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Marie-Louise Bird

Dr Marie-Louise Bird

Marie-Louise Bird

Lecturer, Allied Health

Room C104 , Building C

+61 3 6324 5497 (phone)

+61 3 6324 3685 (fax)

Marie-Louise.Bird@utas.edu.au

Recent advances in accessibility to personal and smart technology have impacted on how we measure and promote physical activity and exercise. Marie-Louise brings nearly 20 years of clinical practice as a physiotherapist to inform her teaching and research roles at the University. She models a commitment to life-long learning in her academic and professional life. She is skilled at managing diverse workloads and enjoys working as part of a team.

Biography

Dr Marie-Louise Bird studied physiotherapy at the University of Queensland and worked clinically for 15 years in a variety of acute hospital, community and rural settings. This background has provided depth for her teaching and research interests. As well this has impacted on the professional and leadership roles she has nationally.

She has led projects in rural health and for the Australian Physiotherapy Association in education, reflecting her commitment to lifelong learning. She has lectured at the University of Tasmania since 2004. She is the Tasmanian representative on the Gerontology Physiotherapy Association, and a former member of AHPRA. She is an invited reviewer for The Physiotherapy Research Fund grant applications serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Fitness Research.

Career summary

Qualifications

PhD, University of Tasmania, Australia, 2012. Thesis: The Effect of Exercise and Physical Activity on Intrinsic Physical Fall Risks
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of Queensland, Australia. 1983
Diploma of Education (Adult Learning), University of New England, Australia. 1999
Diploma of Pilates for Rehabilitation, Polestar International. 2011

Memberships

Professional practice

Member of The Australian Physiotherapy Association
Gerontology Physiotherapy Australia
Neurology Physiotherapy Australia
Telehealth for Stroke Community of Practice (Co-Lead physical and sensory group)

Committee associations

National Committee Gerontology Physiotherapy Australia
Mentor for Polestar Pilates International
Co-organiser academic writing group

Administrative expertise

Marie-Louise has developed and co-ordinated units in the Clinical Exericise PhysiologyHonours program, including recently 'Exercise for Neurological and Neuromuscular conditions' and 'Exercise for Musculoskeletal Conditions'. She contributes to teaching in the Exercise and Sports Science Bachelor program across all years. From using flipped curriculum in first year anatomy units to knowledge translation strategies in third year research units, she models user-centre learning and a commitment to supporting and developing an attitude of lifelong learning in the students she works with.

Teaching

foundation musculoskeletal, respiratory and nervous system anatomy; Applied neuroscience, functional anatomy with problem solving, clinical reasoning and pattern recognition relating to motion analysis, gait and posture.

Teaching expertise

Dr Bird coordinates units and provides lectures, tutorials and practical classes in Anatomy and Physiology for undergraduate health and exercise science students.

Teaching responsibility

Dr Bird is the unit coordinator for the units:

Kinesiology (CXA232)
Scientific Principles of Strength and Conditioning (CXA304)
Applied Anatomy and Neuroscience (CXA307) a unit which she developed to allow health and exercise science students to transition more easily to post-graduate physiotherapy courses

She also teaches in the three nursing bioscience units:

Research Appointments

Honorary Affiliate, Department of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia 2019-2024.

Research Invitations

Invited speaker Charles Perkins Symposium (2014)
Invited speaker Australian Physiotherapy Association national conference (October 2015)
Invited reviewer Preventive Medicine
Developmental Neuroscience
Aging and Clinical and Experimental Research
PLOS One
American Journal of Preventative Medicine
Journal of Fitness Research
BMC Public Health
European Journal of Sports Science
International Journal of Exercise Science
Journal of the American Geriatric Society
Age and Aging
Journal of Aging and Physical Activity

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Expertise

Technology based interventions for rehabilitation
Exercise for fall risk reduction

Research Themes

Dr Bird's research aligns with the university's research theme of Better Health. The main focus of Dr Bird's research is to improve engagement of older adults with relevant types of physical activity and exercise, with the goal of reducing sedentary behaviour and reducing fall risks. To do this she works within the 'Exercise' and 'SPORT' groups in the School of Health Sciences. Present topics of particular interest include the growing area of use of technology for functional clinical assessment and interventions across diverse populations. Examples include measurement and enhancement of activity in community older adults, to kinect based software for rehabilitation in stroke. As well exercise interventions to reduce fall risk remain a passion. She currently has research links with the National Aging Research Institute (NARI), Menzies Institute for Medical Research.

Collaboration

Marie-Louise is involved in three international projects that have followed on from her post-doctoral fellowship in Canada in 2017-2018. These include partnerships with non-government organisations and Canadian universities that hold 3.8 million dollars in funding.

Awards

Florey Centre for Brain Health Stroke 'Future Leader' program

Current projects

Development of a website Clinical Educators (CEs) supervising physiotherapy students during their professional practice placements.
Development of a tablet based application designed for use in clinical practice and health research to streamline the collection and recording of pain, fatigue and exertion data from clients (FREE).

Fields of Research

Preventative health care (420605)
Exercise physiology (420702)
Neurology and neuromuscular diseases (320905)
Physiotherapy (420106)
Aged health care (420301)
Motor control (420703)
Sports science and exercise (420799)
Health services and systems (420399)
Rehabilitation (420109)
Higher education (390303)
Nutrition and dietetics (321099)
Biomechanics (420701)
Implementation science and evaluation (420312)
Rheumatology and arthritis (320223)
Central nervous system (320903)
Health promotion (420603)
Primary health care (420319)
Health and community services (420305)
Education assessment and evaluation (390402)
Other education (399999)
Medicine, nursing and health curriculum and pedagogy (390110)
Mental health services (420313)
Medical physiology (320899)
Pain (320218)
Epidemiology (420299)
Metabolic medicine (320507)
Clinical sciences (320299)
Science, technology and engineering curriculum and pedagogy (390113)
Rural and remote health services (420321)
Respiratory diseases (320103)
Educational technology and computing (390405)
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander public health and wellbeing (450417)
People with disability (420318)
Aged care nursing (420502)
Neurosciences (320999)
Drama, theatre and performance studies (360403)
Geriatrics and gerontology (320210)
Health surveillance (420310)
Agricultural biotechnology (300199)
Public health nutrition (321005)
Health counselling (420307)
Residential client care (420320)
Sports medicine (320225)
Health care administration (420306)
Human information interaction and retrieval (461003)

Research Objectives

Preventive medicine (200412)
Allied health therapies (excl. mental health services) (200301)
Health related to ageing (200502)
Clinical health (200199)
Specific population health (excl. Indigenous health) (200599)
Behaviour and health (200401)
Other health (209999)
Evaluation of health outcomes (200202)
Health education and promotion (200203)
Nutrition (200410)
Disability and functional capacity (200403)
Nursing (200307)
Provision of health and support services (200399)
Other education and training (169999)
Health status (incl. wellbeing) (200407)
Health system performance (incl. effectiveness of programs) (200206)
Learner and learning (160199)
Telehealth (200208)
Teaching and instruction technologies (160304)
Evaluation of health and support services (200299)
Mental health services (200305)
Women's and maternal health (200509)
Teacher and instructor development (160303)
Higher education (160102)
Determinants of health (200201)
Human pain management (200103)
Rural and remote area health (200508)
The performing arts (130104)
Health inequalities (200204)
Injury prevention and control (200408)
Prevention of human diseases and conditions (200104)
Primary care (200310)

Publications

Total publications

116

Highlighted publications

(4 outputs)

Year	Type	Citation
2020	Journal Article	Bird ML, Elmer S, Osborne RH, Flittner A, O'Brien JA, 'Training physiotherapists to be responsive to their clients' health literacy needs', Physiotherapy Theory and Practice ISSN 0959-3985 (2020) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2020.1850956 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1Web of Science - 1 Co-authors: Elmer S; Flittner A; O'Brien JA Tweet
2019	Journal Article	Bernhardt J, Borschmann KN, Kwakkel G, Burridge JS, Eng JJ, et al., 'Setting the scene for the Second Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation Roundtable', International Journal of Stroke, 14, (5) pp. 450-456. ISSN 1747-4930 (2019) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1177/1747493019851287 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 25Web of Science - 26 Tweet
2019	Journal Article	Eng JJ, Bird ML, Godecke E, Hoffmann TC, Laurin C, et al., 'Moving stroke rehabilitation research evidence into clinical practice: Consensus-based core recommendations from the Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation Roundtable', International Journal of Stroke, 14, (8) pp. 766-773. ISSN 1747-4930 (2019) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1177/1747493019873597 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 17Web of Science - 16 Tweet
2014	Journal Article	Bird M-L, Fell J, 'Positive long-term effects of pilates exercise on the aged-related decline in balance and strength in older, community-dwelling men and women', Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 22, (3) pp. 342-347. ISSN 1063-8652 (2014) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1123/JAPA.2013-0006 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 27Web of Science - 21 Co-authors: Fell J Tweet

Journal Article

(59 outputs)

Year	Citation	Altmetrics
2022	Atoyebi O, Eng JJ, Routhier F, Bird M-L, Mortenson WB, 'A systematic review of systematic reviews of needs of family caregivers of older adults with dementia', European Journal of Ageing, 19 pp. 381-396. ISSN 1613-9372 (2022) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1007/s10433-021-00680-0 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 3Web of Science - 3 Tweet
2022	Bird ML, Peel FM, Schmidt M, Fini NA, Ramage E, et al., 'Mobility focussed physical outcome measures over telecommunication technology (Zoom): intra and inter-rater reliability trial', JMIR rehabilitation and assistive technologies, 9, (3) Article 38101. ISSN 2369-2529 (2022) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.2196/38101 [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Peel FM; Schmidt M; Mather C; Ahuja KDK; Bridgman H Tweet
2022	Gagnon M-A, Batchko CS, Bird M-L, Labbe B, Best KL, 'Feasibility of a remotely supervised home-based group eHealth Fitness and Mobility Exercise program for stroke: French-Canadian version preliminary study', Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation Article online ahead of print. ISSN 1074-9357 (2022) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1080/10749357.2021.2012008 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 2Web of Science - 2 Tweet
2022	Janssen H, Bird M-L, Luker J, Seller B, Berndt A, et al., 'Impairments, and physical design and culture of a rehabilitation unit influence stroke survivor activity: qualitative analysis of rehabilitation staff perceptions', Disability and Rehabilitation pp. 1-6. ISSN 0963-8288 (2022) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2021.2019840 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 2Web of Science - 1 Tweet
2022	Janssen H, Bird ML, Luker J, McCluskey A, Blennerhassett J, et al., 'Stroke survivors' perceptions of the factors that influence engagement in activity outside dedicated therapy sessions in a rehabilitation unit: A qualitative study', Clinical Rehabilitation, 36, (6) pp. 822-830. ISSN 0269-2155 (2022) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1177/02692155221087424 [eCite] [Details] Tweet
2022	Lui M, McKellar K, Cooper S, Eng JJ, Bird M-L, 'Evaluating the impact of a training program to support transitioning from the hospital to the community for people after stroke: a community case study', BMC Health Services Research, 22 Article 30. ISSN 1472-6963 (2022) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1186/s12913-021-07436-7 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1Web of Science - 1 Tweet
2022	Mawer T, Kent K, Williams AD, McGowan CJ, Murray S, et al., 'The knowledge, barriers and opportunities to improve nutrition and physical activity amongst young people attending an Australian youth mental health service: a mixed-methods study', BMC Health Services Research, 22 pp. 789. ISSN 1472-6963 (2022) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1186/s12913-022-08182-0 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1 Co-authors: Mawer T; Kent K; Williams AD; McGowan CJ; Murray S; Hardcastle S; Bridgman H Tweet
2022	Williams AD, O'Brien J, Mulford J, Mathew R, Thapa DK, et al., 'Effect of combined exercise training and behaviour change counselling versus usual care on physical activity in patients awaiting hip and knee arthroplasty: A randomised controlled trial', Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Open, 4, (4) Article 100308. ISSN 2665-9131 (2022) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.ocarto.2022.100308 [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Williams AD; O'Brien J; Cheney M; Schmidt M Tweet
2021	Gururaj S, Bird M-L, Borschmann K, Eng JJ, Watkins CL, et al., 'Evidence-based stroke rehabilitation: do priorities for practice change and feasibility of implementation vary across high income, upper and lower-middle income countries?', Disability and Rehabilitation Article online ahead of print. ISSN 0963-8288 (2021) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2021.1910737 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1Web of Science - 1 Tweet
2021	Lynch EA, Connell LA, Carvalho LB, Bird M-L, 'Do clinical guidelines guide clinical practice in stroke rehabilitation? An international survey of health professionals', Disability and Rehabilitation Article ePub ahead of print. ISSN 0963-8288 (2021) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2021.1891304 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1Web of Science - 2 Tweet
2021	Yang C-L, Bird M-L, Eng JJ, 'Implementation and evaluation of the Graded Repetitive Arm Supplementary Program (GRASP) for People With Stroke in a real world community setting: Case report', Physical Therapy, 101, (3) pp. 1-8. ISSN 0031-9023 (2021) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1093/ptj/pzab008 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1Web of Science - 3 Tweet
2021	Yang C-L, Labbe D, Sakakibara BM, Vissers J, Bird ML, 'World Cafe- a community conversation: a Canadian perspective on stroke survivors needs for community integration', Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation pp. 1-9. ISSN 1074-9357 (2021) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1080/10749357.2021.1928839 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1Web of Science - 1 Tweet
2020	Bird M-L, Mortenson WB, Eng JJ, 'Evaluation and facilitation of intervention fidelity in community exercise programs through an adaptation of the TIDier framework', BMC Health Services Research, 68 pp. 1-7. ISSN 1472-6963 (2020) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1186/s12913-020-4919-y [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 8Web of Science - 8 Tweet
2020	Bird ML, Elmer S, Osborne RH, Flittner A, O'Brien JA, 'Training physiotherapists to be responsive to their clients' health literacy needs', Physiotherapy Theory and Practice ISSN 0959-3985 (2020) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2020.1850956 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1Web of Science - 1 Co-authors: Elmer S; Flittner A; O'Brien JA Tweet
2020	Bridgman H, Bird ML, Heyworth KJ, Maine G, Hardcastle SG, et al., 'Evaluating an interprofessional workshop on persistent pain: the role of adult learning and social identity theories', Journal of Applied Learning & Teaching, 3, (Special Issue No.1) pp. 129-139. ISSN 2591-801X (2020) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.37074/jalt.2020.3.s1.11 [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Bridgman H; Heyworth KJ; Maine G; Hardcastle SG; Murray SL; Radford J; Elmer SL; Norris KA; Dean T; Marlow AH; Williams AD; Todd A Tweet
2020	Bridgman H, Todd A, Maine G, Hardcastle S, Bird ML, et al., 'Piloting an interprofessional chronic pain management program: perspectives of health students and community clients', Journal of Interprofessional Care pp. 1-10. ISSN 1356-1820 (2020) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1080/13561820.2020.1830047 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1Web of Science - 1 Co-authors: Bridgman H; Todd A; Maine G; Hardcastle S; Radford J; Marlow A; Elmer S; Murray S; Norris K; Dean T; Williams A Tweet
2020	Johnson L, Bird ML, Muthalib M, Teo WP, 'An innovative STRoke interactive virtual thErapy (STRIVE) online platform for community-dwelling stroke survivors: A randomized controlled trial', Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101, (7) pp. 1131-1137. ISSN 0003-9993 (2020) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2020.03.011 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 16Web of Science - 14 Tweet
2020	Louie DR, Bird ML, Menon C, Eng JJ, 'Perspectives on the prospective development of stroke-specific lower extremity wearable monitoring technology: A qualitative focus group study with physical therapists and individuals with stroke', Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation, 17, (1) pp. 1-11. ISSN 1743-0003 (2020) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1186/s12984-020-00666-6 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 11Web of Science - 8 Tweet
2020	Morris JH, Bernhardsson S, Bird M-L, Connell L, Lynch E, et al., 'Implementation in rehabilitation: a roadmap for practitioners and researchers', Disability and Rehabilitation, 42, (22) pp. 3265-3274. ISSN 0963-8288 (2020) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2019.1587013 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 18Web of Science - 19 Tweet
2019	Bernhardt J, Borschmann KN, Kwakkel G, Burridge JS, Eng JJ, et al., 'Setting the scene for the Second Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation Roundtable', International Journal of Stroke, 14, (5) pp. 450-456. ISSN 1747-4930 (2019) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1177/1747493019851287 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 25Web of Science - 26 Tweet
2019	Bird ML, Miller T, Connell LA, Eng JJ, 'Moving stroke rehabilitation evidence into practice: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials', Clinical Rehabilitation, 33, (10) pp. 1586-1595. ISSN 0269-2155 (2019) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1177/0269215519847253 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 13Web of Science - 13 Tweet
2019	Bird ML, Mortenson BW, Chu F, Acerra N, Bagnall E, et al., 'Building a bridge to the community: An integrated knowledge translation approach to improving participation in community-based exercise for people after stroke', Physical Therapy, 99, (3) pp. 286-296. ISSN 0031-9023 (2019) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1093/ptj/pzy146 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 16Web of Science - 15 Tweet
2019	Eng JJ, Bird ML, Godecke E, Hoffmann TC, Laurin C, et al., 'Moving stroke rehabilitation research evidence into clinical practice: Consensus-based core recommendations from the Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation Roundtable', International Journal of Stroke, 14, (8) pp. 766-773. ISSN 1747-4930 (2019) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1177/1747493019873597 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 17Web of Science - 16 Tweet
2019	Gibbons TJ, Bird ML, 'Exercising on different unstable surfaces increases core abdominal muscle thickness: An observational study using real-time ultrasound', Journal of Sport Rehabilitation, 28, (8) pp. 803-808. ISSN 1056-6716 (2019) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1123/jsr.2017-0385 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 6Web of Science - 4 Co-authors: Gibbons TJ Tweet
2019	Harris A, Austin M, Blake TM, Bird ML, 'Perceived benefits and barriers to yoga participation after stroke: A focus group approach', Complementary therapies in clinical practice, 34 pp. 153-156. ISSN 1744-3881 (2019) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2018.11.015 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 9Web of Science - 8 Tweet
2019	Lew R, Bird M-L, 'Deep muscles, deeper understanding: An investigation into abdominal muscle activation during vocalization and the impact of active training for the stage actor', Journal of Interdisciplinary Voice Studies, 4, (1) pp. 71-84. ISSN 2057-0341 (2019) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1386/jivs.4.1.71_1 [eCite] [Details] Tweet
2019	Simpson DB, Bird M-L, English C, Gall SL, Breslin M, et al., 'Connecting patients and therapists remotely using technology is feasible and facilitates exercise adherence after stroke', Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation pp. 1-11. ISSN 1074-9357 (2019) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1080/10749357.2019.1690779 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 9Web of Science - 10 Co-authors: Simpson DB; Gall SL; Breslin M; Schmidt M; Callisaya ML Tweet
2019	van Wijck F, Bernhardt J, Billinger SA, Bird ML, Eng J, et al., 'Improving life after stroke needs global efforts to implement evidence-based physical activity pathways', International Journal of Stroke, 14, (5) pp. 457-459. ISSN 1747-4930 (2019) [Contribution to Refereed Journal] DOI: 10.1177/1747493019840930 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 10Web of Science - 10 Tweet
2018	Bird M-L, El Haber N, Batchelor F, Hill K, Wark JD, 'Vitamin D and parathyroid hormone are associated with gait instability and poor balance performance in mid-age to older aged women', Gait and Posture, 59 pp. 71-75. ISSN 0966-6362 (2018) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2017.09.036 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 11Web of Science - 9 Tweet
2018	Bird M-L, Eng JJ, Sakakibara BM, 'Predicting interest to use mobile-device telerehabilitation (mRehab) by baby-boomers with stroke', AIMS Medical Science, 5, (4) pp. 337-347. ISSN 2375-1576 (2018) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.3934/medsci.2018.4.337 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Web of Science - 2 Tweet
2018	Johnson L, Bird ML, Muthalib M, Teo W-P, 'Innovative STRoke Interactive Virtual thErapy (STRIVE) online platform for community-dwelling stroke survivors: a randomised controlled trial protocol', BMJ Open, 8, (1) Article e018388. ISSN 2044-6055 (2018) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-018388 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 8Web of Science - 11 Tweet
2018	Mainsbridge CP, Ahuja KDK, Williams AD, Bird ML, Cooley PD, et al., 'Blood pressure response to interrupting workplace sitting time with non-exercise physical activity: Results of a 12-month cohort study', Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, 60, (9) pp. 769-774. ISSN 1076-2752 (2018) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1097/JOM.0000000000001377 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 16Web of Science - 16 Co-authors: Mainsbridge CP; Ahuja KDK; Williams AD; Pedersen SJ Tweet
2018	McLaine SJ, Bird M-L, Ginn KA, Hartley T, Fell JW, 'Shoulder extension strength: a potential risk factor for shoulder pain in young swimmers?', Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport ISSN 1440-2440 (2018) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.jsams.2018.11.008 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 6Web of Science - 9 Co-authors: McLaine SJ; Hartley T; Fell JW Tweet
2018	McLaine SJ, Ginn KA, Fell JW, Bird M-L, 'Isometric shoulder strength in young swimmers', Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 21, (1) pp. 35-39. ISSN 1440-2440 (2018) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.jsams.2017.05.003 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 13Web of Science - 16 Co-authors: McLaine SJ; Fell JW Tweet
2018	McLaine SJ, Ginn KA, Fell JW, Bird M-L, 'Scapular upward rotation position is symmetrical in swimmers without current shoulder pain', Physical Therapy in Sport, 29 pp. 9-13. ISSN 1466-853X (2018) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2017.09.003 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1Web of Science - 2 Co-authors: McLaine SJ; Fell JW Tweet
2018	O'Brien J, Hamilton K, Williams A, Fell J, Mulford J, et al., 'Improving physical activity, pain and function in patients waiting for hip and knee arthroplasty by combining targeted exercise training with behaviour change counselling: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial', Trials, 19 Article 425. ISSN 1745-6215 (2018) [Contribution to Refereed Journal] DOI: 10.1186/s13063-018-2808-z [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 4Web of Science - 3 Co-authors: O'Brien J; Williams A; Fell J; Cheney M Tweet
2018	Williams AD, Bird ML, Hardcastle SGK, Kirschbaum M, Ogden KJ, et al., 'Exercise for reducing falls in people living with and beyond cancer', Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews pp. 1-66. ISSN 1469-493X (2018) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD011687.pub2 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 14Web of Science - 11 Co-authors: Williams AD; Hardcastle SGK; Kirschbaum M; Ogden KJ Tweet
2017	Beckett JM, Bird M-L, Pittaway J, Ahuja KDK, 'Online dietary advice for the symptomatic management of multiple sclerosis: a scoping review protocol', JBI Database of Systematic Reviews and Implementation Reports, 15, (2) pp. 230-235. ISSN 2202-4433 (2017) [Contribution to Refereed Journal] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Beckett JM; Pittaway J; Ahuja KDK Tweet
2017	Cannell J, Jovic E, Rathjen A, Lane K, Tyson AM, et al., 'The efficacy of interactive, motion capture-based rehabilitation on functional outcomes in an inpatient stroke population: a randomized controlled trial', Clinical Rehabilitation pp. 1-10. ISSN 0269-2155 (2017) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1177/0269215517720790 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 25Web of Science - 22 Co-authors: Cannell J; Rathjen A; Tyson AM; Callisaya ML; Ahuja KD Tweet
2017	Elmer S, Bridgman H, Williams A, Bird ML, Murray S, et al., 'Evaluation of a Health Literacy Program for Chronic Conditions', Health Literacy Research and Practice, 1, (3) pp. e100-e108. ISSN 2474-8307 (2017) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.3928/24748307-20170523-01 [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Elmer S; Bridgman H; Williams A; Murray S; Jones RP; Cheney M Tweet
2016	Bird M-L, Austin R, Fazackerley L, Almond J, 'Equipment-based pilates induces a cardiovascular response in older adults; an observational clinical trial', Journal of Fitness Research, 5, (2) pp. 30-37. ISSN 2201-5655 (2016) [Refereed Article] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Austin R; Almond J Tweet
2016	Bird M-L, Callisaya ML, Cannell J, Gibbons T, Smith ST, et al., 'Accuracy, validity, and reliability of an electronic visual analog scale for pain on a touch screen tablet in healthy older adults: A clinical trial', Interactive Journal of Medical Research, 5, (1) Article e3. ISSN 1929-073X (2016) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.2196/ijmr.4910 [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Callisaya ML; Gibbons T; Smith ST; Ahuja KDK Tweet
2016	Bird M-L, Cheney MJ, Williams AD, 'Accidental fall rates in community-dwelling adults compared to cancer survivors during and post-treatment: a systematic review With meta-analysis', Oncology Nursing Forum, 43, (2) pp. E64-E72. ISSN 0190-535X (2016) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1188/16.ONF.E64-E72 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 18Web of Science - 15 Co-authors: Cheney MJ; Williams AD Tweet
2016	Bird ML, Cannell J, Callisaya ML, Moles E, Rathjen A, et al., ''FIND Technology': Investigating the feasibility, efficacy and safety of controller-free interactive digital rehabilitation technology in an inpatient stroke population: Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial', Trials, 17, (1) Article 203. ISSN 1745-6215 (2016) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1186/s13063-016-1318-0 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 17Web of Science - 14 Co-authors: Callisaya ML; Tyson A Tweet
2016	McLaine S, Ginn KA, Kitic CM, Fell JW, Bird ML, 'The reliability of strength tests performed in elevated shoulder positions using a hand-held dynamometer', Journal of Sport Rehabilitation, (Technical Report 20) pp. 1-4. ISSN 1056-6716 (2016) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1123/jsr.2015-0034 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 22 Co-authors: McLaine S; Kitic CM; Fell JW Tweet
2016	Pedersen SJ, Kitic CM, Bird M-L, Mainsbridge CP, Cooley PD, 'Is self-reporting workplace activity worthwhile? Validity and reliability of occupational sitting and physical activity questionnaire in desk-based workers', BMC Public Health, 16 Article 836. ISSN 1471-2458 (2016) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1186/s12889-016-3537-4 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 27Web of Science - 26 Co-authors: Pedersen SJ; Kitic CM; Mainsbridge CP; Cooley PD Tweet
2015	Barker AL, Bird M-L, Talevski J, 'Effect of pilates exercise for improving balance in older adults: a systematic review with meta-analysis', Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 96, (4) pp. 715-723. ISSN 0003-9993 (2015) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2014.11.021 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 49Web of Science - 45 Tweet
2015	Bird M-L, Shing C, Mainsbridge C, Cooley D, Pedersen S, 'Activity behaviors of university staff in the workplace: a pilot study', Journal of Physical Activity & Health, 12, (8) pp. 1128-1132. ISSN 1543-3080 (2015) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1123/jpah.2014-0259 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 7Web of Science - 3 Co-authors: Shing C; Mainsbridge C; Cooley D; Pedersen S Tweet
2015	Bird ML, Clark B, Millar J, Whetton S, Smith S, 'Exposure to 'exergames' increases older adults' perception of the usefulness of technology for improving health and physical activity: a pilot study', JMIR Serious Games, 3, (2) Article e8. ISSN 2291-9279 (2015) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.2196/games.4275 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 30Web of Science - 23 Co-authors: Whetton S Tweet
2014	Bird M-L, Fell J, 'Positive long-term effects of pilates exercise on the aged-related decline in balance and strength in older, community-dwelling men and women', Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 22, (3) pp. 342-347. ISSN 1063-8652 (2014) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1123/JAPA.2013-0006 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 27Web of Science - 21 Co-authors: Fell J Tweet
2014	Mole JL, Bird M-L, Fell JW, 'The effect of transversus abdominis activation on exercise-related transient abdominal pain', Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 17, (3) pp. 261-265. ISSN 1440-2440 (2014) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.jsams.2013.05.018 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 3Web of Science - 3 Co-authors: Mole JL; Fell JW Tweet
2013	Bird M-L, Hill KD, Robertson I, Ball MJ, Pittaway JK, et al., 'The association between aeasonal variation in vitamin D, postural sway, and falls risk: an observational cohort study', Journal of Aging Research, 2013 Article 751310. ISSN 2090-2204 (2013) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1155/2013/751310 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 13 Co-authors: Robertson I; Ball MJ; Pittaway JK; Williams AD Tweet
2013	Bird M-L, Hill KD, Robertson IK, Ball MJ, Pittaway J, et al., 'Serum [25(OH)D] status, ankle strength and activity show seasonal variation in older adults: relevance for winter falls in higher latitudes', Age and Ageing, 42, (2) pp. 181-185. ISSN 0002-0729 (2013) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1093/ageing/afs067 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 22Web of Science - 21 Co-authors: Robertson IK; Ball MJ; Pittaway J; Williams AD Tweet
2013	Bird M-L, Pittaway JK, Cusick I, Rattray M, Ahuja KDK, 'Age-Related Changes in Physical Fall Risk Factors: Results from a 3 Year Follow-up of Community Dwelling Older Adults in Tasmania, Australia', International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 10, (11) pp. 5989-5997. ISSN 1660-4601 (2013) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.3390/ijerph10115989 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 49Web of Science - 42 Co-authors: Pittaway JK; Ahuja KDK Tweet
2013	Pittaway JK, Ahuja KDK, Beckett JM, Bird ML, Robertson IK, et al., 'Make vitamin D while the sun shines, take supplements when it doesn't: a longitudinal, observational study of older adults in Tasmania, Australia', PLoS One, 8, (3) Article e59063. ISSN 1932-6203 (2013) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0059063 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 26Web of Science - 20 Co-authors: Pittaway JK; Ahuja KDK; Beckett JM; Robertson IK; Ball MJ Tweet
2012	Bird M-L, Hill KD, Fell JW, 'A Randomized Controlled Study Investigating Static and Dynamic Balance in Older Adults After Training With Pilates', Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 93, (1) pp. 43-9. ISSN 0003-9993 (2012) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2011.08.005 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 81Web of Science - 68 Co-authors: Fell JW Tweet
2011	Bird M, Hill KD, Ball M, Hetherington S, Williams AD, 'The long-term benefits of a multi-component exercise intervention to balance and mobility in healthy older adults', Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics: An International Journal Integrating Experimental, Clinical and Social Studies on Ageing, 52, (2) pp. 211-216. ISSN 0167-4943 (2011) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1016/j.archger.2010.03.021 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 56Web of Science - 49 Co-authors: Ball M; Hetherington S; Williams AD Tweet
2009	Bird M-L, Hill K, Ball M, Williams AD, 'Effects of resistance and flexibility exercise interventions on balance and related measures in older adults', Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 17, (4) pp. 444-454. ISSN 1063-8652 (2009) [Refereed Article] DOI: 10.1123/japa.17.4.444 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 59Web of Science - 50 Co-authors: Ball M; Williams AD Tweet
2009	Hetherington S, King SG, Visentin DC, Bird ML, 'A kinematic and kinetic case study of a netball shoulder pass', International Journal of Exercise Science, 2, (4) ISSN 1939-795X (2009) [Refereed Article] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Hetherington S; King SG; Visentin DC

Chapter in Book

(1 outputs)

Year	Citation	Altmetrics
2014	Bird ML, 'Multi-tasking Muscles', The Active Centre: Integrative Training for the Voice and Body, Contemporary Arts Media, R Lewis (ed), online ISBN 978-1-86295-852-4 (2014) [Other Book Chapter] [eCite] [Details]

Review

(1 outputs)

Year	Citation	Altmetrics
2015	Williams AD, Bird ML, King SG, Kirschbaum M, Ogden K, 'Exercise for preventing falls in people with cancer living in the community', The Cochrane Library, (5) pp. 1-9. ISSN 1465-1858 (2015) [Substantial Review] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Williams AD; King SG; Kirschbaum M; Ogden K

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2015

Williams AD, Bird ML, King SG, Kirschbaum M, Ogden K, 'Exercise for preventing falls in people with cancer living in the community', The Cochrane Library, (5) pp. 1-9. ISSN 1465-1858 (2015) [Substantial Review]

[eCite] [Details]

Co-authors: Williams AD; King SG; Kirschbaum M; Ogden K

Conference Publication

(53 outputs)

Year	Citation	Altmetrics
2022	Bird M-L, Choi-Lundberg D, Douglas T, Eccleston C, Eslick M, et al., 'Are our students Health Literacy Responsive?', Teaching Matters 2022, 28 November - 2 December 2022, online (2022) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Choi-Lundberg D; Douglas T; Eccleston C; Eslick M; Mather C; Maxwell H; Nash R; Sward J; Triffett L; Palmer M; Watkins K; Ogden K
2022	Bridgman H, McGowan C, Mawer TK, Murray S, Williams AD, et al., 'Integrating student practicum placements to add value to a funded project', Teaching Matters 2022, 28 November - 2 December 2022, online, University of Tasmania (2022) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Bridgman H; McGowan C; Mawer TK; Murray S; Williams AD; Hardcastle S; Kent K
2022	Manickaraj N, Rajaguru R, Bird M-L, 'Co-designing the 'transfers and mobility care' to improve care and service delivery experience in Tasmanian rural and regional residential aged-care facilities: research translation study', Celebrating the Impact of Regional Research and Education Conference 2022, 11 November 2022, Devonport, Australia (2022) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Manickaraj N; Rajaguru R
2022	Park S, Amoah D, Moretensen WB, Sakakibara BM, Bird M-L, 'eHealth Literacy and Health Information Seeking Behaviours Among People with Stroke: A Cross-Sectional Study', Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. e173-4. ISSN 0003-9993 (2022) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Amoah D
2021	Cheney M, Bird ML, O'Brien J, Brickwood K-J, Mulford J, et al., 'Challenges in recruiting clients for exercise and behaviour change interventions while waiting for joint replacement surgery', Research to Practice 2021, 6 - 8 May 2021, online (2021) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Cheney M; O'Brien J; Brickwood K-J; Fell J; Williams A
2019	Bird ML, Elmer S, O'Brien J, 'A health literacy intervention for physiotherapists to improve responsiveness to the health literacy needs of clients', World Congress for Physical Therapy, 10-13 May, Switzerland (2019) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Elmer S; O'Brien J
2019	Bridgman H, Bird M-L, Dean T, Elmer S, Hardcastle S, et al., 'Sustaining undergraduate inter-professional practice', The Australian & New Zealand Association for Health Professional Educators (ANZAHPE) 2019 Conference, 1-4 July, Canberra, ACT (2019) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Bridgman H; Dean T; Elmer S; Hardcastle S; Marlow A; Murray S; Norris K; Radford J; Todd A; Williams A
2018	Bridgman H, Maine G, Murray SL, Williams AD, Hardcastle SG, et al., 'Evaluation of an interprofessional, student co-facilitated community chronic pain management program', Teaching Matters 2018, November, University of Tasmania, Newnham Campus, Launceston (2018) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Bridgman H; Murray SL; Williams AD; Hardcastle SG; Radford JC; Todd A; Elmer SL; Dean T; Norris K; Marlow AH
2017	Beckett JM, Bird ML, Pittaway JK, Ahuja KDK, 'Online dietary advice for the symptomatic management of multiple sclerosis', Proceedings of the Nutrition Society of Australia 40th Annual Scientific Meeting, 30 November - 2 December 2017, Melbourne (2017) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Beckett JM; Pittaway JK; Ahuja KDK
2017	Bird ML, Elmer S, O'Brien JA, 'Improve Health Literacy Responsiveness; Improve Client Outcomes', at Australian Physiotherapy Association National Conference Momentum', 7-9 September 2017, Sydney (2017) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Elmer S; O'Brien JA
2017	Jovic E, Bird ML, Cannell J, Rathjen A, Lane K, et al., 'Is interactive, motion-capture rehabilitation effective on functional outcomes in an inpatient stroke population: A randomised control trial', 27th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Stroke Society of Australasia, 23 - 25 August 2017, Queenstown, New Zealand (2017) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Cannell J; Rathjen A; Tyson A; Callisaya M; Ahuja K
2017	Jovic E, Bird ML, Cannell JA, Rathjen A, Lane K, et al., 'Can interactive, motion-capture-based rehabilitation in an inpatient stroke population increase physical activity levels for people undergoing rehabilitation for stroke?', 27th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Stroke Society of Australasia, 23 - 25 August 2017, Queenstown, New Zealand (2017) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Cannell JA; Rathjen A; Tyson AM; Callisaya M; Schmidt M; Ahuja KDK
2016	Bird ML, 'Poster presentation', Research to Practice 2016, 14-16 April, 2016, Melbourne, Australia (2016) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details]
2016	Bird ML, Callisaya M, Roberts E, Moles K, Lane J, et al., 'Measuring fatigue and perceived exertion in rehabilitation', 2nd European Stroke Organisation Conference, 10-12 May, 2016, Barcelona, Spain (2016) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Callisaya M; Ahuja KDK
2016	Bird ML, Cannell J, Callisaya M, Moles E, Rathien A, et al., 'Study Protocol of 'Find Technology': a randomised control trial investigating the feasibility and efficacy of controller-free interactive digital technology in an inpatient stroke population', European Stroke Organisation Conference, 10-12 May, 2016, Barcelona, Spain (2016) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Callisaya M; Tyson AM
2016	Simpson D, Callisaya M, Schmidt M, Bird ML, Teo W-P, et al., 'Assessment: what does technology add to practice', Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, pp. S89-S90. ISSN 1063-8652 (2016) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Callisaya M; Schmidt M; Brickwood K; Watson G; Williams AD
2016	Smith ST, Bird ML, 'Interactive games for home delivery of exercise and rehabilitation interventions for older adults: An Australian perspective', Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 1-2 November 2016, Auckland, New Zealand, pp. 110-118. ISSN 0926-9630 (2016) [Refereed Conference Paper] DOI: 10.3233/978-1-61499-712-2-110 [eCite] [Details] Citations: Scopus - 1Web of Science - 1 Tweet
2015	Bird ML, 'Improving engagement with exercise and physical activity using technology', Australian Physiotherapy Conference, 3-6 October, 2015, Gold Coast, Australia (2015) [Keynote Presentation] [eCite] [Details]
2015	Bird ML, 'Is an application developed for the iPad to measure pain using a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) accurate, reliable and valid?', Australian Physiotherapy Conference, 3-6 October, 2015, Gold Coast, Australia (2015) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details]
2015	Bird ML, 'Implementation of an iteratively developed stoke specific rehabilitation system; perceptions from clinicians and the health service', Stroke 2015, 2-4 September, 2015, Melbourne, Australia (2015) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details]
2015	Bird ML, Fell JW, Williams AD, 'Allies in allied health; exercise professionals, scope of practice and interprofessional opportunities', Allied Health Professionals Symposium, 20 November, 2015, Launceston, Tasmania (2015) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Fell JW; Williams AD
2015	Bird ML, Williams AD, Ahuja KDK, Carter David, 'Changes in balance control during walking with exertion in adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: Protocol for a pilot study', TSANZ Tasmanian Branch Annual Scientific Meeting 2015, 7-8 November, 2015, Scamander, Tasmania (2015) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Williams AD; Ahuja KDK
2015	Tarr J, Farrington S, Pittaway J, Bird M-L, Hoffman K, et al., 'Challenges for this place or any place: student preferences for lecture places' in a blended learning environment', Learning for Life and Work in a Complex World: Proceedings of the 38th HERDSA Annual International Conference, 6-9 July 2015, Melbourne, Australia, pp. 446-458. ISBN 978-0-908557-96-7 (2015) [Refereed Conference Paper] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Tarr J; Farrington S; Pittaway J; Hoffman K; Douglas T; Beh C-L Tweet
2014	Bird M-L, Cannell J, Callisaya M, Moles E, Smith S, 'A single case study using Jintronix software for stroke rehabilitation and Kinect motion tracking for physical rehabilitation using a putt to stand aid and standby table', International Journal of Stroke, 28-29 August 2014, Sydney, pp. 24. ISSN 1747-4930 (2014) [Conference Extract] DOI: 10.1111/ijs.12334_2 [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Callisaya M Tweet
2014	Bird M-L, Shing C, Cooley PD, Mainsbridge C, Pedersen SJ, 'We should know better - high rates of sedentary behaviours in a University workplace', The Australian Physiotherapy Association Conference, 17-20 October 2013, Melbourne, Australia (2014) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Shing C; Cooley PD; Mainsbridge C; Pedersen SJ
2014	Bird ML, Cheney MJ, Williams A, 'Do community-dwelling adults with cancer have higher rates of accidental falls?', 6th Biennial Australian and New Zealand Falls Prevention Conference, 16-18 November, 2014, Sydney, Australia (2014) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Cheney MJ; Williams A
2014	Bird ML, Millar J, Clark BD, Whetton SG, Smith SA, 'Engaging older adults in technology to improve balance', 6th Biennial Australian and New Zealand Falls Prevention Conference, 16-18 November, 2014, Sydney Australia (2014) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Whetton SG; Smith SA
2014	Farrington S, Tarr J, Douglas T, Bird M-L, Pittaway J, et al., 'This place or any place: student preferences for lecture places' in a blended learning environment in Bioscience', Teaching Matters 2014, 2-3 December 2014, Launceston, Tasmania (2014) [Non Refereed Conference Paper] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Farrington S; Tarr J; Douglas T; Pittaway J; Hoffman K; Beh CL
2014	Farrington S, Tarr JE, Douglas T, Bird M-L, Pittaway JK, et al., 'This place or any place: student preferences for lecture places' in a blended learning environment in Bioscience', Places & Spaces: Proceedings of the Teaching Matters 2014 Conference, 2-3 December 2014, Launceston, Tasmania (2014) [Non Refereed Conference Paper] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Farrington S; Tarr JE; Douglas T; Pittaway JK; Hoffman KM; Beh CL
2014	Pittaway J, Ahuja KDK, Beckett JM, Bird ML, Robertson I, et al., 'Long-term follow-up of determinants of seasonal variation in vitamin D status in older adults', Thirty-Eighth Annual Scientific Meeting of The Nutrition Society of Australia, 26 - 28 November, 2014, Hobart, Tasmania (2014) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Pittaway J; Ahuja KDK; Beckett JM; Robertson I; Ball M
2014	Talevski J, Baker AL, Bird ML, Rose GE, 'Pilates effect on balance and falls risk in older adults: a meta analysis', 6th Biennial Australian and New Zealand Falls Prevention Conference, 16-18 November 2014, Sydney, Australia (2014) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details]
2012	Bird M, Fell JW, 'The long-term effects of continued pilates exercise in older, community dwelling men and women', Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 13-17 August 2012, Glasgow, Scotland, pp. S174. ISSN 1063-8652 (2012) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Fell JW
2012	Bird ML, Fell JW, 'The effects of Pilates on measures of static and dynamic balance on community dwelling older adults', From Research to Practice, 19-21 April, Gold Coast, Queensland (2012) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Fell JW
2012	Bird ML, Fell JW, Reid DL, 'Spinal mobility and lung function: the acute effect of pilates on vital capacity', Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 13-17 August, 2012, Glasgow, Scotland, pp. S334. ISSN 1063-8652 (2012) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Fell JW; Reid DL
2012	Mole JL, Bird ML, Fell JW, 'Activation of core abdominal muscles and the prevalence of exercise-related transient abdominal pain', From Research to Practice: Proceedings of the 5th Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) Conference and 7th Sports Dietitians Australia, 19-21 April 2012, Gold Coast, Queensland (2012) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Mole JL; Fell JW
2012	Pittaway JK, Ahuja KDK, Beckett JM, Bird ML, Robertson IK, et al., 'Make vitamin D while the sun shines, take supplements when it doesn't', Proceedings of the Nutrition Society of Australia, 27-30 November 2012, Wollongong, Australia, pp. 654. ISSN 1836-1935 (2012) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Pittaway JK; Ahuja KDK; Beckett JM; Robertson IK; Ball MJ
2011	Bird ML, Hill KD, Robertson IK, Ball MJ, Pittaway JK, et al., 'Seasonal Variation in Vitamin D, Activity and Strength', Proceedings of 9th Asia/Oceania Regional congress of Gerontology and Geriatrics, 23-27th October 2011, Melbourne Australia (2011) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Robertson IK; Ball MJ; Pittaway JK; Williams AD
2011	Bird ML, Hill KD, Robertson IK, Ball MJ, Pittaway JK, et al., 'Are Seasonal Variations in Vitamin D and Fall Rate Associated with Changes in Balance?', Physiotherapy Conference 2011, 27-30 October 2011, Brisbane Australia (2011) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Robertson IK; Ball MJ; Pittaway JK; Williams AD
2010	Bird M-L, Collins C, Cooley PD, Fell JW, McDonagh MV, et al., 'The effects of clinical Pilates on markers of metabolic, cardiovascular and psychological health', XXXXX, 9-11 April 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, pp. 74. ISBN 978-0-646-53190-8 (2010) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Collins C; Cooley PD; Fell JW; McDonagh MV; Visentin DC
2010	Collins C, Bird ML, Visentin DC, McDonagh MV, Fell JW, 'Clinical Pilates for engaging the ageing', Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) Conference 2010 Research to Practice - Science and Nutrition in Exercise & Sport, 9-11 April 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, pp. 74. (2010) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Collins C; Visentin DC; McDonagh MV; Fell JW
2009	Bird M-L, Dornauf SB, Cornock A, Visentin DC, 'A comparative EMG study of trunk musculature using exercise equipment', Proceedings of the 7th Australasian Biomechanics Conference, November 2009, Griffith University, Gold Coast, pp. 32. ISBN 9780646524740 (2009) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Dornauf SB; Visentin DC
2009	Visentin DC, Bird ML, 'Implementing and evaluating online criterion referenced assessment in biomechanics', ANZAME: The Association for Health Professional Education, 30 June - 3 July 2009, Launceston, pp. 175. ISBN 978-0-9805787-0-6 (2009) [Conference Edited] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Visentin DC
2008	Bird M-L, Hill K, Ball MJ, Williams AD, 'Effects of resistance and flexibility exercise interventions on balance and related measure in older adults', Proceedings of the 18th Australasian Society for Psychophysiology Conference, 27-29 November 2008 , Hobart (2008) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Ball MJ; Williams AD
2008	Bird M-L, Tarr JE, 'Foundations in Bioscience - Bridging the Gap', Proceedings of the Australia and New Zealand Association of Medical Educators Conference, 10-13 July 2008 , Sydney (2008) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Tarr JE
2008	Hetherington S, Cooley PD, Bird ML, 'The efficacy of Tai Chi in reducing older adults' fall risk factors', Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 26-29th July 2008 , Tsukuba, JAPAN , pp. S85. ISSN 1063-8652 (2008) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Hetherington S; Cooley PD
2008	Hetherington S, Cooley PD, Bird ML, 'The social and functional benefits of low intensity physical activity for older people. The efficacy of Tai Chi for older Australian adults', Proceedings of the 7th World Congress on Aging and Physical Activity, 26-29th July 2008 , Tsukuba, Japan (2008) [Non Refereed Conference Paper] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Hetherington S; Cooley PD
2007	Bird M-L, 'Recording narrations to your PowerPoint lectures presentation - what are the benefits for you?', Proceedings of ANZAME, September 2007, Canberra, Australia, pp. pp31. (2007) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details]
2007	Bird M-L, Fell JW, 'Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology - where are the boundaries for exercise prescription?', 7th National Allied Health Conference, 18-20 July 2007, Hobart, Tasmania (2007) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Fell JW
2007	Bird M-L, Harrison LB, 'Two ways of teaching anatomy', Proceeding of the Australian and New Zealand Society for Clinical Anatomy, November 2007, Brisbane, Australia, pp. 1. (2007) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Harrison LB
2007	Bird M-L, Harrison LB, 'Two ways of teaching anatomy', Proceedings of ANZACA, November, 2007, Brisbane (2007) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Harrison LB
2004	Bird M-L, 'Professional development - barriers to access and barriers to learning. Are they the same?', Proceedings of the 8th International Physiotherapy Congress, 15-18 May, 2004, Adelaide, pp. 115. (2004) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details]
2004	Bird M-L, 'Measuring a professional development paradigm', Proceedings of the 8th International Physiotherapy Congress, 15-18 May, 2004, Adelaide, pp. 113. (2004) [Conference Extract] [eCite] [Details]
2004	Bird ML, 'Physiotherapy education', Proceedings of the 8th International Physiotherapy Congress, 15-18 May, 2004, Adelaide (2004) [Chair National Conference] [eCite] [Details]

Other Public Output

(2 outputs)

Year	Citation	Altmetrics
2005	Bird ML, 'Narration - Panacea or Problem', Narration - panacea or problem, University of Tasmania, Tasmania, 1, 1 (2005) [Magazine Article] [eCite] [Details]
2005	Bird ML, Tarr JE, 'Flexibility Flashing: trench coat not required', Flexibility Flashig: trench coat not required, University of Tasmania, Tasmania, 1, 1 (2005) [Magazine Article] [eCite] [Details] Co-authors: Tarr JE

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Citation

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2005

Bird ML, 'Narration - Panacea or Problem', Narration - panacea or problem, University of Tasmania, Tasmania, 1, 1 (2005) [Magazine Article]

[eCite] [Details]

2005

Bird ML, Tarr JE, 'Flexibility Flashing: trench coat not required', Flexibility Flashig: trench coat not required, University of Tasmania, Tasmania, 1, 1 (2005) [Magazine Article]

[eCite] [Details]

Co-authors: Tarr JE

Grants & Funding

Marie-Louise is an international collaborator on the 'Towards Barrier Free Communities: A Partnership for Improving Mobility, Access and Participation (MAP) Among People with Disabilities (2.5 million Canadian over 7 years) and Brain Canada 'Stroke Recovery in Motion' 1.3 million Canadian.

Funding Summary

Number of grants

Total funding

$5,533,451

Projects

ESTEEM After Stroke: Improving access to stroke rehabilitation for regional Australians (2023 - 2026)$1,485,667

Description: Stroke can impose lifelong disability requiring holistic management to optimise recovery. Access to evidenced-based rehabilitation therapies to continue stroke recovery after discharge from hospital is relatively worse for people living in regional areas compared to people living in metropolitan centres. This inequitable access contributes to poorer health outcomes and experiences for both people living with stroke and their carers. This research project will rectify this inequity and result in improved stroke recovery, and better emotional health and quality of life for regional stroke survivors and their carers. Allied health researcher CIA Janssen will lead a multi-disciplinary team of clinical and academic researchers expert in stroke recovery, health service re-design and consumer engagement research. This team will partner with: (i) consumers (stroke survivors & carers), (ii) non-government organisations (NGOs) providing community-based health care, (iii) the Primary Health Network of Hunter New England and Central Coast, (iv) the Stroke Recovery Association of NSW endorsed stroke groups and (v) Carer Gateway Australia endorsed carer groups. This research team will work with these partners to localise, implement and evaluate a co-designed peer-supported stroke recovery intervention, the ESTEEM Program. The ESTEEM Program is a multi-modal evidenced-based recovery program of exercise, socialisation and creative art activities. Regular participation in this combination of multi-modal activities is associated with better perceived stroke recovery and reduced disability. The ESTEEM Program will be delivered by NGO care providers.
Funding: Medical Research Future Fund ($1,485,667)
Scheme: Grant-Clinician Researchers - Nurses Midwives &..
Administered By: University of Newcastle
Research Team: Janssen H; Bird ML; Nilsson M; Spratt N; Johnson L; Garcia Esperon C; Haracz K; Simpson D; Levi C; Shiner C; Oldmeadow C; English C
Period: 2023 - 2026

Cornerstone Youth Services (CYS) Nutrition and Physical Activity Capacity Building Project (2020 - 2021)$47,000

Description: This project aims to increase the capacity of CYS staff to deliver best practice interventions aimed at improving nutrition, physical activity and mental health and reducing obesity risk. This project involves:1). A needs assessment involving:*A brief pre training survey instrument and focus group/s to capture CYS staff skills, ability, knowledge and confidence about nutrition interventions for mental health, physical activity and referral activity*A focus group/s with the CYS Youth Advisory Group about the nutrition and needs of CYS clients and how to best engage young people about nutrition. *A cross sectional survey of CYS youth clients who have accessed CYS in the past 12 months. The survey will measure: diet quality, access to healthy food, understanding healthy food options, where/how healthy food information is accessed, current physical activity levels, barriers to participating in physical activity, awareness of the role of regular physical activity in the maintenance of health, and acceptable information delivery methods. 2). Development of training materials for staff and materials to use with youth clients and delivery of three staff training sessions 3). Collaborative exploration and brief service mapping of potential ongoing referral pathways and partnerships focusing on enabling healthy nutrition, physical activity and obesity prevention 4). A brief post training survey instrument and focus group/s to capture change in CYS staff skills, ability, knowledge and confidence about nutrition interventions for mental health, physical activity and referral activity after engaging in the training and accessing materials.
Funding: Cornerstone Youth Services Inc ($47,000)
Scheme: Contract Research
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Bridgman H; Kent K; Murray SL; Williams AD; Hardcastle SG; Bird ML; McGowan C
Period: 2020 - 2021

Towards Barrier-Free Communities : A Partnership for Improving Mobility, Access and Participation (MAP) Among People with Disabilities (2020 - 2027)$2,510,176

Description: Our Mobility And Participation (MAP) Partnership will focus on three streams that have been identified as priorities by stakeholders, including people with mobility issues and community partners: 1) navigation and pedestrian environment accessibility, 2) transportation accessibility, and 3) social accessibility (attitudinal and social factors).
Funding: Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada ($2,510,176)
Scheme: Grant - Partnership
Administered By: University of British Columbia
Research Team: Mortenson B; Bird ML; Best K; Labbe D; Routhier F; Lamontagne M; Miller W; McColl M
Period: 2020 - 2027

Implementation of Community Based Exercise for people after stroke (2019 - 2022)$58,040

Description: This project comprises a suite of tasks that looks to translate knowledge from activities carried out in Canada and to tailor, develop and implement them in an Australian context. It forms the foundation of future international collaborations, and seeks to build capacity within the School of Health Science.
Funding: University of British Columbia ($58,040)
Scheme: Contract Research
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Bird ML
Period: 2019 - 2022

Keeping older adults well at home; determining active components in a community wellness program (2019)$7,585

Description: We are partnering with a not-for-profit community-based organisation (Community Care Northern Beaches (CCNB) Limited) who are providing a wellness (reablement) program to their client base. Pilot data from that organisation indicates that the program is having a positive impact. Through this project we will systematically identify the core components of the wellness reablement program that support individual clients' engagement with a personalised wellness plan. We will also develop a comprehensive evaluation framework linking the core program components to client-level outcomes. The outputs of this project will provide data to enable the development of larger scale implementation proposals for future funding applications.
Funding: University of Tasmania ($7,585)
Scheme: Grant- Research Enhancement Program
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: O'Brien JA; McCann DE; Bird ML; Courtney-Pratt HM; Chui K; Andrews SM
Year: 2019

Stroke Recovery in Motion (2018 - 2021)$1,214,025

Description: National scale up of community-based exercise programs for people after stroke (Canada)
Funding: Brain Canada Foundation ($1,214,025)
Scheme: Grant - Team
Administered By: University of Ottawa
Research Team: Graham I; Bayley M; Bird ML; Eng J; Ploughman M; Richardson J; Tang A; Salbach N
Period: 2018 - 2021

Improve Health Literacy Responsiveness; Improve Client Outcomes (2017)$70,425

Description: The aim of the project is to improve the quality of management of all clients being serviced by allied health professionals. The objectives are to develop health literacy learning modules that will facilitate allied health professionals to utilise new techniques and approaches to improve the quality management of their clients and long-term in order to:i)Improve health literacy for clinicians and clientsii)facilitate meaningful mutual functional and participatory goal settingiii)improve self-efficacy and self-management of clients.
Funding: MAIB Injury Prevention & Management Foundation ($70,425)
Scheme: Contract Research
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Bird ML; Elmer SL; O'Brien JA; Schneiders MA
Year: 2017

Improving physical activity, pain and function in patients waiting for hip and knee Arthroplasty by combining targeted exercise training with behaviour change counselling. (2017)$47,241

Description: Waiting for publicly funded hip or knee arthroplasty can take over 12 months, and low physical activity levels while waiting for surgery may contribute to development of multi-morbidities and reduce health benefits post-surgery. The aim of the project is to quantify the benefits of a group exercise training program with targeted behaviour change counselling on ongoing physical activity participation and health related outcomes in patients on the hip or knee arthroplasty wait list. The objectives are to compare the effectiveness of the intervention compared to a usual care control group on daily physical activity and pain ratings and markers of co-morbidities (diabetes and cardiovascular disease).
Funding: Clifford Craig Foundation ($47,241)
Scheme: Grant
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Bird ML; Mulford J; Fell JW; O'Brien JA; Williams AD
Year: 2017

Mobile Solution to Encourage Clients to Exercise at Home (2016 - 2017)$5,523

Description: The aim of the project is to engage clients in home exercise programs to improve their rehabilitation outcomes, through the development of a targeted smart phone application with individualised exercises, diary and interface with clinicians. The application will allow the clinician to take a video of the client performing exercises on their own phone, which they can then refer to when completing the exercises at home to ensure they are doing them correctly. A diary component of the application will allow the dose to be set and allow adherence to exercise to be monitored remotely by the clinician. The application will make it easier for the clinician to monitor and supervise exercise between visits, with flow on benefits to the client's progress.
Funding: MAIB Injury Prevention & Management Foundation ($5,273)
Scheme: Grant-IPMF
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Bird ML; Schmidt M; Williams AD; Ahuja KDK
Period: 2016 - 2017

TAZREACH Promoting Health Through Understanding (2015)$25,647

Description: This project will be funded through TAZREACH and seeks to address a gap in service delivery by providing a bundle of sessions designed to increase the health literacy of the participants. The sessions focus on issues pertinent to chronic disease prevention and self-management including: nutrition, physical activity, communicating with health service providers, and goal setting. Health professionals are well-placed to assist clients with low HL through education, advocacy and support, thus improving health outcomes. These sessions will be provided by health professionals from UTAS with the support of undergraduate students wherever possible.
Funding: Department of Health and Human Services Tasmania ($25,647)
Scheme: Contract Research
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Elmer SL; Murray SL; Williams AD; Bird ML; Bridgman H
Year: 2015

The investigation of abdominal muscle activation in both trained and inexperienced actors during vocalisation (2015)$6,982

Description: Stage actors are trained to maximise their full breath in order to aid projection, resonance and overall breath capacity. It isalso practiced to recover the breath quickly but the impact on effort on the full abdominal muscles have not been fully investigated, as all theresearch conducted up to this day have focused on the physical sensation of the performer and external observations as opposed to examiningthe internal abdominal mechanism.The abdominal muscles are required to stabilise the spine as well as to control breath. They are also required to provide movement that are allkey aspects of physical and vocal expression for the actor. More in-depth knowledge on how these muscles work would benefit performertraining, performer health and ultimately, better performance.An investigation whereby the internal, core mechanisms of the performer (i.e., abdominal muscle activation} is needed to advance performerhealth and performance quality.
Funding: University of Tasmania ($6,982)
Scheme: Grant-Cross-Disciplinary Incentive
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Lewis R; Bird ML
Year: 2015

Pilot RCT to evaluate use of Jintronix Rehabilitation System (2014)$18,663

Description: The proposed project will evaluate the feasibility of a novel interactive digital technology (Jintronix Rehabilitation System) for stroke rehabilitation that has recently become available in the US market but which as yet has not been evaluated in Australia. The project will randomly assign patients recovering from stroke into a standard outpatient rehabilitation control group or a usual care plus Jintronix Rehabilitation System intervention group. Functional outcomes will be assessed at two time points, before allocation and following eight weeks of intervention.
Funding: National Stroke Foundation ($18,663)
Scheme: Grant-Small Projects Scheme
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Bird ML; Smith ST; Callisaya M; Cannell J
Year: 2014

2012: *th International Society of Aging and Physical Activity, Scotland (2012)$1,200

Funding: University of Tasmania ($1,200)
Scheme: Grant-Conference Support Scheme
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Bird ML
Year: 2012

Does Balance Vary with Season in Older Tasmanians & What are the influences & Effects? (2010 - 2011)$17,254

Funding: Clifford Craig Foundation ($17,254)
Scheme: Grant
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Bird ML; Ball MJ; Williams AD
Period: 2010 - 2011

Seasonal Variation in Balance in Older Adults (2010)$18,023

Funding: Physiotherapy Research Foundation ($18,023)
Scheme: Grant-Beryl Haynes Memorial Fund
Administered By: University of Tasmania
Research Team: Bird ML; Williams AD; Ball MJ; Hill K
Year: 2010

Research Supervision

Marie-Louise attracts clinicians who are interested in research training to work with her in areas of mutual interest. Currently she is supervising students in community integration after stroke, implementation science and Telerehabilitation.

Current

Completed

Current

Degree	Title	Commenced
Masters	Codesign of a Carer-supported Home Based ExerciseProgram after Stroke	2020
PhD	Supporting Young Stroke Survivors through Engaging Messaging (SYSSTEM)	2021
PhD	Pelvic Pain Education (PPP) Codesign	2023

Completed

Degree	Title	Completed
Masters	Changes in Gait Variability and Balance Control during Exertional Walking in Adults with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Candidate: David Carter	2020
PhD	Shoulder Strength and Scapular Position in Swimmers Candidate: Sally Joanne McLaine	2019