Overview
Background
Alana is an experienced physiotherapist, researcher and lecturer at The University of Queensland. She has a strong clinical background in private practice physiotherapy, with a particular interest in the physiotherapy management of temporomandibular disorders. Alana is a guest member of the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Orofacial Pain, and is an active member of the Neck and Head Research Unit (NAHRU), Professional Education Research Engagement Theme and Knowledge Translation Research Engagement Theme at The University of Queensland. Alana's PhD explored disability associated with persistent intra-articular temporomandibular disorders in adults. She has achieved numerous high-quality research outputs and has an increasing national and international research profile in the areas of temporomandibular disorders and clinical education. Alana is experienced across a variety of research methodologies and paradigms, including qualitative and quantitative approaches, with a keen interest in knowledge translation across intra-professional, inter-professional, academic and industry settings.
Availability
- Dr Alana Dinsdale is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy, The University of Queensland
- Doctor of Philosophy of Physiotherapy, The University of Queensland
Works
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2024
Journal Article
Factors associated with patient-reported mouth opening activity limitations in individuals with persistent intra-articular temporomandibular disorders: a cross-sectional study exploring physical and self-reported outcomes
Dinsdale, Alana, Thomas, Lucy, Forbes, Roma and Treleaven, Julia (2024). Factors associated with patient-reported mouth opening activity limitations in individuals with persistent intra-articular temporomandibular disorders: a cross-sectional study exploring physical and self-reported outcomes. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice, 73 103166, 103166. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2024.103166
2024
Journal Article
Pain-free bite force in a healthy population: within-session test-retest reliability in different sitting positions
Mitchell, Andrew, Heales, Luke, Treleaven, Julia, Too, Brendan, Tyrrell, Ryan and Dinsdale, Alana (2024). Pain-free bite force in a healthy population: within-session test-retest reliability in different sitting positions. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, 51 (8), 1440-1449. doi: 10.1111/joor.13720
2024
Journal Article
Is proprioception affected in those with persistent intra-articular temporomandibular disorders? A cross-sectional study exploring joint position sense and force sense of the jaw
Dinsdale, Alana, Thomas, Lucy, Forbes, Roma and Treleaven, Julia (2024). Is proprioception affected in those with persistent intra-articular temporomandibular disorders? A cross-sectional study exploring joint position sense and force sense of the jaw. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice, 69 102904, 102904. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2023.102904
2023
Journal Article
Exploring the workplace and workforce intentions of early career physiotherapists in Australia
Forbes, Roma, Wilesmith, Sarah, Dinsdale, Alana, Neish, Calum, Wong, Jonathan, McClymont, Damian and Lu, Andric (2023). Exploring the workplace and workforce intentions of early career physiotherapists in Australia. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice, 1-14. doi: 10.1080/09593985.2023.2286333
2023
Journal Article
Do intra-articular temporomandibular disorders show an association between physical bite function, self-perceived bite limitation and kinesiophobia? A case-control study
Dinsdale, Alana, Thomas, Lucy, Forbes, Roma and Treleaven, Julia (2023). Do intra-articular temporomandibular disorders show an association between physical bite function, self-perceived bite limitation and kinesiophobia? A case-control study. Musculoskeletal Science & Practice, 65 102756, 1-7. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2023.102756
2023
Other Outputs
Exploring disability and management in adults with persistent mechanical temporomandibular disorders
Dinsdale, Alana (2023). Exploring disability and management in adults with persistent mechanical temporomandibular disorders. PhD Thesis, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland. doi: 10.14264/93e638a
2022
Conference Publication
Clinical placements in private practice; exploring impacts and opportunities for quality and capacity
Forbes, Roma, Dunwoodie, Ruth and Dinsdale, Alana (2022). Clinical placements in private practice; exploring impacts and opportunities for quality and capacity. Australian & New Zealand Association for Health Professional Education, Brisbane, QLD Australia, July 11 2022.
2022
Journal Article
Strategies used to host allied health students in private practice placements: the perspective of private practices and clinical education coordinators
Forbes, Roma , Dinsdale, Alana, Hill, Anne, Booth, Jodie, Cain, Daniella, Crabb, Meagan, Dunwoodie, Ruth, Hunter, Lucy, Sher, Auriel and Copley, Jodie (2022). Strategies used to host allied health students in private practice placements: the perspective of private practices and clinical education coordinators. International Journal of Work-Integrated Learning, 23 (1), 31-47.
2022
Journal Article
The benefits and barriers of hosting students within allied health private practice settings: The perspective of private practice and clinical education coordinators
Forbes, Roma, Dinsdale, Alana, Copley, Jodie, Booth, Jodie, Cain, Daniella, Crabb, Meagan, Dunwoodie, Ruth, Hunter, Lucy, Sher, Auriel and Hill, Anne (2022). The benefits and barriers of hosting students within allied health private practice settings: The perspective of private practice and clinical education coordinators. Australian Journal of Clinical Education, 11 (1). doi: 10.53300/001c.34708
2022
Journal Article
What conservative interventions improve bite function in those with temporomandibular disorders? A systematic review using self‐reported and physical measures
Dinsdale, Alana, Costin, Brianna, Dharamdasani, Simran, Page, Ruth, Purs, Nykeela and Treleaven, Julia (2022). What conservative interventions improve bite function in those with temporomandibular disorders? A systematic review using self‐reported and physical measures. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, 49 (4), 456-475. doi: 10.1111/joor.13307
2022
Journal Article
Weighing up the benefits and challenges of hosting physiotherapy student placements in private practice; a qualitative exploration
Forbes, Roma, Dinsdale, Alana, Dunwoodie, Ruth, Birch, Stephen and Brauer, Sandra (2022). Weighing up the benefits and challenges of hosting physiotherapy student placements in private practice; a qualitative exploration. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice, 38 (6), 794-804. doi: 10.1080/09593985.2020.1799461
2021
Journal Article
Physiotherapy student clinical placements in Australian private practice: patient‐reported outcomes with supervised student care
Chia, Ruo Xin, Gomersall, Sjaan R., Fooken, Jonas, Birch, Stephen, Dinsdale, Alana, Dunwoodie, Ruth and Forbes, Roma (2021). Physiotherapy student clinical placements in Australian private practice: patient‐reported outcomes with supervised student care. Physiotherapy Research International, 27 (1) e1929, 1-9. doi: 10.1002/pri.1929
2021
Journal Article
The management experiences, needs and preferences of individuals seeking care for persistent intra‐articular temporomandibular disorders: a qualitative study
Dinsdale, Alana, Forbes, Roma, Thomas, Lucy and Treleaven, Julia (2021). The management experiences, needs and preferences of individuals seeking care for persistent intra‐articular temporomandibular disorders: a qualitative study. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, 49 (1), 10-21. doi: 10.1111/joor.13267
2021
Journal Article
“What if it doesn't unlock?”: a qualitative study into the lived experiences of adults with persistent intra-articular temporomandibular disorders
Dinsdale, Alana, Forbes, Roma, Thomas, Lucy and Treleaven, Julia (2021). “What if it doesn't unlock?”: a qualitative study into the lived experiences of adults with persistent intra-articular temporomandibular disorders. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice, 54 102401, 1-9. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2021.102401
2021
Journal Article
Hosting pre-registration physiotherapy students in Australian private practices does not change service and economic outcomes; an economic analysis
Forbes, Roma, Dinsdale, Alana, Brauer, Sandra G., Dunwoodie, Ruth, Fooken, Jonas, Khanna, Diana and Birch, Stephen (2021). Hosting pre-registration physiotherapy students in Australian private practices does not change service and economic outcomes; an economic analysis. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice, 52 102318, 1-7. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2021.102318
2021
Journal Article
Is jaw muscle activity impaired in adults with persistent temporomandibular disorders? A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Dinsdale, Alana, Liang, Zhiqi, Thomas, Lucy and Treleaven, Julia (2021). Is jaw muscle activity impaired in adults with persistent temporomandibular disorders? A systematic review and meta‐analysis. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, 48 (4), 487-516. doi: 10.1111/joor.13139
2020
Journal Article
Exploring strategies used by physiotherapy private practices in hosting student clinical placements
Forbes, Roma, Dinsdale, Alana, Dunwoodie, Ruth, Birch, Stephen and Brauer, Sandy (2020). Exploring strategies used by physiotherapy private practices in hosting student clinical placements. Australian Journal of Clinical Education, 7 (1). doi: 10.53300/001c.17206
2020
Journal Article
Are jaw range of motion, muscle function and proprioception impaired in adults with persistent temporomandibular disorders? A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Dinsdale, Alana, Liang, Zhiqi, Thomas, Lucy and Treleaven, Julia (2020). Are jaw range of motion, muscle function and proprioception impaired in adults with persistent temporomandibular disorders? A systematic review and meta‐analysis. Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, 47 (11), 1448-1478. doi: 10.1111/joor.13090
Funding
Current funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Alana Dinsdale is:
- Available for supervision
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Available projects
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The impact of intra-articular temporomandibular disorders on muscle function
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Improving management of temporomandibular disorders in the community
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Exploring bite dysfunction and related treatments in individuals with intra-articular temporomandibular disorders
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Preparing and supporting recent graduate physiotherapists for the private sector
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Allison Mandrusiak, Dr Roma Forbes
Media
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