Centre for Clinical Research Excellence in Clinical Gait Analysis and Gait Rehabilitation
A collaboration between:
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Aims of the Gait CCRE
Through clinical research, we aim to:- FIND new ways to improve the mobility of Australians with cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease, osteoarthritis, stroke and sporting injuries
- GENERATE knowledge about the measurement, pathophysiology and rehabilitation of walking
- UNCOVER the causes of gait disorders and find new ways to measure them in a clinical setting
- ESTABLISH an improved evidence base for gait analysis and multi-disciplinary treatment of gait disorders
- TRANSLATE our new knowledge to improve walking in children, adults and older people
- TRAIN clinicians in medicine, surgery and allied health in best clinical and research practices for clinical gait analysis and gait rehabilitation
- PROVIDE excellent research training for post-graduate researchers in medicine, surgery, allied health and biomechanics
- FOSTER collaboration with top international research, clinical and industry partners
- SHARE resources and bring experts together in a coordinated, priority-driven research plan
- DISSEMINATE our new knowledge to patients, health care organisations, professional organisations, industry, the scientific community and the general public