Take part in our research projects
CHESM is committed to improving the wellbeing of all people through musculoskeletal research. By participating in a research study, you are helping researchers improve existing treatments and find new approaches which could benefit someone close to you and the community at large.
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Athletic footwear for reducing knee loads in girls and women
This study is assessing athletic footwear for reducing knee loads in female netball players.
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Ankle sprains in netball
This study is investigating ankle sprains and chronic ankle instability in netball.
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Shoes for Adolescent Kneecap Pain (SHAPE)
This study is investigating the effects of shoes on kneecap pain in adolescents.
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Online Tai Chi for Knee Osteoarthritis (RETREAT)
This study is comparing the effects of a self-directed 12-week online Tai Chi program plus online education with online education alone on knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Footwear for adolescent kneecap forces
This study is investigating the effects of different off the shelf shoes on kneecap joint forces in adolescents.
PhD opportunity
Knee osteoarthritis is a major public health problem and lifestyle recommended treatments include education, exercise and weight loss. A PhD project is available to help improve access to lifestyle management for people with knee osteoarthritis. The scope of the project is negotiable.
Graduate Research
CHESM is looking for talented people to undertake PhD or MPhil research as part of our team. Our multi-disciplinary team includes people with backgrounds in physiotherapy, podiatry, biomechanics, engineering and exercise science. Candidates from a range of clinical and non-clinical backgrounds will be considered. Scholarships may be available for high-achieving candidates.
Who are we?
The Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine (CHESM) was established in October 2000 as a multidisciplinary centre within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, administered through the Department of Physiotherapy.
We combine high calibre researchers with experienced clinicians from a range of disciplines including physiotherapy, medicine, science, exercise science and podiatry. We also has a number of internationally recognised clinical associates and research collaborators.
What do we do?
The Centre's activities fall under three main areas:
- Research – including post doctoral training
- Education – research higher degree supervision and teaching within the undergraduate and postgraduate curricula
- Engagement – ensuring research has an impact in the general and professional communities
View our most recent annual report for more information. You can also view our annual report from the year before.
What is our focus?
Our main research focus is on the role of conservative strategies, particularly exercise, in promoting overall health and well being and in preventing and managing the public health problems that are currently facing society. To do this, a lifespan approach is taken from childhood through to the elderly years.
A particular focus is the prevention and management of musculoskeletal conditions such as osteoarthritis.
Our People
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Prof Kim Bennell
CHESM Director
Stream Co-leader – Musculoskeletal
Redmond Barry Distinguished Professor, NHMRC Leadership Fellow, Dame Kate Campbell Fellow -
Prof Rana Hinman
CHESM Deputy Director
Stream Co-leader – Musculoskeletal
NHMRC Senior Research Fellow -
A/Prof Adam Bryant
Stream Leader – Sports Medicine
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Dr Kim Allison
Lecturer in Physiotherapy
Post-doctoral Research Fellow
Department of Physiotherapy -
Penny Campbell
Research Scientist
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A/Prof Fiona Dobson
Deputy Head of Physiotherapy
Senior Lecturer
Department of Physiotherapy -
Zobaida Edib
Research Scientist
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Dr Thorlene Egerton
Senior Lecturer
Department of Physiotherapy -
A/Prof Stephanie Filbay
NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow
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Bridget Graham
Research Scientist
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Alex Kimp
Research Scientist
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Dr Maddison Kirk
Post-doctoral Research Fellow
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Gabby Knox
Research Scientist
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A/Prof Karen Lamb
Principal Research Fellow
Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Melbourne School of Population and Global Health -
Dr Belinda Lawford
Post-doctoral Research Fellow
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Fiona McManus
Research Scientist
Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Melbourne School of Population and Global Health -
Ben Metcalf
Research Scientist
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Dr Mark Merolli
Senior Lecturer and Research Fellow
School of Health Sciences -
Dr Rachel Nelligan
Post-doctoral Research Scientist
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Jesse Pardo
Research Scientist
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A/Prof Kade Paterson
NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow
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Sam Shearer
Research Scientist
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Libby Spiers
Research Scientist
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Dr Scott Starkey
Post-doctoral Research Scientist
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Sarah Stratulate
Research Scientist
Research Higher Degree students
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Sam Kayll, PhD Candidate
"The effects of foot-based interventions on patellofemoral joint loads in people with and without patellofemoral disorders" -
Travis Haber, PhD Candidate
"Enhancing the therapeutic effects of exercise for hip and knee osteoarthritis" -
Ayobami Olanrewaju, PhD Candidate
"Patterns of physical activity pre- and post- total knee replacement, assessed through the linkage of NHS and consumer health and fitness tracker data" -
Patrick Rowe, PhD Candidate
"The Prevention and Management of Ankle Sprains and Chronic Ankle Instability in Netball" -
Emma Searle, PhD Candidate
"A digital health intervention to increase physical activity participation in individuals with knee osteoarthritis" -
Julia Zhu, PhD Candidate
"Development of implementation strategies and more impactful physiotherapy for individuals with knee osteoarthritis"
The primary focus of research at CHESM is on the role of conservative strategies, particularly exercise, in promoting overall health and wellbeing, and in promoting and managing the public health problems facing society. CHESM is committed to improving the wellbeing of all people through their musculoskeletal research initiatives.
Digital Health
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Comparing video to face-to-face consultations with a physiotherapist for people with knee osteoarthritis (PEAK)
This non-inferiority randomised controlled trial compared video to face-to-face consultations with a physiotherapist for people with knee osteoarthritis.
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Modified Yoga Exercise (COPE)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of online education to a modified yoga exercise program for managing osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Comparative effect of two educational videos for people with knee osteoarthritis (vidEO)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effect of two knee osteoarthritis educational videos on people with knee osteoarthritis for self-efficacy and fear of movement.
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International core capability framework for physiotherapists to deliver quality care via videoconferencing and telephone
This study aimed to determine the core capabilities required for physiotherapists to deliver quality care via videoconferencing and telephone using an international consensus approach.
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Digital health technologies in musculoskeletal physical therapy
This study examined frequency and willingness of digital health use before the COVID-19 pandemic among physical therapists and patients with musculoskeletal conditions
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Better Knee Better Me
This randomised controlled trial compared remotely-delivered interventions targeting exercise and self-management, exercise and active weight management, or information-only for people with knee osteoarthritis and overweight.
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Online Support Group for people with knee osteoarthritis
This study investigated whether it is feasible to conduct a fully powered RCT on an Online Support Group intervention for people with knee osteoarthritis symptoms
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Osteoarthritis Information Video
This study evaluated the responses of people with knee osteoarthritis to a brief educational video about their condition created to empower and motivate effective self-management
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Telehealth by physiotherapists in Australia during the COVID-19 pandemic
This study aimed to gather information to help in decision making around future funding of telehealth services by physiotherapists once the pandemic has ended.
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My Knee Exercise
This randomised controlled trial assessed the effectiveness of a novel self-directed web and mobile phone based exercise program on knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
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CHESM-NDIS Study
A national survey to investigate the experiences of NDIS participants, or their family members/carers, when accessing care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Allied Health Telehealth
A national survey to investigate the experiences of allied health clinicians and clients when accessing care via telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Optimising primary care management of knee osteoarthritis (PARTNER)
This randomised controlled trial evaluated a model of care for primary care management that supports both General Practitioners and patients to uptake knee osteoarthritis clinical guideline recommendations
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Patient AdhereNce To Home Exercise pRograms (PANTHER)
This randomised controlled trial evaluated whether the addition of a web-based system, Physitrack, to usual physiotherapy treatment improves patient adherence to exercise compared to the usual non web-based methods.
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Behaviour change SMS program for knee osteoarthritis (ADHERE)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effectiveness of a 24-week behaviour change SMS program to no SMS for patients with knee osteoarthritis and obesity.
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Telephone-delivered support and advice for people with knee osteoarthritis (TELECARE)
This randomised controlled trial compared two different forms of telephone delivered support and advice for people with painful knee osteoarthritis
Exercise
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Exercise for Hip Pain (PHOENIX)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of two different 9-month exercise programs on hip osteoarthritis symptoms.
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What should a toolkit to aid the delivery of therapeutic exercise for hip and knee osteoarthritis look like?
This study sought to identify important components of, and practical resources relevant for inclusion in, a toolkit to aid exercise delivery for people with hip/knee osteoarthritis
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Why don't some people with knee osteoarthritis improve with exercise?
This study compared the perceptions of patients about why they did, or did not, respond to a physiotherapist-supported exercise and physical activity program.
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Modified Yoga Exercise (COPE)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of online education to a modified yoga exercise program for managing osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Better Knee Better Me
This randomised controlled trial compared remotely-delivered interventions targeting exercise and self-management, exercise and active weight management, or information-only for people with knee osteoarthritis and overweight.
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Guidance for therapeutic exercise implementation
This study examined current literature informing implementation of therapeutic exercise for patients with hip and knee osteoarthritis
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Ankle sprains in netball
This study examined the current ankle sprain prevention and management strategies of netball athletes literature and compared with best-practice recommendations.
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Arthroscopic Surgery for Hip Impingement versus Best CoNservative Care (FASHIoN)
This randomised controlled trial aims to compare the clinical and cost effectiveness of hip arthroscopy with Personalised Hip Therapy for patients with symptomatic FAI up to 12 months after treatment.
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My Knee Exercise
This randomised controlled trial assessed the effectiveness of a novel self-directed web and mobile phone based exercise program on knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Exercise for knee osteoarthritis targeting high risk physical characteristics (TARGET)
This randomised controlled trial aims to compare two types of home exercise programs for people with knee osteoarthritis and obesity.
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Treatment of foot pain and osteoarthritis
The study evaluated different treatments for foot osteoarthritis
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Behaviour change SMS program for knee osteoarthritis (ADHERE)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effectiveness of a 24-week behaviour change SMS program to no SMS for patients with knee osteoarthritis and obesity.
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Telephone-delivered support and advice for people with knee osteoarthritis (TELECARE)
This randomised controlled trial compared two different forms of telephone delivered support and advice for people with painful knee osteoarthritis
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Patient AdhereNce To Home Exercise pRograms (PANTHER)
This randomised controlled trial evaluated whether the addition of a web-based system, Physitrack, to usual physiotherapy treatment improves patient adherence to exercise compared to the usual non web-based methods.
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LatErAl hiP pain (LEAP)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of three possible approaches to treating long standing lateral hip pain
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Internet-mediated physiotherapy and pain coping skills training for persistent knee pain (IMPACT)
This randomised controlled trial investigated the effects of a pain coping skills training with physiotherapy-guided home exercise, delivered via the internet, on knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
Workforce Capacity, Training, & Experiences
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Exploring experiences with online peer support programs for the Fragile X community
This study explored experiences of people with Fragile X syndrome, Fragile X premutation carriers, and their families/carers, with Fragile X-specific online peer support programs
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Telehealth education and training in entry-to-practice physiotherapy programs in Australian universities
This study examined the attitudes and experiences of Australian physiotherapy university educators incorporating telehealth education into entry-to-practice physiotherapy programs
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Telehealth-administered performance-based tests for chronic lower limb musculoskeletal pain
This study aimed to investigate the reliability of performance-based tests via telehealth, and agreement between scores obtained via telehealth and in-person.
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Confidence of Australian physiotherapy students and recent graduates delivering care via videoconferencing
This study examined the confidence of Australian physiotherapy students and recent graduates delivering care via videoconferencing
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International core capability framework for physiotherapists to deliver quality care via videoconferencing and telephone
This study aimed to determine the core capabilities required for physiotherapists to deliver quality care via videoconferencing and telephone using an international consensus approach.
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Digital health technologies in musculoskeletal physical therapy
This study examined frequency and willingness of digital health use before the COVID-19 pandemic among physical therapists and patients with musculoskeletal conditions
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e-Learning on physiotherapists' confidence in weight management
This randomised controlled trial evaluated the effects of e-Learning program on physiotherapists' confidence in weight management for people with osteoarthritis
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e-Learning for physiotherapists to manage knee osteoarthritis via telehealth
This study examined the real world reach, effectiveness, adoption and implementation of an e-Learning program developed for physiotherapists to manage knee osteoarthritis via telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Telehealth by physiotherapists in Australia during the COVID-19 pandemic
This study aimed to gather information to help in decision making around future funding of telehealth services by physiotherapists once the pandemic has ended.
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CHESM-NDIS Study
A national survey to investigate the experiences of NDIS participants, or their family members/carers, when accessing care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Allied Health Telehealth
A national survey to investigate the experiences of allied health clinicians and clients when accessing care via telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Optimising primary care management of knee osteoarthritis (PARTNER)
This randomised controlled trial evaluated a model of care for primary care management that supports both General Practitioners and patients to uptake knee osteoarthritis clinical guideline recommendations
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Physiotherapist and patient experiences alignment with Australian Knee Osteoarthritis Clinical Care Standards
These studies assessed the experiences of physiotherapists and patients and their alignment with knee osteoarthritis clinical care standards.
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Assessment of Beliefs and Clinical practice for Foot Osteoarthritis (ABC-Foot)
This study aimed to describe podiatrists' and physiotherapists' current management of people with foot osteoarthritis within Australia and the United Kingdom.
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Core capability framework for health professionals to optimise care for people with osteoarthritis
This study aimed to determine the core capabilities required for qualified health professionals to optimise care for people with osteoarthritis.
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Musculoskeletal pain treatment pathways (PACE)
This study is comparing the treatment pathways provided in primary and specialist care to advance understanding of recovery from musculoskeletal conditions
Footwear, Orthotics, & Gait Aids
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Exercise and Weight loss for Knee Pain (POWER)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of exercise versus exercise and weight loss programs on knee osteoarthritis symptoms and weight loss delivered by physiotherapists.
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Do biomechanical foot-based interventions reduce patellofemoral joint loads in adults with and without patellofemoral pain or osteoarthritis?
This study examined the effects of foot-based interventions on patellofemoral loads in adults with and without patellofemoral pain or osteoarthritis.
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Shoes for Knee Pain (FOLK)
Comparing the effects of two types of readily available off-the shelf walking shoes on knee osteoarthritis symptoms in lateral compartment osteoarthritis
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Insoles for Big Toe Osteoarthritis (FORT)
This randomised controlled trial is comparing the effects of insoles on big toe osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Knee bracing and footwear for medial knee arthritis
This study evaluated the effects of a knee brace and different types of shoes on knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Ankle sprains in netball
This study examined the current ankle sprain prevention and management strategies of netball athletes literature and compared with best-practice recommendations.
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Footwear for self-managing knee osteoarthritis symptoms (FOOTSTEP)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of two different types of shoes on knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Treatment of foot pain and osteoarthritis
The study evaluated different treatments for foot osteoarthritis
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Impact of Cane Use in people with medial knee osteoArthritis (CUBA)
This randomised controlled trial evaluated the effects of daily cane use on knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Influence of athletic footwear on lower limb biomechanics of pubertal girls
This study aimed to determine whether athletic footwear with appropriate design features can help improve neuromuscular control and reduce forces on the knee and lower limb of pubertal girls
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Modified SHoes for osteoARthritis of the Knee (SHARK)
This randomised controlled trial tested the efficacy of “modified” shoes for reducing symptoms and improving physical function in people with knee osteoarthritis
Consumer Education
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Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) for people with hip and/or knee osteoarthritis
This randomised controlled trial evaluated a comprehensive consumer-facing MOOC for people with hip and/or knee osteoarthritis.
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Educational information, with and without pathoanatomical information, for people with knee osteoarthritis
This randomised controlled trial compared the effect of educational information, with and without pathoanatomical information, for people with knee osteoarthritis
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Effects of educational information, plus general practitioner recommendation, on osteoarthritis management beliefs
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of knee osteoarthritis educational information, plus a general practitioner recommendation to exercise, on people's osteoarthritis management beliefs
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Comparative effect of two educational videos for people with knee osteoarthritis (vidEO)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effect of two knee osteoarthritis educational videos on people with knee osteoarthritis for self-efficacy and fear of movement.
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Osteoarthritis Information Video
This study evaluated the responses of people with knee osteoarthritis to a brief educational video about their condition created to empower and motivate effective self-management
Understanding Osteoarthritis, Pain, & Biomechanics
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Pain Science Education for knee pain (EPIPHA)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effect of integrating Pain Science Education with individualised education, strengthening and walking program versus individualised program alone for people living with knee osteoarthritis
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Knee osteoarthritis diagnosis trial
This randomised controlled trial compared the effect clinical osteoarthritis diagnosis and explanation without being sent for x-ray compared to diagnosis and explanation based on x-ray reports (with and without x-ray images).
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Effects of diagnostic labels and explanations on beliefs about hip pain and its management
This randomised controlled trial aims to compare the effects of diagnoses and their explanations for hip pain on beliefs about hip pain and its treatment.
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Do biomechanical foot-based interventions reduce patellofemoral joint loads in adults with and without patellofemoral pain or osteoarthritis?
This study examined the effects of foot-based interventions on patellofemoral loads in adults with and without patellofemoral pain or osteoarthritis.
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Clinical reasoning in managing chronic hip pain
This aim of this study was to explore clinical reasoning in managing chronic hip pain via a case vignette
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Beliefs about hip pain and its care
This systematic review highlights the beliefs and expectations about chronic hip pain and its care.
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Walking-related knee contact forces and knee pain
This study examined the associations between walking-related knee contact and knee pain amongst different radiographic grades of knee osteoarthritis.
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What is the difference between hip and knee osteoarthritis?
This review highlights the differences between hip and knee osteoarthritis
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Hip Osteoarthritis Pain Exacerbation risk factors (iHOAP)
This study is designed to identify risk factors of hip pain and assess their magnitude of effect in those with hip osteoarthritis.
Weight Loss
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Exploring experiences of people with knee osteoarthritis who received a weight loss diet and exercise program from a physiotherapist
This study explored the experiences of people with knee osteoarthritis undertaking a weight loss diet and exercise program delivered by physiotherapists.
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Exercise and Weight loss for Hip Pain (ECHO)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of exercise versus exercise and weight loss programs on hip osteoarthritis symptoms.
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Exercise and Weight loss for Knee Pain (POWER)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of exercise versus exercise and weight loss programs on knee osteoarthritis symptoms and weight loss delivered by physiotherapists.
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How does exercise and weight loss diet improve knee pain and physical function?
This study explored the mediators of effects two 6-month telehealth-delivered exercise programs, with and without weight loss diet for pain and physical function improvements in knee osteoarthritis.
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Better Knee Better Me
This randomised controlled trial compared remotely-delivered interventions targeting exercise and self-management, exercise and active weight management, or information-only for people with knee osteoarthritis and overweight.
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e-Learning on physiotherapists' confidence in weight management
This randomised controlled trial evaluated the effects of e-Learning program on physiotherapists' confidence in weight management for people with osteoarthritis
Psychological Interventions
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Internet-based pain coping skills training added to education and exercise program for persistent hip pain (HOPE)
This randomised controlled trial investigated the effects of adding an internet-based pain coping skills training to a standardised education and exercise program for people with persistent hip pain
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Internet-mediated physiotherapy and pain coping skills training for persistent knee pain (IMPACT)
This randomised controlled trial investigated the effects of a pain coping skills training with physiotherapy-guided home exercise, delivered via the internet, on knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
Injections
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platelet-Rich plasma as a symptom- and disEaSe-modifying Treatment fOR knee ostEoarthritis (RESTORE)
This randomised controlled trial aimed to find out whether a series of three PRP injections into the knee joint was effective in reducing pain and slowing loss of cartilage
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LatErAl hiP pain (LEAP)
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of three possible approaches to treating long standing lateral hip pain
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
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Healing of acute ACL rupture without surgery: An analysis of the KANON Trial
This study evaluated the natural course of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) healing on MRI within 5 years of acute ACL rupture.
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Fear of ACL reinjury
This study compared fear and certainty of reinjury between follow up time points and three treatment groups following surgical and nonsurgical management of ACL injury.
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Exploring factors for osteoarthritis after ACL injury
This study examined factors for osteoarthritis onset following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury
Models of Care
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Better Knee Better Me
This randomised controlled trial compared remotely-delivered interventions targeting exercise and self-management, exercise and active weight management, or information-only for people with knee osteoarthritis and overweight.
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Optimising primary care management of knee osteoarthritis (PARTNER)
This randomised controlled trial evaluated a model of care for primary care management that supports both General Practitioners and patients to uptake knee osteoarthritis clinical guideline recommendations
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Telephone-delivered support and advice for people with knee osteoarthritis (TELECARE)
This randomised controlled trial compared two different forms of telephone delivered support and advice for people with painful knee osteoarthritis
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Musculoskeletal pain treatment pathways (PACE)
This study is comparing the treatment pathways provided in primary and specialist care to advance understanding of recovery from musculoskeletal conditions
The Centre of Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine is happy to make our research based resources freely available to the public.
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Patient resources
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ACL Injury Treatment Decision Aid
Surgery or no surgery for ACL injury? A decision aid to inform patients about anterior cruciate ligament treatment options
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CHESM Patient Resources Booklet
All of CHESM's patient resources in one booklet
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Taking Control of Your Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis
Learn about hip and knee osteoarthritis and strategies to manage pain, including exercise, healthy weight, and pain relief.
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My Joint Yoga
An online research-based yoga program for hip and knee osteoarthritis
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My Knee Exercise
A digital resource to help people self-manage their knee osteoarthritis using exercise.
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painTRAINER
An interactive, online program teaching pain coping skills to manage persistent pain.
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Osteoarthritis Information
An informational video to help people living with knee osteoarthritis to understand the problem.
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Osteoarthritis Educational Videos
These videos will help provide information over various topics for osteoarthritis
The Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine is happy to make these resources available for health professionals in the community and use as tools as part of your clinical practice.
By using this website, you are agreeing to comply with these Terms of Use
e-Learning, Webinars, and Podcasts
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Australian OA Summit 2025: Driving Impactful Research
Have your say on the important areas of osteoarthritis research
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ATLAS
An eLearning program of high quality arthritis education for best practice arthritis care.
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CHESM Patient and Clinician Resources Booklet
All of CHESM's patient and clinician resources in one booklet
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PEAK Training
Guides physiotherapists in how to implement best-practice care to people with knee osteoarthritis, delivered over 5 consultations, via video-conferencing or face-to-face consultations.
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EduWeight: Weight Management for Adult Patients with Chronic Disease
Clinician training in weight management for adult patients with chronic disease.
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Podcasts
Here is a selection of podcasts that our CHESM researchers have featured
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Webinars
Webinar videos that CHESM researchers have been involved with
Core Capability Frameworks
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International core capability framework for physiotherapists to deliver quality care via videoconferencing and telephone
This study aimed to determine the core capabilities required for physiotherapists to deliver quality care via videoconferencing and telephone using an international consensus approach.
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Core capability framework for health professionals to optimise care for people with osteoarthritis
This study aimed to determine the core capabilities required for qualified health professionals to optimise care for people with osteoarthritis.
Resources to use with your patients
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Recommendations for the delivery of therapeutic exercise
These recommendations were developed to support the delivery of best practice therapeutic exercise for people with hip and/or knee osteoarthritis.
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Telehealth-administered performance-based tests for chronic lower limb musculoskeletal pain
A testing manual providing guidance for the administration of performance-based tests by clinicians to for people with chronic lower limb musculoskeletal pain
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Osteoarthritis Information
An informational video to help people living with knee osteoarthritis to understand the problem.
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PEAK Training
Guides physiotherapists in how to implement best-practice care to people with knee osteoarthritis, delivered over 5 consultations, via video-conferencing or face-to-face consultations.
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Physio and patient booklets
English and translated booklets for physiotherapists and patients used to help implement the PEAK program that are freely available
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EduWeight: Weight Management for Adult Patients with Chronic Disease
Clinician training in weight management for adult patients with chronic disease.
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Exercise Videos
Exercise videos for physiotherapists and general public to use for strengthening different muscle groups
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painTRAINER
An interactive, online program teaching pain coping skills to manage persistent pain.
Translated Resources
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International core capability framework for physiotherapists to deliver quality care via videoconferencing and telephone
This study aimed to determine the core capabilities required for physiotherapists to deliver quality care via videoconferencing and telephone using an international consensus approach.
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PEAK Training
Guides physiotherapists in how to implement best-practice care to people with knee osteoarthritis, delivered over 5 consultations, via video-conferencing or face-to-face consultations.
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Physio and patient booklets
English and translated booklets for physiotherapists and patients used to help implement the PEAK program that are freely available
Involvement
Our vision is to deliver research that is integral to, and designed around, the needs of consumers and the community.
To support meaningful consumer and community involvement in all stages of our research, a Consumer Involvement Strategy was developed in 2023. The Strategy describes the 5 unique levels of consumer involvement that occur across the centre and includes a range of resources to support both researchers and consumers collaborate in research activities.
A Consumer Involvement Strategy Action Group led development of the Strategy and oversees its implementation.
For more information about CHESM’s commitment to consumer involvement in research, please refer to the Consumer Involvement Strategy Policy document and the details of CHESM’s Consumer Involvement Levels.
Support Resources
These resources support CHESM researchers & consumers collaborate in research activities.
Consumer Involvement Strategy Action Group
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Prof Kim Bennell
CHESM Director
Stream Co-leader – Musculoskeletal
Redmond Barry Distinguished Professor, NHMRC Leadership Fellow, Dame Kate Campbell Fellow -
Dr Rachel Nelligan
Consumer Involvement Strategy Action Group Chair
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Prof Rana Hinman
CHESM Deputy Director
Stream Co-leader – Musculoskeletal
NHMRC Senior Research Fellow
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Dr Belinda Lawford
Post-doctoral Research Fellow
Academic Representative -
Travis Harber
PhD Candidate
Research Higher Degree Representative -
Jennie Marlow
Person living with osteoarthritis
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Neil Bidgood
Person living with osteoarthritis