Josh Crow

Josh Crow is a researcher at the Medical College of Georgia, Department of Orthopedic Surgery. His work bridges applied physiology, kinesiology, and pain science to address aging-related functional decline.

• Ph.D., Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology, University of Florida (2019)
• M.S., Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology, University of Florida (2011)
• B.A., Psychology, Arizona State University (2006)

Dr. Crow investigates biobehavioral mechanisms to enhance healthspan and functional independence, focusing on interventions that preserve physical function in older adults. His research adapts exercise science models to study chronic pain-functional performance interactions in knee osteoarthritis and explores cannabinoids for pain management.

Recent publications examine photobiomodulation effects on muscle fatigue, movement-evoked pain characterization, and epigenetic aging implications. His work integrates gerontology, pain science, and biomechanics to develop mechanistic pain phenotyping frameworks.

• T32 research fellowship, University of Florida

Dr. Crow's scholarship addresses chronic pain's impact on aging populations through interdisciplinary methodologies combining epigenetics, rehabilitation science, and behavioral interventions.