Musculoskeletal Research
We are leaders in the discovery, development and delivery of breakthroughs to ease the burden of bone and joint disease. Our research aims to raise awareness of musculoskeletal health and identify modifiable risk factors for prevention, diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions.
Through our discovery, translational and implementation programs, we are ensuring that the research evidence about new interventions and treatments is put into practice. Our ultimate goal is to improve the quality of life for those suffering with painful and disabling musculoskeletal conditions.
Areas of strength
Leadership Group
Dr Annette Kifley
Chair, Musculoskeletal
Senior Research Fellow, John Walsh Centre for Rehabilitation Research
Leadership Group members:
Professor David Hunter
Florance and Cope Chair of Rheumatology
Osteoarthritis Research
Medicine, Northern Clinical School
Dr Jillian Eyles
Research Fellow
Osteoarthritis Research
Medicine, Northern Clinical School
Associate Professor Meilang Xue
Sutton Arthritis Research Laboratory
Medicine, Northern Clinical School
Conjoint Professor Michael Nicholas
Psychologist
Director, Pain Education Unit
Pain Management Research Institute
Professor Chris Little
Director Raymond Purves Bone and Joint Research Lab
Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Northern Clinical School
Dr Carina Blaker
Researcher
Murray Maxwell Biomechanics Laboratory
Dr Saurab Sharma
Chief Clinical Research Scientist
Conjoint Senior Lecturer
Pain Management Research Centre
Dr Mounir Boudali
Researcher
Murray Maxwell Biomechanics Laboratory
Orthopaedics
