Studies currently seeking participants
Are you Samoan and living with stroke?
Our study aims to explore Samoan stroke survivors’ beliefs and perspectives about the meaning and value of physical activity.
Carried with Care study
We want to understand how parents and whānau feel about using a carrier or sling to hold babies that were born early. This practice is called "babywearing."
Knee osteoarthritis and walking biomechanics
Our study is looking at the biomechanics of walking in people with knee osteoarthritis, and also the possible impact of physiotherapy (manual therapy) on it.
StePS-NZ Stepped care for persistent shoulder pain
In the StePS-NZ study we are comparing two different approaches for physiotherapy care for people with shoulder pain. Both groups will receive physiotherapy care that is based on the best research evidence and current guidelines for persistent pain.
Returning to sport following a heart attack
The aim of this research study is to explore people’s experiences of returning to sport or high intensity exercise (either social or competitive) following a heart attack.
The AP-KO Trial
In the AP-KO trial, we want to find out whether non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication ( NSAIDs ) and physiotherapy, when used together, are any better than physiotherapy on its own for people with knee osteoarthritis ( OA ).
Have you had concussion in the last 14 days?
This research is investigating a streamlined approach to identifying adults suited to orthopedic musculoskeletal physiotherapy of the neck acutely following concussion.
Physiotherapists' perspectives of their roles for sports related concussion
We are seeking to explore physiotherapists' experiences of their role in sports-related concussion recognition and management and their perspectives of potential expanded roles.
Physiotherapists' perceptions and experiences of assessment of pain sensitivity in musculoskeletal practice settings: A qualitative study
The study aims to explore Physiotherapists' perceptions and experiences of pain sensitivity in clinical practice.
Have you supported someone after heart surgery?
We are interested in finding out how to better support caregivers of people who have had heart surgery, particularly in their role of providing assistance and support for physical activity.
Studies recently completed
My shoulder hurts. What can I do?
In the Otago Shoulder Health Study, we want to find out whether adding manual therapy to best-practice physiotherapy care provides additional benefits for people with persistent shoulder pain.
Mindfulness Meditation and Neurofeedback Training (MiNT): Knee Osteoarthritis
Recruitment closed
Adults (45-85 years) with Knee Osteoarthritis (> 3 months) are invited to participate in a clinical trial exploring the safety, feasibility, and effect of Mindfulness Meditation and Brainwave training compared to no training (usual care).
Getting help for urine leakage: experiences of people with neurological conditions
Recruitment closed
We are seeking 30 people with stroke, Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis who had or currently have urine leakage. This study aims to investigate the experiences of people with stroke, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease about their experiences regarding assessment and management received for urine leakage incontinence within the NZ health care system.
Influence of footwear on knee movement
Recruitment closed.
Lower limb movement patterns following anterior cruciate ligament rupture and influence of footwear.
The Opti-OK Clinical Trial: Is your knee stiff and sore?
Recruitment closed.
The main aim of the Opti-OK research is to identify optimal frequency of manual therapy treatment for people with knee osteoarthritis.