Steele, Julie R.

Overview

Passionate about developing innovative strategies, based on applied biomechanics, to decrease injury potential and optimise quality of life for individuals across the age spectrum.

Research Areas

Research Overview

Over the past 37+ years, my research has focused on developing innovative strategies, based on applied biomechanics, to decrease injury potential and optimise quality of life for individuals across the age spectrum. My original research focused on mechanisms of lower limb injuries during dynamic landings, as well as the effects of obesity, ageing and occupational loading on lower limb structure and function with implications for footwear design. However, my current research interests also include developing wearable technologies to enhance health andbreast health biomechanics. I have been privileged to receive the 2005 NSW Telstra Business Woman of the Year. A current member of the World Council of Biomechanics, I have had the honour of serving on the Executive Council of several national and international professional associations, including being the first Australian President of the International Society of Biomechanics. I was recently appointed a Member (AM) of the Order of Australia (General Division), for significant service to science in the field of biomechanics, to higher education, and to professional associations.

Selected Publications

Journal Article

Year	Title
2020	Are female soldiers satisfied with the fit and function of body armour? Published In Applied Ergonomics
2020	Breast Biomechanics: What Do We Really Know? Published In Physiology
2020	Breast and torso characteristics of female contact football players: implications for the design of sports bras and breast protection Published In Ergonomics
2020	Breast injuries reported by female contact football players based on football code, player position and competition level Published In Science and Medicine in Football
2020	Breast pain affects the performance of elite female athletes Published In Journal of Sports Sciences
2020	Effect of external breast prosthesis mass on bra strap loading and discomfort in women with a unilateral mastectomy Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2020	Effect of shaft stiffness and sole flexibility on perceived comfort and the plantar pressures generated when walking on a simulated underground coal mining surface Published In Applied Ergonomics
2020	Effects of obesity on breast size, thoracic spine structure and function, upper torso musculoskeletal pain and physical activity in women Published In Journal of Sport and Health Science
2020	Experimental evaluation and analytical model of the pressure generated by elastic compression garments on a deformable human limb analogue Published In Medical Engineering and Physics
2020	Physical side-effects following breast reconstructive surgery impact physical activity and function Published In Supportive Care in Cancer
2020	Training for success: Do simulated aerial landings replicate successful aerial landings performed in the ocean? Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2019	Breast pain and sports bra usage reported by Chinese women: Why sports bra education programs are needed in China Published In Fibres and Textiles in Eastern Europe
2019	Does breast size affect how women participate in physical activity? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2019	Effect of work boot shaft stiffness and sole flexibility on lower limb muscle activity and ankle alignment at initial foot-ground contact when walking on simulated coal mining surfaces: Implications for reducing slip risk Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2019	Rescheduling Part 2 of the 11+ reduces injury burden and increases compliance in semi-professional football Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2019	The "forgotten footwear": developing occupational footwear for underground coal miners Published In Footwear Science
2019	The occurrence, causes and perceived performance effects of breast injuries in elite female athletes Published In Journal of Sports Science and Medicine
2018	A protocol to prospectively assess risk factors for medial tibial stress syndrome in distance runners Published In BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation
2018	Are underground coal miners satisfied with their work boots? Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2018	Bra band size measurements derived from three-dimensional scans are not accurate in women with large, ptotic breasts Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2018	Can breast characteristics predict upper torso musculoskeletal pain? Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2018	Effects of age and body mass index on breast characteristics: a cluster analysis Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2018	Effects of wearing gumboots and leather lace-up work boots on plantar loading when walking on a simulated underground coal mine surface Published In Footwear Science
2018	How do we fit underground coal mining work boots? Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2018	The Bionic Bra: Using electromaterials to sense and modify breast support to enhance active living Published In Journal Of Rehabilitation And Assistive Technologies Engineering
2018	The three-dimensional shapes of underground coal miners’ feet do not match the internal dimensions of their work boots Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2018	Understanding successful and unsuccessful landings of aerial maneuver variations in professional surfing Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2018	Upper torso pain and musculoskeletal structure and function in women with and without large breasts: A cross sectional study Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2018	Which Bra Components Contribute to Incorrect Bra Fit in Women Across a Range of Breast Sizes? Published In Clothing and Textiles Research Journal
2017	Additive Manufacturing, Modeling and Performance Evaluation of 3D Printed Fins for Surfboards Published In MRS Advances
2017	Asymptomatic players with a patellar tendon abnormality do not adapt their landing mechanics when fatigued Published In Journal of Sports Sciences
2017	Breast volume is affected by body mass index but not age Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2017	Effect of work boot type on work footwear habits, lower limb pain and perceptions of work boot fit and comfort in underground coal miners Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2017	Higher anterior knee laxity influences the landing biomechanics displayed by pubescent girls Published In Journal of Sports Sciences
2017	How do we fit underground coal mining work boots? Published In Footwear Science
2017	Scoring Analysis of Manoeuvres Performed in Elite Male Professional Surfing Competitions Published In International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance
2017	Surfing the 3D printing wave: the changing face of surfboard fin production Published In The Conversation
2017	Three-dimensional scanning in women with large, ptotic breasts: implications for bra cup sizing and design Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2017	Work boot design affects the way workers walk: A systematic review of the literature Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2016	Does participation in a physical activity program impact upon the feet of overweight and obese children? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2016	Effect of aging on breast skin thickness and elasticity: Implications for breast support Published In Skin Research and Technology
2016	Effect of sports bra type and gait speed on breast discomfort, bra discomfort and perceived breast movement in Chinese women Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2016	Efficacy of a progressive resistance exercise program to increase toe flexor strength in older people Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2016	How young girls change their landing technique throughout the adolescent growth spurt Published In American Journal of Sports Medicine
2015	Bra strap orientations and designs to minimise bra strap discomfort and pressure during sport and exercise in women with large breasts Published In Sports Medicine
2015	Development and evaluation of a simple, multifactorial model based on landing performance to indicate injury risk in surfing athletes Published In International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance
2015	Effect of underground coal mining work boot preference on boot satisfaction and discomfort Published In Footwear Science
2015	Effects of wearing gumboots and leather lace-up boots on lower limb muscle activity when walking on simulated underground coal mine surfaces Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2015	Lower activity levels are related to higher plantar pressures in overweight children Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2015	Obese older adults suffer foot pain and foot-related functional limitation Published In Gait and Posture
2015	Previously identified patellar tendinopathy risk factors differ between elite and sub-elite volleyball players Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2015	Variations in jump height explain the between-sex difference in patellar tendon loading during landing Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2014	Alterations to landing technique and patellar tendon loading in response to fatigue Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2014	Can technique modification training reduce knee moments in a landing task? Published In Journal of Applied Biomechanics
2014	Evidence-based guidelines for breast support during physical activity for women with large breasts Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2014	Evidence-based recommendations for building better bras for women treated for breast cancer Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2014	Exercise bra discomfort is associated with insufficient exercise levels among Australian women treated for breast cancer Published In Supportive Care in Cancer
2014	Perceived exercise barriers explain exercise participation in Australian women treated for breast cancer better than perceived exercise benefits Published In Physical Therapy
2014	Perceived exercise barriers explain exercise participation in Australian women treated for breast cancer better than perceived exercise benefits Published In Physical Therapy
2014	Sex differences in neuromuscular recruitment are not related to patellar tendon load Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2013	Bra-breast forces generated in women with large breasts while standing and during treadmill running: implications for sports bra design Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2013	Effects of age on strength of the toe flexor muscles Published In Footwear Science
2013	Effects of strap cushions and strap orientation on comfort and sports bra performance Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2013	Insufficient hamstring strength compromises landing technique in adolescent girls Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2013	Musculoskeletal and estrogen changes during the adolescent growth spurt in girls Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2013	Passive dorsiflexion stiffness is poorly correlated with passive dorsiflexion range of motion Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2013	Polypyrrole stretchable actuators Published In Journal of Polymer Science Part B: Polymer Physics
2013	Predicting the patellar tendon force generated when landing from a jump Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2013	Reliability of ultrasound to measure morphology of the toe flexor muscles Published In Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
2013	Self-reported side effects of breast cancer treatment: a cross-sectional study of incidence, associations, and the influence of exercise Published In Cancer Causes and Control
2012	Characterizing patellar tendon loading during the landing phases of a stop-jump task Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2012	Does higher anterior knee joint laxity alter landing biomechanics in pubescent girls? Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2012	Does load position affect gait and subjective responses of females during load carriage? Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2012	Effects of a physical activity program on plantar pressures in overweight and obese children: RCT findings at 12 months follow-up Published In Obesity Research and Clinical Practice
2012	Effects of passive ankle dorsiflexion stiffness on ankle mechanics during drop landings Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2012	Effects of prolonged load carriage on ground reaction forces, lower limb kinematics and spatio-temporal parameters in female recreational hikers Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2012	Features of sports bras that deter their use by Australian women Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2012	Lower limb movement symmetry cannot be assumed when investigating the stop-jump landing Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2012	Proficiency deficiency: mastery of fundamental movement skills and skill components in overweight and obese children Published In Obesity
2012	Reliability of ultrasound to measure morphology of the toe flexor muscles Published In Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
2012	Risk of musculoskeletal injury among cleaners during vacuuming Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2012	Whole body kinematics and knee moments that occur during an overhead catch and landing task in sport Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2012	Why do girls sustain more anterior cruciate ligament injuries than boys? A review of the changes in oestrogen and musculoskeletal structure and function during puberty Published In SA Sports Medicine
2011	Are the feet of obese children fat or flat? Revisiting the debate Published In International Journal of Obesity
2011	Backpack load affects lower limb muscle activity patterns of female hikers during prolonged load carriage Published In Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2011	Benefits and barriers to exercise for women living with a breast cancer diagnosis Published In European Journal of Cancer
2011	Breast volume and bra size Published In International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology
2011	Can flexible shoes improve function in the older foot? Published In Footwear Science
2011	Cross-sectional analysis of foot function, functional ability, and health-related quality of life in older people with disabling foot pain Published In Arthritis Care and Research
2011	Dorsiflexion capacity affects achilles tendon loading during drop landings Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2011	Effect of load mass on posture, heart rate and subjective responses of recreational female hikers to prolonged load carriage Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2011	Foot structure in obese children: Implications for footwear design Published In Obesity Research and Clinical Practice
2011	Gait, balance and plantar pressures in older people with toe deformities Published In Gait and Posture
2011	Gender and age affect balance performance in primary school-aged children Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2011	Is foot pain influenced by shoe-wearing habits in older people? Published In Footwear Science
2011	Medial midfoot fat pad thickness and plantar pressures: are these related in children? Published In Pediatric Obesity
2011	Movement skills and physical activity in obese children: randomized controlled trial Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2011	Parent diet modification, child activity, or both in obese children: An RCT Published In Pediatrics
2011	Relationship between plantar pressures, physical activity and sedentariness among preschool children Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2011	Soft tissue thickness under the metatarsal heads is reduced in older people with toe deformities Published In Journal of Orthopaedic Research
2011	Step time variability and pelvis acceleration patterns in younger and older adults: effects of footwear and surface conditions Published In Research in Sports Medicine
2010	Breast elevation and compression decrease exercise-induced breast discomfort Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2010	Different measures of plantar-flexor flexibility and their effects on landing technique: implications for injury Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2010	Does a drop landing represent a whole skill landing and is this moderated by fatigue? Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2010	Education improves bra knowledge and fit, and level of breast support in adolescent female athletes: a cluster-randomised trial Published In Journal of Physiotherapy
2010	Effects of high and low breast support on breast kinematics and kinetics during treadmill running Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2010	Foot pain, plantar pressures, and falls in older people: a prospective study Published In Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
2010	Foot shape of older people: implications for shoe design Published In Footwear Science
2010	Hamstring antagonist torque generated in vivo following ACL rupture and ACL reconstruction Published In Knee
2010	Is bra discomfort a barrier to exercise for breast cancer patients? Published In Supportive Care in Cancer
2010	Landing strategies of athletes with an asymptomatic patellar tendon abnormality Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2010	Multi-site randomized controlled trial of a child-centered physical activity program, a parent-centered dietary-modification program, or both in overweight children: The HIKCUPS study Published In Journal of Pediatrics
2010	Optimising breast support in female patients through correct bra fit. A cross-sectional study Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2010	The impact of child and adolescent obesity treatment interventions on physical activity: a systematic review Published In Obesity Reviews
2009	Adherence to physical activity and electronic media guidelines in Australian pre-school children Published In Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
2009	Can Grandma wear Grandpa's shoes? Published In Footwear Science
2009	Changing sidestep cutting technique reduces knee valgus loading Published In American Journal of Sports Medicine
2009	Do Rotasole® shoes reduce knee joint loading? Published In Footwear Science
2009	Does foot pitch at ground contact affect parachute landing technique? Published In Military Medicine: international journal of AMSUS
2009	Does lower limb neuromuscular control differ during side-step and split-step cutting manoeuvres? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2009	Effect of overweight on foot, knee and back pain Published In Footwear Science
2009	Effects of simulated viewpoint jitter on visually induced postural sway Published In Perception
2009	Effects of walking surfaces and footwear on temporo-spatial gait parameters in young and older people Published In Gait and Posture
2009	ISB Clinical Biomechanics Award 2009: Toe weakness and deformity increase the risk of falls in older people Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2009	Rapid gait termination: effects of age, walking surfaces and footwear characteristics Published In Gait and Posture
2009	Sports bras: what should we teach our patients? Published In Australian Journal of Physiotherapy
2009	Successful feed-forward strategies following ACL injury and reconstruction Published In Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2008	Do athletes with and without asymptomatic patellar tendon ultrasonographic abnormality differ in their muscle recruitment strategies during landing? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2008	Do the feet of German and Australian children differ in structure? Implications for children's shoe design Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2008	Dynamic restraint capacity of the hamstring muscles has important functional implications after anterior cruciate ligament injury and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction Published In Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
2008	Effects of footwear features on balance and stepping in older people Published In Gerontology: international journal of experimental, clinical, behavioral, regenerative and technical gerontology
2008	Effects of shoe characteristics on dynamic stability when walking on even and uneven surfaces in young and older people Published In Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
2008	Female adolescent breast support during physical activity: can an educational intervention improve behaviour? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2008	How are the muscle activation patterns during dynamic landing movements affected by growth and development? Implications for lower limb injuries Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2008	Is the foot structure of preschool children moderated by gender? Published In Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics
2008	Isokinetic dynamometry in anterior cruciate ligament injury and reconstruction Published In Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
2008	Optimizing footwear for older people at risk of falls Published In Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development
2008	The intelligent knee sleeve: a wearable biofeedback device Published In Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical: international journal devoted to research and development of physical and chemical transducers
2008	What are the breast support choices of Australian women during physical activity? Published In British Journal of Sports Medicine
2007	Are hamstring antagonist moments important determinants of knee functionality following ACL rupture and reconstruction? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Can fabric sensors monitor breast motion? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	Compliance with physical activity and television viewing guidelines among preschool children and relationships with overweight in two urban cities on the east coast of Australia Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Do athletes with and without asymptomatic patellar tendon ultrasonographic abnormality differ in their landing technique? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Does deep water running reduce exercise induced breast discomfort? Published In British Journal of Sports Medicine
2007	Does shoe sole hardness affect pelvis and head acceleration patterns during walking in older people? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	Feasibility of SHARK: a physical activity skill-development program for overweight and obese children Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Feasibility of SHARK: a pilot physical activity program for overweight and obese children Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Gait characteristics in older adults: are they associated with falls risk? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	Heel versus toe: does foot pitch affect parachute landing technique? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	Is inactivity associated with increased falls risk in older adults? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Jumping to conclusions about the biomechanics of lower limb landing injuries: What do we really know? Published In Journal of Sports Sciences
2007	Landing without injury: has biomechanics been beneficial? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	Parachute landing fall characteristics at three realistic vertical descent velocities Published In Aviation, Space, and Environmental Medicine
2007	Randomised controlled trials in overweight children: practicalities and realities Published In Pediatric Obesity
2007	Relationships between objectively measured physical activity, movement competency and psychosocial outcomes in overweight and obese children Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Split-step versus side-step: what is the difference in lower limb loads? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	The HIKCUPS trial: a multi-site randomized controlled trial of a combined physical activity skill-development and dietary modification program in overweight and obese children Published In BMC Public Health
2007	The effect of technique change on knee loads during sidestep cutting Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2007	The use of ultrasound imaging to measure midfoot plantar fat pad thickness in children Published In Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy

Book

Year	Title
2008	Sports Bra Fitness Publisher Australia

Chapter

Year	Title
2007	The role of biofeedback in preventing non-contact ACL injuries Published In Understanding and Preventing Non-Contact ACL Injuries

Conference Paper

Year	Title
2018	Physical function following breast reconstructive surgery: are musculoskeletal side-effects a problem? Published In Melbourne International Joint Breast Congress
2010	Biomechanics of better bras Published In 3rd International Symposium of Intimate Apparel
2010	Falls in older people: are shoes a culprit or an innocent bystander? Published In 6th World Congress of Biomechanics (WCB 2010), 1-6 August, Singapore
2010	Fat flat feet: how does obesity affect our feet? Published In The Australian Podiatry Association (Vic) State Conference: "What the.....Foot?, Melbourne 2010
2010	Functional dorsiflexion range of motion affects ankle joint mechanics in single limb landings: implications for overuse injuries Published In 6th World Congress of Biomechanics (WCB 2010), 1-6 August, Singapore
2010	Functional footwear for flat, fat and frail feet Published In Taiwanese Society of Biomechanics & Taiwanese Society of Biomechanics in Sports Conference
2010	Functional footwear for frail feet: a forgotten market? Published In Proceedings 2010 International Conference of Korean Society of Sport Biomechanics, Busan International Smart Shoe, Parts Fair & AFBG Joint Conference
2010	High plantar-flexor passive stiffness increases achilles tendon loading during landings Published In 34th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Rhode Island, USA 2010
2010	Soft tissue thickness under the metatarsals: is it reduced in those with toe deformities? Published In 2nd Congress of the International Foot and Ankle Biomechanics Community, Washington
2010	Sports bra fitness: what should women know? Published In 2010 World Conference on Women and Sport
2010	Textile-based wearable devices for monitoring motion in sport Published In 6th World Congress of Biomechanics
2009	Adolescent breast support during physical activity: improvement through education Published In 2009 SMA NSW Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport
2009	Are toe weakness and deformity associated with falls in older people Published In XXIInd Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics
2009	Beneath the uniform: breast support for female army recruits Published In Defence Human Sciences Symposium (DHSS)
2009	Can lower limb symmetry during the landing phase of a stop-jump be assumed? Published In XXII Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics
2009	Do musculoskeletal and hormonal changes during puberty affect lower limb coordination in girls? A work in progress Published In 7th Australasian Biomechanics Conference
2009	Fat flat frail feet: how does obesity affect the older foot Published In XXII Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics
2009	Fatigue does not change the lower limb landing strategies utilized by asymptomatic athletes with patellar tendon ultrasonographic abnormality Published In 7th Australasian Biomechanics Conference
2009	Increasing knee flexion in landing tasks may not reduce the risk of non-contact anterior cruciate ligament injury Published In 7th Australasian Biomechanics Conference
2009	Shoes on trial: Does a safe shoe exist for older people? Published In XXII Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics
2009	Sports bra fitness: an innovative resource for PDHPE Published In Diocesan Advisor Induction & Workshop
2008	Can reductions in bra band pressure increase comfort during exercise in lumpectomy patients? Published In Emed Scientific Meeting 2008
2008	Can the split-step cutting technique reduce loading and maintain performance? Published In Proceedings of the 26th International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports
2008	High plantar pressures and foot pain: are they contributing to falls in older adults? Published In Emed Scientific Meeting 2008
2008	Plantar pressure, physical activity, motor development and obesity: are these moderated by an activity program? Published In Proceedings of the Australian Health and Medical Research Congress 2008
2008	To what extent are bras a barrier to exercise for women living with a breast cancer diagnosis? Published In Sydney Cancer Conference. Research Translation: Innovation to Practice
2008	What is the effect of a physical activity program on foot structure & function in overweight & obese children? Published In Emed Scientific Meeting
2008	What medical conditions are associated with an increased falls risk in community-dwelling older adults? Published In Australian Association of Gerontology Australia (Illawarra division) conference
2007	Biofeedback systems in rehabilitation Published In Biomechanics of the Lower Limb in Health, Disease and Rehabilitation
2007	Correlates of Physical Activity among a Sample of Overweight and Obese Children Published In Australasian Society for the Study of Obesity 15th Annual Scientific Meeting
2007	Effects of fatigue on patellar tendon loading during the landing phases of a stop-jump movement Published In Proceedings of the XXV International Symposium on Biomechanics in Sports
2007	Efficacy of HIKCUPS (Hunter Illawarra Kids Challenge Using Parent Support) in reducing BMI z-score at 1 year: Results of a multi-site randomized trial for overweight 5-9 year olds.
2007	Household shoe wearing habits of older adults: are they associated with falls risk? Published In Proceedings of the VIIIth Footwear Biomechanics Symposium
2007	How do shoe features affect dynamic balance and perceived stability during gait? Published In The 18th Conference of the International Society for Posture and Gait Research
2007	Multi-site randomised trial of a weight management program for overweight and obese children: 6- and 12-mo outcomes from HIKCUPS (Hunter Illawarra Kids Challenge Using Parent Support). Published In Australasian Society for the Study of Obesity 15th Annual Scientific Meeting
2007	Process evaluation of the HIKCUPS study: a multi-site randomised controlled trial for the management of child obesity Published In Australasian Society for the Study of Obesity 15th Annual Scientific Meeting
2007	Should foot pain be used to discriminate multiple fallers from non-fallers? Published In The 18th Conference of the International Society for Posture and Gait Research (ISPGR 2007)
2007	Soft tissue thickness, plantar sensation and foot pain: What is the effect of obesity on the older foot? Published In Proceedings of the VIIIth Footwear Biomechanics Symposium
2007	Split-step versus the side-step: implications for injury prevention and performance Published In British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences Annual Conference
2007	Split-step vs side-step evasive running manoeuvres: Which is more protective of the ACL? Published In Proceedings of the 25th International Symposium on Biomechanics in Sports
2007	The biomechanics of breast bounce Published In The 2007 BASES Annual Conference
2007	The human foot from early child- to adulthood Published In VIIIth Footwear Biomechanics Symposium
2007	What are the effects of a high heel-collar and a tread sole shoe on stopping over dry and slippery surfaces in older people? Published In Proceedings of the VIIIth Footwear Biomechanics Symposium
2007	What foot problems do older people suffer from? Published In 22nd Australasian Podiatry Conference

Other Publications

Year	Title
2011	Exercise and breast support: A guide to understanding breast support during physical activity and how to determine correct bra fit

Investigator On

Year	Title
2015 - 2016	Characterisation of lower leg muscle morphology and function: Implications for medial tibial stress syndrome Awarded by: Australian Podiatry Education and Research Foundation Funding Scheme: Research Grant
2011 - 2014	Controlling lymphoedema in an intelligent fashion Awarded by: National Breast Cancer Foundation Funding Scheme: Concept Award
2012	Improving footwear for underground coalminers Awarded by: Coal Services Health and Safety Trust Funding Scheme: General Grants
2010 - 2012	Building better bras for women living with a diagnosis of breast cancer Awarded by: National Breast Cancer Foundation Funding Scheme: Research Grant
2011	Training of Dietitians Awarded by: HealthWorkforce Australia Funding Scheme: Clinical Training Funding
2010	Do gender differences in cutting technique really exist? Implications for ACL injury prevention. Awarded by: NSW Sporting Injuries Committee Funding Scheme: Research Grant
2007	Carrick Institute Citation Awards for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning Awarded by: Carrick Institute Funding Scheme: Award
2007	Pliance Pressure Distribution System Calibration Device Awarded by: National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Funding Scheme: Equipment Grant
2007	Preventing ankle injuries in sport: How do musculotendinous properties of the calf muscles affect drop landing performance and are these properties moderated by training? Awarded by: NSW Sporting Injuries Committee Funding Scheme: Grant
	ABC9 Under the Escarpment: Uncovering Biomechanics in the Illawarra Awarded by: NSW Department of Trade and Investment Funding Scheme: Research Attraction and Acceleration Program

Impact Story

3D printed fins for surfboards: finding the right flow
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Engagement with media and working with industry

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Our work on 3D printed resulted in a lot of media exposure for research at the University of Wollongong
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Advisees

Graduate Advising Relationship

Degree	Research Title	Advisee
Doctor of Philosophy	Improving footwear for netball players.	Kirk, Maddison
Doctor of Philosophy	The Effect of Postural Constraints on Joint Loading During Drop Landings	Cooper, Jarred
Doctor of Philosophy	Characterisation of lower leg muscle morphology and function: Implications for medial tibial stress syndrome	Mattock, Joshua

Orcid Id

http://orcid.org/0000-0002-2089-406X (pending confirmation)

Research Areas

Research Overview

Over the past 37+ years, my research has focused on developing innovative strategies, based on applied biomechanics, to decrease injury potential and optimise quality of life for individuals across the age spectrum. My original research focused on mechanisms of lower limb injuries during dynamic landings, as well as the effects of obesity, ageing and occupational loading on lower limb structure and function with implications for footwear design. However, my current research interests also include developing wearable technologies to enhance health andbreast health biomechanics. I have been privileged to receive the 2005 NSW Telstra Business Woman of the Year. A current member of the World Council of Biomechanics, I have had the honour of serving on the Executive Council of several national and international professional associations, including being the first Australian President of the International Society of Biomechanics. I was recently appointed a Member (AM) of the Order of Australia (General Division), for significant service to science in the field of biomechanics, to higher education, and to professional associations.

Selected Publications

Journal Article

Year	Title
2020	Are female soldiers satisfied with the fit and function of body armour? Published In Applied Ergonomics
2020	Breast Biomechanics: What Do We Really Know? Published In Physiology
2020	Breast and torso characteristics of female contact football players: implications for the design of sports bras and breast protection Published In Ergonomics
2020	Breast injuries reported by female contact football players based on football code, player position and competition level Published In Science and Medicine in Football
2020	Breast pain affects the performance of elite female athletes Published In Journal of Sports Sciences
2020	Effect of external breast prosthesis mass on bra strap loading and discomfort in women with a unilateral mastectomy Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2020	Effect of shaft stiffness and sole flexibility on perceived comfort and the plantar pressures generated when walking on a simulated underground coal mining surface Published In Applied Ergonomics
2020	Effects of obesity on breast size, thoracic spine structure and function, upper torso musculoskeletal pain and physical activity in women Published In Journal of Sport and Health Science
2020	Experimental evaluation and analytical model of the pressure generated by elastic compression garments on a deformable human limb analogue Published In Medical Engineering and Physics
2020	Physical side-effects following breast reconstructive surgery impact physical activity and function Published In Supportive Care in Cancer
2020	Training for success: Do simulated aerial landings replicate successful aerial landings performed in the ocean? Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2019	Breast pain and sports bra usage reported by Chinese women: Why sports bra education programs are needed in China Published In Fibres and Textiles in Eastern Europe
2019	Does breast size affect how women participate in physical activity? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2019	Effect of work boot shaft stiffness and sole flexibility on lower limb muscle activity and ankle alignment at initial foot-ground contact when walking on simulated coal mining surfaces: Implications for reducing slip risk Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2019	Rescheduling Part 2 of the 11+ reduces injury burden and increases compliance in semi-professional football Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2019	The "forgotten footwear": developing occupational footwear for underground coal miners Published In Footwear Science
2019	The occurrence, causes and perceived performance effects of breast injuries in elite female athletes Published In Journal of Sports Science and Medicine
2018	A protocol to prospectively assess risk factors for medial tibial stress syndrome in distance runners Published In BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation
2018	Are underground coal miners satisfied with their work boots? Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2018	Bra band size measurements derived from three-dimensional scans are not accurate in women with large, ptotic breasts Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2018	Can breast characteristics predict upper torso musculoskeletal pain? Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2018	Effects of age and body mass index on breast characteristics: a cluster analysis Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2018	Effects of wearing gumboots and leather lace-up work boots on plantar loading when walking on a simulated underground coal mine surface Published In Footwear Science
2018	How do we fit underground coal mining work boots? Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2018	The Bionic Bra: Using electromaterials to sense and modify breast support to enhance active living Published In Journal Of Rehabilitation And Assistive Technologies Engineering
2018	The three-dimensional shapes of underground coal miners’ feet do not match the internal dimensions of their work boots Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2018	Understanding successful and unsuccessful landings of aerial maneuver variations in professional surfing Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2018	Upper torso pain and musculoskeletal structure and function in women with and without large breasts: A cross sectional study Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2018	Which Bra Components Contribute to Incorrect Bra Fit in Women Across a Range of Breast Sizes? Published In Clothing and Textiles Research Journal
2017	Additive Manufacturing, Modeling and Performance Evaluation of 3D Printed Fins for Surfboards Published In MRS Advances
2017	Asymptomatic players with a patellar tendon abnormality do not adapt their landing mechanics when fatigued Published In Journal of Sports Sciences
2017	Breast volume is affected by body mass index but not age Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2017	Effect of work boot type on work footwear habits, lower limb pain and perceptions of work boot fit and comfort in underground coal miners Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2017	Higher anterior knee laxity influences the landing biomechanics displayed by pubescent girls Published In Journal of Sports Sciences
2017	How do we fit underground coal mining work boots? Published In Footwear Science
2017	Scoring Analysis of Manoeuvres Performed in Elite Male Professional Surfing Competitions Published In International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance
2017	Surfing the 3D printing wave: the changing face of surfboard fin production Published In The Conversation
2017	Three-dimensional scanning in women with large, ptotic breasts: implications for bra cup sizing and design Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2017	Work boot design affects the way workers walk: A systematic review of the literature Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2016	Does participation in a physical activity program impact upon the feet of overweight and obese children? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2016	Effect of aging on breast skin thickness and elasticity: Implications for breast support Published In Skin Research and Technology
2016	Effect of sports bra type and gait speed on breast discomfort, bra discomfort and perceived breast movement in Chinese women Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2016	Efficacy of a progressive resistance exercise program to increase toe flexor strength in older people Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2016	How young girls change their landing technique throughout the adolescent growth spurt Published In American Journal of Sports Medicine
2015	Bra strap orientations and designs to minimise bra strap discomfort and pressure during sport and exercise in women with large breasts Published In Sports Medicine
2015	Development and evaluation of a simple, multifactorial model based on landing performance to indicate injury risk in surfing athletes Published In International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance
2015	Effect of underground coal mining work boot preference on boot satisfaction and discomfort Published In Footwear Science
2015	Effects of wearing gumboots and leather lace-up boots on lower limb muscle activity when walking on simulated underground coal mine surfaces Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2015	Lower activity levels are related to higher plantar pressures in overweight children Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2015	Obese older adults suffer foot pain and foot-related functional limitation Published In Gait and Posture
2015	Previously identified patellar tendinopathy risk factors differ between elite and sub-elite volleyball players Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2015	Variations in jump height explain the between-sex difference in patellar tendon loading during landing Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2014	Alterations to landing technique and patellar tendon loading in response to fatigue Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2014	Can technique modification training reduce knee moments in a landing task? Published In Journal of Applied Biomechanics
2014	Evidence-based guidelines for breast support during physical activity for women with large breasts Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2014	Evidence-based recommendations for building better bras for women treated for breast cancer Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2014	Exercise bra discomfort is associated with insufficient exercise levels among Australian women treated for breast cancer Published In Supportive Care in Cancer
2014	Perceived exercise barriers explain exercise participation in Australian women treated for breast cancer better than perceived exercise benefits Published In Physical Therapy
2014	Perceived exercise barriers explain exercise participation in Australian women treated for breast cancer better than perceived exercise benefits Published In Physical Therapy
2014	Sex differences in neuromuscular recruitment are not related to patellar tendon load Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2013	Bra-breast forces generated in women with large breasts while standing and during treadmill running: implications for sports bra design Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2013	Effects of age on strength of the toe flexor muscles Published In Footwear Science
2013	Effects of strap cushions and strap orientation on comfort and sports bra performance Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2013	Insufficient hamstring strength compromises landing technique in adolescent girls Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2013	Musculoskeletal and estrogen changes during the adolescent growth spurt in girls Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2013	Passive dorsiflexion stiffness is poorly correlated with passive dorsiflexion range of motion Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2013	Polypyrrole stretchable actuators Published In Journal of Polymer Science Part B: Polymer Physics
2013	Predicting the patellar tendon force generated when landing from a jump Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2013	Reliability of ultrasound to measure morphology of the toe flexor muscles Published In Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
2013	Self-reported side effects of breast cancer treatment: a cross-sectional study of incidence, associations, and the influence of exercise Published In Cancer Causes and Control
2012	Characterizing patellar tendon loading during the landing phases of a stop-jump task Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2012	Does higher anterior knee joint laxity alter landing biomechanics in pubescent girls? Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2012	Does load position affect gait and subjective responses of females during load carriage? Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2012	Effects of a physical activity program on plantar pressures in overweight and obese children: RCT findings at 12 months follow-up Published In Obesity Research and Clinical Practice
2012	Effects of passive ankle dorsiflexion stiffness on ankle mechanics during drop landings Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2012	Effects of prolonged load carriage on ground reaction forces, lower limb kinematics and spatio-temporal parameters in female recreational hikers Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2012	Features of sports bras that deter their use by Australian women Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2012	Lower limb movement symmetry cannot be assumed when investigating the stop-jump landing Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2012	Proficiency deficiency: mastery of fundamental movement skills and skill components in overweight and obese children Published In Obesity
2012	Reliability of ultrasound to measure morphology of the toe flexor muscles Published In Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
2012	Risk of musculoskeletal injury among cleaners during vacuuming Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2012	Whole body kinematics and knee moments that occur during an overhead catch and landing task in sport Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2012	Why do girls sustain more anterior cruciate ligament injuries than boys? A review of the changes in oestrogen and musculoskeletal structure and function during puberty Published In SA Sports Medicine
2011	Are the feet of obese children fat or flat? Revisiting the debate Published In International Journal of Obesity
2011	Backpack load affects lower limb muscle activity patterns of female hikers during prolonged load carriage Published In Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2011	Benefits and barriers to exercise for women living with a breast cancer diagnosis Published In European Journal of Cancer
2011	Breast volume and bra size Published In International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology
2011	Can flexible shoes improve function in the older foot? Published In Footwear Science
2011	Cross-sectional analysis of foot function, functional ability, and health-related quality of life in older people with disabling foot pain Published In Arthritis Care and Research
2011	Dorsiflexion capacity affects achilles tendon loading during drop landings Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2011	Effect of load mass on posture, heart rate and subjective responses of recreational female hikers to prolonged load carriage Published In Applied Ergonomics: human factors in technology and society
2011	Foot structure in obese children: Implications for footwear design Published In Obesity Research and Clinical Practice
2011	Gait, balance and plantar pressures in older people with toe deformities Published In Gait and Posture
2011	Gender and age affect balance performance in primary school-aged children Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2011	Is foot pain influenced by shoe-wearing habits in older people? Published In Footwear Science
2011	Medial midfoot fat pad thickness and plantar pressures: are these related in children? Published In Pediatric Obesity
2011	Movement skills and physical activity in obese children: randomized controlled trial Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2011	Parent diet modification, child activity, or both in obese children: An RCT Published In Pediatrics
2011	Relationship between plantar pressures, physical activity and sedentariness among preschool children Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2011	Soft tissue thickness under the metatarsal heads is reduced in older people with toe deformities Published In Journal of Orthopaedic Research
2011	Step time variability and pelvis acceleration patterns in younger and older adults: effects of footwear and surface conditions Published In Research in Sports Medicine
2010	Breast elevation and compression decrease exercise-induced breast discomfort Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2010	Different measures of plantar-flexor flexibility and their effects on landing technique: implications for injury Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2010	Does a drop landing represent a whole skill landing and is this moderated by fatigue? Published In Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports
2010	Education improves bra knowledge and fit, and level of breast support in adolescent female athletes: a cluster-randomised trial Published In Journal of Physiotherapy
2010	Effects of high and low breast support on breast kinematics and kinetics during treadmill running Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2010	Foot pain, plantar pressures, and falls in older people: a prospective study Published In Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
2010	Foot shape of older people: implications for shoe design Published In Footwear Science
2010	Hamstring antagonist torque generated in vivo following ACL rupture and ACL reconstruction Published In Knee
2010	Is bra discomfort a barrier to exercise for breast cancer patients? Published In Supportive Care in Cancer
2010	Landing strategies of athletes with an asymptomatic patellar tendon abnormality Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2010	Multi-site randomized controlled trial of a child-centered physical activity program, a parent-centered dietary-modification program, or both in overweight children: The HIKCUPS study Published In Journal of Pediatrics
2010	Optimising breast support in female patients through correct bra fit. A cross-sectional study Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2010	The impact of child and adolescent obesity treatment interventions on physical activity: a systematic review Published In Obesity Reviews
2009	Adherence to physical activity and electronic media guidelines in Australian pre-school children Published In Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
2009	Can Grandma wear Grandpa's shoes? Published In Footwear Science
2009	Changing sidestep cutting technique reduces knee valgus loading Published In American Journal of Sports Medicine
2009	Do Rotasole® shoes reduce knee joint loading? Published In Footwear Science
2009	Does foot pitch at ground contact affect parachute landing technique? Published In Military Medicine: international journal of AMSUS
2009	Does lower limb neuromuscular control differ during side-step and split-step cutting manoeuvres? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2009	Effect of overweight on foot, knee and back pain Published In Footwear Science
2009	Effects of simulated viewpoint jitter on visually induced postural sway Published In Perception
2009	Effects of walking surfaces and footwear on temporo-spatial gait parameters in young and older people Published In Gait and Posture
2009	ISB Clinical Biomechanics Award 2009: Toe weakness and deformity increase the risk of falls in older people Published In Clinical Biomechanics
2009	Rapid gait termination: effects of age, walking surfaces and footwear characteristics Published In Gait and Posture
2009	Sports bras: what should we teach our patients? Published In Australian Journal of Physiotherapy
2009	Successful feed-forward strategies following ACL injury and reconstruction Published In Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology
2008	Do athletes with and without asymptomatic patellar tendon ultrasonographic abnormality differ in their muscle recruitment strategies during landing? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2008	Do the feet of German and Australian children differ in structure? Implications for children's shoe design Published In Ergonomics: an international journal of research and practice in human factors and ergonomics
2008	Dynamic restraint capacity of the hamstring muscles has important functional implications after anterior cruciate ligament injury and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction Published In Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
2008	Effects of footwear features on balance and stepping in older people Published In Gerontology: international journal of experimental, clinical, behavioral, regenerative and technical gerontology
2008	Effects of shoe characteristics on dynamic stability when walking on even and uneven surfaces in young and older people Published In Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
2008	Female adolescent breast support during physical activity: can an educational intervention improve behaviour? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2008	How are the muscle activation patterns during dynamic landing movements affected by growth and development? Implications for lower limb injuries Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2008	Is the foot structure of preschool children moderated by gender? Published In Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics
2008	Isokinetic dynamometry in anterior cruciate ligament injury and reconstruction Published In Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
2008	Optimizing footwear for older people at risk of falls Published In Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development
2008	The intelligent knee sleeve: a wearable biofeedback device Published In Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical: international journal devoted to research and development of physical and chemical transducers
2008	What are the breast support choices of Australian women during physical activity? Published In British Journal of Sports Medicine
2007	Are hamstring antagonist moments important determinants of knee functionality following ACL rupture and reconstruction? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Can fabric sensors monitor breast motion? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	Compliance with physical activity and television viewing guidelines among preschool children and relationships with overweight in two urban cities on the east coast of Australia Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Do athletes with and without asymptomatic patellar tendon ultrasonographic abnormality differ in their landing technique? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Does deep water running reduce exercise induced breast discomfort? Published In British Journal of Sports Medicine
2007	Does shoe sole hardness affect pelvis and head acceleration patterns during walking in older people? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	Feasibility of SHARK: a physical activity skill-development program for overweight and obese children Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Feasibility of SHARK: a pilot physical activity program for overweight and obese children Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Gait characteristics in older adults: are they associated with falls risk? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	Heel versus toe: does foot pitch affect parachute landing technique? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	Is inactivity associated with increased falls risk in older adults? Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Jumping to conclusions about the biomechanics of lower limb landing injuries: What do we really know? Published In Journal of Sports Sciences
2007	Landing without injury: has biomechanics been beneficial? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	Parachute landing fall characteristics at three realistic vertical descent velocities Published In Aviation, Space, and Environmental Medicine
2007	Randomised controlled trials in overweight children: practicalities and realities Published In Pediatric Obesity
2007	Relationships between objectively measured physical activity, movement competency and psychosocial outcomes in overweight and obese children Published In Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
2007	Split-step versus side-step: what is the difference in lower limb loads? Published In Journal of Biomechanics
2007	The HIKCUPS trial: a multi-site randomized controlled trial of a combined physical activity skill-development and dietary modification program in overweight and obese children Published In BMC Public Health
2007	The effect of technique change on knee loads during sidestep cutting Published In Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
2007	The use of ultrasound imaging to measure midfoot plantar fat pad thickness in children Published In Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy

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2008	Sports Bra Fitness Publisher Australia

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2007	The role of biofeedback in preventing non-contact ACL injuries Published In Understanding and Preventing Non-Contact ACL Injuries

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2018	Physical function following breast reconstructive surgery: are musculoskeletal side-effects a problem? Published In Melbourne International Joint Breast Congress
2010	Biomechanics of better bras Published In 3rd International Symposium of Intimate Apparel
2010	Falls in older people: are shoes a culprit or an innocent bystander? Published In 6th World Congress of Biomechanics (WCB 2010), 1-6 August, Singapore
2010	Fat flat feet: how does obesity affect our feet? Published In The Australian Podiatry Association (Vic) State Conference: "What the.....Foot?, Melbourne 2010
2010	Functional dorsiflexion range of motion affects ankle joint mechanics in single limb landings: implications for overuse injuries Published In 6th World Congress of Biomechanics (WCB 2010), 1-6 August, Singapore
2010	Functional footwear for flat, fat and frail feet Published In Taiwanese Society of Biomechanics & Taiwanese Society of Biomechanics in Sports Conference
2010	Functional footwear for frail feet: a forgotten market? Published In Proceedings 2010 International Conference of Korean Society of Sport Biomechanics, Busan International Smart Shoe, Parts Fair & AFBG Joint Conference
2010	High plantar-flexor passive stiffness increases achilles tendon loading during landings Published In 34th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Rhode Island, USA 2010
2010	Soft tissue thickness under the metatarsals: is it reduced in those with toe deformities? Published In 2nd Congress of the International Foot and Ankle Biomechanics Community, Washington
2010	Sports bra fitness: what should women know? Published In 2010 World Conference on Women and Sport
2010	Textile-based wearable devices for monitoring motion in sport Published In 6th World Congress of Biomechanics
2009	Adolescent breast support during physical activity: improvement through education Published In 2009 SMA NSW Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport
2009	Are toe weakness and deformity associated with falls in older people Published In XXIInd Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics
2009	Beneath the uniform: breast support for female army recruits Published In Defence Human Sciences Symposium (DHSS)
2009	Can lower limb symmetry during the landing phase of a stop-jump be assumed? Published In XXII Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics
2009	Do musculoskeletal and hormonal changes during puberty affect lower limb coordination in girls? A work in progress Published In 7th Australasian Biomechanics Conference
2009	Fat flat frail feet: how does obesity affect the older foot Published In XXII Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics
2009	Fatigue does not change the lower limb landing strategies utilized by asymptomatic athletes with patellar tendon ultrasonographic abnormality Published In 7th Australasian Biomechanics Conference
2009	Increasing knee flexion in landing tasks may not reduce the risk of non-contact anterior cruciate ligament injury Published In 7th Australasian Biomechanics Conference
2009	Shoes on trial: Does a safe shoe exist for older people? Published In XXII Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics
2009	Sports bra fitness: an innovative resource for PDHPE Published In Diocesan Advisor Induction & Workshop
2008	Can reductions in bra band pressure increase comfort during exercise in lumpectomy patients? Published In Emed Scientific Meeting 2008
2008	Can the split-step cutting technique reduce loading and maintain performance? Published In Proceedings of the 26th International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports
2008	High plantar pressures and foot pain: are they contributing to falls in older adults? Published In Emed Scientific Meeting 2008
2008	Plantar pressure, physical activity, motor development and obesity: are these moderated by an activity program? Published In Proceedings of the Australian Health and Medical Research Congress 2008
2008	To what extent are bras a barrier to exercise for women living with a breast cancer diagnosis? Published In Sydney Cancer Conference. Research Translation: Innovation to Practice
2008	What is the effect of a physical activity program on foot structure & function in overweight & obese children? Published In Emed Scientific Meeting
2008	What medical conditions are associated with an increased falls risk in community-dwelling older adults? Published In Australian Association of Gerontology Australia (Illawarra division) conference
2007	Biofeedback systems in rehabilitation Published In Biomechanics of the Lower Limb in Health, Disease and Rehabilitation
2007	Correlates of Physical Activity among a Sample of Overweight and Obese Children Published In Australasian Society for the Study of Obesity 15th Annual Scientific Meeting
2007	Effects of fatigue on patellar tendon loading during the landing phases of a stop-jump movement Published In Proceedings of the XXV International Symposium on Biomechanics in Sports
2007	Efficacy of HIKCUPS (Hunter Illawarra Kids Challenge Using Parent Support) in reducing BMI z-score at 1 year: Results of a multi-site randomized trial for overweight 5-9 year olds.
2007	Household shoe wearing habits of older adults: are they associated with falls risk? Published In Proceedings of the VIIIth Footwear Biomechanics Symposium
2007	How do shoe features affect dynamic balance and perceived stability during gait? Published In The 18th Conference of the International Society for Posture and Gait Research
2007	Multi-site randomised trial of a weight management program for overweight and obese children: 6- and 12-mo outcomes from HIKCUPS (Hunter Illawarra Kids Challenge Using Parent Support). Published In Australasian Society for the Study of Obesity 15th Annual Scientific Meeting
2007	Process evaluation of the HIKCUPS study: a multi-site randomised controlled trial for the management of child obesity Published In Australasian Society for the Study of Obesity 15th Annual Scientific Meeting
2007	Should foot pain be used to discriminate multiple fallers from non-fallers? Published In The 18th Conference of the International Society for Posture and Gait Research (ISPGR 2007)
2007	Soft tissue thickness, plantar sensation and foot pain: What is the effect of obesity on the older foot? Published In Proceedings of the VIIIth Footwear Biomechanics Symposium
2007	Split-step versus the side-step: implications for injury prevention and performance Published In British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences Annual Conference
2007	Split-step vs side-step evasive running manoeuvres: Which is more protective of the ACL? Published In Proceedings of the 25th International Symposium on Biomechanics in Sports
2007	The biomechanics of breast bounce Published In The 2007 BASES Annual Conference
2007	The human foot from early child- to adulthood Published In VIIIth Footwear Biomechanics Symposium
2007	What are the effects of a high heel-collar and a tread sole shoe on stopping over dry and slippery surfaces in older people? Published In Proceedings of the VIIIth Footwear Biomechanics Symposium
2007	What foot problems do older people suffer from? Published In 22nd Australasian Podiatry Conference

Other Publications

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2011	Exercise and breast support: A guide to understanding breast support during physical activity and how to determine correct bra fit

Investigator On

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2015 - 2016	Characterisation of lower leg muscle morphology and function: Implications for medial tibial stress syndrome Awarded by: Australian Podiatry Education and Research Foundation Funding Scheme: Research Grant
2011 - 2014	Controlling lymphoedema in an intelligent fashion Awarded by: National Breast Cancer Foundation Funding Scheme: Concept Award
2012	Improving footwear for underground coalminers Awarded by: Coal Services Health and Safety Trust Funding Scheme: General Grants
2010 - 2012	Building better bras for women living with a diagnosis of breast cancer Awarded by: National Breast Cancer Foundation Funding Scheme: Research Grant
2011	Training of Dietitians Awarded by: HealthWorkforce Australia Funding Scheme: Clinical Training Funding
2010	Do gender differences in cutting technique really exist? Implications for ACL injury prevention. Awarded by: NSW Sporting Injuries Committee Funding Scheme: Research Grant
2007	Carrick Institute Citation Awards for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning Awarded by: Carrick Institute Funding Scheme: Award
2007	Pliance Pressure Distribution System Calibration Device Awarded by: National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Funding Scheme: Equipment Grant
2007	Preventing ankle injuries in sport: How do musculotendinous properties of the calf muscles affect drop landing performance and are these properties moderated by training? Awarded by: NSW Sporting Injuries Committee Funding Scheme: Grant
	ABC9 Under the Escarpment: Uncovering Biomechanics in the Illawarra Awarded by: NSW Department of Trade and Investment Funding Scheme: Research Attraction and Acceleration Program

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3D printed fins for surfboards: finding the right flow
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Doctor of Philosophy	Improving footwear for netball players.	Kirk, Maddison
Doctor of Philosophy	The Effect of Postural Constraints on Joint Loading During Drop Landings	Cooper, Jarred
Doctor of Philosophy	Characterisation of lower leg muscle morphology and function: Implications for medial tibial stress syndrome	Mattock, Joshua

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