Kerrie Evans

Dr. Kerrie Evans is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health. As a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist (FACP, 2007), she currently leads the NHMRC-funded PACE MSK trial ($1.5M, 2018-2022), supervising 5 research assistants, 3 PhD candidates, and 1 Honours student. Her academic credentials include a PhD, Master of Health Science (Manipulative Physiotherapy), and Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy). Previously, she served for 18 years as Senior Lecturer and program director at Griffith University.

Her research focuses on:

• Spinal and musculoskeletal pain mechanisms
• Manual therapy techniques and clinical translation
• Prevention strategies for pain and injury
• N-of-1 trial methodologies
• Models of care for musculoskeletal disorders

She maintains clinical practice with national sporting teams and complex case consultations.

Her recent publications (2019-2025) demonstrate strong focus on:

• Musculoskeletal pain management innovations
• Implementation science in healthcare
• Sports medicine biomechanics
• Qualitative analysis of clinical practice
• Patient-centered care models
• Rehabilitation technology development

Honors include:

• Fellowship of Australian College of Physiotherapists (2007)

She leads significant projects:

• PACE MSK trial implementation
• mypainhub online resource development
• Studies on therapeutic alliance and referral practices

and holds leadership as Chief Group Education and Research Officer for a national allied health organization.