This month we are pleased to feature PhD Candidate Rik Dawson. Rik is a gerontological physiotherapist, with over 25 years working in aged care who is passionate about exercise for older people. We asked Rik to tell us about himself and his research. Please tell us a little bit about yourself. I am currently enrolled in the PhD [...]
Very happy that our May DHIN feature is Emma Ho. Emma is a physiotherapist and researcher who is passionate about the prevention and management of chronic diseases. Please tell us a little about yourself. I am an early career researcher at the University of Sydney, currently completing the third year of my doctoral research degree at the [...]
Geraldine Wallbank is a PhD candidate at the Institute for Musculoskeletal Health. “Prevention is better than cure” is the basis of her PhD, which focuses on strategies to promote independence in older age by commencing adequate physical activity in the middle age years. Please tell us a little about yourself. Hi, I’m Geraldine, and am a [...]
Low back pain and knee osteoarthritis are the highest contributors to disability worldwide, impacting every aspect of a person’s life. Most treatment approaches to the management of low back pain and knee osteoarthritis offer small to moderate treatment effects at best. Conservative management is the cornerstone, however, it requires access to services and adherence to programs. [...]
