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The Faculty of Applied Health Sciences
Department of Kinesiology
University of Waterloo

Musculoskeletal Biomechanics

Applications are currently being accepted for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Kinesiology (www.ahs.uwaterloo.ca/kin/) beginning after January 1, 2011. The successful candidate must have expertise in a field related to musculoskeletal biomechanics, such as kinesiology, physiotherapy, medicine, rehabilitation, ergonomics and/or engineering.

Areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to, applied biomechanics research related to musculoskeletal modeling, gait analysis, ergonomics, impact, tissue injury, rehabilitation, sports, or orthopaedics. Potential candidates are expected to have a strong portfolio of scholarly research including peer-reviewed publications, evidence of potential for excellence, in obtaining external research funding, and in teaching related to musculoskeletal biomechanics.

In addition to advancing a personal research program, candidates will have the opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team engaged in research in musculoskeletal biomechanics. Research opportunities exist not only within the Department of Kinesiology but also within the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences and its multiple health research centres, including the Centre of Research Expertise for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders and the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging. Duties will include research, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level, and supervising graduate students in support of the Department of Kinesiology’s mission of ‘optimizing health, preventing injuries and illness, and extending the years of high quality life’.

The closing date for applications is October 31, 2010. Applications, consisting of a statement of research interest and teaching experience, a curriculum vitae, and the names and affiliations of three referees should be sent electronically to the attention of: Professor J.W.E. Rush, Chair, Department of Kinesiology, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3G1 Canada (sent via email to Mrs. Ruth Gooding, Executive Assistant to the Chair: gooding@uwaterloo.ca). Applicants should also arrange for the three indicated referees to provide letters of reference directly to the same electronic address prior to the closing date for applications.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Waterloo encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, native peoples, and persons with disabilities.

Hello there,

I'm looking around to get my hands on a second hand polhemus fasttrak.
If anybody can help me please email : emmanuel.audenaert@ugent.be

I am a physiotherapist undertaking some research involving joint laxity at the shoulder.
How is glenohumeral anterior-posterior translation best quantified non-invasively? I have read a few articles on the subject – all using various methods. Cutaneous electromagnetic sensors have been used however my concern is that as they are cutaneous any joint movement will influence the results due to changes in the position of sensors from skin movement and changes in muscle bulk. Ultrasound avoids this limitation (and has recently been correlated with stress radiography showing good/excellent outcomes) however I wonder how difficult it is to identify the bony landmarks and maintain a reference point during active movement – I believe all studies to date have looked at passive translation of the joint in a static position. For my study it would be clinically more relevant to measure translation during active movement in order to take into account of the effects of dynamic stability/control. Any other ideas would be much appreciated.

Thanks

Dear colleagues,

I'm studying the upper limb's joint reaction forces with inverse dynamics model. I've found some 'problems' when the glenohumeral joint rotation center is estimated with the regression equations, proposed by Meskers et al (1998). During the movement that is being analyzed, the scapula doesn't move (or at least, has a minimal movement). So, it's not a 'problem' of relative movement between the scapula and the reflexive markers. Specifically, the problem is the coordinate values in the 'z axis'. The glenohumeral joint rotation center, in that axis, is 8 centimeters away. It seems to be overstimated. The matlab routine, I believe, has no problems. The reflexive markers position, in relation to the anatomical references, seems to be right.
Does someone, ever had a 'problem' similar to that? Or these values seems to be right? I would welcome any suggestion.

Daniel Cury Ribeiro

I would know if studies have been done on the neutral position of the rotator cuff muscles in the horizontal flexion.
I mean : what is the best distressed position of horizontal flexion for the rotator cuff muscles ? (for internal and external rotator)

sincerely yours
cedric dupuis