 10.1249/MSS.0000000000002059
2019
Journal Article
Letter to the editor concerning “Multiple confounders influence the association between low-grade systemic inflammation and musculoskeletal pain. A call for a prudent interpretation of the literature” by Schipholt et al
Klyne, David M. and Hodges, Paul W. (2019). Letter to the editor concerning “Multiple confounders influence the association between low-grade systemic inflammation and musculoskeletal pain. A call for a prudent interpretation of the literature” by Schipholt et al. Spine Journal, 19 (11), 1899-1900. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2019.06.011
2019
Journal Article
Consensus for experimental design in electromyography (CEDE) project: electrode selection matrix
Besomi, Manuela, Hodges, Paul W., Van Dieën, Jaap, Carson, Richard G., Clancy, Edward A., Disselhorst-Klug, Catherine, Holobar, Aleš, Hug, François, Kiernan, Matthew C., Lowery, Madeleine, McGill, Kevin, Merletti, Roberto, Perreault, Eric, Søgaard, Karen, Tucker, Kylie, Besier, Thor, Enoka, Roger, Falla, Deborah, Farina, Dario, Gandevia, Simon, Rothwell, John C., Vicenzino, Bill and Wrigley, Tim (2019). Consensus for experimental design in electromyography (CEDE) project: electrode selection matrix. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 48, 128-144. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2019.07.008
2019
Conference Publication
Cross-sectional study of somatosensory and psychological features, and pain comorbidity in severe lateral elbow tendinopathy
Vuvan, V., Mellor, R., Coombes, B., Heales, L., Hodges, P., Farrell, M. and Vicenzino, B. (2019). Cross-sectional study of somatosensory and psychological features, and pain comorbidity in severe lateral elbow tendinopathy. 2019 ASICS SMA Conference, Twin Waters, QLD Australia, 23-26 October 2019. Chatswood, NSW Australia: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2019.08.235
2019
Conference Publication
Can the provision of written information change the natural course of patellofemoral pain?
Maclachlan, L., Collins, N., Hodges, P. and Vicenzino, B. (2019). Can the provision of written information change the natural course of patellofemoral pain?. 2019 ASICS SMA Conference, Sunshine Coast, QLD Australia, 23 – 26 October 2019. Chatswood, NSW Australia: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2019.08.223
2019
Journal Article
Corrigendum to: Development of a collaborative model of low back pain: report from the 2017 NASS consensus meeting (vol 19, pg 1029, 2019)
Cholewicki, Jacek, Popovich, John M., Aminpour, Payam, Gray, Steven A., Lee, Angela S. and Hodges, Paul W. (2019). Corrigendum to: Development of a collaborative model of low back pain: report from the 2017 NASS consensus meeting (vol 19, pg 1029, 2019). Spine Journal, 19 (10), 1750-1750. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2019.07.001
2019
Conference Publication
Foot orthoses induce immediate changes in intrinsic foot muscle EMG activity during walking
Collins, N., Salomoni, S., Elgueta Cancino, E., Tucker, K. and Hodges, P. (2019). Foot orthoses induce immediate changes in intrinsic foot muscle EMG activity during walking. 2019 ASICS SMA Conference, Twin Waters, QLD Australia, 23 – 26 October 2019. Chatswood, NSW Australia: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2019.08.164
2019
Journal Article
Impact of flare-ups on the lives of individuals with low back pain: A qualitative investigation
Tan, Dominique, Hodges, Paul W., Costa, Nathalia, Ferreira, Manuela and Setchell, Jenny (2019). Impact of flare-ups on the lives of individuals with low back pain: A qualitative investigation. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice, 43, 52-57. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2019.06.003
2019
Journal Article
Deep hip muscle activation during squatting in femoroacetabular impingement syndrome
Diamond, Laura E., van den Hoorn, Wolbert, Bennell, K. L., Wrigley, T. V., Hinman, Rana S., O'Donnell, John and Hodges, Paul W. (2019). Deep hip muscle activation during squatting in femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. Clinical Biomechanics, 69, 141-147. doi: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2019.07.017
2019
Conference Publication
Shear wave elastography of the iliotibial band: Reliability of measures in different anatomical regions and tasks
Besomi, M., Salomoni, S., Vicenzino, B. and Hodges, P. (2019). Shear wave elastography of the iliotibial band: Reliability of measures in different anatomical regions and tasks. 2019 ASICS SMA Conference, Noosa, QLD Australia, 23 – 26 October 2019. Amsterdam, Netherlands: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2019.08.078
2019
Journal Article
Highlighting distinctions between discrete perturbations and continuous perturbations in the study of dynamic trunk control: response
Reeves, N. Peter, Cholewicki, Jacek, van Dieen, Jaap H., Kawchuk, Greg and Hodges, Paul W. (2019). Highlighting distinctions between discrete perturbations and continuous perturbations in the study of dynamic trunk control: response. Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 49 (9), 680-681.
2019
Journal Article
Building a collaborative model of sacroiliac joint dysfunction and pelvic girdle pain to understand the diverse perspectives of experts
Hodges, Paul W., Cholewicki, Jacek, Popovich, John M., Lee, Angela S., Aminpour, Payam, Gray, Steven A., Cibulka, Michael T., Cusi, Mel, Degenhardt, Brian F., Fryer, Gary, Gutke, Annelie, Kennedy, David J., Laslett, Mark, Lee, Diane, Mens, Jan, Patel, Vikas V., Prather, Heidi, Sturesson, Bengt, Stuge, Brit and Vleeming, Andry (2019). Building a collaborative model of sacroiliac joint dysfunction and pelvic girdle pain to understand the diverse perspectives of experts. PM and R, 11 (S1), S11-S23. doi: 10.1002/pmrj.12199
2019
Journal Article
Are signs of central sensitisation in acute low back pain a precursor to poor outcome?
Klyne, David M., Moseley, G. Lorimer, Sterling, Michele, Barbe, Mary F. and Hodges, Paul W. (2019). Are signs of central sensitisation in acute low back pain a precursor to poor outcome?. The Journal of Pain, 20 (8), 994-1009. doi: 10.1016/j.jpain.2019.03.001
2019
Journal Article
Essential key messages about diagnosis, imaging, and self-care for people with low back pain: a modified Delphi study of consumer and expert opinions
French, Simon D., Nielsen, Mandy, Hall, Leanne, Nicolson, Philippa J. A., van Tulder, Maurits, Bennell, Kim L., Hinman, Rana S., Maher, Chris G., Jull, Gwendolen and Hodges, Paul W. (2019). Essential key messages about diagnosis, imaging, and self-care for people with low back pain: a modified Delphi study of consumer and expert opinions. Pain, 160 (12), 1-2797. doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000001663
2019
Journal Article
State-of-the-art exercise concepts for lumbopelvic and spinal muscles - transferability to microgravity
Hides, Julie, Hodges, Paul and Lambrect, Gunda (2019). State-of-the-art exercise concepts for lumbopelvic and spinal muscles - transferability to microgravity. Frontiers in Physiology, 10 837, 837. doi: 10.3389/fphys.2019.00837
2019
Journal Article
Sensorimotor cortical activity in acute low back pain: a cross-sectional study
Chang, Wei-Ju, Buscemi, Valentina, Liston, Matthew B., McAuley, James H., Hodges, Paul W. and Schabrun, Siobhan M. (2019). Sensorimotor cortical activity in acute low back pain: a cross-sectional study. The Journal of Pain, 20 (7), 819-829. doi: 10.1016/j.jpain.2019.01.006
2019
Journal Article
The nociceptive withdrawal reflex of the trunk is organized with unique muscle receptive fields and motor strategies
Massé-Alarie, Hugo, Salomoni, Sauro E. and Hodges, Paul W. (2019). The nociceptive withdrawal reflex of the trunk is organized with unique muscle receptive fields and motor strategies. European Journal of Neuroscience, 50 (2), 1932-1947. doi: 10.1111/ejn.14369
Funding
Current funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
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Available projects
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Measurement and rehabilitation of the shoulder and upper limb
We are seeking up to two PhD candidates eligible for a UQ Graduate School Scholarship, Australia to undertake a PhD in the area of measurement of upper limb motion and use. The project is part of an Industrial Transformation Training Centre (ITTC) funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC) and led by researchers at Queensland University of Technology and the University of Queensland. The centre aims to advance personalised surgical treatment of joints by integrating computer tools for pre-surgical planning and decision making, computer simulation systems and robot simulators for surgical training. Understanding the effectiveness of these treatments requires assessment and analysis of functional movements in clinical and real-world environments. The successful PhD candidate will use new sensor and/or robotic assessment technologies in conjunction with advanced motion capture systems to record shoulder and upper limb functional movements.
Project areas include:
• developing novel movement & muscle function assessments for the shoulder & upper limb;
• examining functional movements in people with shoulder or upper limb dysfunction or injury;
• developing new wearable & robotic technologies to optimise upper limb functional movement;
• developing new virtual / augmented reality technologies for rehabilitation.
The project requires a background in movement science, biomechanics, biomedical engineering or a related discipline. Experience in 3D motion analysis and electromyography is highly desirable.
The PhD student will be supervised by a team that may include Prof Paul Hodges, Prof Sandra Brauer, Dr Alejandro Melendez-Calderon, Dr Antonio Padilha Lanari Bo, Prof Graham Kerr. The PhD students will work in the labs of the UQ Professors as part of an interdisciplinary team with skills spanning rehabilitation, imaging, neurophysiology, physiology, motor control, biomechanics, and computational modelling. The student will collaborate with other students and researchers at Queensland University of Technology, University of Queensland and Neuroscience Research Aust.
Eligible candidates will be supported to apply for a UQ Graduate School Scholarship that provides a 3-year scholarship (with possible extension for 6 months if required) at a rate of $28,597 p.a. tax free. An additional top up of $8,000 p.a. tax free, will be provided for these projects. Due to international border restrictions, this opportunity is most suitable for onshore applicants.
Essential criteria: An undergraduate degree with first or second class division 1 Honours in movement science, biomechanics, physiotherapy, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline; eligibility for admission to the PhD program at The University of Queensland; knowledge of 3D motion analysis; excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English.
Desirable criteria: Experience in rehabilitation science; biomechanics, and muscle physiology.
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Real world measurement of spine and body movement
We are seeking a PhD student with a background in biomedical engineering and/or biomechanics to join our team to contribute to a body of work that aims to analyse movement of the spine and body in the real world. Projects will relate to measurement and analysis of movement to understand the relationship between movement and low back pain and to guide treatment.
Essential criteria: An undergraduate degree with first or second class division 1 Honours in movement science, biomechanics, physiotherapy, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline; eligibility for admission to the PhD program at The University of Queensland; knowledge of 3D motion analysis; experience with Matlab for data analysis; excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English.
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Applying new methods to understand pelvic floor function in men and women
We are seeking a PhD student with a background in biomedical engineering and/or biomechanics to join our team to work with our team to study the mechanisms of continence in men and women. We aim to apply new imaging methods and image analysis to better understand how continence is maintained and how this is impacted by surgery (e.g. prostatectomy in men) and ageing. The work will involve a multidisciplinary team to address this challenging issue.
Essential criteria: An undergraduate degree with first or second class division 1 Honours in movement science, biomechanics, physiotherapy, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline; eligibility for admission to the PhD program at The University of Queensland; experience with Matlab for data analysis; excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English.
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Master Philosophy
Ultrasonographic study on bladder and pelvic floor muscle tone in voiding dysfunction
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Eric Chung
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Doctor Philosophy
Relationship Between Trunk Postural Control And Low Back Pain
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr David Klyne, Dr Wolbert van den Hoorn
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Master Philosophy
Ultrasonographic study on bladder and pelvic floor muscle tone in voiding dysfunction
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Eric Chung
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Doctor Philosophy
Understanding the mechanisms of recovery from back pain
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Neural control of the shoulder
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Wolbert van den Hoorn
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Master Philosophy
Ultrasonographic study on bladder and pelvic floor muscle tone in voiding dysfunction
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Eric Chung
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Doctor Philosophy
Towards an understanding of the role of pelvic floor muscle tone in pelvic health conditions: Exploration of concepts and measurement of greater tone and investigations of tone in male pelvic pain
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Understanding the relationship between the pelvic floor and the hip
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Michelle Smith, Dr Marie-Pierre Cyr
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Doctor Philosophy
Towards better understanding of pelvic organ support in women who engage in recreational exercise: The effects of heavy lifting on the pelvic floor
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Emma Beckman, Dr Marie-Pierre Cyr, Associate Professor Michelle Smith
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Doctor Philosophy
The effectiveness of mind-body interventions in increasing pain tolerance in athletes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Melissa Day
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Doctor Philosophy
Disentangling the relationship between sleep, stress and pain.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Simon Smith, Dr Manuela Besomi Molina, Dr David Klyne
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Doctor Philosophy
Towards better understanding of pelvic organ support in women who engage in recreational exercise: The effects of heavy lifting on the pelvic floor
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Emma Beckman, Dr Marie-Pierre Cyr, Associate Professor Michelle Smith
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Doctor Philosophy
Towards better understanding of pelvic organ support in women who engage in recreational exercise: The effects of heavy lifting on the female pelvic floor
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Emma Beckman, Dr Marie-Pierre Cyr, Associate Professor Michelle Smith
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Doctor Philosophy
The role of sleep and physical activity in pain
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Sjaan Gomersall, Dr David Klyne
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Relationship Between Trunk Postural Control And Low Back Pain
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr David Klyne, Dr Wolbert van den Hoorn
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2023
Master Philosophy
Exploring activation strategies of the multifidus and longissimus muscles in healthy individuals
Principal Advisor
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Understanding chronic pain mechanisms: Towards methods to discriminate between pain categories
Principal Advisor
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Towards the investigation of the tensor fascia lata muscle and iliotibial band function in runners: The relevance of the why and the how
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bill Vicenzino
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Understanding low back pain (LBP) flares: identifying definitions, features and risk-factors
Principal Advisor
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Organisation of Motor Regions of the Brain and Sensory-motor Function in Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
Principal Advisor
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
New insight into the function of pelvic floor muscles in women in relation to organ support
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Michelle Smith
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
Biological factors in the transition from acute to persistent low back pain
Principal Advisor
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
Evaluation of the Dynamical Structures of Postural Control: New Insights into Motor Adaptation in Ageing and Pain
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Honorary Professor Francois Hug
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Physiology and pathophysiology of low back pain in ballet dancers
Principal Advisor
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2013
Master Philosophy
Development of a clinical test of motor control of thoraco-lumbo-pelvic regions
Principal Advisor
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
The Function of the Male Pelvic Floor: Old Questions Investigated Through New Methods
Principal Advisor
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
The Characterisation of Movement-Based Subgroups in Low Back Pain: An Investigation of Overlap, Motor Control and Psychological Considerations
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Gwendolen Jull
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Motor Control & Kinematics of the Thorax in Pain-free Function
Principal Advisor
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Basal ganglia control of anticipatory postural adjustments: Effects of Parkinson's disease and its treatments
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Sandy Brauer
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
The Behaviour of the Lumbar Paraspinal Muscles in People with Recurrent Low Back Pain During Symptom Remission
Principal Advisor
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2010
Doctor Philosophy
Prevention of back pain in nurses
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Gwendolen Jull
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2008
Doctor Philosophy
The organisation and plasticity of the motor system in people with and without chronic low back pain
Principal Advisor
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2007
Doctor Philosophy
Lumbo-pelvic control during human bipedal locomotion: contribution of the abdominal and paraspinal muscles in individuals with and without low back pain
Principal Advisor
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2006
Doctor Philosophy
POINTING, PERCEPTION AND PAIN: THE EFFECT OF CHANGES IN HEAD POSITION ON UPPER LIMB MOVEMENT
Principal Advisor
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2005
Doctor Philosophy
MOTOR UNIT SYNCHRONIZATION BETWEEN THE VASTI MUSCLES: PHYSIOLOGY, PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AND PLASTICITY
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bill Vicenzino
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2005
Doctor Philosophy
PHYSIOTHERAPY INTERVENTION IN THE LONG-TERM INTENSIVE CARE STAY PATIENT: Use of head-up tilt and inspiratory muscle training
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Robert Boots
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Doctor Philosophy
COMPETING DEMANDS ON THE TRUNK MUSCLES - EFFECTS, CONSEQUENCES, AND MECHANISMS
Principal Advisor
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Towards better understanding of pelvic organ support in women who engage in recreational exercise: The effects of heavy lifting on the pelvic floor
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Emma Beckman, Dr Marie-Pierre Cyr, Associate Professor Michelle Smith
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Enhancing low back pain care: Thinking and practising critically beyond the biopsychosocial model
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Rebecca Olson
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Lateral elbow tendinopathy: towards a better understanding of its multifactorial nature and the role of isometric exercise
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bill Vicenzino
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the clinical presentation of tibialis posterior tendinopathy
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bill Vicenzino, Associate Professor Michelle Smith
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Muscle activity and morphology in hip-related pain
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bill Vicenzino
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
The psychological features and somatosensory characteristics of patellofemoral pain
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Natalie Collins, Professor Bill Vicenzino
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
The refinement and validity evaluation of a 2-Dimensional motion capture method to quantify lumbo-pelvic-hip complex motion in chronic low back pain.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Trevor Russell, Professor Kylie Tucker, Associate Professor Shaun O'Leary
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Regional variation in the function of the deep ventrolateral muscles of the trunk in people with and without low back pain
Joint Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Cresswell
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Movement variability and pain: Searching for a solution
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bill Vicenzino, Professor Kylie Tucker
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Insights into the mechanisms that underlie neuromuscular adaptation to pain using postural and volitional focused motor tasks
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Kylie Tucker
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Epaxial musculature and its relationship with back pain in the horse
Associate Advisor
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
The Compensation Hypothesis: An Examination of the Argument that Injury Compensation Negatively Affects Health Outcomes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Luke Connelly
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
SENSORIMOTOR AND FUNCTIONAL DEFICITS FOLLOWING ACUTE LATERAL ANKLE SPRAINS
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bill Vicenzino
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
Implications of mild peripheral nerve compression beyond the lesion site - Mechanisms and interventions
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Marc Ruitenberg
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2009
Doctor Philosophy
Postural stability and spinal movement in chronic low back pain
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Sandy Brauer
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2006
Doctor Philosophy
NEUROMUSCULAR CONTROL OF THE LEG DURING CYCLING AND RUNNING IN TRIATHLETES
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bill Vicenzino
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- Electromyography
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- Multifidus
- musculoskeletal pain
- nociplastic pain
- Pain
- rehabilitation
- Spine control
- Ultrasound imaging
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