Associate Professor Julia Treleaven
Associate Professor

Julia Treleaven

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Background

Julia is a Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Queensland. She has been researching whiplash and neck pain since 2000 and in 2004 completed her PhD focusing on the necks influence on sensorimotor control. She has continued her research in this area in idiopathic neck pain, headache, the elderly and post concussion. She has over 100 publications in this area, written several book chapters and is one of the authors of the book “Management of neck disorders- an evidenced based approach”. Julia works part-time as a physiotherapist in a private practice managing patients such as those with, whiplash, cervicogenic dizziness and post concussion syndrome and been involved as a clinician on several whiplash RCTs. Julia is also an assessor at the Whiplash Physical Diagnostic Clinic. Julia has been an invited speaker at many national and international conferences and workshops in the area of neck pain, whiplash, concussion and dizziness.

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Fields of research

Clinical sciences Sports science and exercise

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy, The University of Queensland
  • Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland

Research interests

  • Research Interests

    I am a co-leader of the Neck and Head research unit (NAHRU) which was formerly the Cervical spine and whiplash research unit. We have developed NAHRU in an effort to expand the scope of this group as well as make this inclusive of other domains of physiotherapy such as vestibular and head and neck cancer. This has allowed us to expand our group as well as fit with the expanding areas of research with respect to headache, concussion, temporomandibular disorders (TMD) etc. My role in the NAHRU involves organising of monthly meetings to assist mentoring and progression of our students as well as foster collaborations and research between members of the team. I also run the laboratory that research is conducted in this area ensuring all personnel are adequately trained, that risk assessments and occupational health considerations are adhered to. The major theme of my research to date has been in the role of the cervical spine in producing symptoms other than pain such as dizziness and visual disturbances and the cervical spine’s role in head and eye movement control and postural stability. More recently this has also extended into the areas of headache, TMD and concussion. I am particularly interested in differential diagnosis and investigating clinical tests that can help physiotherapists identify when the cervical spine is implicated in these symptoms and signs. This research has led me to consider populations with neck pain, headache (migraine, tension type headache and cervicogenic), concussion, visual, TMD and vestibular impairments.

Research impacts

My research and its translation to clinical practice have gained the attention of clinicians and researchers internationally and has had a significant impact on, and uptake in, clinical practice internationally. This is evidenced by:

  • Keynote and invited conference presentations (USA, Europe, UK, South Africa and New Zealand, Australia)
  • Convenor of 3 focused symposiums for the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapists conferences in 2012 and 2016, 2020 accepted but postponed due to Covid-19
  • Invitations to present professional development courses to clinicians nationally and internationally (Europe, UK, Thailand, Korea, Australia and New Zealand)
  • Uptake of our text: Jull, G., Sterling, M., Falla, D., Treleaven, J., & O'Leary, S. C. (2008). Whiplash, Headache and Neck Pain. London: Elsevier. It has approximately 6,000 sales, has been translated into 4 languages and has been cited 92 times. The text has been updated was released in October 2018. Jull, G., M., Falla, D., Treleaven J., & O'Leary, S. Management of neck Pain Disorders: a research informed approach. Elsevier UK 2018

Search Professor Julia Treleaven’s works on UQ eSpace

178 works between 1994 and 2025
All (178) Journal Article (157) Book Chapter (6) Conference Publication (12) Book (2) Other Outputs (1)

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2010

Journal Article

A tailored sensorimotor approach for management of whiplash associated disorders. A single case study

Treleaven, Julia (2010). A tailored sensorimotor approach for management of whiplash associated disorders. A single case study. Manual Therapy, 15 (2), 206-209. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2009.05.001

A tailored sensorimotor approach for management of whiplash associated disorders. A single case study

2009

Journal Article

The clinical presentation of chronic whiplash and the relationship to findings of MRI fatty infiltrates in the cervical extensor musculature: a preliminary investigation

Elliott, J., Sterling, M., Noteboom, J. T., Treleaven, J., Galloway, G. and Jull, G. (2009). The clinical presentation of chronic whiplash and the relationship to findings of MRI fatty infiltrates in the cervical extensor musculature: a preliminary investigation. European Spine Journal, 18 (9), 1371-1378. doi: 10.1007/s00586-009-1130-6

The clinical presentation of chronic whiplash and the relationship to findings of MRI fatty infiltrates in the cervical extensor musculature: a preliminary investigation

2009

Conference Publication

Sensorimotor function and dizziness in neck pain: Implications for assessment and management

Kristjansson, Eythor and Treleaven, Julia (2009). Sensorimotor function and dizziness in neck pain: Implications for assessment and management. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2009.2834

Sensorimotor function and dizziness in neck pain: Implications for assessment and management

2009

Journal Article

Sensorimotor function and dizziness in neck pain: Implications for assessment and management

Kristjannson, E. and Treleaven, J. (2009). Sensorimotor function and dizziness in neck pain: Implications for assessment and management. Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 39 (5), 364-377. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2009.2834

Sensorimotor function and dizziness in neck pain: Implications for assessment and management

2009

Journal Article

Head repositioning accuracy to neutral: A comparative study of error calculation

Hill, R., Jensen, P., Baardsen, T., Kulvik, K., Jull, G. and Treleaven, J. (2009). Head repositioning accuracy to neutral: A comparative study of error calculation. Manual Therapy, 14 (1), 110-114. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2008.02.008

Head repositioning accuracy to neutral: A comparative study of error calculation

2009

Journal Article

Head eye co-ordination using simultaneous measurement of eye in head and head in space movements: Potential for use in subjects with a whiplash injury

Grip, H., Jull, G. and Treleaven, J. (2009). Head eye co-ordination using simultaneous measurement of eye in head and head in space movements: Potential for use in subjects with a whiplash injury. Journal of Clinical Monitoring and Computing, 23 (1), 31-40. doi: 10.1007/s10877-009-9160-5

Head eye co-ordination using simultaneous measurement of eye in head and head in space movements: Potential for use in subjects with a whiplash injury

2008

Journal Article

The influence of neck pain on balance and gait parameters in community dwelling elders

Poole, Eliza, Treleaven, Julia and Jull, Gwendolen (2008). The influence of neck pain on balance and gait parameters in community dwelling elders. Manual Therapy, 13 (4), 317-324. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2007.02.002

The influence of neck pain on balance and gait parameters in community dwelling elders

2008

Journal Article

Sensorimotor disturbances in neck disorders affecting postural stability, head and eye movement control. Part 2: Case Studies

Treleaven, J. M. (2008). Sensorimotor disturbances in neck disorders affecting postural stability, head and eye movement control. Part 2: Case Studies. Manual Therapy, 13 (3), 266-275. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2007.11.002

Sensorimotor disturbances in neck disorders affecting postural stability, head and eye movement control. Part 2: Case Studies

2008

Journal Article

Self-reported driving habits in subjects with persistent whiplash-associated disorder: relationship to sensorimotor and psychologic features

Pereira, M. J., Jull, G. A. and Treleaven, J. M. (2008). Self-reported driving habits in subjects with persistent whiplash-associated disorder: relationship to sensorimotor and psychologic features. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 89 (6), 1097-1102. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2007.10.044

Self-reported driving habits in subjects with persistent whiplash-associated disorder: relationship to sensorimotor and psychologic features

2008

Journal Article

Standing balance: A comparison between idiopathic and whiplash-induced neck pain

Field, Sandra, Treleaven, Julia and Jull, Gwendolen (2008). Standing balance: A comparison between idiopathic and whiplash-induced neck pain. Manual Therapy, 13 (3), 183-191. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2006.12.005

Standing balance: A comparison between idiopathic and whiplash-induced neck pain

2008

Journal Article

Letter to the editor

Treleaven, Julia (2008). Letter to the editor. Clinical Rehabilitation, 22 (4), 379-380. doi: 10.1177/02692155080220040803

Letter to the editor

2008

Journal Article

Letter to the editor

Treleaven, Julia (2008). Letter to the editor. Clinical Rehabilitation, 22 (4), 379-380. doi: 10.1177/02692155080220040803

Letter to the editor

2008

Journal Article

Sensorimotor disturbances in neck disorders affecting postural stability, head and eye movement control

Treleaven, J. M. (2008). Sensorimotor disturbances in neck disorders affecting postural stability, head and eye movement control. Manual Therapy, 13 (1), 2-11. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2007.06.003

Sensorimotor disturbances in neck disorders affecting postural stability, head and eye movement control

2008

Journal Article

Comparison of sensorimotor disturbance between subjects with persistent whiplash-associated disorder and subjects with vestibular pathology associated with acoustic neuroma

Treleaven, Julia, Low Choy, Nancy, Darnell, Ross, Panizza, Ben, Brown-Rothwell, David and Jull, Gwendolen (2008). Comparison of sensorimotor disturbance between subjects with persistent whiplash-associated disorder and subjects with vestibular pathology associated with acoustic neuroma. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 89 (3), 522-530. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2007.11.002

Comparison of sensorimotor disturbance between subjects with persistent whiplash-associated disorder and subjects with vestibular pathology associated with acoustic neuroma

2008

Book

Whiplash, headache, and neck pain: Research-based directions for physical therapies

Jull, Gwendolen A., Sterling, Michele, Falla, Deborah, Treleaven, Julia and O'Leary, Shaun (2008). Whiplash, headache, and neck pain: Research-based directions for physical therapies. 1st ed. London, United Kingdom: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-443-10047-5.X5001-2

Whiplash, headache, and neck pain: Research-based directions for physical therapies

2007

Journal Article

Retraining cervical joint position sense: The effect of two exercise regimes

Jull, G., Falla, D., Treleaven, J., Hodges, P. and Vicenzino, G. T. (2007). Retraining cervical joint position sense: The effect of two exercise regimes. Journal of Orthopaedic Research, 25 (3), 404-412. doi: 10.1002/jor.20220

Retraining cervical joint position sense: The effect of two exercise regimes

2007

Journal Article

Wireless orientation sensors: Their suitability to measure head movement for neck pain assessment

Jasiewicz, J., Treleaven, J., Condie, P. and Jull, G. (2007). Wireless orientation sensors: Their suitability to measure head movement for neck pain assessment. Manual Therapy, 12 (4), 380-385. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2006.07.005

Wireless orientation sensors: Their suitability to measure head movement for neck pain assessment

2006

Journal Article

Balance, mobility and gaze stability deficits remain following surgical removal of vestibular schwannoma (acoustic neuroma): An observational study

Low Choy, Nancy, Johnson, Natalie, Treleavan, Julia, Jull, Gwendolen, Panizza, Benedict and Brown-Rothwell, David (2006). Balance, mobility and gaze stability deficits remain following surgical removal of vestibular schwannoma (acoustic neuroma): An observational study. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy, 52 (3), 211-216. doi: 10.1016/S0004-9514(06)70030-7

Balance, mobility and gaze stability deficits remain following surgical removal of vestibular schwannoma (acoustic neuroma): An observational study

2006

Journal Article

The relationship of cervical joint position error to balance and eye movement disturbances in persistent whiplash

Treleaven, Julia, Jull, Gwendolen and Low Choy, Nancy (2006). The relationship of cervical joint position error to balance and eye movement disturbances in persistent whiplash. Manual Therapy, 11 (2), 99-106. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2005.04.003

The relationship of cervical joint position error to balance and eye movement disturbances in persistent whiplash

2006

Journal Article

Changes in head and neck position have a greater effect on elbow joint position sense in people with whiplash-associated disorders

Knox, JJ, Beilstein, DJ, Charles, SD, Aarseth, GA, Rayar, S, Treleaven, J and Hodges, PW (2006). Changes in head and neck position have a greater effect on elbow joint position sense in people with whiplash-associated disorders. Clinical Journal of Pain, 22 (6), 512-518. doi: 10.1097/01.ajp.0000210997.53082.c9

Changes in head and neck position have a greater effect on elbow joint position sense in people with whiplash-associated disorders

Current funding

  • 2024 - 2028
    SPINEPASS: SPINE Self-Management Techniques for Persistent Headache After Concussion: Physical Therapy Targeting Autonomic and Dura Mater Function
    United States Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs - Traumatic Brain Injury and Psychological Health
    Open grant
  • 2023 - 2027
    Implementing integrated psychological and physical care for Australians after road traffic injury
    NHMRC MRFF Clinician Researchers: Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Grant
    Open grant

Past funding

  • 2022 - 2025
    Australian Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Assessment and Management of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Post-Concussion Symptoms
    NHMRC MRFF Traumatic Brain Injury Mission
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2016
    Remote kinematic e-training/healthcare for patients with chronic neck pain, a randomised clinical trial
    Queensland Health
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2014
    ResTeach 2013 0.2 FTE School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
    Open grant
  • 2010 - 2012
    ResTeach 2010 0.2 FTE School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
    UQ ResTeach
    Open grant
  • 2008
    Advanced driving simulator for injury prevention research (ARC LIEF Administered by Queensland University of Technology)
    Queensland University of Technology
    Open grant
  • 2008
    State of the art wireless electromyography system for clinical research
    NHMRC Equipment Grant
    Open grant
  • 2001
    Relationships between elements of postural control influenced by cervical afferent input in whiplash associated disorders
    Physiotherapy Research Foundation
    Open grant

Availability

Associate Professor Julia Treleaven is:
Available for supervision

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Available projects

  • Possible topics

    Neck and arm pain in workers

    Cervicogenic dizziness - differential diagnosis

    Post traumatic/ concussional headache

    Vestibular migraine

    Relevance of the myodural bridge of the upper cervical spine post truama

    Temporomandibular disorders

Supervision history

Current supervision

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Clinical features (self-reported and cervical spine musculoskeletal (MSK) impairments) in patients with suspected upper cervical hypermobility.

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Lucy Thomas

  • Master Philosophy

    Cervical spine related dizziness and vertigo, differentiating factors through both subjective and objective measures

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Lucy Thomas

  • Master Philosophy

    Recognizing clinical features which may lead to adverse clinical outcomes in Cervical musculoskeletal (MSK) management

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Lucy Thomas

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Neck pain in tension type headache and exploring cervical musculoskeletal and sensory features

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Gwendolen Jull, Dr Lucy Thomas

  • Master Philosophy

    Assessment and management approaches for the muscle system in Temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD).

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Alana Dinsdale, Dr Lucy Thomas

  • Master Philosophy

    Relationship between sleep and cervical spine disorders

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Lucy Thomas

  • Master Philosophy

    Serious adverse events associated with conservative physical procedures directed towards the cervical spine

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Lucy Thomas

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Targeted upper cervical musculoskeletal management for primary headache

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Lucy Thomas

Completed supervision

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  • Neck pain
  • Whiplash

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