Osteopathic Research
The BCNO Group's Research Department is dedicated to providing the best possible support for undergraduate and institutional research activity.
Our Research
The BCNO Group's strong research profile helps inform teaching and learning throughout the curriculum. Evidence-based medicine is increasingly required to demonstrate the clinical effectiveness and impact of treatments.
Peer reviewed publications:
Discover our most recent publications, with links to abstracts where available.
Historical publications are available upon request. If you would like more information, please contact research@bcnogroup.ac.uk.
Usual light touch Osteopathic treatment versus simple light touch without intent in the reduction of infantile colic crying time: A randomised controlled trial. Carnes, D., Bright, P., Brownhill, K., Carroll, K., Engel, R., Grace, S., & Vaucher, P. International journal of osteopathic medicine, (2024). 100710. Full text available here.
The effects of supported employment interventions in populations of people with conditions other than severe mental health: a systematic review. Probyn K., Engedahl M.S., Rajendran D., Pincus T., Naeem K., Mistry D., Underwood M., Froud R. Primary Health Care Research & Development, Volume 22 , 2021 , e79. Full text available here.
Opposing Vaccine Hesitancy During the Covid-19 Pandemic – A Critical Commentary and United Statement of an International Osteopathic Research Community. Thomson, O., MacMillan, A., Draper-Rodi, J., Vaucher, P., Ménard, M., Vaughan, B., Morin, C., Alvarez, G., Sampath, K., Cerritelli, F., Shaw, R., Cymet, T., Bright, P., Hohenschurz-Schmidt, D., Vogel, S., International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, Volume 39, PA1-A6, March 01, 2021. Full text available here.
A pilot study of jugular compression (Queckenstedt maneuver) for cranial movement perception. Abenavoli, A., Pisa, S., & Maggiani, A. (2020). Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, 120(10), 647-654. Abenavoli, A., Badi, F., Barbieri, M., […]
The validity of lumbo-pelvic landmark palpation by manual practitioners: a systemic review. Alexander, N., Rastelli, A., Webb, T., Rajendran, D., International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, In-press (2020). Abstract available here.
Crying Unsettled and disTressed Infants Effectiveness Study of osteopathic care (CUTIES trial): Pragmatic randomised superiority trial protocol. Carnes, D., Bright, P. , Brownhill, K., Carroll, C., Engel, R., Grace, S., Vogel, S., Vaucher, P., International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, In-press (2020). Abstract available here.
Development of the interscutularis model as an outcome measure for facial nerve surgery, 2019 Annals of Anatomy, 223:127-135. Leckenby JI, Chacon MA, Rolfe K, Lichtman JW, Grobbelaar AO. (2019)
Comparison of two data capture methods and gender during clinical assessment in osteopathy: The impact on student/tutor satisfaction ratings Bright, P. , Bright, O., Advanced Journal of Professional Practice, 2(1), 22 – 30 (2019). Full article available here.
‘Tell me your story’ – How osteopaths apply the BPS model when managing low back pain – A qualitative study Abrosimoff, M., Rajendran, D., International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine In Press. Abstract available here.
Shared decision making by United Kingdom osteopathic students: an observational study using the OPTION-12 instrument. Rajendran, D., Beazley, J., Bright, P., Chiropractic & Manual Therapies volume 27, Article number: 42 (2019). Full article available here.
Passive elastic contribution of hip extensors to joint moments during walking in people with low back pain. Mark G.Hines, Neale A. Tillin, Jin Luo, Raymond Y.W. Lee. Clinical Biomechanics Volume […]
UK trained osteopaths’ relationship to evidence based practice – an analysis of influencing factors. Weber, V. and Rajendran, D., International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, 2018, 29, pp.15-25. Abstract available here.
Patients using an online forum for reporting progress when engaging with a six-week exercise program for knee conditioning: feasibility study. Bright P., Hambly K. JMIR Rehabil Assist Technol 2018;5(1):e9. Full article available here.
Inclusion and exclusion criteria used in non-specific low back pain trials: a review of randomised controlled trials published between 2006 and 2012. Amundsen P., Evans D., Rajendran D., Bright P., Bjørkli T., et. al. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders (2018) Volume 19, Issue 1, pp: 113. Full article available here.
Is there a correlation between objective and subjective pain measurements and gamma oscillation frequencies? Bright P., Nottage S. Journal of Pain Management and Therapy (2018) Volume 2, Issue 1. Full article available here.
Branford, O.A., Rolfe K.J. Is understanding fetal wound repair the Holy Grail to preventing scarring? Chapter In Wiley’s Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine Book Series. Accepted and In Press Mehta, […]
What Is the Proportion of Studies Reporting Patient and Practitioner Satisfaction with Software Support Tools Used in the Management of Knee Pain and Is This Related to Sample Size, Effect Size, and Journal Impact Factor? Bright P, Hambly K. Telemedicine Journal and E-health 21 Dec 2017. Abstract available here.
Transabdominal ultrasound: Can it be used to detect and quantify adhesions/reported pain, following Caesarian section? Spens K, Bird L, Bright P. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies 2017 10.03. Abstract available here.
Mehta, M., Branford O,, Rolfe K.J. The evidence for natural therapeutics as potential anti-scarring agents in burns related scarring. Burns & Trauma. 2016:4:15. Bramati-Castellarin, Patel, V.B., Drysdale, I.P. Repeat-measures longitudinal […]
Quiet dissent: The attitudes, beliefs and behaviours of UK osteopaths who reject low back pain guidance – A qualitative study Figg-Latham J, Rajendran D. Manual Therapy 2016 10.006. Abstract available here.
A Systematic Review of Outcome Measures Use, Analytical Approaches, Reporting Methods, and Publication Volume by Year in Low Back Pain Trials. Published between 1980 and 2012: Respice, adspice, et prospice. Froud R, Patel S, Rajendran D, Bright P, Bjorki T, Buchbinder R, Eldridge S, Underwood M. PLOS ONE, 24 October 2016. Abstract available here.
The Power of Low Back Pain Trials: A Systematic Review of Power, Sample Size, and Reporting of Sample Size Calculations over Time, in Trials Published between 1980 and 2012. Froud R, Rajendran D, Bright P, Eldridge S, Buchbinder R, Underwood M. Spine 2016 Oct 25. Abstract available here.
Exploring cross-curriculum content of undergraduate musculoskeletal therapy courses regarding articular cartilage; implications of surveying UK healthcare curriculum providers. Bright P, Hambly K. J Musculoskelet Disord Treat, JMDT-2-010. Full article available here.
Myofascial techniques: What are their effects on joint range of motion and pain? – A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Webb T, Rajendran D. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Jul 2016, Volume 20, Issue 3 – 682-699. Abstract available here.
What is the profile of individuals joining the KNEEguru online health community? A Cross-Sectional Mixed-Methods Study. Bright P, Hambly K , Tamakloe S. Journal of Medical Internet Research, Vol 18, No 4 (2016) April. Full article available here.
Osteopaths in the United Kingdom and Australia: Attitudes, practice, confidence and knowledge with regard to melanoma recognition – an observational questionnaire study. Jelineck S, Bettles S, Bright P, Jakel A. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine June 2016, Vol 20 18-30. Abstract available here.
Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism in a Mountain Guide: Awareness, Diagnostic Challenges, and Management Considerations at Altitude. Hall C M, Rajendran D, Fernandez Barnes A. Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, Mar 2016, Vol 27, 100-106. Abstract available here.
2015
Safeguarding children in osteopathic practice part 2: managing concerns about children. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2015; 18: 297-304. Feld A., Maddick A.F., Laurent S. Horsburgh, S; Todryk, S., Toms, […]
The effect of journal impact factor, reporting conflicts, and reporting funding sources, on standardized effect sizes in back pain trials: a systematic review and meta-regression. Froud R, Bjørkli T, Bright P, Rajendran D, Buchbinder R, Underwood M, Evans D, Eldridge S. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2015 Nov 30;16(1):370. Abstract available here.
Learning Environment, Preparedness and Satisfaction in Osteopathy in Europe: The PreSS Study. Luciani E, van Dun PL, Esteves JE, Lunghi C, Petracca M, Papa L, Merdy O, Jäkel A, Cerritelli F. PLoS One. 2015 Jun 23;10(6):e0129904. Abstract available here.
Osteopathic educators’ attitudes towards osteopathic principles and their application in clinical practice: A qualitative inquiry. Kasiri-Martino H, Bright P. Manual Therapy, October 2015 13. Full article available here.
Reporting patterns and predictors of common minor adverse events following osteopathic treatment: Lessons learned from a prospective, patient-administered questionnaire feasibility study in a UK teaching clinic. Rajendran D, Bright P, Mullinger B, Froud R. European Journal of Integrative Medicine, 14 September 2015. Abstract available here.
Temporomandibular joint effusion and its relationship with perceived disability assessed using musculoskeletal ultrasound and a patient-reported disability index. Johnston, K, Bird, L, & Bright P. Ultrasound 2015 1742271X14568608. Abstract available here.
2014
A preliminary comparison of laryngeal manipulation and post postural treatment on voice quality in a prospective randomised crossover study. Kennard E, Saaid A, Lieberman K, Rolfe KJ. J Voice, 2015; […]
A systematic review of reporting of rehabilitation in articular-cartilage-repair studies of third-generation autologous chondrocyte implantation in the knee. Bright P, Hambly K. J Sport Rehabil. 2014 Aug;23(3):182-91. Abstract available here.
Anatomical landmark position–can we trust what we see? Results from an online reliability and validity study of osteopaths. Pattyn E, Rajendran D. Man Ther. 2014 Apr;19(2):158-64. Abstract available here.
A systematic review and meta-synthesis of the impact of low back pain on people’s lives. Froud R, Patterson S, Eldridge S, Seale C, Pincus T, Rajendran D, Fossum C, Underwood M. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2014 Feb 21;15:50. Abstract available here.
2013
Patient perception of osteopathic training in the UK and patient reported experience. Drysdale, I.P., Hinkley, H., Rolfe, K.J. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2013; 16(4): 187-191. Drysdale, I.P., Rolfe, K.J., […]
Has the Standard of the Reporting of Rehabilitation Improved in Articular Cartilage Repair Studies Involving Third-Generation Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation in the Knee? A Systematic Review. Bright P, Hambly K. J Sport Rehabil. 2013 Oct 23. Abstract available here.
Assessing undergraduate osteopaths in the identification of patients’ excess body weight. Bright P, Wasik C International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, Volume 16, Issue 4, December 2013, Pages 192-197. Abstract available here.
2012
A review of fetal scarless healing. Rolfe, K.J., Grobbelaar, A.O. ISRN Dermatology. 2012; 698034 Penn, J.W., Grobbelaar, A.O., Rolfe, K.J. The role of the TGF-β family in wound healing, burns […]
What puts the adverse in ‘adverse events’? Patients’ perceptions of post-treatment experiences in osteopathy – a qualitative study using focus groups. Rajendran D; Bright P; Bettles S; Carnes D; Mullinger B. Manual Therapy 2012: 17(4):305-11. Abstract available here.
Has the Standard of the Reporting of Rehabilitation Improved in Articular Cartilage Repair Studies Involving Third-Generation Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation in the Knee? A Systematic Review. Bright P, Hambly K. J Sport Rehabil. 2013 Oct 23. Abstract available here.
Assessing undergraduate osteopaths in the identification of patients’ excess body weight. Bright P, Wasik C International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, Volume 16, Issue 4, December 2013, Pages 192-197. Abstract available here.
2011
Qualitative research: Exploring the multiple perspectives of osteopathy. Thomson, O. P., N. J. Petty, C. M. Ramage and A. P. Moore (2011). International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 14(3): 116-124. Saaid, […]
Patients’ perceptions of post-treatment experiences in osteopathy: A qualitative study using focus groups. Bright P, Rajendran D, Bettles S, Carney D, Mullinger B. European Journal of Integrated Medicine Vol 3, Issue 2, June 2011, 109. Abstract available here.
The assessment of pelvic landmarks using palpation: A reliability study of undergraduate students. Rajendran, D, Gallagher D. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine Vol 14, Issue 2, June 2011, 57-60. Abstract available here.
2010
Longitudinal Effects of a Vegan Diet on Bone Mineral Density as assessed by Calcaneal Quantitative Ultrasound. Proceedings of American Society for Bone […] Dyall, S.C., Bird, D., Drysdale I.P., Hinkley, H.J.
The assessment of pelvic landmarks using palpation: A reliability study of undergraduate students. Rajendran D, Gallagher D. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2010;14:57-60. Abstract available here.
Do different practitioners attract different patients – the importance of keeping an open mind? Thornton-Smith K, Rajendran D. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2010;13:169-70. Abstract available here.
Are student attitudes to back pain aligned with European guidelines? A survey within UK osteopathic educational institutions (OEIs) using the Attitudes to Back Pain Scale for musculoskeletal practitioners (ABS-mp). Stokoe J, Rajendran D. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2010; 13:130. Abstract available here.
Can osteopathy help women with a history of hypothyroidism and musculoskeletal complaints? Outcome of a preliminary, prospective, open investigation. Sonberg M, Mullinger B, Rajendran D. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2010;13:11-16. Abstract available here.
Defining adverse events in manual therapies: A modified Delphi consensus study. Carnes D, Mullinger B, Underwood M. Manual Therapy 2010; 15(1):2-6. Abstract available here.
Adverse events and manual therapy: A systematic review. Carnes D, Mars T, Mullinger B, Froud R, Underwood M. Manual Therapy 2010:15:355-63. Abstract available here.
2009
“POSTE” Study (Patients OSTeopathic Experience): A UK National Survey of Patients. Pt. 1: Patient’s Perception of Osteopathic Education. Drysdale, I.P., Hinkley, H. OSEAN Conference, Vienna, Austria November 2009 Hinkley, H.J., […]
2008
An Investigation Into The Combination Of Foot Orthotics With Osteopathic Treatment In The Treatment Of Low Back Pain, International Conference on Advances in Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, […] Murray, T..A.. Hinkley H.J.
Clinical competence examination – Improvement of validity and reliability. Fletcher P, International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 11 (2008) 137-41. Abstract available here.
How do patients feel post-treatment? pilot study at a UK osteopathic teaching clinic of self-reported adverse events. R, Rajendran D, Fossum C, Collins P, Mullinger B International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 11 (2008) 151. Abstract available here.
Developing Research Strategies in Complementary and Alternative Medicine. MacPherson H, Thomas K, Armstrong B, de Valois B, Relton C, Mullinger B, White A, Flower A, Scheid V Complementary Therapies in Medicine 16; 2008:359-62. Abstract available here.
2007
Bone Health of Vegans. American Society of Bone and Mineral Research Conference, The Hawaii Conference Centre, Honolulu, Hawaii USA. 16-19th September 2007. Hinkley, H..J., Drysdale. I.P., Drysdale, I.P., Collins, A.L., […]
Manuscript preparation and publication for would-be writers: An aid to disseminating osteopathic research. Mullinger B. International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine 2007; 10:56-64 2007. Abstract available here.
2006
Investigation into the affect of different application times of cold hydrotherapy on cutaneous blood perfusion. ICAOR 6, London. March 31st – April 2nd 2006, Crossland, S., Drysdale, I.P., Howard J., […]
2005
Research in Osteopathic Education Programmes – Option or Necessity? First International Conference on Osteopathic Education, London. June 17th – June 19th 2005, Drysdale I.P. and Walters N.J., Goff, L.M., Bell, […]
2004
Normative data for ultrasound measurement of the calcaneus within different female ethnic groups. British Journal of Radiology, 2004; 77: 740-744 Hinkley, H.J., Drysdale, I.P., Walters, N.J., Bird, D., Drysdale, I.P,, Hinkley, […]
2003
Evaluation of factors determining the precision of body composition measurements by air displacement plethysmography. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2003; 57: 770-776. Collins, A.L., McCarthy H.D., Goff, L.M., Frost, G.S., […]
2002
The relationship between calcaneal ultrasound attenuation and osteoarthritis of the lower limb. American Society for Bone and Mineral Research, 24th Annual Meeting, Hinkley […] Hinkley, H.J., Drysdale, I.P., Bird, D., Walters, N.J.
2001
Calcaneal Broadband Ultrasound Attenuation Changes over a Twelve Month Period. #SU146 American Society for Bone and Mineral Research, 23rd Annual Meeting, USA. […] Drysdale I.P., Hinkley H.J., Bird D., Walters N.J.
2000
The effects on the vascular system of spinal manipulative treatment. 2nd International Conference on Advances in Osteopathic Research (ICAOR), London 2000 Karnani, H., Walters N.J., Muscle […] Karason, A., Drysdale, I.P.
1999
Efficacy of Osteopathic treatment for Low Back Pain. 1st International Conference on Advances in Osteopathic Research (ICAOR), London 1999. […] Drysdale, I. P., Kirk, L., Mehta, M. M., Walters, N. J.
Conference Presentations
The BCNO Group encourages graduates and staff who have conducted high-quality research projects to submit to a range of national and international conferences. In 2019, the ESO had seven abstracts accepted in the Institute of Osteopathy’s Research in Practice prize category at the iO Annual Conference. Two alumnae were awarded runner-up prizes; Samantha Watson and Tamsyn Webb.
Graduates Damien Laruelle and Annmarie O’Sullivan presented their research at the 49th Annual Scientific Meeting of the British Medical Ultrasound (Ultrasound 2017) and the UCO International Education Conference 2017 respectively.
In 2016, Graduate Jane Beazley had the fantastic opportunity of presenting her work at the Osteopathic European Academic Network (OsEAN) Conference in Vienna, where she was awarded first prize for best poster presentation.
A poster presentation to show whether Osteopaths consider it part of their role to provide lifestyle modifications and exercise advice, presented by Caroline Easter, Osteopathic Skills Lecturing Assistant, at the Institute of Osteopathy convention on 20th October.
A poster presentation to show the results of a questionnaire to investigate UK Osteopaths' Perceptions of and willingness to use telehealth in the Covid 19 Pandemic, Sophie Clinch, ESO graduate, presented this poster at the Institute of Osteopathy convention on 20th October.
OsEAN’s 8th “Open Forum for Osteopathic Education”, 29th – 30th September, Antwerp, Belgium
Philip Bright, Claire Piper, Catherine Clair (presenter). Clinical Integration: a model for graded patient interaction from low to high stake engagement. Poster presentation
Osteopathie Schule Deutschland Online Conference
Jules Phalip, Helena Bridge, Philip Bright – Impact of an evidence based e-learning on osteopaths’ attitudes, knowledge and beliefs towards evidence-based headache management . Poster presentation
Physiotherapy Research Society – The 38th Scientific Meeting, Clinically Driven Research to Benefit Patients. Friday 16th April 2021
Philip Bright – Online Community of Knee-patients Requiring Arthroplasty. Online presentation
National Council for Osteopathic Research Virtual Conference, Good Clinical Practice using Research. 22nd -23rd January 2021
Rebecca Fassam, Philip Bright – An investigation into the prevalence of the impostor phenomenon amongst UK registered Osteopaths. Online presentation
Philip Bright – Supervising action at a distance – improving the quality of entanglement with research for undergraduate osteopaths through a virtual noticeboard. Online presentation
Natalie Alexander, Devan Rajendran, Tamsyn Webb – The validity of lumbo-pelvic landmark palpation by manual practitioners: a systematic review. Online presentation
Lara Herrera Quintela, Philip Bright – Exploring the knowledge, assessment and management of hypermobility spectrum disorders in adults among osteopaths in the UK. Online presentation
Medway Festival of Learning and Teaching, Creative and Inclusive Assessment and Feedback, 10th September 2020, Online Conference
Philip Bright. Interrater assessment of ultrasound images from a mobile device.
Society for Research into Higher Education, Newer Researchers Network Webinar: Learning and Teaching, 5th February 2020, London, UK
Philip Bright. Student and Tutor Satisfaction with an Online and Paper-based Clinical Assessment Tool; A Cross-sectional Questionnaire Study. Webinar presentation (PIN available on request).
University College of Osteopathy, International Education Conference, 7th December 2019, Borough, London, UK
Philip Bright. Does online completion of a clinical assessment influence satisfaction in an examination process when compared to a paper equivalent? Podium presentation
ICRS 2019 – 15th World Congress of the International Cartilage Regeneration & Joint Preservation Society October 05 – 08, 2019 Vancouver, Canada
Philip Bright. The Agreement Between Biofeedback Measures of Quadriceps and Gluteal Muscles in short-arc Quadriceps and Seated Clamshell Exercises. Poster presentation
National Council for Osteopathic Research Conference 2019, Clinical Conundrums, Perrin Lecture Theatre, Blizard Building, 2nd March 2019, Whitechapel, London, UK
Philip Bright. Which Exercises Are Right For My Patient. Podium presentation
Advance HE STEM Conference 2019, Delivering Next Generation Higher Education in STEM, Millennium Point, 30–31 January 2019, Birmingham, UK
Philip Bright. Professional e-Portfolio: Using Padlet to Map a Learning Journey for Regulated Practice. Poster presentation
European Society for Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy 2018, 18th Congress, SEC, 9-12th May, Glasgow, UK
Philip Bright. What is the effect of biofeedback on quadriceps and gluteal strength when used as an adjunct to short-arc quad and seated clam exercises? Poster presentation
International Cartilage Repair Society 2018, 14th World Congress, Sheraton Grand Hotel, 9-12th April, Macau, China
Philip Bright. What is the activation profile of quadriceps and gluteal muscles in short-arc quadriceps and seated clamshell
exercises? Podium presentation (by co-author Karen Hambly)
Philip Bright. Feasibility of patients using an online forum for reporting progress for a knee rehabilitation programme. Podium presentation (by co-author Karen Hambly)
Philip Bright. What proportion of studies report satisfaction with software support tools used in knee pain management. Podium presentation (by co-author Karen Hambly)
Philip Bright. What is the effect of biofeedback on quadriceps and gluteal strength in short-arc quad and seated clam exercise? Poster presentation
Institute of Osteopathy, Annual Convention, 20 – 22 October 2017, The Grange Hotel, London, UK
Dévan Rajendran. Biomechanics of the Hip. Podium presentation, followed by a practical session
The International Society for Research on Internet Interventions (ISRII) 9th Scientific Meeting, 12 – 14 October 2017, Hilton Berlin, Germany
Philip Bright. Feasibility of patients using an online forum for reporting progress when engaging with a six-week exercise programme for knee rehabilitation. Poster presentation
Philip Bright. Reporting of Patient and Practitioner Satisfaction with Software Interventions used in the Management of Knee Pain. Poster presentation
Faculty of Science Medway Science and Health Research Festival, 13th September 2017: Royal Dockyard Church Lecture Theatre, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham
Philip Bright. Feasibility of patients using an online forum for reporting progress when engaging with a six-week exercise programme for knee rehabilitation. Podium presentation
Philip Bright. What is the Profile of Individuals Joining the KNEEguru Online Health Community? Poster presentation
Philip Bright. Reporting of Patient and Practitioner Satisfaction with Software Interventions used in the Management of Knee Pain. Poster presentation
Philip Bright. Reporting Rehabilitation in Articular Cartilage Repair Studies of Third-generation Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation in the Knee. Poster presentation
HEA Surveys Conference 2017: Understanding and supporting the student experience, 11 May 2017: Manchester Conference Centre
Philip Bright. Alignment of attitudes in staff and students on graduate attributes. Poster presentation accepted
Knole U3A Science Group, 5th January, Sevenoaks, Kent, UK
Philip Bright. Osteopathy and Knee Pain. Podium presentation
Day of Science Organised by the Osteopathie-Schule Deutschland, 17th November, Berlin, Germany
Anne Jakel. Acceptability and feasibility of a parental blinding procedure in clinical trials of osteopathy with a ‘no intervention’ control and infants as study participants. Podium presentation
Samantha Nottage. Is there a correlation between objective and subjective pain measurements and gamma oscillation frequencies? Podium presentation
2016 International Collaboration for Community Health Nursing Research (ICCHNR) Symposium, 15-16th September, University of Kent, Canterbury, UK
Philip Bright: What is the Profile of Individuals Joining an Online Health Community for Knee Pain Sufferers? A Cross-Sectional Mixed-Methods Study. Poster Presentation
OsEAN Open Forum 2016, 21st-22nd April in Vienna, Austria
Jane Beazley. A study to observe patient involvement in shared decision making at the European School of Osteopathy teaching clinic, compared to National Health Service physiotherapists. A quantitative study using the OPTION scale. Awarded 1st prize Poster presentation
2015
British Medical Ultrasound Society’s Annual Scientific Conference, 11th December, Swansea
Katharine Spens. Investigating the relationship between post-surgical adhesions, reported pain and scar tissue quality following caesarean section using transabdominal ultrasound
Poster presentation
International Conference on Research in Osteopathic Medicine (ICROM), 24th October, Ghent, Belgium
Devan Rajendran. Osteopathic STAR-gazing: are we astrologists or astronomists? An overview and update to the notion of the somatic dysfunction Podium Keynote presentation
BSO Educational Conference, 21st November, Runnymede
Philip Bright. Exploring cross-curriculum content of musculoskeletal therapy undergraduate courses regarding articular cartilage; implications of surveying UK healthcare curriculum providers Podium presentation
Institute of Osteopathy (iO) annual conference, 21st November, Runnymede
Dévan Rajendran: ‘Anxiety and Pain’; Podium presentation and workshop
Dévan Rajendran: ‘Managing challenging patients’ Panel presentation and discussion
Queen Mary University of London (Sports Medicine MSc), 10th November, London
Dévan Rajendran: An overview of ESO research on adverse events Podium presentation
International Cartilage Repair Society Conference, 8-11th May, Chicago, USA
Philip Bright. Reporting rehabilitation in articular cartilage repair studies of third generation autologous chondrocyte implantation in the knee Poster presentation
2014
International Conference on Advances in Osteopathic Research (ICAOR), 7th – 9th November, Sao Paulo Brazil
Devan Rajendran. Does muscle compliance predict low back pain? A small scale blinded electromyotonometric study Podium presentation
Joanna Figg-Latham. Quiet dissent: insights into attitudes, beliefs and behaviours in respect of evidence-based guidance for the management of low back pain among UK osteopathic students and qualified osteopaths. A Qualitative Study Podium presentation
Laurence Samuel. Comparison of Low Frequency Heart Rate Oscillations with the Palpated Cranial Rhythmic Impulse Poster presentation
Sonja Jelineck. Osteopaths in the United Kingdom and Australia: Attitudes, practice, confidence and knowledge with regard to melanoma detection. Poster presentation
Institute of Osteopathy Annual conference, 4th October, Runnymede
Dévan Rajendran. ‘An evidence informed assessment of knee complaints’ Podium presentation
Chiropractic, Osteopathy and Physiotherapy (COP) Conference, 29th November, London
Amy Beeton (Philip Bright presented). Exploring the relationship between personality and choice of treatment modality amongst practising osteopaths. Podium presentation
Katherine Spens. Investigating the relationship between post-surgical adhesions, reported pain and scar tissue quality following Caesarean section (CS) surgery using trans-abdominal. Ultrasound (TAUS) Podium presentation
Liesbet Maenhout. An experimental study investigating the immediate effects of a direct myofascial release technique on the gliding capacity of mature postsurgical scar tissue.
Sonja Jelineck. Osteopaths in the United Kingdom and Australia: Attitudes, practice, confidence and knowledge with regard to melanoma detection. Podium presentation
2013
CAMSTRAND 2nd July, London
Anne Jakel. A pragmatic randomized controlled trial investigating the effectiveness of cranial osteopathic manipulative therapy in addition to usual care for excessively crying infants (sometimes called colic): an external feasibility study protocol Poster presentation
7th International Symposium on Advances in Osteopathic Research, 05th Oct, Germany
Anne Jakel. The feasibility of conducting a RCT investigating the effectiveness of cranial osteopathy in infants with colic in addition to usual care Podium presentation
Chiropractic, Osteopathy and Physiotherapy (COP) Conference, 28th November, Bournemouth
Hannah Kasiri-Martino. Osteopathic educators’ attitudes towards osteopathic principles and their application in clinical practice: A qualitative inquiry Podium presentation
The BCNO Group Research Team
The Research Department at the BCNO Group is dedicated to providing the best possible support for undergraduate and institutional research activity.
The research team is headed up by Will Gowers and Dévan Rajendran. The team members are able to contribute a wealth of relevant experience and expertise in both osteopathic and clinical professional specific issues as well as in research methodology and writing for publication.
Head of Research
Dr William Gowers PhD, MSc, BSc (Hons).
Research Associate and Senior Clinic Tutor
Mr Dévan Rajendran MSc, BSc (Hons), Dip Hyp, DO, ND, Cert Ed
Research Assistant and PhD Researcher
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Senior Dissertation Supervisors
Hannah Kasiri-Martino M.Ost, BSc (Hons), DO
Tamsyn Webb M.Ost, DO, PGCHE
James Arnold M.Ost, DO, PGCHE