Monash University Physiotherapy

11/07/2025

Want to learn more about conducting research in the clinical setting?

Introduction to clinical research for healthcare professionals: Monash Physiotherapy Short Courses

The Department of Physiotherapy at Monash University are offering a new introductory level research course designed specifically for clinician healthcare professionals. This course will introduce participants to a range of essential research concepts underpinning the development of clinical research projects.

The full-day face-to-face workshop will involve a combination of theoretical and practical tasks supported by online resources and clinical case studies spanning a range of research methodologies and clinical practice settings. The workshop aims to support individuals to develop their own project idea(s) into future research proposals, however is designed to cater for people both with and without prior research experience.

Date: 18 September 2025

Find out more:

Enhancing skills in paediatric physiotherapy (introductory course) and Advanced skills in paediatric physiotherapy This course is suitable for physiotherapists who have recently graduated or those taking on a paediatric caseload after a period away from this area of practice

15/05/2025

Empower your practice with the latest balance-focused exercise prescription and help older people optimise balance, mobility and independence.

Save the Date: 7–8 August 2025
Exercise to Optimise Balance, Mobility & Fall Outcomes for Older People

Are you a clinician, allied health or fitness professional prescribing exercise to older adults? Join us at Monash University’s Peninsula Campus for a practical, evidence-based short course that will:
• Explore the mechanisms of balance control and the problem of falls
• Apply balance-specific exercise intensity measurement skills
• Learn about reactive balance and floor-to-stand training techniques
• Explore strategies to engage and retain participants in fall-prevention programmes

Who should attend?
Fitness educators, allied health, medical and nursing staff, health-promotion practitioners, researchers and academics.

Course details:
📍 Peninsula Campus, Monash University (Frankston)
⏰ 9.00 am–4.30 pm AEST (registration from 8.30 am)
💷 Standard fee: 1 day $726 / 2 days $1,452 (incl. GST)
👩‍⚕️ Accredited for 2 PDP points (Physical Activity Australia) and 6 CEC points (AUSactive)
🔒 Registration closes Monday, 21 July 2025 (or when quota is reached)

Secure your place today register here 👉 https://shop.monash.edu/exercise-to-optimise-balance-mobility-and-fall-outcomes-for-older-people-short-course-aug-2025.html

For enquiries:
📞 +61 3 9904 4557
✉️ spahc.rail@monash.edu

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27/02/2025

As a Health Professional, what do you know about concussion?

A nationwide survey led by Monash University researchers aims to better understand health professionals' knowledge and approaches to managing concussions and moderate/severe traumatic brain injuries.

Complete survey here:
https://redcap.helix.monash.edu/surveys/?s=CCW3XYPPCMPHLKNM

20/02/2025

Registrations closing soon for the Paediatric Physiotherapy – Chronic & Complex from Monash University. Course starts 3rd of March.

https://shop.monash.edu/advancing-skills-in-paediatric-physiotherapy-chronic-complex-2025.html

Boost your clinical skills with our comprehensive course! By the end, you’ll be able to:

• Identify key features of common neuromuscular disorders
• Assess, manage, and prescribe exercise for conditions like DMD and CMT
• Navigate the complexities of paediatric acquired brain injury, including social, emotional, and recovery factors
• Understand the multidisciplinary approach needed for managing neuromuscular weakness, ABI, and multi-trauma
• Master burn care—from acute management to long-term outcomes
• Differentiate between chronic fatigue, conversion disorders, fibromyalgia, and rheumatologic conditions and appreciate the role of physiotherapy in team-based care

Ready to elevate your practice? Join us and transform your approach to patient care!

For more details: https://www.monash.edu/medicine/spahc/physio/short-courses/

19/09/2024

https://shop.monash.edu/introduction-to-clinical-research-for-healthcare-professionals-november-24.html

Want to learn more about conducting research in the clinical setting?

A/Prof. Christian Osadnik and Dr. Melanie Farlie are offering a new introductory level research course designed specifically for clinician healthcare professionals. This course will introduce participants to a range of essential research concepts underpinning the development of clinical research projects.

On the 13th of November is a full-day face-to-face workshop which aims to support individuals to develop their own project idea(s) into future research proposals, however is designed to cater for people both with and without prior research experience.

What to expect:
This workshop will cover the following topics themed around four session blocks:

1. Research ethics and question design:
Ethical principles
Defining answerable research questions
Searching medical databases

2. Critical appraisal and evidence synthesis:
Quality improvement and clinical audit
Bias and spin
Evidence synthesis (e.g. systematic reviews)

3. Study design and data collection:
Qualitative and quantitative study designs
Outcome measurement (e.g. validity, reliability, responsiveness)
Survey design and implementation

4. Data analysis and application:
Common statistical approaches
Data visualisation and analysis
Developing a research proposal

Find out more: https://shop.monash.edu/introduction-to-clinical-research-for-healthcare-professionals-november-24.html

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13/03/2024

Are you a clinical placement educator that supervises culturally and linguistically diverse physiotherapy students?

If so, we want to hear from you in this 10min survey!
https://monash.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_do4zKB9J0i6uMbY

12/03/2024

Introduction to clinical research for healthcare professionals

2024 Monash University Workshop now open for registrations.

Monash University is once again running their popular workshop entitled 'Introduction to clinical research for healthcare professionals'. This is designed specifically for clinicians in order to bridge the gap between clinical practice and research, and strengthen collaborative partnerships between the healthcare services and Monash University.

The workshop will take place at Monash University Peninsula Campus (Frankston) on Friday March 22nd, 2024 via face-to-face format from 9:00am - 5:00pm AEDST. The workshop has been developed and will be delivered by co-convenors A/Prof. Christian Osadnik and Dr. Melanie Farlie from Monash University Department of Physiotherapy, who combine over 40 years clinical and research experience. Full details regarding the program can be found in the attachment or via the registration link here: https://shop.monash.edu/introduction-to-clinical-research-for-healthcare-professionals-march-24.html

This workshop is suited to any healthcare professionals who have an interest in clinical research or a responsibility to undertake quality improvement activities. No prior experience is necessary. Please note, this workshop does not focus on clinical drug trials or offer 'Good Clinical Practice' certification. We would like to encourage you to share this information with your multidisciplinary healthcare colleagues (e.g. other heads of department and internal staff) and consider printing the flyer for display on any appropriate notice boards.

Finally, in order to maintain COVID-safe practices, registrations will be capped to the first 30 with masks provided if desired.

We look forward to welcoming you to our Peninsula campus in March!

21/11/2023

The recruitment period is closing in this week. If you have endometriosis with pelvic pain and live in the Melbourne area you could qualify to participate. The study includes eight sessions of pelvic floor exercises and mindfulness (once per week). Complete the survey via the link below or contact shaza.kadah@monash.edu

https://monash.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bKiOEwLaPeR5W0S?Q_CHL=qr

See flyer for more detail.

20/10/2023

https://monash.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bKiOEwLaPeR5W0S?Q_CHL=qr

29/08/2023

One week to go!! We are looking for 10 more Australian health professionals who prescribe balance exercises for kids. Help validate an objective tool to measure the intensity of balance exercises performed by kids in a short one off survey https://t.co/NQ3bs4XQpu

11/08/2023

Exercise to optimise balance, mobility and fall outcomes for older people: Short course (25th September)

Engaging and sustaining older people’s participation in falls prevention exercise programs is challenging for health and fitness professionals.

This course has been developed by leading falls prevention researchers and health professionals to address these challenges. It will provide participants with practical tools and evidence-based information on effective falls prevention exercise programs and public health messages.

Exercise to optimise balance, mobility and fall outcomes for older people short course

26/07/2023

Are you an 🇦🇺 registered health professional who routinely prescribes balance exercises for kids?

We need help. Clarissa’s student project is seeking to understand how a balance scale might apply to kids.

Email: cadi0003@student.monash.edu with your name/profession info.