Professor Andrew Cresswell
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Andrew Cresswell

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Background

Prof. Cresswell’s research interest is in the integration of neurophysiology and biomechanics (neuromechanics) to investigate the control of human movement.

Particular research interests lie within the areas of: Motoneurone, reflex and cortical excitability during lengthening and shortening muscle actions; Neuromuscular fatigue; Reflex and voluntary activation of the abdominal musculature during controlled postural tasks.

Background

Prof Cresswell completed his medical doctorate in Neuroscience from the Karolinska Institute, Sweden, in 1993. He remained at the Karolinska Institute and University College of Physical Education and Sports until 2005 when he joined the academic staff at the University of Queensland with joint appointments in the Schools of Human Movement Studies and Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Prof Cresswell was the Head of the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences (2014-2019).

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Professor Andrew Cresswell is:
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Fields of research

Sports science and exercise

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Education, Institution to be confirmed
  • Masters (Coursework) of Science, University of Western Australia
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Karolinska Mediko Kirurgiska Institutet

Research interests

  • Neural Control of Movement

    Prof. Cresswell's research interest is in the integration of neurophysiology and biomechanics (neuromechanics) to investigate the control of human movement. Particular research interests lie within the areas of: Neural control of voluntary muscle actions; Neuromuscular fatigue; Muscle mechanics, Gait and Posture.

Research impacts

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186 works between 1982 and 2024
All (186) Journal Article (145) Conference Publication (30) Other Outputs (11)

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2009

Conference Publication

Changes in cortical and spinal responsiveness during a fatiguing submaximal contraction

Hoffman, Ben, Oya, Tomomichi, Carroll, Tim and Cresswell, Andrew (2009). Changes in cortical and spinal responsiveness during a fatiguing submaximal contraction. ABC7 - 7th Australasian Biomechanics Conference, Gold Coast, 30 November - 1 December, 2009. Gold Coast, QLD: Griffith University.

Changes in cortical and spinal responsiveness during a fatiguing submaximal contraction

2008

Journal Article

Corticospinal-evoked responses in lower limb muscles during voluntary contractions at varying strengths

Oya, T., Hoffman, B. W. and Cresswell, A. G. (2008). Corticospinal-evoked responses in lower limb muscles during voluntary contractions at varying strengths. Journal of Applied Physiology, 105 (5), 1527-1532. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.90586.2008

Corticospinal-evoked responses in lower limb muscles during voluntary contractions at varying strengths

2008

Journal Article

Motor unit recruitment behavior is not readily identifiable from EMG spectral changes

Cresswell, Andrew G. (2008). Motor unit recruitment behavior is not readily identifiable from EMG spectral changes. Journal of Applied Physiology, 105 (5), 1680-1680. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.zdg-8232-pcpcomm.2008

Motor unit recruitment behavior is not readily identifiable from EMG spectral changes

2008

Conference Publication

The effect of different reference transducer positions on intra-abdominal pressure measurement: a multicenter analysis

De Waele, Jan J., De laet, Inneke, De Keulenaer, Bart, Widder, Sandy, Kirkpatrick, Andrew W., Cresswell, Adrian B., Malbrain, Manu, Bodnar, Zsolt, Mejia-Mantilla, Jorge H., Reis, Richard, Parr, Michael, Schulze, Robert, Compano, Sonia and Cheatham, Michael (2008). The effect of different reference transducer positions on intra-abdominal pressure measurement: a multicenter analysis. 3rd World Congress on Abdominal Compartment Syndrome, Antwerp Belgium, Mar 22-24, 2007. NEW YORK: SPRINGER. doi: 10.1007/s00134-008-1098-4

The effect of different reference transducer positions on intra-abdominal pressure measurement: a multicenter analysis

2008

Journal Article

Differential control of abdominal muscles during multi-directional support-surface translations in man

Carpenter, Mark G, Tokuno, Craig D, Thorstensson, Alf and Cresswell, Andrew G (2008). Differential control of abdominal muscles during multi-directional support-surface translations in man. Experimental Brain Research, 188 (3), 445-455. doi: 10.1007/s00221-008-1377-x

Differential control of abdominal muscles during multi-directional support-surface translations in man

2008

Journal Article

Sway-dependent modulation of the triceps surae H-reflex during standing

Tokuno, C.D., Garland, S.J., Carpenter, M.G., Thorstensson, A. and Cresswell, A.G. (2008). Sway-dependent modulation of the triceps surae H-reflex during standing. Journal of Applied Physiology, 104 (5), 1359-1365. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00857.2007

Sway-dependent modulation of the triceps surae H-reflex during standing

2008

Journal Article

Evidence for reduced efficacy of the Ia-pathway during shortening plantar flexions with increasing effort

Oya, T. and Cresswell, A. (2008). Evidence for reduced efficacy of the Ia-pathway during shortening plantar flexions with increasing effort. Experimental Brain Research, 185 (4), 699-707. doi: 10.1007/s00221-007-1198-3

Evidence for reduced efficacy of the Ia-pathway during shortening plantar flexions with increasing effort

2007

Journal Article

Cortical and spinal adaptations induced by balance training: Correlation between stance stability and corticospinal activation

Cresswell, A. G. (2007). Cortical and spinal adaptations induced by balance training: Correlation between stance stability and corticospinal activation. Acta Physiologica, 189 (4), 303-303. doi: 10.1111/j.1748-1716.2007.01679_1.x

Cortical and spinal adaptations induced by balance training: Correlation between stance stability and corticospinal activation

2007

Conference Publication

Assessment of presynaptic inhibition and motoneurone excitability during ramp and hold contractions of the triceps surae

Oya, T. and Cresswell, A. (2007). Assessment of presynaptic inhibition and motoneurone excitability during ramp and hold contractions of the triceps surae. "Motor Control at the Top End" 2007 IBRO World Congress of Neuroscience Satellite Meeting, Darwin, 18-21 July, 2007. Eastwood, SA: SAPMEA Conventions.

Assessment of presynaptic inhibition and motoneurone excitability during ramp and hold contractions of the triceps surae

2007

Journal Article

Residual force enhancement after lengthening is present during submaximal plantar flexion and dorsiflexion actions in humans

Pinniger, G. J. and Cresswell, A. G. (2007). Residual force enhancement after lengthening is present during submaximal plantar flexion and dorsiflexion actions in humans. Journal of Applied Physiology, 102 (1), 18-25. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00565.2006

Residual force enhancement after lengthening is present during submaximal plantar flexion and dorsiflexion actions in humans

2007

Conference Publication

Modulation in corticospinal excitability during natural standing

Tokuno, C., Taube, W. and Cresswell, A. (2007). Modulation in corticospinal excitability during natural standing. "Motor Control at the Top End" 2007 IBRO World Congress of Neuroscience Satellite Meeting, Darwin, 18-21 July, 2007. Eastwood, SA: SAPMEA Conventions.

Modulation in corticospinal excitability during natural standing

2007

Journal Article

Ia-afferent input to motoneurons during shortening and lengthening muscle contractions in humans

Petersen, N. T., Butler, J. E., Carpenter, M. G. and Cresswell, A. G. (2007). Ia-afferent input to motoneurons during shortening and lengthening muscle contractions in humans. Journal of Applied Physiology, 102 (1), 144-148. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00362.2006

Ia-afferent input to motoneurons during shortening and lengthening muscle contractions in humans

2007

Journal Article

Control of the triceps surae during the postural sway of quiet standing

Tokuno, C. D., Carpenter, M. G., Thorstensson, A., Garland, S. J. and Cresswell, A. G. (2007). Control of the triceps surae during the postural sway of quiet standing. Acta Physiologica, 191 (3), 229-236. doi: 10.1111/j.1748-1716.2007.01727.x

Control of the triceps surae during the postural sway of quiet standing

2006

Conference Publication

The effects of sway velocity on the triceps surae H-reflex during quiet standing

Tokuno, C., Garland, S. J., Carpenter, M. G., Thorstensson, A. and Cresswell, A (2006). The effects of sway velocity on the triceps surae H-reflex during quiet standing. Society for Neuroscience Annual Meeting 2006, Atlanta, Georgia, 14-18 October, 2006. Washington D.C.: Society for Neuroscience.

The effects of sway velocity on the triceps surae H-reflex during quiet standing

2006

Journal Article

Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching - Mechanisms and clinical implications

Sharman, M. J., Cresswell, A. G. and Riek, S. (2006). Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching - Mechanisms and clinical implications. Sports Medicine, 36 (11), 929-939. doi: 10.2165/00007256-200636110-00002

Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching - Mechanisms and clinical implications

2006

Conference Publication

Variations in the soleus and gastrocnemius H-reflex during quiet standing may be explained by naturally occuring sway

Tokuno, C. and Cresswell, A (2006). Variations in the soleus and gastrocnemius H-reflex during quiet standing may be explained by naturally occuring sway. Australian Neurosicence Society 26th Annual Meeting, Sydney, Australia, 31 January - 3 February, 2006. Carlton, Vic: Australian Neuroscience Society Inc.

Variations in the soleus and gastrocnemius H-reflex during quiet standing may be explained by naturally occuring sway

2006

Conference Publication

General considerations for trunk stability in sports and exercise

Cresswell, A (2006). General considerations for trunk stability in sports and exercise. From Research to Practice II, Sydney, 28 September - 1 October, 2006. Sydney: UNSW Press.

General considerations for trunk stability in sports and exercise

2006

Journal Article

The influence of natural body sway on neuromuscular responses to an unpredictable surface translation

Tokuno, C. D., Carpenter, M. G., Thorstensson, A. and Cresswell, A. G. (2006). The influence of natural body sway on neuromuscular responses to an unpredictable surface translation. Experimental Brain Research, 174 (1), 19-28. doi: 10.1007/s00221-006-0414-x

The influence of natural body sway on neuromuscular responses to an unpredictable surface translation

2006

Conference Publication

Absence of an increase in the soleus H-reflex with increasing voluntary drive during shortening contractions in man

Oya, T. and Cresswell, A (2006). Absence of an increase in the soleus H-reflex with increasing voluntary drive during shortening contractions in man. Atlanta, Georgia, 14-18 October, 2006. Washington D.C.: Society for Neuroscience.

Absence of an increase in the soleus H-reflex with increasing voluntary drive during shortening contractions in man

2006

Conference Publication

Enhancing evidence based practice of PNF stretching

Sharman, M. J., Cresswell, A. and Riek, S. (2006). Enhancing evidence based practice of PNF stretching. 13th Commonwealth International Sport Conference CISC2006, Melbourne, Vic, Australia, 9-12 March, 2006. Jolimont, Vic, Australia: Sports Medicine Australia.

Enhancing evidence based practice of PNF stretching

Past funding

  • 2017 - 2022
    Optimising the spring in your step to enhance footwear design
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2019
    Can muscles tune foot stiffness to enhance efficiency of human locomotion?
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2015 - 2020
    The role of muscle and tendon mechanics in human muscle damage
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2015
    Foot-arch deformation and its relationship to load and shoe design
    UQ Collaboration and Industry Engagement Fund - Seed Research Grant
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2015
    2015-2016 Biomechanics Services and Research Agreement - UQ - Cricket Australia
    Cricket Australia
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2015
    Undertake a pilot research study into the biomechanical efficiencies of the ASICS 'Natural' shoe
    Asics Oceania Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2014
    Quantification of muscle mechanical properties by an innovative shear wave elastographic technique for basic and clinical science.
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2014
    Biomechanics Services and Research Agreement Cricket Australia
    Cricket Australia
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2016
    Post Doctoral Position in Strength and Power (Muscle Mechanics)
    Australian Sports Commission
    Open grant
  • 2012
    An instrumented treadmill for understanding the forces responsible for walking and running under different conditions in both normal and clinical populations.
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2011
    A metabolic testing suite for clinical exercise physiology, sports science and sports nutrition research
    NHMRC Equipment Grant
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2013
    A virtual environment for the study of multisensory learning, adaptation and control
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2010
    An ultrasound imaging suite for investigating musculoskeletal and cardiovascular function in health and disease
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2009
    A transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) suite for investigating brain function in movement, speech and cognition
    UQ School/Centre Co-Funding
    Open grant
  • 2009 - 2012
    Reconsideration of the motor adaptation to pain
    NHMRC Project Grant
    Open grant
  • 2008
    State of the art wireless electromyography system for clinical research
    NHMRC Equipment Grant
    Open grant
  • 2008 - 2013
    The efficacy of novel, non-robotic devices to train reaching post stroke
    NHMRC Project Grant
    Open grant
  • 2007 - 2012
    CCRE in Spinal Pain, Injury and Health
    NHMRC Centres of Clinical Research Excellence
    Open grant
  • 2006 - 2008
    An inverse control approach to resolving the neural basis of spatial and muscular dependencies in coordinated multi-limb movements
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2005 - 2007
    Cortical Mechanisms Mediating Bilateral Interactions Between the Upper Limbs
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2005
    NHMRC_Equipment Grant = A high-accuracy, active marker, motion analysis system for recording and analysing human movement, Phoenix Technologies Inc., Visualeyez
    NHMRC Equipment Grant
    Open grant

Availability

Professor Andrew Cresswell is:
Available for supervision

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Supervision history

Current supervision

  • Master Philosophy

    Player load of professional netball players

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Luke Kelly

  • Master Philosophy

    Investigating Peak Periods of Physical Demand in Elite Female Netball Players

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Luke Kelly

  • Doctor Philosophy

    The impact of fatigue on how running performance and economy

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Luke Kelly

  • Doctor Philosophy

    The principal advisor has reviewed the student's thesis submission and approved it for review. The submission can now be approved for examination or changes can be requested.

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Luke Kelly

Completed supervision

Enquiries

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  • Biomechanics
  • Exercise
  • Forensic biomechanics
  • Human movement studies
  • Motor control
  • Neuromechanics
  • Neurophysiology
  • Sports medicine

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