A targeted approach
By working together we can achieve more, faster
Our vision – The Institute’s vision is to become the world leader in musculoskeletal and physical activity research thus driving global improvements in health outcomes. We aim to achieve this through priority-based, high quality, and patient-centred research.
Our team – The Institute for Musculoskeletal Health brings together over 60 research staff, research students, and professional staff from the University of Sydney with a growing group of Sydney Local Health District clinicians. Our senior researchers, recognised as world leaders in their fields, head a range of NHMRC-funded projects and partner with international organisations in the area of musculoskeletal health and physical activity. Read more here.
Our major funding partners – NHMRC, Prince of Wales Hospital Foundation, Agency for Clinical Innovation, Medibank Better Health Foundation, and Sydney Health Partners.
Back Pain and Musculoskeletal Conditions
This stream of research aims to improve understanding of common musculoskeletal conditions in children, adolescents, and adults. This stream also aims to define the most appropriate assessments and interventions to address these conditions.
Physical Activity,
Ageing and
Disability
This stream of research aims to promote healthy ageing through improved mobility, physical activity, and the prevention of falls. This stream also includes a focus on disability and engagement in physical activity.
Evidence and Equity
This stream hosts the PEDro partnership which maintains the flagship PEDro database, the most comprehensive and reviewed database of physiotherapy evidence globally. This stream also has an interest in equity in indigenous health.
Opportunities
Interested in working with our world leading researchers? For our upcoming scholarships in these streams, click here for further information.
Key publications
Following are some of our most recent key publications.
📣Out today! Sharing success with someone: building therapeutic alliance in #physiotherapist-delivered #physicalactivity coaching for healthy aging.
How therapeutic alliance can enhance program engagement/adherence & improve treatment outcomes/satisfaction https://t.co/Pl4Or7cZ1M https://t.co/5zV7gzLtWW
Our ComeBACK trial team has reached the halfway point of their recruitment! The ComeBACK trial aims to improve physical activity levels in adults with self-reported walking difficulties. Congratulations to the team for all their hard work. For more info: https://t.co/9cN6ehm5HA https://t.co/VQel02Nwpy