Musculoskeletal health and physical activity
The research centre conducts applied research and adds to the knowledge base of UCN's study programme in physiotherapy. The research centre comprises three research programmes:
- Musculoskeletal health
- Lifestyle-related diseases and physical activity
- Neurology and trauma
The research centre is engaged in national as well as international collaborative research activities, partnering with regions, municipalities, private healthcare providers, universities and university colleges as well as clinical research environments. In collaboration with practice and with a high degree of student involvement.
The department of physiotherapy at UCN possesses a 400-square-metre movement and test lab that allows the conduct of analyses and examinations in biomechanics, movement and activity analysis, cardiovascular and physiological testing, using non-invasive sensor technologies for monitoring vital parameters in tissues and much more.
The research centre is currently engaged in more than 30 research projects.
MORE STEPS AFTER ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY
Focused, Intensive Repeated Stepping Training (FIRST) contributes to improved walking function in individuals with brain injury. In this project, we are studying the implementation of FIRST in Denmark. The project is performed in collaboration between UCN's physiotherapy study programme, Hammel Neurocenter research department, Neuro Unit North Brønderslev, and the Municipalities of Aalborg, Jammerbugt and Thisted.
MELLEMOS
Training communities can be a powerful driving force in young adults’ personal recovery processes. Through the MellemOs project, we are developing new ways to create connections between psychiatric treatment services and community-based networks. The aim is to develop, implement, and evaluate a collaborative model that enables young people with mental health challenges to participate in inclusive training communities – thereby strengthening both physical and mental well-being. The project is carried out in collaboration with Psykiatriens Hus, the Center for Co-Creation and Recovery, DGI North Jutland, and the research unit CARMEN.
MOVE ON
The project aims to promote specialized knowledge of movement analysis as a central component in clients’ rehabilitation processes. In addition, the project seeks to strengthen the digital readiness of future professionals in relation to the use of online technologies and AI-based tools within rehabilitation. This ERASMUS+ project is carried out in collaboration with Helsinki University of Applied Sciences, the University of Iceland, and the University of Malta.
FRAILTY IN ELDERLY AMBULANCE PATIENTS
The ageing population is associated with an increasing demand for ambulances. Many old patients are frail and at greater risk in case of acute illness. Knowledge of frailty status is essential and can optimize care plans for old patients. This PhD project investigates frailty assessment in the prehospital setting. The project is conducted in collaboration between the Physiotherapy Education at UCN, the Center for Prehospital and Emergency Research at Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg University, and the University of Bergen in Norway.