Spring 2024 Research Update

As spring begins and the flowers bloom, the spirit of new beginnings sparks energy in our School of Physiotherapy researchers. Below are highlighted some of the school's latest and ongoing research projects. From thesis defenses wrapping up student-led research to research grants supporting new projects that are making positive changes in our communities, a lot of exciting work has occurred over the past few months.

Faculty Highlight

This short video highlights the research of Dr. Rebecca Moyer along with types of research methods she uses, what she looks for in a research student and some very fun facts, known only by a small few...and now you.   

Less than 6 minutes. Photo: Nick Pearce

Patient Partners Driving Innovation at Dr. Quigley's ReBEL Research Group

Dr. Adria Quigley’s latest project is diving into the world of virtual reality (VR) to develop a cutting-edge stroke rehabilitation game. Over the past year, she has been working with a team of computer scientists to create the game, which involves walking along a forest path and completing various walking and balance tasks on an omnidirectional treadmill (a treadmill that allows the user to move in any direction). Patient partners, individuals who've experienced stroke firsthand, have been integral to developing and testing the rehabilitation game. A big thank you goes out to Martin, Greg, and Ferne for their input!

Crossroads Conference

Several students within the School of Physiotherapy presented their research at Crossroads Interdisciplinary Health Research Conference at Dal in March. The presentations showcased the breadth of research occurring in the school ranging from motor imagery to delirium incidence in long-term care.

Crossroads Conference photo credits: Kimberly Jacobs and Stjepan MacKillop