Studies currently seeking participants
February to April 2024.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mindfulness Meditation and Neurofeedback Training (MiNT): Knee Osteoarthritis
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
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.
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.
Influence of footwear on knee movement
Lower limb movement patterns following anterior cruciate ligament rupture and influence of footwear.
Studies recently completed recruitment
Strabismus and balance in children
The research will investigate whether balance control is affected in children with strabismus.
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.
Brain signatures of pain (KOA)
Recruitment closed.
A study investigating the brain changes and activity patterns in painful knee osteoarthritis (KOA) compared to healthy individuals.