I am a lecturer in Clinical Biomechanics here at Liverpool Hope University. I completed my BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science at Sheffield Hallam University, followed by MSc Sport and Clinical Biomechanics at Liverpool John Moores University. I then went on to complete my PhD at Liverpool John Moores University which focused on developing gait modification interventions to improve mobility in those with movement disorders, in particular a rare disease called Alkaptonuria (“Black bone disease”). During my PhD I was also the gait analyst for the National Alkaptonuria Centre, a specialist NHS service, where I carried out annual gait analyses for Alkaptonuria patients which helped the clinicians further understand the progression of this rare disease.

I am a member of the Clinical Movement Analysis Society (CMAS) where I am currently the audit coordinator for the standards committee, the society aims to develop and monitor operational standards and training, and advance scientific knowledge in the fields of clinical motion analysis. My research interests continue to include using novel movement analysis techniques to monitor, understand and improve gait and mobility in those with movement disorders. Some examples include exploring ways to reduce the loading within the joints in arthritis, monitoring the effects of childhood obesity on the joint structures and movement patterns, and evaluating the effectiveness of rehabilitation protocols on chest wall movement and respiratory muscle function in those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).