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Clark Dickerson
Professor/Canada Research Chair in Shoulder Mechanics
Additional appointments (current):
Professor, cross-appointed in Systems Design Engineering (University of Waterloo)
International Advisory Board Member: Centre for Health Activity and Rehabilitation Research (University of Otago, New Zealand)
Adjunct Professor in Rehabilitation Science (University of Saskatchewan)
Associate Director of Research: Centre for Research Excellence for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders (University of Waterloo/Ministry of Labour)
Paula He
MSc Candidate
Research interests: I come into my MSc degree with an interest in biomechanical modelling in addition to medical device development. The population I am most interested in studying is older adults/aging community.
Equipment and methods I use: My previous research included the use of motion capture and computer programming.
Who my research will help: While I am unsure of my MSc thesis project at this time, I am hoping that the outcome of my studies will lead to an improved quality of life for an aging population.
Current studies: I am currently enrolled in several classes as part of my first year masters program. My undergraduate research work is still a focus, and I am completing data analysis and manuscript writing on shoulder rhythm validation, as well as a collaborative study on walker safety (exploring the experience of rollator walker users with an automatic braking system).
Cristina Herrera
PhD Student
Research interests: I am interested in the clinical aspect of shoulder biomechanics, including musculoskeletal imbalances that may affect the functionality of the joint.
Equipment and methods I use: Passive motion capture, dynamometers, EMG, ratings of perceived exertion.
Who my research will help: Through the study of the impact of musculoskeletal disorders in the shoulder, I aim to incorporate new strategies in the prevention and/or treatment of shoulder dysfunctions.
Current studies: I am currently taking classes and assiting in the lab with ongoing DIESEL projects. Once I complete my comprehensive exams, I will focus on proposing my thesis project.
Jacqueline Kormylo
MSc Student
Research Interests: My research interests include examining clinical biomechanical outcomes of people who are post-mastectomy and post-breast cancer treatment, as well as analysis of the rehabilitation methods used to treat these dysfunctions.
Equipment and Methods I use: In my previous research I have used electromyography (EMG), electroencephalography (EEG), and ratings of perceived exertion.
Who my research will help: My hope is that my research will help the clinical outpatient breast cancer population return to their activities of daily living and improve their quality of life by helping to isolate effective rehabilitation strategies for this population.
Current Studies: I am currently attending several classes as part of the first year of my master's program to hone my biomechanical research skills, and hope to move to thesis proposal and data collection soon.
Jacklyn Kurt
MSc Student
Research interests: Over the course of my undergraduate studies at Waterloo, I became interested in studying shoulder ergonomics as well as the impact of shoulder disorders on activities of daily life. I'm hoping to focus on these topics as I start my Masters degree with DIESEL.
Equipment and methods I use: In my undergrad thesis I used motion capture, electromyography (EMG), video and wearable technology (smart watches).
Who my research will help: I'm hoping my current and future research will help employers improve product and assembly design so that they are safe for employees, and I also hope to inform ergonomists on best practice for ergonomic assessments.
Current studies: I am currently recruiting participants for a study investigating the use of wearable technology (smart watch) to track shoulder motion during common workplace tasks. As soon as research on campus is running, I can begin collections for this project.
Fergus Lam
MSc Student
Research Interests: Fergus is interested in fundamental shoulder biomechanics and biomechanical modelling.
Equipment and methods I use: Motion capture, electromyography (EMG), force/hand dynamometry.
Who my research will help: Fergus hopes his eventual research study will help inform the development of future technology that may aid or assist in the prevention and treatment of rotator cuff injuries.
Current studies: Fergus is currently taking classes as part of the required coursework for Masters year 1. He is getting some time in the DIESEL lab on campus helping a Year 2 MSc student collect data for an occupational ergonomics (upper extremity support in manufacturing) project.
Kat Webster
MSc Student
Research Interests: I am interested in clinical and sports biomechanics in overhead athletes, focusing on competitive swimming.
Equipment and Methods I use: Motion capture, electromyography (EMG), biokinetic swim ergometer
Who my research will help: My research will contribute to our understanding of competitive swimming stroke mechanics and resulting shoulder pathologies. My research will hopefully inform coaches and clinicians when incorporating shoulder injury prevention strategies into training programs and improve the coach's ability to evaluate and correct swimming stroke mechanics.
Current studies: I am currently taking classes and developing my thesis proposal.