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Our department has a broad range of researchers with diverse expertise. In addition to our main research areas, our researchers are investigating:

  • Biomechanics
  • Community/living participation  
  • Developmental disabilities
  • Healthcare delivery
  • Rehabilitation across the lifespan
  • ...and many more!

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Recent research awards and publications

Three researchers receive 2025 Stolov Awards for innovative rehabilitation medicine projects

Congratulations to Drs Jason Silver, Kristen O'Loughlin, and Christine Chilaka on receiving 2025 Stolov awards.
A person with lower-limb prosthetic going for a run.

The effects of microprocessor prosthetic knee use in patients with above the knee amputation

Patients showed significantly higher mobility, balance confidence, and return to normal living scores than while using non-microprocessor knees.
A man with lower limb prosthesis walking in a building.

Identifying fallers from non fallers who use lower-limb prosthetic limbs

Results showed that gait asymmetry was not a significant indicator of fall risk.
A man walking in a field

Medical comorbidity in adults newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis

The study also identified demographic associations, including links between older age and hypertension and between race and heart condition.
Donald Fogelberg, PhD, OTR/L

Fogelberg receives AOTF Leadership Service Commendation

Fogelberg is the 2025 recipient of the AOTF Leadership Service Commendation.

New research on personalized treatment for chronic back pain

The study has shed new light on how genetic makeup could contribute to this common debilitating health concern.
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