Melanie is an Associate Professor in Biomechanics and Director of the Motion Analysis Research Lab in the School. She is originally from the East Coast of Canada, where she studied Kinesiology and Athletic Therapy at the University of New Brunswick (BPE and MSc) before transplanting to New Zealand in pursuit of her PhD in Clinical Biomechanics. Recently she was appointed as an Adjunct Professor to the School of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Saskatchewan, Canada.
Melanie's work has been funded by the Health Research Council of New Zealand, Otago Medical Research Foundation, Maurice and Phyllis Paykel Trust, University of Otago, Sport Science New Zealand and the Spondyloarthritis Research Consortium of Canada.
Melanie's research interests are focused on Sports Biomechanics, particularly the impact of musculoskeletal pain and injury on neuromuscular function. The long term goal of this work is to improve athlete re-conditioning for return-to-sport while reducing the risk of recurrent injury.
Postgraduate Students
Jim Webb (PhD): Associate Professor Melanie Bussey, Professor Stephanie Woodley
Corry Perrett (PhD): Dr Peter Lamb, Associate Professor Melanie Bussey
Janelle Romanchuk (PhD): Associate Professor Melanie Bussey, Dr Peter Lamb, Dr Cam Ross
William White (MSc): Associate Professor Melanie Bussey
Jayden Pinfold (MPhEd): Associate Professor Melanie Bussey, Professor John Sullivan
Eamon Riley (BSc Hons): Associate Professor Melanie Bussey
Completed Students
Daniela Aldabe (PhD Clinical Biomechanics)
Divya Adhia (PhD Clinical Biomechanics)
Marcelo Peduzzi de Castro (PhD – Deferred)
James Kennedy (MPhEd Clinical Biomechanics)
Joanne Trezise (MPhEd Sports Biomechanics – Professor Roger Bartlett Co-Supervisor)
Rhys Thorp (MPhEd Sports Biomechanics – Co-Supervisor)
Yu Tanabe (Tsukuba University Japan – Co-supervisor)
Melanie is currently seeking highly motivated graduate students who have an interest in one of the following topics: Mechanics and control of the pelvis (focus on pelvic floor and hamstring muscles) or Sports related concussion (impact mechanisms and neck muscle control/function). Please consult the University of Otago scholarships webpage to check eligibility for international and domestic student scholarships.
Tooby, J., Till, K., Gardner, A., Stokes, K., Tierney, G., Weaving, D., … Bussey, M. D., & Jones, B. (2024). When to pull the trigger: Conceptual considerations for approximating head acceleration events using instrumented mouthguards. Sports Medicine. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1007/s40279-024-02012-5
Journal - Research Other
Blyth, R., Sole, G., Galea, O., Bussey, M., & Ahmed, O. H. (2023). Heading the football: Understanding female football (soccer) players' perception of heading the ball, concussion knowledge and attitudes: A qualitative study. Proceedings of the Graduate Research Student Symposium. (pp. 9). Retrieved from https://www.otago.ac.nz/graduate-research
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Mirzaee, F., Button, C., Blakemore, R., & Bussey, M. (2023). Biomechanical effects of head and neck restraint systems for head/neck injury prevention in motorsports: A systematic review. Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 7(4), (pp. 160). doi: 10.36905/jses.2023.04.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Smith, B., Bussey, M., Romanchuk, J., & Ross, C. (2023). The comparison of on-snow to off-snow landings for elite park & pipe freestyle-ski and snowboard athletes. Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 7(4), (pp. 136-137). doi: 10.36905/jses.2023.04.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Mirzaee, F., Button, C., & Bussey, M. (2023). The association between oculomotor performance and neck muscle function in driving: A narrative review. Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 7(4), (pp. 127). doi: 10.36905/jses.2023.04.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Woodley, S., Moller, B., Clark, A., Bussey, M., Sangelaji, B., Perry, M., & Kruger, J. (2023). A scoping review of digital technologies for women's pelvic floor muscle training to manage urinary incontinence across the life course. Continence, 7(Suppl. 1), 100741. doi: 10.1016/j.cont.2023.100741
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Tooby, J., Woodward, J., Tucker, R., Jones, B., Falvey, É., Salmon, D., Bussey, M. D., … Tierney, G. (2023). Instrumented mouthguards in elite-level men’s and women’s rugby union: The incidence and propensity of head acceleration events in matches. Sports Medicine. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1007/s40279-023-01953-7
Journal - Research Article
Culling, M., Kendrew, I., Carman, A., Bussey, M., Sole, G., Kennedy, E., & Galea, O. (2023). Use of electromyography for determination of neck muscle fatigue: Can it strengthen validity of clinical outcome measures? A scoping review. Proceedings of the New Zealand Manipulative Physiotherapists Association (NZMPA) Biennial Conference. (pp. 18). Retrieved from https://www.nzmpa.org.nz
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. D., Salmon, D., Romanchuk, J., Nanai, B., Davidson, P., Tucker, R., & Falvey, E. (2023). Head acceleration events in male community rugby players: An observational cohort study across four playing grades, from under-13 to senior men. Sports Medicine. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1007/s40279-023-01923-z
Journal - Research Article
Woodley, S. J., Moller, B., Clark, A. R., Bussey, M. D., Sangelaji, B., Perry, M., & Kruger, J. (2023). Digital technologies for women’s pelvic floor muscle training to manage urinary incontinence across their life course: Scoping review. JMIR mHealth & uHealth, 11, e44929. doi: 10.2196/44929
Journal - Research Other
Bussey, M. D., Pinfold, J., Romanchuk, J., & Salmon, D. (2023). Anticipatory head control mechanisms in response to impact perturbations: An investigation of club rugby players with and without a history of concussion injury. Physical Therapy in Sport, 59, 7-16. doi: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2022.11.002
Journal - Research Article
Aldabe, D., Lawrenson, P., Sullivan, S. J., Hyland, G., Bussey, M. D., Hammer, N., Bryant, K., & Woodley, S. (2022). Management of women with pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain: An international Delphi study. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, 50(3, Suppl.), (pp. S2). doi: 10.15619/NZJP/50.3.07
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. D., Davidson, P., Salmon, D., Romanchuk, J., Tong, D., & Sole, G. (2022). Influence of the frame of reference on head acceleration events recorded by instrumented mouthguards in community rugby players. BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine, 8(4), e001365. doi: 10.1136/bmjsem-2022-001365
Journal - Research Article
Perrett, C., Bussey, M., & Lamb, P. (2022). Technique changes across maximal and submaximal intensities in fast bowlers: Implications for estimating workload. ISBS Proceedings Archive, 40(1), 135. Retrieved from https://commons.nmu.edu/isbs/vol40/iss1/1
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Full paper
Perrett, C., Bussey, M., & Lamb, P. (2022). External workload intensity in cricket fast bowlers across maximal and submaximal intensities: Modifying PlayerLoad and IMU location. Journal of Sports Sciences, 40(5), 527-533. doi: 10.1080/02640414.2021.2003570
Journal - Research Article
Aldabe, D., Lawrenson, P., Sullivan, S. J., Hyland, G., Bussey, M., Hammer, N., Bryant, K., & Woodley, S. (2022). Management of women with pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain: An international Delphi study. Physiotherapy, 115, 66-84. doi: 10.1016/j.physio.2021.09.002
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M., Reily, E., & Salmon, D. (2020). Community rugby coaches' perceptions and practices related to Small Blacks education programme and tools package: What are the barriers and facilitators to programme implementation? Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 4(3), (pp. 32-33). doi: 10.36905/jses.2020.03.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Perrett, C., Bussey, M., & Lamb, P. (2020). The relationship between release speed, heart rate and RPE across maximal and submaximal intensities in fast bowlers. Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 4(3), (pp. 27). doi: 10.36905/jses.2020.03.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. D., Pinfold, J., Romanchuk, J., & Salmon, D. (2020). Exploring head control during impact perturbations in rugby players with history of concussion. Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 4(3), (pp. 22). doi: 10.36905/jses.2020.03.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Hume, P., Bussey, M., McGeown, J., Draper, N., & Quarrie, K. (2020). Should contact sports be limited for children under 12 years to reduced sport originated brain injury? [Panel]. Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 4(3), (pp. 18). doi: 10.36905/jses.2020.03.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Perrett, C., Bussey, M., & Lamb, P. (2020). Movement variability in the spinal kinematics of fast bowlers. ISBS Proceedings Archive, 38(1), (pp. 284-287). [Full Paper]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Full paper
Aldabe, D., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2020). A multivariate model for predicting PPGP considering postural adjustment parameters. Musculoskeletal Science & Practice, 48, 102153. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2020.102153
Journal - Research Article
Pool-Goudzwaard, A., Beales, D., & Bussey, M. (2020). Introduction to the special issue on pelvic pain [Guest editorial]. Musculoskeletal Science & Practice, 48, 102168. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2020.102168
Journal - Research Other
Bussey, M. D., Aldabe, D., Shemmell, J., & Jowett, T. (2020). Anticipatory postural control differs between low back pain and pelvic girdle pain patients in the absence of visual feedback. Human Movement Science, 69, 102529. doi: 10.1016/j.humov.2019.102529
Journal - Research Article
Perrett, C., Lamb, P., & Bussey, M. (2020). Does external workload accurately predict lower-back injuries in cricket fast bowlers? A systematic review. Physical Therapy in Sport, 41, 71-79. doi: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2019.11.007
Journal - Research Article
Kelly, T., Thompson, B., Chumala, P., Okpalauwaekwe, U., Bath, B., Trask, C., … Bussey, M., … Katselis, G. (2019). A proteomics approach for the early clinical identification of axial spondyloarthritis: A study of first degree relatives. Journal of Rheumatology, 46(7), (pp. 772-773). doi: 10.3899/jrheum.190333
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Castro, M. P., Stebbings, S. M., Milosavljevic, S., Pedersen, S. J., & Bussey, M. D. (2019). Assessing the construct validity of clinical tests to identify sacroiliac joint inflammation in patients with non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis. International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases, 22, 1521-1528. doi: 10.1111/1756-185X.13606
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M. D., Aldabe, D., Ribeiro, D. C., Madil, S., Woodley, S., & Hammer, N. (2019). Is pelvic floor dysfunction associated with development of transient low back pain during prolonged standing? A protocol. Clinical Medicine Insights: Women's Health, 12. doi: 10.1177/1179562X19849603
Journal - Research Other
Bussey, M., Aldabe, D., & Jones, L. M. (2019). Reorganization of postural stability after tram flap breast reconstruction surgery: A longitudinal case report. Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy, 43(3), 136-143. doi: 10.1097/jwh.0000000000000134
Journal - Research Other
Bussey, M. D., McLean, M., Pinfold, J., Anderson, N., Kiely, R., Romanchuk, J., & Salmon, D. (2019). History of concussion is associated with higher head acceleration and reduced cervical muscle activity during simulated rugby tackle: An exploratory study. Physical Therapy in Sport, 37, 105-112. doi: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2019.03.012
Journal - Research Article
Milner, S. C., Gray, A., & Bussey, M. (2019). A retrospective study investigating injury incidence and factors associated with injury among belly dancers. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science, 23(1), 26-33. doi: 10.12678/1089-313X.23.1.26
Journal - Research Article
Pinfold, J., Romanchuk, J., Sullivan, J., & Bussey, M. D. (2018). Can neck muscle strength, activation or concussion history predict head acceleration during perturbation? Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 2(1), (pp. 38). doi: 10.36905/jses.2018.01.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Perrett, C., Lamb, P., & Bussey, M. D. (2018). Does external workload accurately predict lower-back injuries in cricket fast bowlers? A systematic review. Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 2(1), (pp. 35-36). doi: 10.36905/jses.2018.01.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Perrett, C., Lamb, P., & Bussey, M. D. (2018). The effects of fatigue on the spine motion of cricket fast bowlers. Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 2(1), (pp. 26-27). doi: 10.36905/jses.2018.01.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. (2018). Muscle activity during the Active Straight Leg Raise is associated with innominate mobility. Proceedings of the Physiotherapy New Zealand Conference. (pp. 46). Retrieved from https://pnz.org.nz/conference
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. D., McLean, M., Pinfold, J., Anderson, N., Kiely, R., Romanchuk, J., & Salmon, D. (2018). History of concussion is associated with higher head acceleration during simulated rugby tackle. Journal of Sport & Exercise Science, 2(1), (pp. 25-26). doi: 10.36905/jses.2018.01.01
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Aldabe, D., Woodley, S., Hammer, N., & Bussey, M. (2018). Can differences in active straight leg raise muscle activation predict pelvic girdle pain? A comparison between pregnant and non-pregnant women. Proceedings of the Physiotherapy New Zealand Conference. (pp. 40). Retrieved from https://pnz.org.nz/conference
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Shultz, S., Sheerin, K., Handsfield, G., Wells, D., Hebert-Losier, K., Fink, P., … Bussey, M., & Queen, R. (2018). Finding the balance between education outreach and research goals. Proceedings of the 8th World Congress of Biomechanics. Retrieved from www.wbc2018.com
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Castro, M. P., Stebbings, S., Milosavljevic, S., Juhl Pedersen, S. J., & Bussey, M. D. (2018). Do sacroiliac joint pain provocation tests identify inflammation in patients with non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis? Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology, 47(Suppl. 129), (pp. 35-36). doi: 10.1080/03009742.2018.1487639
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. D., de Castro, M. P., Aldabe, D., & Shemmell, J. (2018). Sex differences in anticipatory postural adjustments during rapid single leg lift. Human Movement Science, 57, 417-425. doi: 10.1016/j.humov.2017.10.003
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M. D., Aldabe, D., Adhia, D., & Mani, R. (2018). Reliability of surface electromyography activity of gluteal and hamstring muscles during sub-maximal and maximal voluntary isometric contractions. Musculoskeletal Science & Practice, 34, 103-107. doi: 10.1016/j.msksp.2017.09.004
Journal - Research Article
Hirono, Y., Fujii, N., & Bussey, M. D. (2017). Genetic algorithm approach for error optimization with 2-dimensional direct linear transformation. Proceedings of the XXVI Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics and the 9th Asian-Pacific Conference on Biomechanics. Retrieved from http://www.biomech2017.com/
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. D., & Lamb, P. (2017). Self-organizing maps for cluster analysis of sacroiliac involvement in low back pain patients. Proceedings of the XXVI Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics and the 9th Asian-Pacific Conference on Biomechanics. Retrieved from http://www.biomech2017.com/
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Aldabe, D., Castro, M. P., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2016). Concurrent validity and reliability of using ground reaction force and center of pressure parameters in the determination of leg movement initiation during single leg lift. Gait & Posture, 49, 346-352. doi: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2016.07.181
Journal - Research Article
Adhia, D. B., Tumilty, S., Mani, R., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2016). Innominate segment deformation during passive hip abduction and external rotation. Manual Therapy, 26, 235-237. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2016.06.004
Journal - Research Article
Adhia, D. B., Mani, R., Milosavljevic, S., Tumilty, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2016). Does repeated palpation-digitization of pelvic landmarks for measurement of innominate motion introduce a systematic variation? A psychometric investigation. Manual Therapy, 21, 282-286. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2015.09.009
Journal - Research Article
Castro, M. P., Stebbings, S. M., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2016). Construct validity of clinical spinal mobility tests in ankylosing spondylitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Clinical Rheumatology, 35(7), 1777-1787. doi: 10.1007/s10067-015-3056-1
Journal - Research Article
Adhia, D. B., Tumilty, S., Mani, R., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2016). Can hip abduction and external rotation discriminate sacroiliac joint pain? Manual Therapy, 21, 191-197. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2015.08.002
Journal - Research Article
Adhia, D. B., Milosavljevic, S., Tumilty, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2016). Innominate movement patterns, rotation trends and range of motion in individuals with low back pain of sacroiliac joint origin. Manual Therapy, 21, 100-108. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2015.06.004
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M. D., Kennedy, J. E., & Kennedy, G. (2016). Gluteus medius coactivation response in field hockey players with and without low back pain. Physical Therapy in Sport, 17, 24-29. doi: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2015.03.002
Journal - Research Article
Castro, M. P., Stebbings, S. M., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2015). Role of physical evaluation in the early identification of axial spondyloarthritis: A research proposal. Clinical Medicine Insights: Arthritis & Musculoskeletal Disorders, 8, 59-64. doi: 10.4137/CMAMD.S28347
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M., Milosavljevic, S., & Aldabe, D. (2015). Increased postural stability in posterior pelvic girdle pain. Physiotherapy, 101(Suppl. 1), (pp. e191-e192). doi: 10.1016/j.physio.2015.03.352
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Adhia, D., Tumilty, S., Mani, R., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. (2015). Can a Hip Abduction–External Rotation (HABER) test discriminate for low back pain of sacroiliac joint origin? Physiotherapy, 101(Suppl. 1), (pp. e34-e35). doi: 10.1016/j.physio.2015.03.146
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Adhia, D., Milosavljevic, S., Tumilty, S., & Bussey, M. (2015). Are pelvic movement anomalies associated with low back pain of sacroiliac joint origin? Physiotherapy, 101(Suppl. 1), (pp. e35-e36). doi: 10.1016/j.physio.2015.03.147
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. D. (2015). Mechanics of pelvic girdle stability and self-bracing in SIJ-related pelvic girdle pain: A review. Physical Therapy Reviews, 20(3), 168-177. doi: 10.1179/1743288X15Y.0000000010
Journal - Research Article
Castro, M. P., Stebbings, S. M., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2015). Criterion-concurrent validity of spinal mobility tests in ankylosing spondylitis: A systematic review of the literature. Journal of Rheumatology, 42(2), 243-251. doi: 10.3899/jrheum.140901
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M. D., & Milosavljevic, S. (2015). Asymmetric pelvic bracing and altered kinematics in patients with posterior pelvic pain who present with postural muscle delay. Clinical Biomechanics, 30(1), 71-77. doi: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2014.11.002
Journal - Research Article
Aldabe, D., Castro, M. P., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2014). Reliability of anticipatory postural adjustment parameters in pregnant women and controls. New Zealand Journal of Sports Medicine, 41(2), (pp. 87). [Abstract]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Castro, M. P., Stebbings, S. M., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2014). Exploring pelvic girdle clinical tests for early identification of axial spondyloarthritis: A hypothesis study. New Zealand Journal of Sports Medicine, 41(2), (pp. 85). [Abstract]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. (2014). Mechanics and control in pelvic girdle pain. New Zealand Journal of Sports Medicine, 41(2), (pp. 74). [Abstract]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Castro, M., Bussey, M., Milosavljevic, S., & Stebbings, S. (2014, August). Criterion-concurrent validity of spinal mobility tests in ankylosing spondylitis: A systematic review of the literature. Verbal presentation at the New Zealand Rheumatology Association Annual Scientific Meeting, Dunedin, New Zealand.
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Castro, M. P., Stebbings, S. M., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2014). Validity of spinal mobility assessment in patients with ankylosing spondylitis: A systematic review. Physiotherapy New Zealand Conference: Linking the Chain. (pp. 72). Wellington, New Zealand: Physiotherapy New Zealand. [Abstract]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. D. (2014). The effect of pelvic girdle pain on hip-spine movement and coordination during a modified Trendelenburg task. Physiotherapy New Zealand Conference: Linking the Chain. (pp. 69). Wellington, New Zealand: Physiotherapy New Zealand. [Abstract]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Adhia, D. B., Bussey, M. D., Tumilty, S., Mani, R., & Milosavljevic, S. (2014). Can innominate movements discriminate for low back pain of sacroiliac joint origin? Physiotherapy New Zealand Conference: Linking the Chain. (pp. 60). Wellington, New Zealand: Physiotherapy New Zealand. [Abstract]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bussey, M. D., & Milosavljevic, S. (2013). Can innominate motion be used to identify persons with ankylosing spondylitis? A pilot study. Manual Therapy, 18(2), 118-123. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2012.07.010
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M. D., Milosavljevic, S., & Adhia, D. (2012). [Response to letter to the editor: Innominate 3D motion modeling: Biomechanically interesting, but clinically irrelevant]. Manual Therapy, 17(5), e13. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2012.04.004
Journal - Research Other
Adhia, D. B., Bussey, M. D., Ribeiro, D. C., Tumilty, S., & Milosavljevic, S. (2012). Validity and reliability of palpation-digitization for non-invasive kinematic measurement: A systematic review. Manual Therapy, 18(1), 26-34. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2012.06.004
Journal - Research Article
Aldabe, D., Ribeiro, D. C., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2012). Pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain and its relationship with relaxin levels during pregnancy: A systematic review. European Spine Journal, 21(9), 1769-1776. doi: 10.1007/s00586-012-2162-x
Journal - Research Article
Aldabe, D., Milosavljevic, S., & Bussey, M. D. (2012). Is pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain associated with altered kinematic, kinetic and motor control of the pelvis? A systematic review. European Spine Journal, 21(9), 1777-1787. doi: 10.1007/s00586-012-2401-1
Journal - Research Article
Adhia, D. B., Bussey, M. D., Mani, R., Jayakaran, P., Aldabe, D., & Milosavljevic, S. (2012). Inter-tester reliability of non-invasive technique for measurement of innominate motion. Manual Therapy, 17(1), 71-76. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2011.09.005
Journal - Research Article
Bartlett, R., & Bussey, M. (2012). Sports biomechanics: Reducing injury risk and improving performance (2nd ed.). Abingdon, UK: Routledge, 341p.
Authored Book - Research
Bussey, M., Bartlett, R., Mukai, N., & Tanabe, Y. (2011). Effect of hip abductor fatigue in a lower limb kinematics and muscle activity during a cutting maneuver. In S. Van Sint Jan, A. Carpentier, N. Guissard, A. Scafoglieri, V. Feipel, E. Cattrysse & N. Warzée (Eds.), Proceedings of the XXIIIrd Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics (ISB). ISB. [Abstract]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Trezise, J., Bartlett, R., & Bussey, M. (2011). Coordination variability changes with fatigue in sprinters. International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching, 6(3), 357-363. doi: 10.1260/1747-9541.6.3.357
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M. D., & Milosavljevic, S. (2010, November). The effect of ankylosing spondylitis on sacroiliac joint movement patterns. Verbal presentation at the 7th Interdisciplinary World Congress on Low Back & Pelvic Pain, Los Angeles.
Conference Contribution - Verbal presentation and other Conference outputs
Bussey, M. D. (2010). Does the demand for asymmetric functional lower body postures in lateral sports relate to structural asymmetry of the pelvis. Journal of Science & Medicine in Sport, 13(3), 360-364. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2009.02.010
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M. D., Bell, M. L., & Milosavljevic, S. (2009). The influence of hip abduction and external rotation on sacroiliac motion. Manual Therapy, 14(5), 520-525. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2008.08.009
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M. D., Milosavljevic, S., & Bell, M. L. (2009). Sex differences in the pattern of innominate motion during passive hip abduction and external rotation. Manual Therapy, 14(5), 514-519. doi: 10.1016/j.math.2008.09.004
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M. (2009). Does the demand for asymmetric functional lower body postures in laterality dominant sports relate to structural asymmetry of the pelvis? Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport.12(Suppl. 1), (pp. S44). doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2008.12.107
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Trezise, J., Bartlett, R., & Bussey, M. (2009). Effects of fatigue on coordination variability in sprinters. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport.12(Suppl. 1), (pp. S60). doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2008.12.142
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
Bartlett, R., Bussey, M., & Flyger, N. (2006). Movement variability cannot be determined reliably from no-marker conditions. Journal of Biomechanics, 39, 3076-3079. doi: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2005.10.020
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M. (2005, July). Motion characteristics of the innominate-hip complex under increasing passive loads. Poster session presented at the ISB 20th Congress and ASB 29th Annual Meeting, Cleveland, OH, USA.
Conference Contribution - Poster Presentation (not in published proceedings)
Bussey, M. (2004). Motion of the innominate-femur complex under incremental passive load (PhD). University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand. 293p.
Awarded Doctoral Degree
Bussey, M. D., Yanai, T., & Milburn, P. (2004). A non-invasive technique for assessing innominate bone motion. Clinical Biomechanics, 19, 85-90.
Journal - Research Article
Bussey, M., & Yanai, T. (2002). Testing the reliability and validity of sacroiliac joint rotations measured with a magnetic tracking device. Proceedings CD of IV World Congress of Biomechanics. Calgary, Canada: Omnipress. [Full Paper]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Full paper
Bussey, M., & Yanai, T. (2001). Sacroiliac joint movement generated by passive hip abduction in healthy female subjects. The XVIII Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics. (pp. 300-301). Zurich, Switzerland. [Abstract]
Conference Contribution - Published proceedings: Abstract
BPE(New Brunswick) MSc (New Brunswick) PhD (Otago)