Biography

Prof Karen McCreesh is an experienced musculoskeletal physiotherapy educator and clinician. Her research interests lie in the areas of shoulder dysfunction, musculoskeletal disorders, and ultrasound imaging. She completed her PhD in the area of mechanisms of rotator cuff tendinopathy, funded by a Research Fellowship from the Health Research Board of Ireland. She is Prof in Physiotherapy at the School of Allied Health at the University of Limerick. She is a member of the Ageing Research Centre and the Health Research Institute. She has published widely in peer-reviewed journals, presented at national and international conferences, and provides CPD workshops for qualified physiotherapists. Karen is passionate about supporting and disseminating evidence-based practice in the physiotherapy management of shoulder pain and is a founder member and Chair of the Irish Shoulder and Elbow Rehabilitation Society (www.isers.ie)

Research Interests

-musculoskeletal disorders
-shoulder pain and dysfunction
-chronic pain
-ultrasound imaging

Professional Activities

Education

  • 2006 Coventry University - M.Sc. Manip Ther
  • 1998 University College Dublin - B.Sc. Physiotherapy

Association

  • 1998 Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists

Peer Reviewed Journals

2023

The design and evaluation of an integrated training load and injury/illness surveillance system in competitive swimming

Barry, L., Lyons, M., McCreesh, K., Powell, C. and Comyns, T. (2023) The design and evaluation of an integrated training load and injury/illness surveillance system in competitive swimming. Physical Therapy In Sport : Official Journal Of The Association Of Chartered Physiotherapists In Sports Medicine :54-62

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2023

The design and evaluation of an integrated training load and injury/illness surveillance system in competitive swimming

Barry L.;Lyons M.;McCreesh K.;Powell C.;Comyns T. (2023) The design and evaluation of an integrated training load and injury/illness surveillance system in competitive swimming. Physical Therapy In Sport :54-62

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2023

General practitioners' views on the challenges of managing knee pain attributed to degenerative meniscal tears in primary care: a qualitative study

O'Leary H.;McCreesh K.;Robinson K. (2023) General practitioners' views on the challenges of managing knee pain attributed to degenerative meniscal tears in primary care: a qualitative study. Rural And Remote Health :-8122

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2023

Physiotherapist beliefs and perspectives on virtual reality supported rehabilitation for the management of musculoskeletal shoulder pain: A focus group study

Brady N.;Dejaco B.;Lewis J.;McCreesh K.;McVeigh J.G. (2023) Physiotherapist beliefs and perspectives on virtual reality supported rehabilitation for the management of musculoskeletal shoulder pain: A focus group study. Plos One

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2022

‘Down to the person, the individual patient themselves’: A qualitative study of treatment decision-making for shoulder pain

Maxwell C.;McCreesh K.;Salsberg J.;Robinson K. (2022) ‘Down to the person, the individual patient themselves’: A qualitative study of treatment decision-making for shoulder pain. Health Expectations :1108-1117

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2022

International survey of injury surveillance practices in competitive swimming

Barry L.;Lyons M.;McCreesh K.;Powell C.;Comyns T. (2022) International survey of injury surveillance practices in competitive swimming. Physical Therapy In Sport :1-10

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2022

International survey of training load monitoring practices in competitive swimming: How, what and why not?

Barry, L;Lyons, M;McCreesh, K;Powell, C;Comyns, T (2022) International survey of training load monitoring practices in competitive swimming: How, what and why not?. EDINBURGH : CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE Physical Therapy In Sport :51-59

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2021

Physical Therapy Management of Nontraumatic Shoulder Problems Lacks High-Quality Clinical Practice Guidelines: A Systematic Review With Quality Assessment Using the AGREE II Checklist.

Barrett E;Larkin L;Caulfield S;de Burca N;Flanagan A;Gilsenan C;Kelleher M;McCarthy E;Murtagh R;McCreesh K; (2021) Physical Therapy Management of Nontraumatic Shoulder Problems Lacks High-Quality Clinical Practice Guidelines: A Systematic Review With Quality Assessment Using the AGREE II Checklist.. The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy

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2021

Managing shoulder pain: a meta-ethnography exploring healthcare providers' experiences.

Maxwell C;Robinson K;McCreesh K; (2021) Managing shoulder pain: a meta-ethnography exploring healthcare providers' experiences.. Disability And Rehabilitation

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2021

Exploring the effectiveness of immersive Virtual Reality interventions in the management of musculoskeletal pain: a state-of-the-art review

Brady N.;McVeigh J.G.;McCreesh K.;Rio E.;Dekkers T.;Lewis J.S. (2021) Exploring the effectiveness of immersive Virtual Reality interventions in the management of musculoskeletal pain: a state-of-the-art review. Physical Therapy Reviews :262-275

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2021

"You'd be better off to do the keyhole and make a good job of it" a qualitative study of the beliefs and treatment expectations of patients attending secondary care with degenerative meniscal tears.

O'Leary H;Ryan LG;Robinson K;Conroy EJ;McCreesh K; (2021) "You'd be better off to do the keyhole and make a good job of it" a qualitative study of the beliefs and treatment expectations of patients attending secondary care with degenerative meniscal tears.. Musculoskeletal Science And Practice

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2021

The relationship between training load and pain, injury and illness in competitive swimming: A systematic review.

Barry L;Lyons M;McCreesh K;Powell C;Comyns T; (2021) The relationship between training load and pain, injury and illness in competitive swimming: A systematic review.. Physical Therapy In Sport

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2021

Lower levels of physical activity are associated with pain progression in older adults, a longitudinal study.

O'Neill A;O'Sullivan K;McCreesh K; (2021) Lower levels of physical activity are associated with pain progression in older adults, a longitudinal study.. European Journal Of Pain (United Kingdom)

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2021

A telephone assessment and advice service within an ED physiotherapy clinic: a single-site quality improvement cohort study.

Kelly M;Higgins A;Murphy A;McCreesh K; (2021) A telephone assessment and advice service within an ED physiotherapy clinic: a single-site quality improvement cohort study.. Archives Of Physiotherapy

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2020

Understanding Shoulder Pain: A Qualitative Evidence Synthesis Exploring the Patient Experience.

Maxwell C;Robinson K;McCreesh K; (2020) Understanding Shoulder Pain: A Qualitative Evidence Synthesis Exploring the Patient Experience.. Physical therapy

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2020

Medication and healthcare utilization variation among older adults with pain.

O'Neill A;Purtill H;Kelly D;McCreesh K;Robinson K;O'Sullivan K; (2020) Medication and healthcare utilization variation among older adults with pain.. European Journal Of Pain (United Kingdom)

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2020

Rotator cuff disorders: A survey of current (2018) Italian physiotherapy practice

Brindisino F.;Matteuzzi I.;Bury J.;McCreesh K.;Littlewood C. (2020) Rotator cuff disorders: A survey of current (2018) Italian physiotherapy practice. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :11-22

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2019

Altered strength profile in Achilles tendinopathy: A systematic review and meta-analysis

McAuliffe S.;Tabuena A.;McCreesh K.;O’Keeffe M.;Hurley J.;Comyns T.;Purtill H.;O’Neill S.;O’Sullivan K. (2019) Altered strength profile in Achilles tendinopathy: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal Of Athletic Training :889-900

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2018

Cryotherapy or gradual reloading exercises in acute presentations of rotator cuff tendinopathy: A randomised controlled trial

Dupuis F.;Barrett E.;Dubé M.;McCreesh K.;Lewis J.;Roy J. (2018) Cryotherapy or gradual reloading exercises in acute presentations of rotator cuff tendinopathy: A randomised controlled trial. Bmj Open Sport And Exercise Medicine

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2018

Validation of the manual inclinometer and flexicurve for the measurement of thoracic kyphosis

Barrett, E,Lenehan, B,O'sullivan, K,Lewis, J,McCreesh, K (2018) Validation of the manual inclinometer and flexicurve for the measurement of thoracic kyphosis. Physiotherapy Theory And Practice :301-308

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2018

How should clinicians integrate the findings of The Lancet's 2018 placebo-controlled subacromial decompression trial into clinical practice?

Littlewood, C;Bury, J;O'Shea, A;McCreesh, K;O'Sullivan, K (2018) How should clinicians integrate the findings of The Lancet's 2018 placebo-controlled subacromial decompression trial into clinical practice?. LONDON : BMJ PUBLISHING GROUP British journal of sports medicine :883-

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2018

Exploring patient experiences of participating in a group exercise class for the management of nonspecific shoulder pain

Barrett, E;Hayes, A;Kelleher, M;Conroy, C;Robinson, K;O'Sullivan, K;McCreesh, K (2018) Exploring patient experiences of participating in a group exercise class for the management of nonspecific shoulder pain. PHILADELPHIA : TAYLOR & FRANCIS INC Physiotherapy Theory And Practice :464-471

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2018

Exploring patient experiences of participating in a group exercise class for the management of nonspecific shoulder pain: A qualitative study

Barrett, E., Hayes, A., Kelleher, M., Conroy, C., Robinson, K., O'Sullivan, K. and McCreesh, K., (2018) Exploring patient experiences of participating in a group exercise class for the management of nonspecific shoulder pain: A qualitative study. Physiotherapy Theory And Practice

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2018

An evaluation of two types of exercise classes, containing shoulder exercises or a combination of shoulder and thoracic exercises, for the treatment of nonspecific shoulder pain: A case series

Barrett, E;Conroy, C;Corcoran, M;Sullivan, KO;Purtill, H;Lewis, J;McCreesh, K (2018) An evaluation of two types of exercise classes, containing shoulder exercises or a combination of shoulder and thoracic exercises, for the treatment of nonspecific shoulder pain: A case series. PHILADELPHIA : HANLEY & BELFUS-ELSEVIER INC Journal Of Hand Therapy :301-307

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2017

Are group-based and individual physiotherapy exercise programmes equally effective for musculoskeletal conditions? A systematic review and meta-analysis

O'Keeffe, M,Hayes, A,McCreesh, K,Purtill, H,O'Sullivan, K (2017) Are group-based and individual physiotherapy exercise programmes equally effective for musculoskeletal conditions? A systematic review and meta-analysis. British Journal Of Sports Medicine :126-

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2017

Increased supraspinatus tendon thickness following fatigue loading in rotator cuff tendinopathy: Potential implications for exercise therapy

McCreesh K.;Purtill H.;Donnelly A.;Lewis J. (2017) Increased supraspinatus tendon thickness following fatigue loading in rotator cuff tendinopathy: Potential implications for exercise therapy. Bmj Open Sport And Exercise Medicine

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2017

Are group-based and individual physiotherapy exercise programmes equally effective for musculoskeletal conditions? A systematic review and meta-analysis

O'Keeffe M.;Hayes A.;McCreesh K.;Purtill H.;O'Sullivan K. (2017) Are group-based and individual physiotherapy exercise programmes equally effective for musculoskeletal conditions? A systematic review and meta-analysis. British journal of sports medicine :126-132

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2016

Can ultrasound imaging predict the development of Achilles and patellar tendinopathy? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

McAuliffe, S., McCreesh, K., Purtill, H., Culloty, F., & O'sullivan, K. (2016) Can ultrasound imaging predict the development of Achilles and patellar tendinopathy? A systematic review and meta-analysis. . British Journal Of Sports Medicine

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2016

Shouldering the Burden of Evidence-Based Practice: The Experiences of Physiotherapists Partaking in a Community of Practice

McCreesh, K,Larkin, L,Lewis, J (2016) Shouldering the Burden of Evidence-Based Practice: The Experiences of Physiotherapists Partaking in a Community of Practice. Rehabilitation Research And Practice

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2016

The body composition phenotype of Irish adults aged 18-81 years

Toomey, C,Leahy, S,McCreesh, K,Coote, S,Jakeman, P (2016) The body composition phenotype of Irish adults aged 18-81 years. Irish journal of medical science :537-544

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2016

The body composition phenotype of Irish adults aged 18â€'81 years

Toomey, C. and Leahy, S. and McCreesh, K. and Coote, S. and Jakeman, P. (2016) The body composition phenotype of Irish adults aged 18â€'81 years. Irish Journal of Medical Science

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2016

Reliability of a measurement method for the cross-sectional area of the longus colli using real-time ultrasound imaging

O'Riordan, C,Van De Ven, P,Nelson, J,McCreesh, K,Clifford, A (2016) Reliability of a measurement method for the cross-sectional area of the longus colli using real-time ultrasound imaging. Ultrasound :154-162

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2016

Is thoracic spine posture associated with shoulder pain, range of motion and function? A systematic review

Barrett E.;O'Keeffe M.;O'Sullivan K.;Lewis J.;McCreesh K. (2016) Is thoracic spine posture associated with shoulder pain, range of motion and function? A systematic review. Manual therapy :38-46

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2016

Inter-rater reliability of the Shoulder Symptom Modification Procedure in people with shoulder pain

Lewis J.S.;Mccreesh K.;Barratt E.;Hegedus E.J.;Sim J. (2016) Inter-rater reliability of the Shoulder Symptom Modification Procedure in people with shoulder pain. Bmj Open Sport And Exercise Medicine

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2016

Is thoracic spine posture associated with shoulder pain, range of motion and function? A systematic review

Barrett E, O'Keeffe M, O'Sullivan K, Lewis J, McCreesh K. (2016) Is thoracic spine posture associated with shoulder pain, range of motion and function? A systematic review. Manual therapy :38-46

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2016

The body composition phenotype of Irish adults aged 18-81 years

Toomey, C.;Leahy, S.;McCreesh, K.;Coote, S.;Jakeman, P.; (2016) The body composition phenotype of Irish adults aged 18-81 years. Irish journal of medical science

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2016

Ultrasound Measures of Supraspinatus Tendon Thickness and Acromiohumeral Distance in Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy Are Reliable

McCreesh, KM,Anjum, S,Crotty, JM,Lewis, JS (2016) Ultrasound Measures of Supraspinatus Tendon Thickness and Acromiohumeral Distance in Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy Are Reliable. Journal Of Clinical Ultrasound :159-166

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2016

Can ultrasound imaging predict the development of Achilles and patellar tendinopathy? A systematic review and meta-analysis

McAuliffe S.;McCreesh K.;Culloty F.;Purtill H.;O'Sullivan K. (2016) Can ultrasound imaging predict the development of Achilles and patellar tendinopathy? A systematic review and meta-analysis. British journal of sports medicine :1516-1523

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2015

Rotator cuff tendinopathy: Navigating the diagnosis-management conundrum

Lewis J.;Mccreesh K.;Roy J.;Ginn K. (2015) Rotator cuff tendinopathy: Navigating the diagnosis-management conundrum. The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy :923-937

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2015

Acromiohumeral distance measurement in rotator cuff tendinopathy: is there a reliable, clinically applicable method?

McCreesh KM, Crotty JM, Lewis JS (2015) Acromiohumeral distance measurement in rotator cuff tendinopathy: is there a reliable, clinically applicable method? . British Journal Of Sports Medicine :298-305

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2015

Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy: Navigating the Diagnosis-Management Conundrum

Lewis, J,Mccreesh, K,Roy, JS,Ginn, K (2015) Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy: Navigating the Diagnosis-Management Conundrum. Journal Of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy :923-937

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2014

Platelet-rich plasma for chronic tennis elbow

O'Sullivan, K.;McCreesh, K.;De Burca, N.;McAuliffe, S.;O'Keeffe, M.; (2014) Platelet-rich plasma for chronic tennis elbow. The American journal of sports medicine

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2014

Platelet-rich plasma for chronic tennis elbow: letters to the editor.

O'Sullivan K;McCreesh K;de Burca N;McAuliffe S;O'Keeffe M; (2014) Platelet-rich plasma for chronic tennis elbow: letters to the editor..

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2014

Risk factors for groin/hip injuries in field-based sports: a systematic review

Ryan J, deBurca N, McCreesh K (2014) Risk factors for groin/hip injuries in field-based sports: a systematic review. British Journal Of Sports Medicine

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2014

Platelet-rich plasma for chronic tennis elbow: letters to the editor.

O'Sullivan K, McCreesh K, de Burca N, McAuliffe S, O'Keeffe M (2014) Platelet-rich plasma for chronic tennis elbow: letters to the editor.. The American journal of sports medicine :1-3

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2014

TO IDENTIFY INTRINSIC RISK FACTORS FOR GROIN/HIP INJURIES AMONG ACADEMY LEVEL RUGBY UNION PLAYERS: A PROSPECTIVE COHORT STUDY

Ryan J, McCreesh K, deBurca N (2014) TO IDENTIFY INTRINSIC RISK FACTORS FOR GROIN/HIP INJURIES AMONG ACADEMY LEVEL RUGBY UNION PLAYERS: A PROSPECTIVE COHORT STUDY. British Journal Of Sports Medicine :655-

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2014

Reliability and validity of non-radiographic methods of thoracic kyphosis measurement: A systematic review

Barrett E, McCreesh K, Lewis J (2014) Reliability and validity of non-radiographic methods of thoracic kyphosis measurement: A systematic review. Manual therapy :10-17

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2014

Acromio-clavicular joint cyst associated with a complete rotator cuff tear - A case report

McCreesh, KM,Riley, SJ,Crotty, JM (2014) Acromio-clavicular joint cyst associated with a complete rotator cuff tear - A case report. Manual therapy :490-493

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2014

Reliability and validity of non-radiographic methods of thoracic kyphosis measurement: A systematic review

Barrett, E,McCreesh, K,Lewis, J (2014) Reliability and validity of non-radiographic methods of thoracic kyphosis measurement: A systematic review. Manual therapy :10-17

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2014

Development of an Anthropomorphic Shoulder Phantom Model That Simulates Bony Anatomy for Sonographic Measurement of the Acromiohumeral Distance

Adusumilli, P,McCreesh, K,Evans, T (2014) Development of an Anthropomorphic Shoulder Phantom Model That Simulates Bony Anatomy for Sonographic Measurement of the Acromiohumeral Distance. Journal Of Ultrasound In Medicine :2011-2019

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2014

Validation of Ultrasound Measurement of the Subacromial Space Using a Novel Shoulder Phantom Model

McCReesh K, Adusumilli P, Evans T, Riley S, Davies A, Lewis J (2014) Validation of Ultrasound Measurement of the Subacromial Space Using a Novel Shoulder Phantom Model. Ultrasound In Medicine And Biology

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2013

Intrarater and Interrater Reliability of the Flexicurve Index, Flexicurve Angle, and Manual Inclinometer for the Measurement of Thoracic Kyphosis

Eva Barrett;Karen McCreesh;Jeremy Lewis; (2013) Intrarater and Interrater Reliability of the Flexicurve Index, Flexicurve Angle, and Manual Inclinometer for the Measurement of Thoracic Kyphosis. Rehabilitation Research And Practice

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2013

Continuum model of tendon pathology - where are we now?

McCreesh, K,Lewis, J (2013) Continuum model of tendon pathology - where are we now?. International Journal Of Experimental Pathology :242-247

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2013

Acromio-clavicular joint cyst associated with a complete rotator cuff tear – A case report

McCreesh K, Riley S, Crotty J (2013) Acromio-clavicular joint cyst associated with a complete rotator cuff tear – A case report. Manual Therapy

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2013

Continuum model of tendon pathology: Where are we now?

McCreesh K, Lewis J (2013) Continuum model of tendon pathology: Where are we now?. International Journal Of Experimental Pathology :242-247

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2013

Neovascularity in patellar tendinopathy and the response to eccentric training: A case report using Power Doppler ultrasound

McCreesh KM, Riley SJ, Crotty JM (2013) Neovascularity in patellar tendinopathy and the response to eccentric training: A case report using Power Doppler ultrasound. Manual therapy

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2013

Acromiohumeral distance measurement in rotator cuff tendinopathy: is there a reliable, clinically applicable method? A systematic review.

Crotty JM;Lewis JS;McCreesh KM; (2013) Acromiohumeral distance measurement in rotator cuff tendinopathy: is there a reliable, clinically applicable method? A systematic review..

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2012

Ultrasound measurement of subcutaneous adipose tissue thickness accurately predicts total and segmental body fat of young adults

Leahy, S; Toomey, C; McCreesh, K; O'Neill, C; Jakeman, P (2012) Ultrasound measurement of subcutaneous adipose tissue thickness accurately predicts total and segmental body fat of young adults. Ultrasound In Medicine And Biology :28-34

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2012

Ultrasound Measurement of Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue Thickness Accurately Predicts Total and Segmental Body Fat of Young Adults

Leahy, S. and Toomey, C. and McCreesh, K. and O'Neill, C. and Jakeman, P. (2012) Ultrasound Measurement of Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue Thickness Accurately Predicts Total and Segmental Body Fat of Young Adults. Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology

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2012

No difference in gluteus medius activation in women with mild patellofemoral pain

O'Sullivan, K.;Herbert, E.;Sainsbury, D.;McCreesh, K.;Clifford, A.; (2012) No difference in gluteus medius activation in women with mild patellofemoral pain. Journal Of Sport Rehabilitation

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2012

No difference in gluteus medius activation in women with mild patellofemoral pain

O'Sullivan K.;Herbert E.;Sainsbury D.;McCreesh K.;Clifford A. (2012) No difference in gluteus medius activation in women with mild patellofemoral pain. Journal Of Sport Rehabilitation :110-118

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2012

No Difference in Gluteus Medius Activation in Women With Mild Patellofemoral Pain

O'Sullivan, K,Herbert, E,Sainsbury, D,McCreesh, K,Clifford, A (2012) No Difference in Gluteus Medius Activation in Women With Mild Patellofemoral Pain. Journal Of Sport Rehabilitation :110-118

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2012

Vehicle head restraint positioning knowledge and behaviours in a sample of Irish drivers

McCreesh, K,Arthurs, S,Horgan, S,Keane, L,Meagher, L (2012) Vehicle head restraint positioning knowledge and behaviours in a sample of Irish drivers. International journal of injury control and safety promotion :340-346

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2011

Ultrasound measurement of the size of the anterior tibial muscle group: the effect of exercise and leg dominance.

McCreesh K, Egan S (2011) Ultrasound measurement of the size of the anterior tibial muscle group: the effect of exercise and leg dominance.. Sports medicine, arthroscopy, rehabilitation, therapy & technology : SMARTT

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2011

Technical considerations for accurate measurement of subcutaneous adipose tissue thickness using B-mode ultrasound

Toomey, C. and McCreesh, K. and Leahy, S. and Jakeman, P. (2011) Technical considerations for accurate measurement of subcutaneous adipose tissue thickness using B-mode ultrasound. Ultrasound

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2011

Technical considerations for accurate measurement of subcutaneous adipose tissue thickness using B-mode ultrasound

Toomey C; McCreesh K; Leahy S; Jakeman P (2011) Technical considerations for accurate measurement of subcutaneous adipose tissue thickness using B-mode ultrasound. Ultrasound :91-96

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2011

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and musculoskeletal conditions: Considerations for physiotherapy practice

O'Leary H; McCreesh K (2011) Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and musculoskeletal conditions: Considerations for physiotherapy practice. Physiotherapy Ireland :34-37

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2011

No deficit in hip isometric strength or concentric endurance in young females with mild patellofemoral pain

McMoreland, A; O'Sullivan, K; Sainsbury, D; Clifford, A; McCreesh, K (2011) No deficit in hip isometric strength or concentric endurance in young females with mild patellofemoral pain. Isokinetics And Exercise Science :117-125

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2011

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaids) and musculoskeletal conditions: Considerations for physiotherapy practice

O’Leary H.;McCreesh K. (2011) Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaids) and musculoskeletal conditions: Considerations for physiotherapy practice. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :35-39

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2011

Technical considerations for accurate measurement of subcutaneous adipose tissue thickness using B-mode ultrasound

Toomey, C.;McCreesh, K.;Leahy, S.;Jakeman, P.; (2011) Technical considerations for accurate measurement of subcutaneous adipose tissue thickness using B-mode ultrasound. Ultrasound

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2009

Assessment of subacromial impingement syndrome in the primary care setting: development of an evidence based clinical framework.

Sorohan, A; McCreesh, K (2009) Assessment of subacromial impingement syndrome in the primary care setting: development of an evidence based clinical framework.. Physiotherapy Ireland :16-22

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2008

An investigation into the prevalence of low back pain in Irish undergraduate physiotherapy students and associated risk factors for low back pain using a validated questionnaire

McCreesh, K; Driscoll, T (2008) An investigation into the prevalence of low back pain in Irish undergraduate physiotherapy students and associated risk factors for low back pain using a validated questionnaire. Physiotherapy Ireland :20-27

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2007

Deep cervical flexor muscle recruitment in front row rugby players

Caulfield, S; McCreesh, K (2007) Deep cervical flexor muscle recruitment in front row rugby players. Physiotherapy Ireland :75-76

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2007

Evidence-based prognosis setting in the case of a conservatively managed rotator cuff tear

Mccreesh, K (2007) Evidence-based prognosis setting in the case of a conservatively managed rotator cuff tear. Physiotherapy Ireland :31-35

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2007

A study to determine whether rowers with a history of low back pain have reduced endurance of transversus abdominis compared to rowers without such a history

Quain, G; McCreesh, K (2007) A study to determine whether rowers with a history of low back pain have reduced endurance of transversus abdominis compared to rowers without such a history. Physiotherapy Ireland :48-

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Books

2005

Practical Techniques of Physiotherapy Examination and Treatment (Vol 1-6)

Sexton, M; French, H; McCreesh, K; Walsh, J (2005) Practical Techniques of Physiotherapy Examination and Treatment (Vol 1-6). Dublin : Clinics in Motion

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Book Chapters

2022

The Weak Shoulder

Lewis J, McCreesh K, Fahy K, Powell J (2022) The Weak Shoulder. Edinburgh : Handspring Publishing The Shoulder:Theory and Practice

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2011

Function and Dysfunction of Joint

O'Connor A; McCreesh K (2011) Function and Dysfunction of Joint. Edinburgh : Churchill Livingstone Principles of Neuromusculoskeletal Assessment and Treatment: A Handbook for Therapists :3-55

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2011

Principles of Joint Treatment

McCreesh K; O'Connor A (2011) Principles of Joint Treatment. Edinburgh : Churchill Livingstone Principles of Neuromusculoskeletal Assessment and Treatment: A Handbook for Therapists. :57-82

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Edited Books

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Other Journals

2016

Shouldering the Burden of Evidence-Based Practice: The Experiences of Physiotherapists Partaking in a Community of Practice.

McCreesh, K., Larkin, L., Lewis, J. (2016) Shouldering the Burden of Evidence-Based Practice: The Experiences of Physiotherapists Partaking in a Community of Practice. . Rehabilitation Research and Practice

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Conference Publications

2021

World Physio Congress 2021

Maxwell C, Robinson K, McCreesh K (2021) World Physio Congress 2021.

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2021

World Physio Congress 2021

McCreesh K (2021) World Physio Congress 2021.

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2021

British Shoulder & Elbow Society

McCreesh K (2021) British Shoulder & Elbow Society.

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2019

World Congress Of Physical Therapy

McCreesh K, O'Connor C, McNamara J, Fahy K, Cleary N, Deering P (2019) World Congress Of Physical Therapy.

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2018

European Network of Occupational Therapists in Higher Education

Salmon, N, McDonald, F, O'Brien, I, O'Leary, N, Larkin, L, McCreesh, K, Boland, P, (2018) European Network of Occupational Therapists in Higher Education.

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2018

Health Living Healthy Lives Conference, Halifax, NS, Canada

Salmon, N, McDonald, F, O'Brien, I, O'Leary, N, Larkin, L, McCreesh, K, Boland, P, (2018) Health Living Healthy Lives Conference, Halifax, NS, Canada .

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2008

WCPT 2nd European Congress on Physiotherapy Education

Karen McCreesh, Susan Coote, Kieran O¿Sullivan, David Sainsbury (2008) WCPT 2nd European Congress on Physiotherapy Education.

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2008

Conference of the International Federation for Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapists

Sainsbury D, McCreesh K, O¿Sullivan (2008) Conference of the International Federation for Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapists.

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2008

ER-WCPT 2nd European Congress on Physiotherapy Education

McCreesh K, Sainsbury D, O'Sullivan K (2008) ER-WCPT 2nd European Congress on Physiotherapy Education.

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2008

WCPT Second European Congress on Physiotherapy Education

K McCreesh, S Coote, A Connell, A Clifford, A O¿Connor, K O¿Sullivan, D Sainsbury, A Taylor, M O¿Donnell (2008) WCPT Second European Congress on Physiotherapy Education.

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2007

Annual Conference of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists

Arthurs S, McCreesh K (2007) Annual Conference of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists.

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2007

World Congress of Physical Therapy

McCreesh K (2007) World Congress of Physical Therapy.

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2007

Annual Conference of the Irish Sociaty of Chartered Physiotherapists

Caulfield S, Mccreesh K (2007) Annual Conference of the Irish Sociaty of Chartered Physiotherapists.

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2005

Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists

McCreesh K, Coote S, Moore S (2005) Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists. :*-*

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2004

Irish Society for Chartered Physiotherapists

McCreesh K, Green A (2004) Irish Society for Chartered Physiotherapists. :*-*

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Conference Contributions

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Published Reports

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Editorials

2018

How should clinicians integrate the findings of The Lancet's 2018 placebo-controlled subacromial decompression trial into clinical practice?

Littlewood, C;Bury, J;O'Shea, A;McCreesh, K;O'Sullivan, K (2018) How should clinicians integrate the findings of The Lancet's 2018 placebo-controlled subacromial decompression trial into clinical practice?. LONDON : BMJ PUBLISHING GROUP British journal of sports medicine :883-

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2022

ICON 2020—International Scientific Tendinopathy Symposium Consensus: A Scoping Review of Psychological and Psychosocial Constructs and Outcome Measures Reported in Tendinopathy Clinical Trials

Auliffe S.M.C.;Bisset L.;Chester R.;Coombes B.K.;Fearon A.;Kirwan P.;McCreesh K.;Mitham K.;Morrissey D.;O’Neill S.;Ross M.H.;Sancho I.;Stephens G.;Vallance P.;Den Akker-Scheek I.V.;Vicenzino B.;Vuvan V.;Mallows A.;Stubbs C.;Malliaras P.;Plinsinga M. (2022) ICON 2020—International Scientific Tendinopathy Symposium Consensus: A Scoping Review of Psychological and Psychosocial Constructs and Outcome Measures Reported in Tendinopathy Clinical Trials. The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy :375-388

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2022

Epidemiology Of Injury In Ireland's Performance Level Swimmers; The Race To The Tokyo Games (Olympic/Paralympic)

Barry, L;Lyons, M;McCreesh, K;Powell, C;Comyns, T (2022) Epidemiology Of Injury In Ireland's Performance Level Swimmers; The Race To The Tokyo Games (Olympic/Paralympic). PHILADELPHIA : LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS Medicine and science in sports and exercise :644-645

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2021

Physical Therapy Management of Nontraumatic Shoulder Problems Lacks High-Quality Clinical Practice Guidelines: A Systematic Review With Quality Assessment Using the AGREE II Checklist

Barrett, E;Larkin, L;Caulfield, S;De Burca, N;Flanagan, A;Gilsenan, C;Kelleher, M;Mccarthy, E;Murtagh, R;Mccreesh, K (2021) Physical Therapy Management of Nontraumatic Shoulder Problems Lacks High-Quality Clinical Practice Guidelines: A Systematic Review With Quality Assessment Using the AGREE II Checklist. ALEXANDRIA : J O S P T The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy :63-71

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2021

Physical therapy management of nontraumatic shoulder problems lacks high-quality clinical practice guidelines: A systematic review with quality assessment using the agree ii checklist

BARRETT E.;LARKIN L.;CAULFIELD S.;DE BURCA N.;FLANAGAN A.;GILSENAN C.;KELLEHER M.;MCCARTHY E.;MURTAGH R.;MCCREESH K. (2021) Physical therapy management of nontraumatic shoulder problems lacks high-quality clinical practice guidelines: A systematic review with quality assessment using the agree ii checklist. The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy :63-71

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2021

The relationship between training load and pain, injury and illness in competitive swimming: A systematic review (vol 48, pg 154, 2021)

Barry, L;Lyons, M;McCreesh, K;Powell, C;Comyns, T (2021) The relationship between training load and pain, injury and illness in competitive swimming: A systematic review (vol 48, pg 154, 2021). EDINBURGH : CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE Physical Therapy In Sport :138-138

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2021

Understanding Shoulder Pain: A Qualitative Evidence Synthesis Exploring the Patient Experience

Maxwell, C;Robinson, K;McCreesh, K (2021) Understanding Shoulder Pain: A Qualitative Evidence Synthesis Exploring the Patient Experience. CARY : OXFORD UNIV PRESS INC Physical therapy

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2021

The relationship between training load and pain, injury and illness in competitive swimming: A systematic review

Barry L.;Lyons M.;McCreesh K.;Powell C.;Comyns T. (2021) The relationship between training load and pain, injury and illness in competitive swimming: A systematic review. Physical Therapy In Sport :154-168

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2021

Exploring the effectiveness of immersive Virtual Reality interventions in the management of musculoskeletal pain: a state-of-the-art review

Brady, N;McVeigh, JG;McCreesh, K;Rio, E;Dekkers, T;Lewis, JS (2021) Exploring the effectiveness of immersive Virtual Reality interventions in the management of musculoskeletal pain: a state-of-the-art review. ABINGDON : TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD Physical Therapy Reviews :262-275

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2019

Clinical effectiveness of non-surgical interventions for primary frozen shoulder: A systematic review

Minns Lowe C.;Barrett E.;McCreesh K.;De Búrca N.;Lewis J. (2019) Clinical effectiveness of non-surgical interventions for primary frozen shoulder: A systematic review. Journal Of Rehabilitation Medicine :539-556

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2019

Altered Strength Profile in Achilles Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

McAuliffe, S;Tabuena, A;McCreesh, K;O'Keeffe, M;Hurley, J;Comyns, T;Purtill, H;O'Neill, S;O'Sullivan, K (2019) Altered Strength Profile in Achilles Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. DALLAS : NATL ATHLETIC TRAINERS ASSOC INC Journal Of Athletic Training :889-900

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2016

Letter to the Editor regarding "Reliability and validity of non-radiographic methods of thoracic kyphosis measurement: A systematic review"

Barrett, E;McCreesh, K;Lewis, J (2016) Letter to the Editor regarding "Reliability and validity of non-radiographic methods of thoracic kyphosis measurement: A systematic review". EDINBURGH : CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE Manual therapy :2-2

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2016

Effect of education on non-specific neck and low back pain: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Hurley, J;O'Keeffe, M;O'Sullivan, P;Ryan, C;McCreesh, K;O'Sullivan, K (2016) Effect of education on non-specific neck and low back pain: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. EDINBURGH : CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE Manual therapy :1-2

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2015

Acromiohumeral distance measurement in rotator cuff tendinopathy: is there a reliable, clinically applicable method? A systematic review

McCreesh, KM,Crotty, JM,Lewis, JS (2015) Acromiohumeral distance measurement in rotator cuff tendinopathy: is there a reliable, clinically applicable method? A systematic review. British journal of sports medicine :298-305

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2013

Can Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography Examination (MSUS) Predict Outcome In Shoulder Impingement Syndrome (SIS)? A Prospective Blinded Study

Khan, M,McCreesh, K,Saeed, A,Ahern, T,Fraser, AD (2013) Can Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography Examination (MSUS) Predict Outcome In Shoulder Impingement Syndrome (SIS)? A Prospective Blinded Study. Arthritis And Rheumatism :95-95

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2013

CAN MUSCULOSKELETAL ULTRASONOGRAPHY EXAMINATION (MSUS) PREDICT OUTCOME IN SHOULDER IMPINGEMENT SYNDROME (SIS)? A PROSPECTIVE BLINDED STUDY

Khan, M,McCreesh, K,Saeed, A,Ahern, T,Fraser, A (2013) CAN MUSCULOSKELETAL ULTRASONOGRAPHY EXAMINATION (MSUS) PREDICT OUTCOME IN SHOULDER IMPINGEMENT SYNDROME (SIS)? A PROSPECTIVE BLINDED STUDY. Annals Of The Rheumatic Diseases :1015-1015

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2013

INCREASED SUPRASPINATUS THICKNESS WITH REDUCED ACROMOHUMERAL DISTANCE IN PEOPLE WITH MILD AND MODERATE ROTATOR CUFF TENDINOPATHY: A RELIABILITY AND COMPARATIVE STUDY

Mccreesh, K,Anjum, S,Crotty, J,Lewis, J (2013) INCREASED SUPRASPINATUS THICKNESS WITH REDUCED ACROMOHUMERAL DISTANCE IN PEOPLE WITH MILD AND MODERATE ROTATOR CUFF TENDINOPATHY: A RELIABILITY AND COMPARATIVE STUDY. Annals Of The Rheumatic Diseases :725-725

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2012

THE INFLUENCE OF ABDOMINAL FAT ON BONE MINERAL DENSITY

Toomey, C,McCreesh, K,Jakeman, P (2012) THE INFLUENCE OF ABDOMINAL FAT ON BONE MINERAL DENSITY. Journal Of Aging And Physical Activity :178-178

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2006

Outcome measures in randomised controlled trials of rotator cuff disorders: a fifteen year audit and systematic review

Mccreesh, K (2006) Outcome measures in randomised controlled trials of rotator cuff disorders: a fifteen year audit and systematic review. University of Coventry, Coventry, UK

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