Canadian MSK Rehab Research Network
@mskrehabnet.bsky.social
The Canadian Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Network is a multidisciplinary national Network comprised of researchers, trainees, collaborators, and partner groups with a common goal of mitigating the MSK burden in Canada
📣 Upcoming Talk
Join the Myology Institute for a hybrid seminar with Dr. Terence E. Ryan on the pathobiology of peripheral artery disease and its relevance for skeletal muscle biology.
📅 When: Dec 3 | 3–4 PM ET
📍 Where: Communicore C1-17 + Zoom
🔗 Zoom link: ufl.zoom.us/j/94993503198
Join the Myology Institute for a hybrid seminar with Dr. Terence E. Ryan on the pathobiology of peripheral artery disease and its relevance for skeletal muscle biology.
📅 When: Dec 3 | 3–4 PM ET
📍 Where: Communicore C1-17 + Zoom
🔗 Zoom link: ufl.zoom.us/j/94993503198
November 28, 2025 at 4:22 PM
📣 Upcoming Talk
Join the Myology Institute for a hybrid seminar with Dr. Terence E. Ryan on the pathobiology of peripheral artery disease and its relevance for skeletal muscle biology.
📅 When: Dec 3 | 3–4 PM ET
📍 Where: Communicore C1-17 + Zoom
🔗 Zoom link: ufl.zoom.us/j/94993503198
Join the Myology Institute for a hybrid seminar with Dr. Terence E. Ryan on the pathobiology of peripheral artery disease and its relevance for skeletal muscle biology.
📅 When: Dec 3 | 3–4 PM ET
📍 Where: Communicore C1-17 + Zoom
🔗 Zoom link: ufl.zoom.us/j/94993503198
The November 2025 edition of the CIHR IMHA newsletter is now available and can be viewed here: suivi.lnk01.com/v/443/216324...
This month’s edition includes the latest funding opportunities, updates, and news from across IMHA.
This month’s edition includes the latest funding opportunities, updates, and news from across IMHA.
November 27, 2025 at 3:55 PM
The November 2025 edition of the CIHR IMHA newsletter is now available and can be viewed here: suivi.lnk01.com/v/443/216324...
This month’s edition includes the latest funding opportunities, updates, and news from across IMHA.
This month’s edition includes the latest funding opportunities, updates, and news from across IMHA.
The session From Experience to Evidence: Partnering with Patients in Rehab Research is now live on the MSK Network website.
Watch here: mskrehabnet.com/from-experie...
Featuring insights from researchers and patient partners on meaningful engagement in MSK rehab research.
Watch here: mskrehabnet.com/from-experie...
Featuring insights from researchers and patient partners on meaningful engagement in MSK rehab research.
November 26, 2025 at 7:09 PM
The session From Experience to Evidence: Partnering with Patients in Rehab Research is now live on the MSK Network website.
Watch here: mskrehabnet.com/from-experie...
Featuring insights from researchers and patient partners on meaningful engagement in MSK rehab research.
Watch here: mskrehabnet.com/from-experie...
Featuring insights from researchers and patient partners on meaningful engagement in MSK rehab research.
📣 Fragility Fracture Network Canada Congress 2026
Join clinicians, researchers, and trainees for the latest in fragility fracture care.
🗓 March 28, 2026 — Toronto
📝 Abstracts due: Nov 30, 2025
🔗 More info: fragilityfracturenetwork.org/ffn-regional...
Join clinicians, researchers, and trainees for the latest in fragility fracture care.
🗓 March 28, 2026 — Toronto
📝 Abstracts due: Nov 30, 2025
🔗 More info: fragilityfracturenetwork.org/ffn-regional...
November 25, 2025 at 5:04 PM
📣 Fragility Fracture Network Canada Congress 2026
Join clinicians, researchers, and trainees for the latest in fragility fracture care.
🗓 March 28, 2026 — Toronto
📝 Abstracts due: Nov 30, 2025
🔗 More info: fragilityfracturenetwork.org/ffn-regional...
Join clinicians, researchers, and trainees for the latest in fragility fracture care.
🗓 March 28, 2026 — Toronto
📝 Abstracts due: Nov 30, 2025
🔗 More info: fragilityfracturenetwork.org/ffn-regional...
Congratulations to Cinthuja Pathmanathan on completing her MSK Trainee Exchange at the University of Birmingham’s Centre for Precision Rehabilitation of Spinal Pain, gaining HD-EMG skills and contributing to a muscle synergies project!
Cinthuja's lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Cinthuja's lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
November 24, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Congratulations to Cinthuja Pathmanathan on completing her MSK Trainee Exchange at the University of Birmingham’s Centre for Precision Rehabilitation of Spinal Pain, gaining HD-EMG skills and contributing to a muscle synergies project!
Cinthuja's lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Cinthuja's lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Session four of the Writing and Publication Series "From Experience to Evidence: Partnering with Patients in Rehab Research" will be on what trainees would like to know about patient partner engagement in research.
When: Nov 24, 12-1 pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
When: Nov 24, 12-1 pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
November 21, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Session four of the Writing and Publication Series "From Experience to Evidence: Partnering with Patients in Rehab Research" will be on what trainees would like to know about patient partner engagement in research.
When: Nov 24, 12-1 pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
When: Nov 24, 12-1 pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
📢 QPRN Lunch & Talk — Nov 21 (12–1 p.m. EDT)
Two expert presentations:
1️⃣ Persistent vulvar pain in breast cancer survivors – with Stéphanie Bernard
2️⃣ MSK pain, fatigue & dysphonia in professional voice users – with Maude Desjardins
Join via Zoom: us02web.zoom.us/j/81010194591
Two expert presentations:
1️⃣ Persistent vulvar pain in breast cancer survivors – with Stéphanie Bernard
2️⃣ MSK pain, fatigue & dysphonia in professional voice users – with Maude Desjardins
Join via Zoom: us02web.zoom.us/j/81010194591
November 21, 2025 at 2:20 PM
📢 QPRN Lunch & Talk — Nov 21 (12–1 p.m. EDT)
Two expert presentations:
1️⃣ Persistent vulvar pain in breast cancer survivors – with Stéphanie Bernard
2️⃣ MSK pain, fatigue & dysphonia in professional voice users – with Maude Desjardins
Join via Zoom: us02web.zoom.us/j/81010194591
Two expert presentations:
1️⃣ Persistent vulvar pain in breast cancer survivors – with Stéphanie Bernard
2️⃣ MSK pain, fatigue & dysphonia in professional voice users – with Maude Desjardins
Join via Zoom: us02web.zoom.us/j/81010194591
Congratulations to Erin Lee, one of the Trainee Conference Travel Support 2025 recipients, on presenting at the International Society of Biomechanics Congress (ISB 2025)!
A lay summary of Erin's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
A lay summary of Erin's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
November 20, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Congratulations to Erin Lee, one of the Trainee Conference Travel Support 2025 recipients, on presenting at the International Society of Biomechanics Congress (ISB 2025)!
A lay summary of Erin's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
A lay summary of Erin's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Congratulations to Harry S. Battersby, one of the Trainee Conference Travel Support 2025 recipients, on presenting at the International Society of Biomechanics Congress (ISB 2025)!
A lay summary of Harry's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
A lay summary of Harry's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
November 19, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Congratulations to Harry S. Battersby, one of the Trainee Conference Travel Support 2025 recipients, on presenting at the International Society of Biomechanics Congress (ISB 2025)!
A lay summary of Harry's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
A lay summary of Harry's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Congratulations to Clément Prunault, one of the Trainee Conference Travel Support 2025 recipients, on presenting at the International Society of Biomechanics Congress (ISB 2025)!
A lay summary of Clément's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
A lay summary of Clément's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
November 18, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Congratulations to Clément Prunault, one of the Trainee Conference Travel Support 2025 recipients, on presenting at the International Society of Biomechanics Congress (ISB 2025)!
A lay summary of Clément's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
A lay summary of Clément's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
MHRC is hosting Dr. Sean Forbes for a talk on MRI assessment of skeletal muscle in individuals with and without muscular dystrophies.
📅 When: Nov 19 | 3–4 PM
📍 Where: Communicore C1-17 + Zoom
🔗 Zoom link: ufl.zoom.us/j/93181474911
📅 When: Nov 19 | 3–4 PM
📍 Where: Communicore C1-17 + Zoom
🔗 Zoom link: ufl.zoom.us/j/93181474911
November 17, 2025 at 3:05 PM
MHRC is hosting Dr. Sean Forbes for a talk on MRI assessment of skeletal muscle in individuals with and without muscular dystrophies.
📅 When: Nov 19 | 3–4 PM
📍 Where: Communicore C1-17 + Zoom
🔗 Zoom link: ufl.zoom.us/j/93181474911
📅 When: Nov 19 | 3–4 PM
📍 Where: Communicore C1-17 + Zoom
🔗 Zoom link: ufl.zoom.us/j/93181474911
📣 Upcoming Event: International Trainee Seminar Series – Myogenesis
The MHRC is hosting its next International Trainee Seminar Series on Friday, November 28 at 10:00 AM (ET) on Zoom.
Featuring presentations from three emerging scholars in the field.
📌 Register here: yorku.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
The MHRC is hosting its next International Trainee Seminar Series on Friday, November 28 at 10:00 AM (ET) on Zoom.
Featuring presentations from three emerging scholars in the field.
📌 Register here: yorku.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
November 17, 2025 at 2:29 PM
📣 Upcoming Event: International Trainee Seminar Series – Myogenesis
The MHRC is hosting its next International Trainee Seminar Series on Friday, November 28 at 10:00 AM (ET) on Zoom.
Featuring presentations from three emerging scholars in the field.
📌 Register here: yorku.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
The MHRC is hosting its next International Trainee Seminar Series on Friday, November 28 at 10:00 AM (ET) on Zoom.
Featuring presentations from three emerging scholars in the field.
📌 Register here: yorku.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Congratulations to Madeline Shivgulam, one of the Trainee Conference Travel Support 2025 recipients, on presenting at the (CSEP) Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology Congress!
A lay summary of Madeline's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
A lay summary of Madeline's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
November 14, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Congratulations to Madeline Shivgulam, one of the Trainee Conference Travel Support 2025 recipients, on presenting at the (CSEP) Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology Congress!
A lay summary of Madeline's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
A lay summary of Madeline's work can be accessed here: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Session four of the Writing and Publication Series "From Experience to Evidence: Partnering with Patients in Rehab Research" will be on what trainees would like to know about patient partner engagement in research.
When: Nov 24, 12-1pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
When: Nov 24, 12-1pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
November 10, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Session four of the Writing and Publication Series "From Experience to Evidence: Partnering with Patients in Rehab Research" will be on what trainees would like to know about patient partner engagement in research.
When: Nov 24, 12-1pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
When: Nov 24, 12-1pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Good news!
The abstract submission deadline for the McCaig Institute’s Advancements in Osteoarthritis – From Discovery to Treatment conference has been extended to November 12, 2025!
When: March 11–13 2026 | Kananaskis, Alberta
Link: mccaig.ucalgary.ca/event/intern...
The abstract submission deadline for the McCaig Institute’s Advancements in Osteoarthritis – From Discovery to Treatment conference has been extended to November 12, 2025!
When: March 11–13 2026 | Kananaskis, Alberta
Link: mccaig.ucalgary.ca/event/intern...
November 4, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Good news!
The abstract submission deadline for the McCaig Institute’s Advancements in Osteoarthritis – From Discovery to Treatment conference has been extended to November 12, 2025!
When: March 11–13 2026 | Kananaskis, Alberta
Link: mccaig.ucalgary.ca/event/intern...
The abstract submission deadline for the McCaig Institute’s Advancements in Osteoarthritis – From Discovery to Treatment conference has been extended to November 12, 2025!
When: March 11–13 2026 | Kananaskis, Alberta
Link: mccaig.ucalgary.ca/event/intern...
In October, 2025 the article titled 'Effectiveness of Additional or Standalone Corticosteroid Injections Compared to Physical Therapist Interventions in Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy' was the most read article on REHAB+.
Access the article here: plus.mcmaster.ca/rehab/Home/A...
Access the article here: plus.mcmaster.ca/rehab/Home/A...
REHAB+
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Effectiveness of Additional or Standalone Corticosteroid Injections Compared to Physical Therapist Interventions in Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review and...
plus.mcmaster.ca
October 31, 2025 at 12:55 PM
In October, 2025 the article titled 'Effectiveness of Additional or Standalone Corticosteroid Injections Compared to Physical Therapist Interventions in Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy' was the most read article on REHAB+.
Access the article here: plus.mcmaster.ca/rehab/Home/A...
Access the article here: plus.mcmaster.ca/rehab/Home/A...
We’ve translated the article by Keogh et al., 2025 into a lay summary to answer the question: Can a few weeks of exercise before hip or knee replacement surgery lead to faster recovery and better outcomes for patients?
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
mskrehabnet.com
October 30, 2025 at 6:19 PM
We’ve translated the article by Keogh et al., 2025 into a lay summary to answer the question: Can a few weeks of exercise before hip or knee replacement surgery lead to faster recovery and better outcomes for patients?
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
The October 2025 edition of the CIHR IMHA newsletter is now available and can be viewed here: suivi.lnk01.com/v/443/216324...
This month’s edition includes the latest funding opportunities, updates, and news from across IMHA.
This month’s edition includes the latest funding opportunities, updates, and news from across IMHA.
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October 24, 2025 at 1:23 PM
The October 2025 edition of the CIHR IMHA newsletter is now available and can be viewed here: suivi.lnk01.com/v/443/216324...
This month’s edition includes the latest funding opportunities, updates, and news from across IMHA.
This month’s edition includes the latest funding opportunities, updates, and news from across IMHA.
Session four of the Writing and Publication Series "From Experience to Evidence: Partnering with Patients in Rehab Research" will be on what trainees would like to know about patient partner engagement in research.
When: Nov 24, 12-1pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
When: Nov 24, 12-1pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 21, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Session four of the Writing and Publication Series "From Experience to Evidence: Partnering with Patients in Rehab Research" will be on what trainees would like to know about patient partner engagement in research.
When: Nov 24, 12-1pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
When: Nov 24, 12-1pm ET
Register here: westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
The Mobilize Lab at the University of Waterloo is recruiting participants who are currently sedentary to participate in their research study.
Participants will receive 16-weeks of FREE virtual resistance training and $50 after study completion!
More information: uwaterloo.ca/mobilize-cli...
Participants will receive 16-weeks of FREE virtual resistance training and $50 after study completion!
More information: uwaterloo.ca/mobilize-cli...
October 16, 2025 at 6:51 PM
The Mobilize Lab at the University of Waterloo is recruiting participants who are currently sedentary to participate in their research study.
Participants will receive 16-weeks of FREE virtual resistance training and $50 after study completion!
More information: uwaterloo.ca/mobilize-cli...
Participants will receive 16-weeks of FREE virtual resistance training and $50 after study completion!
More information: uwaterloo.ca/mobilize-cli...
Sahar Johari recently completed her PhD in Rehabilitation Science at Western University.
Sahar is seeking postdoctoral opportunities in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, aging, and women’s health.
For more information: mskrehabnet.com/prospective-...
Sahar is seeking postdoctoral opportunities in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, aging, and women’s health.
For more information: mskrehabnet.com/prospective-...
Prospective Student Seeking Post-Doctoral Fellowship – Sahar Johari
Sahar Johari recently completed her PhD in Rehabilitation Science (physical therapy) at Western University under the supervision of Dr. Joy MacDermid. With a background in Occupational Therapy, her…
mskrehabnet.com
October 15, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Sahar Johari recently completed her PhD in Rehabilitation Science at Western University.
Sahar is seeking postdoctoral opportunities in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, aging, and women’s health.
For more information: mskrehabnet.com/prospective-...
Sahar is seeking postdoctoral opportunities in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, aging, and women’s health.
For more information: mskrehabnet.com/prospective-...
We’ve translated the article by Geusebroek et al., 2025 into a lay summary to answer the question: Can stretching exercises help people with stiff, contracted ankles regain more movement and flexibility?
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
mskrehabnet.com
October 10, 2025 at 6:57 PM
We’ve translated the article by Geusebroek et al., 2025 into a lay summary to answer the question: Can stretching exercises help people with stiff, contracted ankles regain more movement and flexibility?
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
We are recruiting MORE raters for Rehab+!
The MORE system collects your rating on the newsworthiness of articles in your clinical specialty. Providing your rating takes 5-10 minutes.
Help us build an evidence-based information service!
For more information: mskrehabnet.com/become-a-mor...
The MORE system collects your rating on the newsworthiness of articles in your clinical specialty. Providing your rating takes 5-10 minutes.
Help us build an evidence-based information service!
For more information: mskrehabnet.com/become-a-mor...
Become a MORE Rater for REHAB+!
The MSK Network is currently recruiting MORE raters for Rehab+ – a free email alerting service and searchable database that brings high-quality evidence to the attention of occupational and p…
mskrehabnet.com
October 8, 2025 at 6:34 PM
We are recruiting MORE raters for Rehab+!
The MORE system collects your rating on the newsworthiness of articles in your clinical specialty. Providing your rating takes 5-10 minutes.
Help us build an evidence-based information service!
For more information: mskrehabnet.com/become-a-mor...
The MORE system collects your rating on the newsworthiness of articles in your clinical specialty. Providing your rating takes 5-10 minutes.
Help us build an evidence-based information service!
For more information: mskrehabnet.com/become-a-mor...
We’ve translated the article by Dube et al., 2024 into a lay summary to answer the question: Can a single session with a physiotherapist be just as helpful as multiple visits for people dealing with aches and pains in their muscles and joints?
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
mskrehabnet.com
October 6, 2025 at 8:18 PM
We’ve translated the article by Dube et al., 2024 into a lay summary to answer the question: Can a single session with a physiotherapist be just as helpful as multiple visits for people dealing with aches and pains in their muscles and joints?
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Lay summary: mskrehabnet.com/wp-content/u...
Attention MSK Network Members!
This is the final reminder to please complete the survey to let us know which topics would be most valuable to feature at the 2026 MSK Network Summer School. We are seeking input from trainees and supervisors.
Access the survey: uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
This is the final reminder to please complete the survey to let us know which topics would be most valuable to feature at the 2026 MSK Network Summer School. We are seeking input from trainees and supervisors.
Access the survey: uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
uwo.eu.qualtrics.com
October 2, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Attention MSK Network Members!
This is the final reminder to please complete the survey to let us know which topics would be most valuable to feature at the 2026 MSK Network Summer School. We are seeking input from trainees and supervisors.
Access the survey: uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
This is the final reminder to please complete the survey to let us know which topics would be most valuable to feature at the 2026 MSK Network Summer School. We are seeking input from trainees and supervisors.
Access the survey: uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...