Rehabilitation Research in Oxford (RRIO)
- +44 (0)1865 228367
- damian.haywood@ndorms.ox.ac.uk
- http://www.rehabresearch.ndorms.ox.ac.uk
Established 2013
Expertise in evaluation of complex interventions
Completed trials published in high impact journals
The Centre for Rehabilitation Research in Oxford (RRIO) is a group within the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS) at University of Oxford. We are leading research into how exercise and physiotherapy can be used to support the rehabilitation of patients with acute musculoskeletal injures such as a fracture or sprain, and patients with chronic conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis or persistent back pain. We look at how structured physical activity can be offered as an effective method of rehabilitation for patients either alongside, or as an alternative to, standard medication.
Led by Professor Sallie Lamb, RRIO is a multidisciplinary group representing a range of disciplines including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, exercise science, cognitive behavioural therapy, health psychology, sociology and statistics. The team have significant clinical experience and expertise in a range of research methodologies. Our portfolio comprises largely of studies which evaluate complex interventions through large pragmatic randomised controlled trials, funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR).
We are currently undertaking work on a range of projects to develop, evaluate and introduce modern therapy approaches for application in the NHS, in the UK. Our research focuses on creating effective interventions that can be utilised by health professionals and patients and our work has been instrumental in informing how national and local health care commissioners decide the best use of limited health resources. Our work spans a range of musculoskeletal conditions, patient populations and approaches to rehabilitation:
• Cognitive behavioural interventions alongside physiotherapy
• Older people
• Low back pain
• Ankle trauma
• Frozen shoulder
• Whiplash
• Scoliosis
• Arthritis
• Prevention of shoulder conditions after breast cancer treatment
• Falls prevention
• Dementia
Our team
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David Keene
University Research Lecturer
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Alana Morris
RRIO Study Manager
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Scott Parsons
Clinical Trials Manager
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Susan Wagland
Clinical Trials Manager
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Keith Willett
Professor of Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
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Esther Williamson
Deputy Director, Centre for Rehabilitation Research in Oxford
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Sally Hopewell
Professor of Clinical Trials and Evidence Synthesis
