Dr. Kieran O'Sullivan
Biography
Kieran graduated from University College Dublin in 1999. In 2004 he completed an MSc in Manipulative Therapy at Curtin University of Technology, Perth, Western Australia. In 2008 he was awarded specialist member status by the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists. He joined the University of Limerick in 2005. His research interests are musculoskeletal pain and injury, low back pain in particular. He completed his PhD on low back pain in 2012, funded by the Health Research Board. From 2016-2019, he moved to Qatar to head up a spinal pain centre at Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, a FIFA- and IOC-accredited centre. He returned to UL in 2019. He was awarded the 2021 President's award for research excellence and impact at UL. His research on LBP was chosen as an exemplar of research impact at UL (http://www.ul.ie/research/sites/default/files/Case-back-pain-web.pdf). He was nominated by the Faculty of Education and Health Sciences within UL for the 'Outstanding Early Career Researcher' award at UL in 2015. He has been short-listed on three occasions for the teaching excellence award at UL, and received a national Teaching Hero' award in 2021. He is currently involved in several research projects relating to musculoskeletal pain, nationally and internationally. He is the Physiotherapy Lead within Allied Health, and Course Director for the (pre-registration) MSc in Physiotherapy.Research Interests
Musculoskeletal pain and injury, in particular low back painBio-psycho-social models of care for persistent pain
Professional Activities
Education
- 2012 University of Limerick - PhD
- 2012 University of Limerick - Postgraduate Certificate - Teaching & Learning in Higher Ed
- 2004 Curtin University of Technology - M.Sc.
- 1999 NUI, Dublin - BSc (Physiotherapy)
Award
- 2008 - Specialist member status of the ISCP (Musculoskeletal)
Employment
- 2005 University Of Limerick - Lecturer
Association
- 2001 Member, Irish Society of Orthopaedic Medicine
- 1999 *Member, Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists
- 1999 *, New Zealand Society of Physiotherapists
- 1999 Clinical Interest Group of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists, Chartered Physiotherapists in Manual Therapy
Peer Reviewed Journals
Testing walking performance in patients with low back pain: will two minutes do instead of six minutes?
Hansen A.;Nim C.G.;O’Sullivan K.;O’Neill S. (2023) Testing walking performance in patients with low back pain: will two minutes do instead of six minutes?. Disability And Rehabilitation
Cognitive functional therapy with or without movement sensor biofeedback versus usual care for chronic, disabling low back pain (RESTORE): a randomised, controlled, three-arm, parallel group, phase 3, clinical trial
Kent P.;Haines T.;O'Sullivan P.;Smith A.;Campbell A.;Schutze R.;Attwell S.;Caneiro J.P.;Laird R.;O'Sullivan K.;McGregor A.;Hartvigsen J.;Lee D.C.A.;Vickery A.;Hancock M. (2023) Cognitive functional therapy with or without movement sensor biofeedback versus usual care for chronic, disabling low back pain (RESTORE): a randomised, controlled, three-arm, parallel group, phase 3, clinical trial. Lancet :1866-1877
Impact of Long-Haul Travel to International Competition on Sleep and Recovery in Elite Male and Female Soccer Athletes
Biggins M.;Purtill H.;Fowler P.;O Sullivan K.;Cahalan R. (2022) Impact of Long-Haul Travel to International Competition on Sleep and Recovery in Elite Male and Female Soccer Athletes. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance :1361-1370
The epidemiology of back injuries in elite Gaelic football athletes: An 8-year prospective study
Dekkers T.;O'Sullivan K.;Collins K.;McVeigh J.G.;Roe M.;Murphy J.C.;Blake C. (2022) The epidemiology of back injuries in elite Gaelic football athletes: An 8-year prospective study. Physical Therapy In Sport :105-111
Altered muscle strength and flexibility among a subgroup of women with chronic nonspecific low back pain: Cross-sectional case-control study
Vatandoost S.;Sheikhhoseini R.;Akhbari B.;Salavati M.;Pourahmadi M.;Farhang M.;O’Sullivan K. (2022) Altered muscle strength and flexibility among a subgroup of women with chronic nonspecific low back pain: Cross-sectional case-control study. Physiotherapy Theory And Practice
‘Keep moving, but carefully’: back pain beliefs among NHS staff
Davis J.;Newton C.;Singh G.;Nolan D.;O’Sullivan K. (2022) ‘Keep moving, but carefully’: back pain beliefs among NHS staff. European Journal Of Physiotherapy
Injury Trends for School Rugby Union in Ireland: The Need for Position-specific Injury-prevention Programs
Leahy T.M.;Kenny I.C.;Campbell M.J.;Warrington G.D.;Purtill H.;Cahalan R.;Comyns T.M.;Harrison A.J.;Lyons M.;Glynn L.G.;O’Sullivan K. (2022) Injury Trends for School Rugby Union in Ireland: The Need for Position-specific Injury-prevention Programs. Sports Health-A Multidisciplinary Approach
“There's definitely something wrong but we just don't know what it is”: A qualitative study exploring rowers' understanding of low back pain
Casey M.B.;Wilson F.;Ng L.;O'Sullivan K.;Caneiro J.P.;O'Sullivan P.B.;Horgan A.;Thornton J.S.;Wilkie K.;Timonen V.;Wall J.;McGowan E. (2022) “There's definitely something wrong but we just don't know what it is”: A qualitative study exploring rowers' understanding of low back pain. Journal Of Science And Medicine In Sport :557-563
Perimyocarditis presenting as thoracic spinal pain in a physiotherapy outpatient clinic–a case report
Sørensen B.Ø.;Straszek C.L.;Kerry R.;O’Sullivan K. (2022) Perimyocarditis presenting as thoracic spinal pain in a physiotherapy outpatient clinic–a case report. European Journal Of Physiotherapy
Psychological, social and lifestyle screening of people with low back pain treated by physiotherapists in a National Health Service musculoskeletal service: an audit
Singh G.;McNamee G.;Sharpe L.;Lucas M.;Lewis P.;Newton C.;O’Sullivan P.;Lin I.;O’Sullivan K. (2021) Psychological, social and lifestyle screening of people with low back pain treated by physiotherapists in a National Health Service musculoskeletal service: an audit. European Journal Of Physiotherapy
Lumbo-pelvic proprioception in sitting is impaired in subgroups of low back pain–But the clinical utility of the differences is unclear. A systematic review and meta-analysis
Korakakis V.;O’Sullivan K.;Kotsifaki A.;Sotiralis Y.;Giakas G. (2021) Lumbo-pelvic proprioception in sitting is impaired in subgroups of low back pain–But the clinical utility of the differences is unclear. A systematic review and meta-analysis. Plos One
Notions of "optimal" posture are loaded with meaning. Perceptions of sitting posture among asymptomatic members of the community.
Korakakis V;O'Sullivan K;Whiteley R;O'Sullivan PB;Korakaki A;Kotsifaki A;Tsaklis PV;Tsiokanos A;Giakas G; (2021) Notions of "optimal" posture are loaded with meaning. Perceptions of sitting posture among asymptomatic members of the community.. Musculoskeletal Science And Practice
Evaluation of Absenteeism, Pain, and Disability in Nurses With Persistent Low Back Pain Following Cognitive Functional Therapy: A Case Series Pilot Study With 3-Year Follow-Up.
Van Hoof W;O'Sullivan K;Verschueren S;O'Sullivan P;Dankaerts W; (2021) Evaluation of Absenteeism, Pain, and Disability in Nurses With Persistent Low Back Pain Following Cognitive Functional Therapy: A Case Series Pilot Study With 3-Year Follow-Up.. Physical therapy
'You're the best liar in the world': a grounded theory study of rowing athletes' experience of low back pain.
Wilson F;Ng L;O'Sullivan K;Caneiro JP;O'Sullivan PP;Horgan A;Thornton JS;Wilkie K;Timonen V; (2021) 'You're the best liar in the world': a grounded theory study of rowing athletes' experience of low back pain.. British journal of sports medicine
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)
Does blood flow restriction training enhance clinical outcomes in knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Grantham B;Korakakis V;O'Sullivan K; (2021) Does blood flow restriction training enhance clinical outcomes in knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis.. Physical Therapy In Sport
Protocol for a feasibility randomised controlled trial comparing cognitive functional therapy with usual physiotherapy care in people with persistent low back pain
Newton C.;Singh G.;Nolan D.;Booth V.;Diver C.;O'Neill S.;O'Sullivan K.;O'Sullivan P.;Logan P. (2021) Protocol for a feasibility randomised controlled trial comparing cognitive functional therapy with usual physiotherapy care in people with persistent low back pain. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :21-34
Participant characteristics are poorly reported in exercise trials in tendinopathy: A systematic review.
Auliffe SM;Korakakis V;Hilfiker R;Whiteley R;O'Sullivan K; (2021) Participant characteristics are poorly reported in exercise trials in tendinopathy: A systematic review.. Physical Therapy In Sport
The strength of association between psychological factors and clinical outcome in tendinopathy: A systematic review.
Stubbs C;Mc Auliffe S;Mallows A;O'sullivan K;Haines T;Malliaras P; (2020) The strength of association between psychological factors and clinical outcome in tendinopathy: A systematic review.. Plos One
The importance of sleep in dance
O'Sullivan K.;Cahalan R.;Thomson B.L. (2020) The importance of sleep in dance. Complete Irish Dancer: Optimization Of Health And Performance In Irish Dancers :135-151
Injury management, recovery and return
Cahalan R.;O'Sullivan K. (2020) Injury management, recovery and return. Complete Irish Dancer: Optimization Of Health And Performance In Irish Dancers :173-186
Conditioned Pain Modulation Efficiency Is Associated With Pain Catastrophizing in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain.
Christensen KS;O'Sullivan K;Palsson TS; (2020) Conditioned Pain Modulation Efficiency Is Associated With Pain Catastrophizing in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain.. The Clinical journal of pain
General health complaints and sleep associated with new injury within an endurance sporting population: A prospective study
Johnston, R and Cahalan, R and Bonnett, L and Maguire, M and Glasgow, P and Madigan, S and O’Sullivan, K and Comyns, T (2020) General health complaints and sleep associated with new injury within an endurance sporting population: A prospective study. Journal of science and medicine in sport :252-257
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)
Examining what factors mediate treatment effect in chronic low back pain: A mediation analysis of a Cognitive Functional Therapy clinical trial
O’Neill A.;O’Sullivan K.;O’Sullivan P.;Purtill H.;O’Keeffe M. (2020) Examining what factors mediate treatment effect in chronic low back pain: A mediation analysis of a Cognitive Functional Therapy clinical trial. European Journal Of Pain (United Kingdom)
Cognitive functional therapy compared with a group-based exercise and education intervention for chronic low back pain: A multicentre randomised controlled trial (RCT)
O'Keeffe M.;O'Sullivan P.;Purtill H.;Bargary N.;O'Sullivan K. (2019) Cognitive functional therapy compared with a group-based exercise and education intervention for chronic low back pain: A multicentre randomised controlled trial (RCT). British journal of sports medicine
The change of pain classes over time: a latent transition analysis
O’Neill A.;O’Sullivan K.;O’Keeffe M.;Walsh C.;Purtill H. (2019) The change of pain classes over time: a latent transition analysis. European Journal Of Pain (United Kingdom)
The perspectives of physiotherapists on managing nonspecific low back pain following a training programme in cognitive functional therapy: A qualitative study.
Cowell I;O'Sullivan P;O'Sullivan K;Poyton R;McGregor A;Murtagh G; (2019) The perspectives of physiotherapists on managing nonspecific low back pain following a training programme in cognitive functional therapy: A qualitative study.. Musculoskeletal Care
Single leg landing kinematics in volleyball athletes: A comparison between athletes with and without active extension low back pain
Movahed M.;Salavati M.;Sheikhhoseini R.;Arab A.;O'Sullivan K. (2019) Single leg landing kinematics in volleyball athletes: A comparison between athletes with and without active extension low back pain. Journal of bodywork and movement therapies
Biopsychosocial Characteristics of Contemporary and Irish University-Level Student Dancers A Pilot Study
Cahalan R.;Comber L.;Gaire D.;Quin E.;Redding E.;Ni Bhriain O.;O'sullivan K. (2019) Biopsychosocial Characteristics of Contemporary and Irish University-Level Student Dancers A Pilot Study. Journal of Dance Medicine and Science :63-71
Dance exposure, general health, sleep and injury in elite adolescent Irish dancers: A prospective study
Cahalan R.;Bargary N.;O'Sullivan K. (2019) Dance exposure, general health, sleep and injury in elite adolescent Irish dancers: A prospective study. Physical Therapy In Sport :153-159
How do manual handling advisors and physiotherapists construct their back beliefs, and do safe lifting posture beliefs influence them?
Nolan, D;O'Sullivan, K;Stephenson, J;O'Sullivan, P;Lucock, M (2019) How do manual handling advisors and physiotherapists construct their back beliefs, and do safe lifting posture beliefs influence them?. AMSTERDAM : ELSEVIER SCIENCE BV Musculoskeletal Science And Practice :101-106
A validation study of a polymer optical fiber sensor for monitoring lumbar spine movement
Kam W.;O'Keeffe M.;O'Sullivan K.;Mohammed W.;O'Keeffe S.;Lewis E.;Viphavakit C. (2019) A validation study of a polymer optical fiber sensor for monitoring lumbar spine movement. Materials
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
"Sit Up Straight": Time to Re-evaluate.
Slater D;Korakakis V;O'Sullivan P;Nolan D;O'Sullivan K; (2019) "Sit Up Straight": Time to Re-evaluate.. The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy
Managing low back pain in active adolescents.
O'Sullivan K;O'Keeffe M;Forster BB;Qamar SR;van der Westhuizen A;O'Sullivan PB; (2019) Managing low back pain in active adolescents.. Best Practice & Research. Clinical Rheumatology
Physiotherapist perceptions of optimal sitting and standing posture
Korakakis, V;O'Sullivan, K;O'Sullivan, PB;Evagelinou, V;Sotiralis, Y;Sideris, A;Sakellariou, K;Karanasios, S;Giakas, G (2019) Physiotherapist perceptions of optimal sitting and standing posture. AMSTERDAM : ELSEVIER SCIENCE BV Musculoskeletal Science And Practice :24-31
Associations between alliance, physiotherapists’ confidence in managing the patient and patient-reported distress in chronic low back pain practice
Brunner E.;Dankaerts W.;O’Sullivan K.;Meichtry A.;Bauer C.;Probst M. (2019) Associations between alliance, physiotherapists’ confidence in managing the patient and patient-reported distress in chronic low back pain practice. European Journal Of Physiotherapy
RESTORE-Cognitive functional therapy with or without movement sensor biofeedback versus usual care for chronic, disabling low back pain: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial.
Kent P;O'Sullivan P;Smith A;Haines T;Campbell A;McGregor AH;Hartvigsen J;O'Sullivan K;Vickery A;Caneiro JP;Schütze R;Laird RA;Attwell S;Hancock M; (2019) RESTORE-Cognitive functional therapy with or without movement sensor biofeedback versus usual care for chronic, disabling low back pain: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial.. BMJ open
Training load and baseline characteristics associated with new injury/pain within an endurance sporting population: a prospective study
Johnston, Richard and Cahalan, Roisin and Bonnett, Laura and Maguire, Matthew and Nevill, Alan and Glasgow, Philip and O’Sullivan, Kieran and Comyns, Thomas (2019) Training load and baseline characteristics associated with new injury/pain within an endurance sporting population: a prospective study. International journal of sports physiology and performance :590-597
The beliefs of healthcare students about the harmfulness of daily activities for their back: a cross-sectional study
Leahy A.;O’Keeffe M.;Robinson K.;O’Sullivan K. (2019) The beliefs of healthcare students about the harmfulness of daily activities for their back: a cross-sectional study. European Journal Of Physiotherapy
Dance exposure, general health, sleep and injury in elite adolescent Irish dancers: A prospective study
Cahalan, Roisin and Bargary, Norma and O’Sullivan, Kieran (2019) Dance exposure, general health, sleep and injury in elite adolescent Irish dancers: A prospective study. Physical Therapy in Sport :153-159
No differences in spinal repositioning error in patients with low back pain presenting with a directional preference into extension
Korakakis V.;O’Sullivan K.;Sideris V.;Giakas G. (2019) No differences in spinal repositioning error in patients with low back pain presenting with a directional preference into extension. European Journal Of Physiotherapy
Training load and baseline characteristics associated with new injury/pain within an endurance sporting population: A prospective study
Johnston R.;Cahalan R.;Bonnett L.;Maguire M.;Nevill A.;Glasgow P.;O’Sullivan K.;Comyns T. (2019) Training load and baseline characteristics associated with new injury/pain within an endurance sporting population: A prospective study. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance :590-597
Factor structure of the German version of the pain attitudes and beliefs scale for physiotherapists.
Brunner E;Meichtry A;O'Sullivan K;Baldew SS;Dankaerts W;Probst M; (2019) Factor structure of the German version of the pain attitudes and beliefs scale for physiotherapists.. Physiotherapy Theory And Practice
Biopsychosocial Characteristics of Contemporary and Irish University-Level Student Dancers A Pilot Study
Cahalan, Roisin and Comber, Laura and Gaire, Deirdre and Quin, Edel and Redding, Emma and Ni Bhriain, Orfhlaith and O'sullivan, Kieran (2019) Biopsychosocial Characteristics of Contemporary and Irish University-Level Student Dancers A Pilot Study. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science :63-71
General health complaints and sleep associated with new injury within an endurance sporting population: A prospective study
Johnston R.;Cahalan R.;Bonnett L.;Maguire M.;Glasgow P.;Madigan S.;O'Sullivan K.;Comyns T. (2019) General health complaints and sleep associated with new injury within an endurance sporting population: A prospective study. Journal Of Science And Medicine In Sport
How do physiotherapists solicit and explore patients’ concerns in back pain consultations: a conversation analytic approach
Cowell I.;McGregor A.;O’Sullivan P.;O’Sullivan K.;Poyton R.;Schoeb V.;Murtagh G. (2019) How do physiotherapists solicit and explore patients’ concerns in back pain consultations: a conversation analytic approach. Physiotherapy Theory And Practice
The associations between training load and baseline characteristics on musculoskeletal injury and pain in endurance sport populations: A systematic review.
Johnston R;Cahalan R;O'Keeffe M;O'Sullivan K;Comyns T; (2018) The associations between training load and baseline characteristics on musculoskeletal injury and pain in endurance sport populations: A systematic review.. Journal Of Science And Medicine In Sport
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
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
Pain and Injury in Elite Adolescent Irish Dancers: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Cahalan R;Bargary N;O'Sullivan K; (2018) Pain and Injury in Elite Adolescent Irish Dancers: A Cross-Sectional Study.. Journal of Dance Medicine and Science
Dance exposure, wellbeing and injury in collegiate Irish and contemporary dancers: A prospective study.
Cahalan R;Kearney P;Ni Bhriain O;Redding E;Quin E;McLaughlin LC;O' Sullivan K; (2018) Dance exposure, wellbeing and injury in collegiate Irish and contemporary dancers: A prospective study.. Physical Therapy In Sport : Official Journal Of The Association Of Chartered Physiotherapists In Sports Medicine
Poor sleep is related to lower general health, increased stress and increased confusion in elite Gaelic athletes
Biggins, Michelle and Cahalan, Roisin and Comyns, Thomas and Purtill, Helen and O’Sullivan, Kieran (2018) Poor sleep is related to lower general health, increased stress and increased confusion in elite Gaelic athletes. The Physician and sportsmedicine :14-20
Altered Lower Limb Kinematics during Jumping among Athletes with Persistent Low Back Pain
Sheikhhoseini, R;Alizadeh, MH;Salavati, M;O'Sullivan, K;Shirzad, E;Movahed, M (2018) Altered Lower Limb Kinematics during Jumping among Athletes with Persistent Low Back Pain. TEHRAN : ANNALS APPLIED SPORT SCIENCE Annals Of Applied Sport Science :23-30
Perceptions of physiotherapists towards the management of non-specific chronic low back pain from a biopsychosocial perspective: A qualitative study
Cowell, I;O'Sullivan, P;O'Sullivan, K;Poyton, R;McGregor, A;Murtagh, G (2018) Perceptions of physiotherapists towards the management of non-specific chronic low back pain from a biopsychosocial perspective: A qualitative study. AMSTERDAM : ELSEVIER SCIENCE BV Musculoskeletal Science And Practice :113-119
Dance exposure, wellbeing and injury in collegiate Irish and contemporary dancers: A prospective study
Cahalan, Roisin and Kearney, Philip and Bhriain, Orfhlaith Ni and Redding, Emma and Quin, Edel and McLaughlin, Lisa C and O’Sullivan, Kieran (2018) Dance exposure, wellbeing and injury in collegiate Irish and contemporary dancers: A prospective study. Physical Therapy in Sport :77-83
Effectiveness of Therapeutic Exercise on Forward Head Posture: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Sheikhhoseini R;Shahrbanian S;Sayyadi P;O'Sullivan K; (2018) Effectiveness of Therapeutic Exercise on Forward Head Posture: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.. Journal of manipulative and physiological therapeutics
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
What do physiotherapists and manual handling advisors consider the safest lifting posture, and do back beliefs influence their choice?
Nolan, D,O'Sullivan, K,Stephenson, J,O'Sullivan, P,Lucock, M (2018) What do physiotherapists and manual handling advisors consider the safest lifting posture, and do back beliefs influence their choice?. Musculoskeletal Science And Practice :35-40
Poor sleep is related to lower general health, increased stress and increased confusion in elite Gaelic athletes.
Biggins M;Cahalan R;Comyns T;Purtill H;O'Sullivan K; (2018) Poor sleep is related to lower general health, increased stress and increased confusion in elite Gaelic athletes.. Physician And Sportsmedicine
Exploring the lived experience and chronic low back pain beliefs of English-speaking Punjabi and white British people: a qualitative study within the NHS
Singh, G;Newton, C;O'Sullivan, K;Soundy, A;Heneghan, NR (2018) Exploring the lived experience and chronic low back pain beliefs of English-speaking Punjabi and white British people: a qualitative study within the NHS. LONDON : BMJ PUBLISHING GROUP BMJ open
Development of pain in older adults: a latent class analysis of biopsychosocial risk factors
O'Neill, A;O'Sullivan, K;O'Keeffe, M;Hannigan, A;Walsh, C;Purtill, H (2018) Development of pain in older adults: a latent class analysis of biopsychosocial risk factors. PHILADELPHIA : LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS Pain :1631-1640
Physical Therapists' Ability to Identify Psychological Factors and Their Self-Reported Competence to Manage Chronic Low Back Pain
Brunner, E;Dankaerts, W;Meichtry, A;O'Sullivan, K;Probst, M (2018) Physical Therapists' Ability to Identify Psychological Factors and Their Self-Reported Competence to Manage Chronic Low Back Pain. CARY : OXFORD UNIV PRESS INC Physical therapy :471-479
Poor sleep is related to lower general health, increased stress and increased confusion in elite Gaelic athletes
Biggins, M,Cahalan, R,Comyns, T,Purtill, H,O'Sullivan, K (2018) Poor sleep is related to lower general health, increased stress and increased confusion in elite Gaelic athletes. Physician And Sportsmedicine :14-20
The associations between training load and baseline characteristics on musculoskeletal injury and pain in endurance sport populations: a systematic review
Johnston, Richard and Cahalan, R and O’Keeffe, Mary and O’Sullivan, Kieran and Comyns, T (2018) The associations between training load and baseline characteristics on musculoskeletal injury and pain in endurance sport populations: a systematic review. Journal of science and medicine in sport :910-918
The efficacy of interventions for low back pain in nurses: A systematic review.
Van Hoof W;O'Sullivan K;O'Keeffe M;Verschueren S;O'Sullivan P;Dankaerts W; (2018) The efficacy of interventions for low back pain in nurses: A systematic review.. International journal of nursing studies
Cognitive Functional Therapy: An Integrated Behavioral Approach for the Targeted Management of Disabling Low Back Pain
O'Sullivan, PB;Caneiro, JP;O'Keeffe, M;Smith, A;Dankaerts, W;Fersum, K;O'Sullivan, K (2018) Cognitive Functional Therapy: An Integrated Behavioral Approach for the Targeted Management of Disabling Low Back Pain. CARY : OXFORD UNIV PRESS INC Physical therapy :408-423
Pain and injury in elite adolescent Irish dancers: A cross-sectional study
Cahalan, Roisin and Bargary, Norma and O'Sullivan, Kieran (2018) Pain and injury in elite adolescent Irish dancers: A cross-sectional study. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science :91-99
It is time to stop causing harm with inappropriate imaging for low back pain
Darlow, B,Forster, BB,O'Sullivan, K,O'Sullivan, P (2017) It is time to stop causing harm with inappropriate imaging for low back pain. British Journal Of Sports Medicinebritish Journal Of Sports Medicine :414-
Unlocking the potential of physical activity for back health
O'Keeffe, M,Maher, CG,O'Sullivan, K (2017) Unlocking the potential of physical activity for back health. British journal of sports medicine :760-761
Biopsychosocial Factors Associated with Foot and Ankle Pain and Injury in Irish Dance
Cahalan, Roisin and Purtill, Helen and O’Sullivan, Kieran (2017) Biopsychosocial Factors Associated with Foot and Ankle Pain and Injury in Irish Dance. Med Probl Perform Art :111-117
A systematic review of the reliability of diagnostic ultrasound imaging in measuring tendon size: Is the error clinically acceptable?
Mc Auliffe, S,Mc Creesh, K,Purtill, H,O'Sullivan, K (2017) A systematic review of the reliability of diagnostic ultrasound imaging in measuring tendon size: Is the error clinically acceptable?. Physical Therapy In Sport :52-63
Better targeting care for individuals with low back pain: opportunities and obstacles
O'Sullivan, K,O'Sullivan, P,Fersum, KV,Kent, P (2017) Better targeting care for individuals with low back pain: opportunities and obstacles. British journal of sports medicine
Effect of movement control and stabilization exercises in people with extension related non -specific low back pain- a pilot study
Salamat, S,Talebian, S,Bagheri, H,Maroufi, N,Shaterzadeh, MJ,Kalbasi, G,O'Sullivan, K (2017) Effect of movement control and stabilization exercises in people with extension related non -specific low back pain- a pilot study. Journal of bodywork and movement therapies :860-865
Biopsychosocial Factors Associated with Foot and Ankle Pain and Injury in Irish Dance
Cahalan, R,Purtill, H,O'Sullivan, K (2017) Biopsychosocial Factors Associated with Foot and Ankle Pain and Injury in Irish Dance. Medical Problems Of Performing Artists :111-
Effect of pain neurophysiology education on physiotherapy students understanding of chronic pain, clinical recommendations and attitudes towards people with chronic pain: a randomised controlled trial
Colleary, G,O'Sullivan, K,Griffin, D,Ryan, CG,Martin, DJ (2017) Effect of pain neurophysiology education on physiotherapy students understanding of chronic pain, clinical recommendations and attitudes towards people with chronic pain: a randomised controlled trial. Physiotherapy :423-429
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-
Low cost portable 3-D printed optical fiber sensor for real-time monitoring of lower back bending
Kam, W,O'Sullivan, K,O'Keeffe, M,O'Keeffe, S,Mohammed, WS,Lewis, E (2017) Low cost portable 3-D printed optical fiber sensor for real-time monitoring of lower back bending. Sensors And Actuators A-Physical :193-201
Compact and Low-Cost Optical Fiber Respiratory Monitoring Sensor Based on Intensity Interrogation
Kam, W,Mohammed, WS,Leen, G,O'Keeffe, M,O'Sullivan, K,O'Keeffe, S,Lewis, E (2017) Compact and Low-Cost Optical Fiber Respiratory Monitoring Sensor Based on Intensity Interrogation. Journal Of Lightwave Technology :4567-4573
The effect of a dynamic chair on seated energy expenditure
Synnott, A,Dankaerts, W,Seghers, J,Purtill, H,O'Sullivan, K (2017) The effect of a dynamic chair on seated energy expenditure. Ergonomics :1384-1392
Understanding pain among older persons: Part 1-the development of novel pain profiles and their association with disability and quality of life
O'Sullivan, K,Kennedy, N,Purtill, H,Hannigan, A (2017) Understanding pain among older persons: Part 1-the development of novel pain profiles and their association with disability and quality of life. Age and ageing :46-51
Compact and Low-Cost Optical Fiber Respiratory Monitoring Sensor Based on Intensity Interrogation
Kam, Wern and Mohammed, Waleed Soliman and Leen, Gabriel and O'Keeffe, Mary and O'Sullivan, Kieran and O'Keeffe, Sinead and Lewis, Elfed (2017) Compact and Low-Cost Optical Fiber Respiratory Monitoring Sensor Based on Intensity Interrogation. Journal of Lightwave Technology :4567-4573
Beyond the tendon: Experiences and perceptions of people with persistent Achilles tendinopathy
Mc Auliffe, S,Synott, A,Casey, H,Mc Creesh, K,Purtill, H,O'Sullivan, K (2017) Beyond the tendon: Experiences and perceptions of people with persistent Achilles tendinopathy. Musculoskeletal Science And Practice :108-114
Understanding pain among older persons: Part 2-the association between pain profiles and healthcare utilisation
Kennedy, N,O'Sullivan, K,Hannigan, A,Purtill, H (2017) Understanding pain among older persons: Part 2-the association between pain profiles and healthcare utilisation. Age and ageing :51-56
Low cost portable 3-D printed optical fiber sensor for real-time monitoring of lower back bending
Kam, Wern and O'Sullivan, Kieran and O'Keeffe, Mary and O'Keeffe, Sinead and Mohammed, Waleed S and Lewis, Elfed (2017) Low cost portable 3-D printed optical fiber sensor for real-time monitoring of lower back bending. Sensors and Actuators A: Physical :193-201
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
NICE low back pain guidelines opportunities and obstacles to change practice
O'Sullivan, K., O'Keeffe, M., & O'Sullivan, P. (2017) NICE low back pain guidelines opportunities and obstacles to change practice. British Journal Of Sports Medicinebritish Journal Of Sports Medicine
What Influences Patient-Therapist Interactions in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy? Qualitative Systematic Review and Meta-Synthesis
O'Keeffe, M,Cullinane, P,Hurley, J,Leahy, I,Bunzli, S,O'Sullivan, PB,O'Sullivan, K (2016) What Influences Patient-Therapist Interactions in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy? Qualitative Systematic Review and Meta-Synthesis. Physical therapy :609-622
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
Comparative effectiveness of conservative interventions for non-specific chronic spinal pain: Physical, behavioural/psychologically informed or combined? A systematic review and meta-analysis
O'Keeffe M, Purtill H, Kennedy N, Conneely M, Hurley J, O'Sullivan P, Dankaerts W, O'Sullivan K. (2016) Comparative effectiveness of conservative interventions for non-specific chronic spinal pain: Physical, behavioural/psychologically informed or combined? A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal Of Pain
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
Treating more than just the back in Chronic Low Back Pain: The physiotherapists' perspective after intensive biopsychosocial training
Synnott, A., O'Keeffe, M., Bunzli, S., Dankaerts, W., O'Sullivan, P., Robinson, K. and O'Sullivan, K. (2016) Treating more than just the back in Chronic Low Back Pain: The physiotherapists' perspective after intensive biopsychosocial training. Journal Of Physiotherapy
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
The ineffectiveness of paracetamol for spinal pain provides opportunities to better manage low back pain
O'Sullivan, K,O'Sullivan, P (2016) The ineffectiveness of paracetamol for spinal pain provides opportunities to better manage low back pain. British journal of sports medicine :197-76
Unraveling the Complexity of Low Back Pain.
O'Sullivan P;Caneiro JP;O'Keeffe M;O'Sullivan K; (2016) Unraveling the Complexity of Low Back Pain.. The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy
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
Inability to perform because of pain/injury in elite adult I rish dance: A prospective investigation of contributing factors
Cahalan, R and O'Sullivan, Peter and Purtill, H and Bargary, N and Ni Bhriain, O and O'Sullivan, K (2016) Inability to perform because of pain/injury in elite adult I rish dance: A prospective investigation of contributing factors. Scandinavian journal of medicine & science in sports :694-702
Inability to perform because of pain/injury in elite adult Irish dance: A prospective investigation of contributing factors
Cahalan, R,O'Sullivan, P,Purtill, H,Bargary, N,Bhriain, ON,O'Sullivan, K (2016) Inability to perform because of pain/injury in elite adult Irish dance: A prospective investigation of contributing factors. Scandinavian Journal Of Medicine & Science In Sports :694-702
Comparative Effectiveness of Conservative Interventions for Nonspecific Chronic Spinal Pain: Physical, Behavioral/Psychologically Informed, or Combined? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
O'Keeffe, M,Purtill, H,Kennedy, N,Conneely, M,Hurley, J,O'Sullivan, P,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, K (2016) Comparative Effectiveness of Conservative Interventions for Nonspecific Chronic Spinal Pain: Physical, Behavioral/Psychologically Informed, or Combined? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. The journal of pain : official journal of the American Pain Society :755-774
Unraveling the Complexity of Low Back Pain
O'Sullivan, P,Caneiro, JP,O'Keeffe, M,O'Sullivan, K (2016) Unraveling the Complexity of Low Back Pain. Journal Of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy :932-937
To dance or not to dance? A comparison of balance, physical fitness and quality of life in older Irish set dancers and age-matched controls
Shanahan, J,Coman, L,Ryan, F,Saunders, J,O'Sullivan, K,Bhriain, ON,Clifford, AM (2016) To dance or not to dance? A comparison of balance, physical fitness and quality of life in older Irish set dancers and age-matched controls. Public Health :56-62
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-
Physiotherapists report improved understanding of and attitude toward the cognitive, psychological and social dimensions of chronic low back pain after Cognitive Functional Therapy training: a qualitative study
Synnott, A,O'Keeffe, M,Bunzli, S,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, P,Robinson, K,O'Sullivan, K (2016) Physiotherapists report improved understanding of and attitude toward the cognitive, psychological and social dimensions of chronic low back pain after Cognitive Functional Therapy training: a qualitative study. Journal Of Physiotherapy :215-221
Patient Perspectives on Participation in Cognitive Functional Therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain
Bunzli, S,McEvoy, S,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, P,O'Sullivan, K (2016) Patient Perspectives on Participation in Cognitive Functional Therapy for Chronic Low Back Pain. Physical therapy :1397-1407
Does Using a Chair Backrest or Reducing Seated Hip Flexion Influence Trunk Muscle Activity and Discomfort? A Systematic Review
Curran, M,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, P,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, K (2015) Does Using a Chair Backrest or Reducing Seated Hip Flexion Influence Trunk Muscle Activity and Discomfort? A Systematic Review. Human factors :1115-1148
Swiss ball enhances lumbar multifidus activity in chronic low back pain: A letter to the editor
O'Keeffe, M., O'Sullivan, P., Dankaerts, W. & O'Sullivan, K (2015) Swiss ball enhances lumbar multifidus activity in chronic low back pain: A letter to the editor. Physical Therapy In Sport :202-203
Physiotherapists may stigmatise or feel unprepared to treat people with low back pain and psychosocial factors that influence recovery: a systematic review
Synnott, A,O'Keeffe, M,Bunzli, S,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, P,O'Sullivan, K (2015) Physiotherapists may stigmatise or feel unprepared to treat people with low back pain and psychosocial factors that influence recovery: a systematic review. Journal Of Physiotherapy :68-76
Does using a chair backrest or reducing seated hip flexion influence trunk muscle activity and discomfort: A systematic review
Curran, M., O'Sullivan, L., O'Sullivan, P., Dankaerts, W. & O'Sullivan, K (2015) Does using a chair backrest or reducing seated hip flexion influence trunk muscle activity and discomfort: A systematic review. Human factors
Inability to perform due to musculoskeletal pain and injury in elite adult Irish dancers: a prospective investigation of contributing factors
Cahalan, R., O'Sullivan, K., Purtill, H., Bargary, N., Ni Bhriain, O, and O'Sullivan, P. (2015) Inability to perform due to musculoskeletal pain and injury in elite adult Irish dancers: a prospective investigation of contributing factors. Physiotherapy :193-194
Inability to perform due to pain/injury in elite adult Irish dance: A prospective investigation of contributing factors',
Cahalan, R., O'Sullivan, K., Purtill, H. Bargary N., Ni Bhriain O. and O'Sullivan, P. (2015) Inability to perform due to pain/injury in elite adult Irish dance: A prospective investigation of contributing factors',. Scandinavian Journal Of Medicine And Science In Sports
Cognitive functional therapy for disabling non-specific chronic low back pain: A multiple case cohort study
O'Sullivan, K., Dankaerts, W., O'Sullivan, L. & O'Sullivan, P. (2015) Cognitive functional therapy for disabling non-specific chronic low back pain: A multiple case cohort study. Physical Therapy
Inability to perform due to pain/injury in elite adult Irish dance: A prospective investigation of contributing factors
Cahalan, R., O'Sullivan, K., Purtill, H. Bargary N., Ni Bhriain O. and O'Sullivan, P (2015) Inability to perform due to pain/injury in elite adult Irish dance: A prospective investigation of contributing factors. Scandinavian J. Medicine And Science In Sport
Individualised cognitive functional therapy compared with a combined exercise and pain education class for patients with non-specific chronic low back pain: study protocol for a multicentre randomised controlled trial
O'Keeffe, M,Purtill, H,Kennedy, N,O'Sullivan, P,Dankaerts, W,Tighe, A,Allworthy, L,Dolan, L,Bargary, N,O'Sullivan, K (2015) Individualised cognitive functional therapy compared with a combined exercise and pain education class for patients with non-specific chronic low back pain: study protocol for a multicentre randomised controlled trial. BMJ open
Individualised cognitive functional therapy compared with a combined exercise and pain education class for patients with non-specific chronic low back pain: study protocol for a multicentre randomised controlled trial.
O'Keeffe, M., Purtill, H., Kennedy, N., O'Sullivan, P., Dankaerts, W., Tighe, A., Allworthy, L., Dolan, L., Bargary, N. and O'Sullivan, K. (2015) Individualised cognitive functional therapy compared with a combined exercise and pain education class for patients with non-specific chronic low back pain: study protocol for a multicentre randomised controlled trial.. Bmj Openbmj Open :1-10
A cross-sectional study of elite adult Irish dancers: biopsychosocial traits, pain, and injury
Cahalan R.;Purtill H.;O'Sullivan P.;O'Sullivan K. (2015) A cross-sectional study of elite adult Irish dancers: biopsychosocial traits, pain, and injury. Journal of Dance Medicine and Science :31-43
A cross-sectional study of elite adult Irish dancers: biopsychosocial traits, pain, and injury
Cahalan, Roisin and Purtill, Helen and O'Sullivan, Peter and O'Sullivan, Kieran (2015) A cross-sectional study of elite adult Irish dancers: biopsychosocial traits, pain, and injury. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science :31-43
Cognitive Functional Therapy for Disabling Nonspecific Chronic Low Back Pain: Multiple Case-Cohort Study
O'Sullivan, K,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, PB (2015) Cognitive Functional Therapy for Disabling Nonspecific Chronic Low Back Pain: Multiple Case-Cohort Study. Physical therapy :1478-1488
A cross-sectional study of elite adult Irish dancers: traits, pain & injury
Cahalan, R., O'Sullivan, K., Purtill, H. and O'Sullivan, P. (2015) A cross-sectional study of elite adult Irish dancers: traits, pain & injury. Journal of Dance Medicine and Science :31-43
Physiotherapists may stigmatise or feel unprepared to treat people with low back pain and psychosocial factors that influence recovery: a systematic review
Synnott, A., O'Keeffe, M, Bunzli, S., Dankaerts, W., O'Sullivan, P. & O'Sullivan, K (2015) Physiotherapists may stigmatise or feel unprepared to treat people with low back pain and psychosocial factors that influence recovery: a systematic review. Journal Of Physiotherapy :68-76
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..
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
Ten-year follow-up of strengthening versus flexibility exercises with or without abdominal bracing in recurrent low back pain: Letter to the Editor.
O'Keeffe M, Nolan D, O'Sullivan P, Dankaerts W, Fersum K, O' Sullivan K (2014) Ten-year follow-up of strengthening versus flexibility exercises with or without abdominal bracing in recurrent low back pain: Letter to the Editor.. Spine
Hamstring muscle strength before and after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: A systematic review
Moloney, C,O'Sullivan, K,O'Farrell, D,Louw, Q,Clifford, AM (2014) Hamstring muscle strength before and after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: A systematic review. :225-236
Foot and ankle pain and injuries in elite adult Irish dancers
Cahalan R.;Purtill H.;O'Sullivan P.;O'Sullivan K. (2014) Foot and ankle pain and injuries in elite adult Irish dancers. Medical Problems Of Performing Artists :198-206
Foot and Ankle Pain and Injuries in Elite Adult Irish Dancers
Cahalan, R,Purtill, H,O'Sullivan, P,O'Sullivan, K (2014) Foot and Ankle Pain and Injuries in Elite Adult Irish Dancers. Medical Problems Of Performing Artists :198-206
Lumbar tactile acuity is near identical between sides in healthy pain-free participants.
Wand BM, Catley MJ, Luomajoki HA, O'Sullivan KJ, Di Pietro F, O'Connell NE, Moseley GL (2014) Lumbar tactile acuity is near identical between sides in healthy pain-free participants.. Manual therapy :504-507
The beliefs of third-level healthcare students towards low-back pain
Kennedy N.;Healy J.;O'Sullivan K. (2014) The beliefs of third-level healthcare students towards low-back pain. Pain Research And Treatment
Eccentric training for hamstring injury, and its relationship to strength and flexibility: A case-series
McHugh, N., S. McAuliffe, and K. O'Sullivan (2014) Eccentric training for hamstring injury, and its relationship to strength and flexibility: A case-series. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :111-122
Hamstring muscle strength before and after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: A systematic review.
Moloney, Colum, O'Sullivan, Kieran, O'Farrell, Dermot, Louw, Quinette, & Clifford, Amanda M. (2014) Hamstring muscle strength before and after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: A systematic review.. Isokinetics And Exercise Science :225-236
Foot and ankle pain and injuries in elite adult irish dancers
Cahalan, Roisin and Purtill, Helen and O’Sullivan, Peter and O'Sullivan, Kieran (2014) Foot and ankle pain and injuries in elite adult irish dancers. From Med Probl Perform Artist :198-206
Eccentric training for hamstring injury, and its relationship to strength and flexibility: A case-series
McHugh N.;McAuliffe S.;O'Sullivan K. (2014) Eccentric training for hamstring injury, and its relationship to strength and flexibility: A case-series. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :111-122
a Cross-Sectional Study of the Biopsychosocial Characteristics of Elite Adult Irish Dancers and Their Association With Musculoskeletal Pain and Injury
Cahalan, R and O'Sullivan, K and Purtill, H and O'Sullivan, P (2014) a Cross-Sectional Study of the Biopsychosocial Characteristics of Elite Adult Irish Dancers and Their Association With Musculoskeletal Pain and Injury. British journal of sports medicine :576-576
The effect of a backrest and seat pan inclination on sitting discomfort and trunk muscle activation in subjects with extension-related low back pain
Curran, M., Dankaerts, W., ,O'Sullivan, P., O'Sullivan, L., and O'Sullivan, K., (2014) The effect of a backrest and seat pan inclination on sitting discomfort and trunk muscle activation in subjects with extension-related low back pain. Ergonomics :733-743
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
Investigating the effect of real-time spinal postural biofeedback on seated discomfort in people with non-specific chronic low back pain
O'Sullivan, K,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, P,Dankaerts, W (2013) Investigating the effect of real-time spinal postural biofeedback on seated discomfort in people with non-specific chronic low back pain. Ergonomics :1315-1325
Injury in professional Irish dancers
Cahalan, Roisin and O'Sullivan, Kieran (2013) Injury in professional Irish dancers. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science :150-158
Specific flexion-related low back pain and sitting: comparison of seated discomfort on two different chairs
O'Keeffe, M,Dankaerts, W,O'Sullivan, P,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, K (2013) Specific flexion-related low back pain and sitting: comparison of seated discomfort on two different chairs. Ergonomics :650-658
Job satisfaction of professional Irish dancers: implications for performer health and well-being.
Cahalan R.;O'Sullivan K. (2013) Job satisfaction of professional Irish dancers: implications for performer health and well-being.. Journal of Dance Medicine and Science :139-149
Perceptions of sitting posture among members of the community, both with and without non-specific chronic low back pain
O'Sullivan, K,O'Keeffe, M,O'Sullivan, L,O'Sullivan, P,Dankaerts, W (2013) Perceptions of sitting posture among members of the community, both with and without non-specific chronic low back pain. Manual therapy :551-556
Job satisfaction of professional Irish dancers: implications for performer health and well-being
Cahalan, Roisin and O'Sullivan, Kieran (2013) Job satisfaction of professional Irish dancers: implications for performer health and well-being. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science :139-149
Injury in professional Irish dancers.
Cahalan R.;O'Sullivan K. (2013) Injury in professional Irish dancers.. Journal of Dance Medicine and Science :150-158
Using wireless technology to monitor lumbo-pelvic kinematics in rowing
MacManus, C., W. Dankaerts, and K. O'Sullivan (2013) Using wireless technology to monitor lumbo-pelvic kinematics in rowing. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :113-121
'Job Satisfaction of Professional Irish Dancers: Implications for Performer Health and Well-being'
Cahalan, R. and O'Sullivan, K (2013) 'Job Satisfaction of Professional Irish Dancers: Implications for Performer Health and Well-being'. Journal of Dance Medicine and Science :139-149
Lumbar repositioning error in sitting: Healthy controls versus people with sitting-related non-specific chronic low back pain (flexion pattern)
O'Sullivan, K,Verschueren, S,Van Hoof, W,Ertanir, F,Martens, L,Dankaerts, W (2013) Lumbar repositioning error in sitting: Healthy controls versus people with sitting-related non-specific chronic low back pain (flexion pattern). Manual therapy :526-532
The effect of dynamic sitting on trunk muscle activation: A systematic review
O'Sullivan, K,O'Sullivan, P,O'Keeffe, M,O'Sullivan, L,Dankaerts, W (2013) The effect of dynamic sitting on trunk muscle activation: A systematic review. Applied Ergonomics :628-635
'Injury in Professional Irish Dancers
Cahalan, R. and O'Sullivan, K (2013) 'Injury in Professional Irish Dancers. Journal of Dance Medicine and Science :150-158
Musculoskeletal pain and injury in Irish dancing: A systematic review
Cahalan, R. and O'Sullivan, K (2013) Musculoskeletal pain and injury in Irish dancing: A systematic review. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :83-92
Using wireless technology to monitor lumbo-pelvic kinematics in rowing
Macmanus C.;Dankaerts W.;O'Sullivan K. (2013) Using wireless technology to monitor lumbo-pelvic kinematics in rowing. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :113-121
Musculoskeletal pain and injury in Irish dancing: a systematic review
Cahalan, Roisin and O'Sullivan, Kieran (2013) Musculoskeletal pain and injury in Irish dancing: a systematic review. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :83-92
The relationship between lower limb flexibility and injury in male Gaelic footballers
D Lowther, A O'Connor, A Clifford, K O'Sullivan (2012) The relationship between lower limb flexibility and injury in male Gaelic footballers. Physiotherapy Ireland :22-28
The effect of dynamic sitting on the prevention and management of low back pain and low back discomfort: a systematic review.
O'Sullivan K, O'Keeffe M, O'Sullivan L, O'Sullivan P, Dankaerts W (2012) The effect of dynamic sitting on the prevention and management of low back pain and low back discomfort: a systematic review.. Ergonomics :898-908
Lumbar posture and trunk muscle activation during static and dynamic seated tasks on a novel dynamic ergonomic chair
O'Sullivan, K., McCarthy, R., White, A. O'Sullivan, L.W., and Dankaerts, W. (2012) Lumbar posture and trunk muscle activation during static and dynamic seated tasks on a novel dynamic ergonomic chair. Ergonomics
The effects of eccentric training on lower limb flexibility: a systematic review
O'Sullivan, K,McAuliffe, S,DeBurca, N (2012) The effects of eccentric training on lower limb flexibility: a systematic review. British journal of sports medicine :838-845
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
Back pain beliefs among physiotherapists are more positive after biopsychosocially orientated workshops
O'Sullivan, K., O'Sullivan, P., and O'Sullivan, L.W. (2012) Back pain beliefs among physiotherapists are more positive after biopsychosocially orientated workshops. Physiotherapy Ireland
The effects of eccentric training on lower limb flexibility: a systematic review.
O'Sullivan K, McAuliffe S, Deburca N (2012) The effects of eccentric training on lower limb flexibility: a systematic review.. British journal of sports medicine :838-845
Comparing lower lumbar kinematics in cyclists with low back pain (flexion pattern) versus asymptomatic controls - field study using a wireless posture monitoring system
Van Hoof, W,Volkaerts, K,O'Sullivan, K,Verschueren, S,Dankaerts, W (2012) Comparing lower lumbar kinematics in cyclists with low back pain (flexion pattern) versus asymptomatic controls - field study using a wireless posture monitoring system. Manual Therapy :312-317
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
What do physiotherapists consider to be the best sitting spinal posture?
O'Sullivan K, O'Sullivan P, O'Sullivan L, Dankaerts W (2012) What do physiotherapists consider to be the best sitting spinal posture?. Manual therapy :432-437
Can we reduce the effort of maintaining a neutral sitting posture?
O'Sullivan, K., Dankaerts W, O'Sullivan, P., Clifford, A. and O'Sullivan, L.W. (2012) Can we reduce the effort of maintaining a neutral sitting posture?. Manual Therapy
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
Validation of a novel spinal posture monitor: comparison with digital videofluoroscopy.
O'Sullivan K, Verschueren S, Pans S, Smets D, Dekelver K, Dankaerts W (2012) Validation of a novel spinal posture monitor: comparison with digital videofluoroscopy.. European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society
Towards monitoring lumbo-pelvic posture in real-life situations: Concurrent validity of a novel posture monitor and a traditional laboratory-based motion analysis system
O'Sullivan, K,O'Sullivan, L,Campbell, A,O'Sullivan, P,Dankaerts, W (2012) Towards monitoring lumbo-pelvic posture in real-life situations: Concurrent validity of a novel posture monitor and a traditional laboratory-based motion analysis system. Manual Therapy :77-83
The relationship between lower limb flexibility and hamstring injury in male Gaelic footballers
Lowther D.;O'Connor A.;Clifford A.;O'Sullivan K. (2012) The relationship between lower limb flexibility and hamstring injury in male Gaelic footballers. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :22-28
Altered hamstring strength profile in Gaelic footballers with a previous hamstring injury
Mackey, C; O'Sullivan, K; O'Connor, A; Clifford, A (2011) Altered hamstring strength profile in Gaelic footballers with a previous hamstring injury. Isokinetics And Exercise Science :47-54
Comparison of lumbar postural control in cyclists with low back pain (flexion pattern) and an asymptomatic control group: Field study using a new postural measurement system
Van Hoof W.;Volkaerts K.;O'Sullivan K.;Verschueren S.;Dankaerts W. (2011) Comparison of lumbar postural control in cyclists with low back pain (flexion pattern) and an asymptomatic control group: Field study using a new postural measurement system. Sport En Geneeskunde :6-12
Cognitive functional therapy intervention including biofeedback for LBP during cycling: A single case study
Van Hoof W.;Volkaerts K.;O'Sullivan K.;Verschueren S.;Dankaerts W. (2011) Cognitive functional therapy intervention including biofeedback for LBP during cycling: A single case study. Sport En Geneeskunde :20-26
The between-day and inter-rater reliability of a novel wireless system to analyse lumbar spine posture
O'Sullivan, K; Galeotti, L; Dankaerts, W; O'Sullivan, L; O'Sullivan, P (2011) The between-day and inter-rater reliability of a novel wireless system to analyse lumbar spine posture. Ergonomics :82-90
Therapeutic Exercises for the Shoulder Region
McEvoy J.;O'Sullivan K.;Bron C. (2011) Therapeutic Exercises for the Shoulder Region. Neck And Arm Pain Syndromes: Evidence-Informed Screening, Diagnosis And Management :296-311
Gluteus medius muscle activation during isometric muscle contractions
O'Dwyer C.;Sainsbury D.;O'Sullivan K. (2011) Gluteus medius muscle activation during isometric muscle contractions. Journal Of Sport Rehabilitation :174-186
Gluteus Medius Muscle Activation During Isometric Muscle Contractions
O'Dwyer, C; Sainsbury, D; O'Sullivan, K (2011) Gluteus Medius Muscle Activation During Isometric Muscle Contractions. Journal Of Sport Rehabilitation :174-186
Differences in landing strategies between previously injured and uninjured limbs in senior college level gaelic footballers
Tierney M.;Clifford A.;O’Sullivan K. (2011) Differences in landing strategies between previously injured and uninjured limbs in senior college level gaelic footballers. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :12-17
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
A brief period of sustained flexion or extension does not alter lumbo-pelvic repositioning sense in pain-free subjects
Kieran O Sullivan, C Quinn, A Clifford (2010) A brief period of sustained flexion or extension does not alter lumbo-pelvic repositioning sense in pain-free subjects. Physiotherapy Ireland :10-15
The reliability of the CODA motion analysis system for lumbar spine analysis: A pilot study
O’Sullivan K.;Clifford A.;Hughes L. (2010) The reliability of the CODA motion analysis system for lumbar spine analysis: A pilot study. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :16-22
Differences in landing strategies between previously injured and uninjured limbs in Senior College Level Gaelic Footballers
Marie Tierney, Amanda Clifford, Kieran O Sullivan (2010) Differences in landing strategies between previously injured and uninjured limbs in Senior College Level Gaelic Footballers. Physiotherapy Ireland :12-17
A brief period of sustained flexion or extension does not alter lumbo-pelvic repositioning sense in pain-free subjects
O’Sullivan K.;Quinn C.;Clifford A. (2010) A brief period of sustained flexion or extension does not alter lumbo-pelvic repositioning sense in pain-free subjects. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :10-15
The reliability of the CODA motion analysis system for lumbar spine analysis: a pilot study
O'Sullivan, K; Clifford, A; Hughes, L (2010) The reliability of the CODA motion analysis system for lumbar spine analysis: a pilot study. Physiotherapy Ireland :16-22
The reliability of the CODA motion analysis system for lumbar spine analysis: A pilot study
O'Sullivan, K, Clifford, A, Hughes, L (2010) The reliability of the CODA motion analysis system for lumbar spine analysis: A pilot study. Physiotherapy Practice and Research
Neutral lumbar spine sitting posture in pain-free subjects
O'Sullivan, K; O'Dea, P; Dankaerts, W; O'Sullivan, P; Clifford, A; O'Sullivan, L (2010) Neutral lumbar spine sitting posture in pain-free subjects. Manual Therapy :557-561
Electromyographic analysis of the three subdivisions of gluteus medius during weight-bearing exercises.
O'Sullivan K, Smith SM, Sainsbury D (2010) Electromyographic analysis of the three subdivisions of gluteus medius during weight-bearing exercises.. Sports medicine, arthroscopy, rehabilitation, therapy & technology : SMARTT
Self management of acute soft tissue injuries: A survey of female gaelic football players
O’Sullivan K.;Keane N. (2009) Self management of acute soft tissue injuries: A survey of female gaelic football players. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :13-18
The effect of warm-up, static stretching and dynamic stretching on hamstring flexibility in previously injured subjects
O'Sullivan, K; Murray, E; Sainsbury, D (2009) The effect of warm-up, static stretching and dynamic stretching on hamstring flexibility in previously injured subjects. Bmc Musculoskeletal Disorders
Comparing concentric isokinetic thigh muscle strength in female Gaelic football players with and without previous hamstring injury
Kieran O'Sullivan and Sile Burns (2009) Comparing concentric isokinetic thigh muscle strength in female Gaelic football players with and without previous hamstring injury. Physiotherapy Ireland :39-44
Comparing concentric isokinetic thigh muscle strength in female gaelic football players with and without previous hamstring injury
O’Sullivan K.;Burns S. (2009) Comparing concentric isokinetic thigh muscle strength in female gaelic football players with and without previous hamstring injury. Physiotherapy Practice and Research :39-44
The reliability of a wireless monitor for measurement of lumbar spine posture
O'Sullivan, K Galleotti, L Dankaerts, Wim O'Sullivan, L (2009) The reliability of a wireless monitor for measurement of lumbar spine posture. Manual therapy :S23-
Female Gaelic Football Players' Acute Soft Tissue Injury Management, with a specific focus on Cryotherapy.
O'Sullivan, K; Keane, N (2009) Female Gaelic Football Players' Acute Soft Tissue Injury Management, with a specific focus on Cryotherapy.. Physiotherapy Ireland :13-18
Measurement of thigh muscle size using tape or ultrasound is a poor indicator of thigh muscle strength
O'Sullivan, K; Sainsbury, D; O'Connor, R (2009) Measurement of thigh muscle size using tape or ultrasound is a poor indicator of thigh muscle strength. Isokinetics And Exercise Science :145-153
The relationship between previous hamstring injury and the concentric isokinetic knee muscle strength of irish gaelic footballers
O'Sullivan, K; O'Ceallaigh, B; O'Connell, K; Shafat, A (2008) The relationship between previous hamstring injury and the concentric isokinetic knee muscle strength of irish gaelic footballers. Bmc Musculoskeletal Disorders
The effect of low-dye taping on rearfoot motion and plantar pressure during the stance phase of gait.
O'Sullivan K, Kennedy N, O'Neill E, Ni Mhainin U (2008) The effect of low-dye taping on rearfoot motion and plantar pressure during the stance phase of gait.. BMC musculoskeletal disorders
Influence of exercise instruction method on the activation of Vastus Medialis Obliques and Vastus Lateralis during a mini-squat
Conroy, CJ; O'Sullivan, K (2008) Influence of exercise instruction method on the activation of Vastus Medialis Obliques and Vastus Lateralis during a mini-squat. Physiotherapy Ireland :55-60
The effect of combined visual feedback and verbal encouragement on isokinetic concentric performance in healthy females
O'Sullivan A.;O'Sullivan K. (2008) The effect of combined visual feedback and verbal encouragement on isokinetic concentric performance in healthy females. Isokinetics And Exercise Science :47-53
Gait Assessment among Physiotherapists in Ireland
Flannery, G; O'Sullivan, K (2008) Gait Assessment among Physiotherapists in Ireland. Physiotherapy Ireland :36-43
Gluteus maximus and gluteus medius in pelvic and hip stability: isolation or synergistic activation?
Conneely, M; O'Sullivan, K (2008) Gluteus maximus and gluteus medius in pelvic and hip stability: isolation or synergistic activation?. Physiotherapy Ireland :6-10
The effect of combined visual feedback and verbal encouragement on isokinetic concentric performance in healthy females
O'Sullivan, A; O'Sullivan, K (2008) The effect of combined visual feedback and verbal encouragement on isokinetic concentric performance in healthy females. Isokinetics And Exercise Science :47-53
ACROMIOCLAVICULAR JOINT DISLOCATION: PATHOLOGY, DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT
O'Sullivan, K (2007) ACROMIOCLAVICULAR JOINT DISLOCATION: PATHOLOGY, DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT. Physiotherapy Ireland :29-37
Effect of Different Upright Sitting Postures on Spinal-Pelvic Curvature and Trunk Muscle Activation in a Pain-Free Population
O'Sullivan, PB; Dankaerts, W; Burnett, A; Farrell, G; Jefford, E; Naylor, C; O'Sullivan, K (2006) Effect of Different Upright Sitting Postures on Spinal-Pelvic Curvature and Trunk Muscle Activation in a Pain-Free Population. Spine Journal :E707-E712
Books
Book Chapters
A cautionary tale.
O'Sullivan, K (2017) A cautionary tale.. : elsevier Brukner & Khan's Clinical Sports Medicine
Low back pain in older adults: From red flags to functional rehabilitation
O'Sullivan, K, Vibe Fersum, K, Dankaerts, W, & O'Sullivan (2015) Low back pain in older adults: From red flags to functional rehabilitation. England : Oxford University Press Oxford Textbook of Geriatric Medicine
Multi-dimensional classification system for Low Back Pain
O'Sullivan, P, Dankaerts, W, Vibe Fersum, K, O'Sullivan, K (2015) Multi-dimensional classification system for Low Back Pain. London : Elsevier Grieve's Modern Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Edited Books
Other Journals
The Beliefs of Third-Level Healthcare Students towards Low-Back Pain
Kennedy, N., J. Healy, and K. O'Sullivan (2014) The Beliefs of Third-Level Healthcare Students towards Low-Back Pain. Pain Research and Treatment :ID675915-
Physiotherapy Practice Educators' Beliefs Towards Low Back Pain and Influence on Student Beliefs
Kennedy, N., E. Condon, and K. O'Sullivan (2014) Physiotherapy Practice Educators' Beliefs Towards Low Back Pain and Influence on Student Beliefs. Pain and Rehabilitation :4-10
Cognitive functional therapy intervention including biofeedback for LBP during cycling. A single case study
van Hoof W, Volkaerts K, O'Sullivan K, Verscheuren S, Dankaerts W (2011) Cognitive functional therapy intervention including biofeedback for LBP during cycling. A single case study. Sport en Geneeskunde: the Flemish/Dutch journal of sports medicine :20-26
Conference Publications
MACP Conference
O'Sullivan, K; Galleotti, L; Dankaerts, W; O'Sullivan, P; O'Sullivan, L (2009) MACP Conference. :S231-
27th International Conference on Biomechanics in Sport
Clifford A.M., Tierney, M., O'Sullivan, K. (2009) 27th International Conference on Biomechanics in Sport.
ER-WCPT 2nd European Congress on Physiotherapy Education
McCreesh K, Sainsbury D, O'Sullivan K (2008) ER-WCPT 2nd European Congress on Physiotherapy Education.
Irish Ergonomics Society Workshop
O Sullivan, K. (2007) Irish Ergonomics Society Workshop. :*-*
Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Annual Conference
O'Sullivan K. (2007) Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Annual Conference.
Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Annual Conference
Anita O Sullivan and Kieran O Sullivan. Oral presentation. November 2007. (2007) Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Annual Conference.
Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Annual Conference
Sile Burns and Kieran O Sullivan. November 2007. , (2007) Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Annual Conference.
Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Annual Conference
Kevin O Connell and Kieran O Sullivan. November 2007. (2007) Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Annual Conference.
Interdisciplinary conference on low back and pelvic pain
O'Sullivan P, Dankaerts W, Burnett A, Farrell G, Jefford E, Naylor C, O'Sullivan K. November 2007. , (2007) Interdisciplinary conference on low back and pelvic pain.
World Congress of Physical Therapy
Conneely M, O'Sullivan K, Edmondston S. June 2007. (2007) World Congress of Physical Therapy.
World Congress of Physical Therapy.
O'Sullivan P, Dankaerts W, Burnett A, Farrell G, Jefford E, Naylor C, O'Sullivan K. June 2007. (2007) World Congress of Physical Therapy..
Emirates Physiotherapy Conference
Dr. Peter O Sullivan, Dr. Wim Dankaerts, Dr. Angus Burnett, Garreth Farrell,Evonne Jefford, Clare Naylor, Kieran O Sullivan (2006) Emirates Physiotherapy Conference. :N/A-N/A
Physical Therapy in Sport Conference
Mairead Conneely, Kieran O Sullivan, Dr. Stephen Edmondston (2006) Physical Therapy in Sport Conference. :N/A-N/A
MACP conference
Mairead Conneely, Kieran O Sullivan, Dr. Stephen Edmondston (2006) MACP conference. :N/A-N/A
Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists: Annual Conference
Kelly B. O Sullivan K, Shafat A. (2006) Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists: Annual Conference. :*-*
Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists: Annual Conference
Farrell G, O'Sullivan P, Dankaerts W, Burnett A, Jefford E, Naylor C, O'Sullivan K (2006) Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists: Annual Conference. :*-*
British Institute of Musculoskeletal Medicine Conference: Posture-It¿s a pain.
O'Sullivan P, Dankaerts W, Burnett A, Farrell G, Jefford E, Naylor C, O'Sullivan K. (2006) British Institute of Musculoskeletal Medicine Conference: Posture-It¿s a pain.. :*-*
I.S.C.P Conference 2005. '100 Years of Physiotherapy in Ireland'
Kieran O Sullivan, Mairead Conneely and Dr. Stephen Edmonston (2005) I.S.C.P Conference 2005. '100 Years of Physiotherapy in Ireland'. :N/A-N/A
2nd International Conference on Movement Dysfunction. Pain and Performance: Evidence and Effect
Dr. Peter O Sullivan, Wim Dankaerts, Dr. Angus Burnett, Garreth Farrell, Clare Naylor and Kieran O Sullivan (2005) 2nd International Conference on Movement Dysfunction. Pain and Performance: Evidence and Effect. :N/A-N/A
Conference Contributions
Published Reports
Surface EMG - does the use of a Faraday room change measurement?
O'Sullivan, K; Sheikh, UQ; Shafat, A; Coote, S (2008) Surface EMG - does the use of a Faraday room change measurement?. Limerick : National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin :44-45
Editorials
Unlocking the potential of physical activity for back health
O'Keeffe, M,Maher, CG,O'Sullivan, K (2017) Unlocking the potential of physical activity for back health. British journal of sports medicine :760-761
The ineffectiveness of paracetamol for spinal pain provides opportunities to better manage low back pain
O'Sullivan, K,O'Sullivan, P (2016) The ineffectiveness of paracetamol for spinal pain provides opportunities to better manage low back pain. British journal of sports medicine :197-76
Unraveling the Complexity of Low Back Pain
O'Sullivan, P,Caneiro, JP,O'Keeffe, M,O'Sullivan, K (2016) Unraveling the Complexity of Low Back Pain. Journal Of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy :932-937
Book Reviews
Other Publications
A systematic literature review of injury epidemiology and surveillance practices in elite adult female field-based team sport
Gilhooly M.;Cahalan R.;O'Sullivan K.;Norton C. (2023) A systematic literature review of injury epidemiology and surveillance practices in elite adult female field-based team sport. Journal Of Science And Medicine In Sport
Eccentric exercise improves joint flexibility in adults: A systematic review update and meta-analysis
Diong J.;Carden P.C.;O'Sullivan K.;Sherrington C.;Reed D.S. (2022) Eccentric exercise improves joint flexibility in adults: A systematic review update and meta-analysis. Musculoskeletal Science And Practice
Epidemiology and moderators of injury in Gaelic football: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Dekkers T.;O'Sullivan K.;Blake C.;McVeigh J.G.;Collins K. (2022) Epidemiology and moderators of injury in Gaelic football: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal Of Science And Medicine In Sport :222-229
Psychometric properties of performance-based measures of physical function administered via telehealth among people with chronic conditions: A systematic review
Walsh C.B.;Cahalan R.;Hinman R.S.;O’ Sullivan K. (2022) Psychometric properties of performance-based measures of physical function administered via telehealth among people with chronic conditions: A systematic review. Plos One
The effect of Warm-up, Static and Dynamic Stretching on Hamstring Flexibility. Proceedings of the 27th International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) Conference, Limerick, Ireland. p241.
O'Sullivan, K; Murray, E; Sainsbury, D (2009) The effect of Warm-up, Static and Dynamic Stretching on Hamstring Flexibility. Proceedings of the 27th International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) Conference, Limerick, Ireland. p241..
Assessment of the effect of injury on the kinematic differences in the sagital plane upon landing. Proceedings of the 27th International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) Conference, Limerick, Ireland. P441.
Clifford, A; O'Sullivan, K; Tierney, M (2009) Assessment of the effect of injury on the kinematic differences in the sagital plane upon landing. Proceedings of the 27th International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) Conference, Limerick, Ireland. P441..
Lumbar spine posture in senior and elite level rowers - a comparison with the low back pain population. Proceedings of the 27th International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) Conference, Limerick, Ireland. P709
MacManus, C; O'Sullivan, K (2009) Lumbar spine posture in senior and elite level rowers - a comparison with the low back pain population. Proceedings of the 27th International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) Conference, Limerick, Ireland. P709.
Measurement of thigh muscle size using tape or ultrasound is a poor indicator of thigh muscle strength. Proceedings of the 27th International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) Conference, Limerick, Ireland. P736.
O'Sullivan, K; Sainsbury, D; O'Connor, R (2009) Measurement of thigh muscle size using tape or ultrasound is a poor indicator of thigh muscle strength. Proceedings of the 27th International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) Conference, Limerick, Ireland. P736..
An investigation of the activation of the subdivisions of gluteus medius during isometric hip contractions. Proceedings of the 27th International Society of biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) Conference, Limerick, Ireland. P878.
O'Dwyer, C; Sainsbury, D; O'Sullivan, K (2009) An investigation of the activation of the subdivisions of gluteus medius during isometric hip contractions. Proceedings of the 27th International Society of biomechanics in Sports (ISBS) Conference, Limerick, Ireland. P878..
Activation of the subdivisions of gluteus medius during isometric hip contractions. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 5 (2) p60-61
O'Dwyer, C; Sainsbury, D; O'Sullivan, K (2009) Activation of the subdivisions of gluteus medius during isometric hip contractions. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 5 (2) p60-61.
An Investigation into Hip Muscle Strength of Previously Injured and Non-Injured Gaelic Footballers. Manual Therapy. 14:S14
Kelly, O; Clifford, A; O'Sullivan, K (2009) An Investigation into Hip Muscle Strength of Previously Injured and Non-Injured Gaelic Footballers. Manual Therapy. 14:S14.
A Pilot Investigation into the effect of Dominance and Previous Injury on the Landing Strategy of Senior College Level Male Gaelic Footballers. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 5 (2) p62-63
Tierney, M; Clifford, A; O'Sullivan, K (2009) A Pilot Investigation into the effect of Dominance and Previous Injury on the Landing Strategy of Senior College Level Male Gaelic Footballers. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 5 (2) p62-63.
The tape measure as an indicator of quadriceps and hamstrings muscle strength in Gaelic footballers. Physical Therapy Reviews. 14 (3)
O'Connor, R; O'Sullivan, K; Sainsbury, D (2009) The tape measure as an indicator of quadriceps and hamstrings muscle strength in Gaelic footballers. Physical Therapy Reviews. 14 (3). :201-201
The tape measure as an indicator of quadriceps and hamstrings muscle strength in gaelic footballers. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. ABSTRACT Vol 5 (1)
O'Connor, R; O'Sullivan, K; Sainsbury, D (2009) The tape measure as an indicator of quadriceps and hamstrings muscle strength in gaelic footballers. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. ABSTRACT Vol 5 (1). :55-55
Hamstring Flexibility after Warm-up, Static and Dynamic Stretching in Individuals with a Previous Hamstring Injury and in Matched Controls. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. ABSTRACT Vol 5 (1)
O'Sullivan, K; Murray, E; Sainsbury, D (2009) Hamstring Flexibility after Warm-up, Static and Dynamic Stretching in Individuals with a Previous Hamstring Injury and in Matched Controls. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. ABSTRACT Vol 5 (1). :56-56
Female Gaelic football players' knowledge and practice of acute soft tissue injury management. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4 (4) P40-41 ABSTRACT
O'Sullivan, K; Keane, N (2008) Female Gaelic football players' knowledge and practice of acute soft tissue injury management. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4 (4) P40-41 ABSTRACT. :40-41
It shouldn't happen to a vet... Occupational injuries in veterinary practitioners working in Ireland
O'Sullivan K., Curran N. (2008) It shouldn't happen to a vet... Occupational injuries in veterinary practitioners working in Ireland. Veterinary Ireland :584-586
The Effect of Combined Visual Feedback and Verbal Encouragement on Isokinetic Concentric Quadriceps and Hamstring Performance in Healthy Females. Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 29 (1)
O'Sullivan, A; O'Sullivan, K; (2008) The Effect of Combined Visual Feedback and Verbal Encouragement on Isokinetic Concentric Quadriceps and Hamstring Performance in Healthy Females. Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 29 (1). :74-75
Surface emg - does use of a Faraday room change measurement? ABSTRACT Vol 4(4)
O'Sullivan, K; Sheikh, UQ; Shafat, A; Coote, S (2008) Surface emg - does use of a Faraday room change measurement? ABSTRACT Vol 4(4). :42-43
An investigation of the effects of a Low Dye taping technique on foot motion and joint displacement during gait. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4(3)
Ni Mhainin, U; O'Sullivan, K (2008) An investigation of the effects of a Low Dye taping technique on foot motion and joint displacement during gait. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4(3). :40-
Back pain when sitting: Should everybody just sit up straight? Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 29 (1)
O'Sullivan, K (2008) Back pain when sitting: Should everybody just sit up straight? Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 29 (1). :69-70
A survey of the prevalence, distribution of work-related musculoskeletal symptoms in a group of Irish veterinary practitioners
Curran, N; O'Sullivan, K (2008) A survey of the prevalence, distribution of work-related musculoskeletal symptoms in a group of Irish veterinary practitioners. :20-22
The Status of Gait Assessment among Physiotherapists in Ireland. Physical Therapy Reviews. Vol 13 (3)
Flannery, G; O'Sullivan, K (2008) The Status of Gait Assessment among Physiotherapists in Ireland. Physical Therapy Reviews. Vol 13 (3). :214-214
The relationship between previous hamstring injury and the concentric isokinetic knee muscle strength of Irish Gaelic Footballers. Physical Therapy Reviews Vol 13 (3)
O'Ceallaigh, B; O'Sullivan, K; O'Connell, K; Shafat, A (2008) The relationship between previous hamstring injury and the concentric isokinetic knee muscle strength of Irish Gaelic Footballers. Physical Therapy Reviews Vol 13 (3). :209-
An Isokinetic Knee Muscle Strength Profile comparing previously hamstring injured and uninjured Male Gaelic Footballers. ABSTRACT. Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 28 (2) 75
O'Connell, K; O'Sullivan, K (2007) An Isokinetic Knee Muscle Strength Profile comparing previously hamstring injured and uninjured Male Gaelic Footballers. ABSTRACT. Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 28 (2) 75.
The effect of different 'upright' sitting postures on trunk muscle activation in pain-free subjects. WCPT abstracts. Physiotherapy Vol 43 (Suppl 1)
O'Sullivan, P; Dankaerts, W; Burnett, A; Farrell, G; Jefford, E; Naylor, C; O'Sullivan, K (2007) The effect of different 'upright' sitting postures on trunk muscle activation in pain-free subjects. WCPT abstracts. Physiotherapy Vol 43 (Suppl 1). :P93-
The contribution of gluteus maximus and gluteus medius to frontal plane stability of the hip: An anatomical study. Physiotherapy (WCPT abstracts)
O'Sullivan, K; Conneely, M; Edmondston, S (2007) The contribution of gluteus maximus and gluteus medius to frontal plane stability of the hip: An anatomical study. Physiotherapy (WCPT abstracts). :488-
2006. A concentric isokinetic strength profile of gaelic footballers. ABSTRACT. Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 28(1)
O'Ceallaigh B; O'Sullivan, K; Shafat, A (2007) 2006. A concentric isokinetic strength profile of gaelic footballers. ABSTRACT. Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 28(1). :51-52
An Isokinetic Knee Muscle Strength Profile Comparing Female Gaelic Footballers with and without Previous Hamstring Injury. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4(2)
Burns, S; O'Sullivan, K (2007) An Isokinetic Knee Muscle Strength Profile Comparing Female Gaelic Footballers with and without Previous Hamstring Injury. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4(2).
An Isokinetic Knee Muscle Strength Profile comparing Male Gaelic Footballers with and without Previous Hamstring Injury. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4(2)
O'Connell, K; O'Sullivan, K (2007) An Isokinetic Knee Muscle Strength Profile comparing Male Gaelic Footballers with and without Previous Hamstring Injury. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4(2).
An Isokinetic Knee Muscle Strength Profile Comparing Hurlers with and without Previous Hamstring Injury. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4(2)
Brennan, C; O'Sullivan, K (2007) An Isokinetic Knee Muscle Strength Profile Comparing Hurlers with and without Previous Hamstring Injury. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4(2).
The Effect of Combined Visual Feedback and Verbal Encouragement on Isokinetic Concentric Quadriceps and Hamstring Performance in Healthy Females. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4 (2)
O'Sullivan, A; O'Sullivan, K (2007) The Effect of Combined Visual Feedback and Verbal Encouragement on Isokinetic Concentric Quadriceps and Hamstring Performance in Healthy Females. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 4 (2).
A concentric isokinetic strength profile of gaelic footballers. ABSTRACT. Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 28(1)
Kelly, B; O'Sullivan, K; Shafat, A (2006) A concentric isokinetic strength profile of gaelic footballers. ABSTRACT. Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 28(1). :51-52
Influence of instruction method on recruitment ratio of vastus Medialis Obliques : Vastus Lateralis during a mini-squat. ABSTRACT Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 27 (2)
Conroy, CJ; O'Sullivan, K (2006) Influence of instruction method on recruitment ratio of vastus Medialis Obliques : Vastus Lateralis during a mini-squat. ABSTRACT Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 27 (2). :36-37
The status of gait assessment among physiotherapists in Ireland. ABSTRACT. Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 27 (2)
Flannery, G; O'Sullivan, K (2006) The status of gait assessment among physiotherapists in Ireland. ABSTRACT. Physiotherapy Ireland. Vol 27 (2). :36-
Dissection of gluteus maximus and medius with respect to their suggested roles in pelvic and hip stability: implications for rehabilitation?' ABSTRACT Physical Therapy in Sport. Vol 7 (4)
Conneely, M; O'Sullivan, K; Edmondston, S (2006) Dissection of gluteus maximus and medius with respect to their suggested roles in pelvic and hip stability: implications for rehabilitation?' ABSTRACT Physical Therapy in Sport. Vol 7 (4). :176-178
Influence of instruction method on recruitment ratio of vastus Medialis Obliques : Vastus Lateralis during a mini-squat. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 3(4) p47-50
Conroy, CJ; O'Sullivan, K (2006) Influence of instruction method on recruitment ratio of vastus Medialis Obliques : Vastus Lateralis during a mini-squat. ABSTRACT. National Institute of Health Sciences Research Bulletin. Vol 3(4) p47-50.