We are committed to supporting innovation through research. The UBC Sport and Exercise Medicine Clinic is happy to share any research which is actively recruiting participants in the fields of physiotherapy, Sports Medicine, kinesiology, orthopedics and other related disciplines.
If you’d like to share a research project on our page please contact sem.clinc@ubc.ca.
Achilles Tendinopathy Study
About the Study
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a take-home exercise program for rehabilitating Achilles tendinopathy. Participants may see improvement of their Achilles tendinopathy symptoms resulting from the exercise program.
For additional questions, please email Dr. Charlie Waugh or review the study details here.
Diaphragm Fatigue Study
About the Study
This study looks at the sex-based physiological differences in diaphragm fatigue. It specifically evaluates the differences in high frequency and low frequency fatigue using phrenic nerve stimulation.
For additional questions and to participate in this study, please email Chloe Mathews.
Inspiratory Muscle Training Study
About the Study
This study seeks to understand the effect of inspiratory muscle training on different variables of the respiratory system. Specifically, quantifying the blood pressure change and activation of the diaphragm during high respiratory work. Recruiting healthy females and males between the ages of 20-40 and 60-80 years old.
For additional questions and to participate in this study, please email Viviana Shiffman.
