Improving Pain And Movement Outcomes In Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$431,000.00
Summary
People fear getting painful knee osteoarthritis (OA) more than any other disease – it is seen as progressive and incurable. It often stops people from moving and staying healthy, resulting in an enormous burden on sufferers and the health care system. This program of research aims to understand what brain & nervous system processes might underlie these pain and movement problems and whether new brain-targeting treatment helps. This will allow us to better match treatment to what patients need.
IMproving Physical ACtivity With Treadmill Training Following Stroke: The Stroke-IMPACT Trial
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$736,065.00
Summary
Stroke is a leading cause of disability amongst Australians. After stroke, activity levels are low, with few people able to exercise at an intensity which will reduce the risk of future cardiovascular events. This project examines the effectiveness of combining a high intensity treadmill training program with a self management approach to improve activity levels, mobility, cardiovascular risk profile in stroke survivors, increasing their independence and reducing the burden of care.
Participate-CP: Optimising Participation In Physically Active Leisure For Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Randomised Controlled Trial
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,014,872.00
Summary
In Australia, 35,000 people have cerebral palsy, who compared to able-bodied peers, are less active with a greater risk of chronic, life-limiting health conditions. There are currently no effective interventions for children with cerebral palsy to increase their physical activity and participation in active leisure activities. We have promising data about a new intervention, called Participate-CP, which we will test in 80 children with cerebral palsy and compare results to usual therapy care.
Improving Outcomes In Lung Cancer: Implementation Of Physical Activity Guidelines
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$274,107.00
Summary
Lung cancer is associated with complex symptoms which frequently lead to inactivity and functional decline. There are well-established evidence-based recommendations regarding the amount of physical activity that people with cancer should engage in. However the current models of care in lung cancer do not formally utilise these recommendations. This project aims to bridge the evidence-practice gap with the ultimate aim of improving outcomes for people with lung cancer.
Physical Activity In Community Dwelling People With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$107,204.00
Summary
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a serious lung condition causing severe breathlessness. Participation in a pulmonary rehabilitation program can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life but is unavailable to most people who only see their local doctor. These studies will look at the effect of a new home-based pulmonary rehabilitation program on how much physical activity people do and the best ways to measure exercise ability at home.
Rehabilitation Exercise At Home (REACH): Improving Equity Of Access And Patient Related Outcomes. A Trial Of Telerehabilitation In Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$318,768.00
Summary
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung condition, characterised by breathlessness, and poor exercise tolerance and quality of life. Exercise training (Pulmonary Rehabilitation) improves these problems, however, it is often difficult for people to access these programs, particularly in rural areas, due to lack of availability and issues surrounding transport. These projects aim to determine the benefits and costs of pulmonary rehabilitation delivered via the internet.
Effects Of Targeted Brace On Pain And Physical Function In People With Knee Osteoarthritis After Knee Reconstruction.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$92,495.00
Summary
Early-onset knee osteoarthritis (OA) imparts a considerable burden on younger adults, by restricting physical activity, quality-of-life and work capacity. Treatment options for younger adults with early-onset OA are limited. I will investigate the immediate and medium-term effects of a commercially available brace on symptoms and physical function in people with early-onset knee OA. If beneficial, the brace may have capacity to improve the impact of early-onset knee OA in younger Australians.
Clinical Trial Of Rehabilitation After Ankle Fracture
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$443,348.00
Summary
Over 20,500 Australians fracture their ankle each year. Initially the fracture is managed with cast immobilisation, sometimes after surgery. Pain, stiffness, weakness and swelling are disabling consequences of fracture and cast immobilisation, and can prevent return to work and sport. This trial will determine the effects and cost of rehabilitation (a physiotherapy exercise program) implemented after cast removal, and enable provision of evidence-based treatment for this very common problem.
MOTOR IMPAIRMENT: Basic And Applied Human Neurophysiology
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$6,830,980.00
Summary
Motor Impairment results in physical disability in a wide range of debilitating diseases and health conditions. We will conduct a research program that will include both experimental investigations and clinical trials to identify optimal strategies for maximising physical functioning for people with weakness and fatigue, impaired sensation and balance, and contracture. In doing so, our program offers great scope for improving the health and quality of life for millions of Australians and substan ....Motor Impairment results in physical disability in a wide range of debilitating diseases and health conditions. We will conduct a research program that will include both experimental investigations and clinical trials to identify optimal strategies for maximising physical functioning for people with weakness and fatigue, impaired sensation and balance, and contracture. In doing so, our program offers great scope for improving the health and quality of life for millions of Australians and substantially reducing health care costs.Read moreRead less