The Canadian MSK Rehabilitation Research Network is an inclusive national network comprised of over 150 researchers, 110 trainees and 20 partner groups across Canada.
Launched in 2016 through a CIHR-IMHA Network Catalyst Grant, the MSK Rehab Research Network brought together researchers, collaborators and partner groups to mitigate the MSK burden in Canada.
Thanks to further investment from CIHR-IMHA in 2019 we have secured funding to extend our operations through 2026. We continue to create innovative funding and learning opportunities for trainees and research platforms that allow us to share clinical and biomechanical data nationally.
We are leveraging new wearable and web technologies to create novel, accessible rehab applications and test their effectiveness to achieve pain-free mobility and work participation.
Current Members
View our full membership list hosted on iMemo:
Become a Member
We are always accepting new membership applications and we encourage you to join! Membership is open to researchers, collaborators, partners, and anyone with an interest in MSK rehab research.
Download the application form below and submit to rehabnet@uwo.ca
Participate in Research
The MSK Rehab Research Network strongly believes that patients must be at the front and centre of health research. Each patient perspective is entirely unique and of value, and adds relevance to the work of the Network.
The Network is always seeking patient representatives to join and contribute in any way that they feel comfortable with. If you are interested in getting involved, please download and complete the profile form below to learn more and let us know how you would like to contribute.
Executive Team
Nominated Principal Investigator: Dr. Joy MacDermid
Co-Principal Investigators: Dr. Trevor Birmingham (Western), Dr. Laurent Bouyer (Laval), Dr. Deborah Marshall (Calgary), Dr. Rebecca Moyer (Dalhousie), Dr. Janet Ronsky (Calgary), Dr. Jean-Sebastien Roy (Laval), Dr. Aliki Thomas (McGill)
Principal Knowledge User: Catherine Hofstetter
Network Coordinator: Sierra Crocker
Primary Institution: Western University, School of Physical Therapy
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