Norma Jean MacIntyre

Norma Jean MacIntyre is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University, specializing in musculoskeletal health and rehabilitation. Her research bridges clinical kinesiology, osteoporosis management, and fracture prevention, with a focus on aging populations. She has contributed to international consensus guidelines like "Too Fit To Fracture," establishing exercise protocols for osteoporosis patients.

Her primary research interests include:

• Developing predictive models for fracture risk using functional motion testing
• Optimizing rehabilitation protocols for osteoarthritis and osteoporosis
• Assessing biomechanical markers of musculoskeletal decline in aging
• Improving clinical assessment tools for joint disorders

MacIntyre's publications (85+ articles) demonstrate consistent focus on translational research in musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Recent works emphasize:

• Validation of movement analysis technologies (e.g., Dartfish software)
• Evidence-based exercise interventions for bone health
• Occupational musculoskeletal disorders in high-risk groups (e.g., firefighters)
• Psychometric refinement of patient-reported outcome measures

She maintains active involvement in Cochrane reviews and contributes to advancing non-pharmacological interventions for chronic musculoskeletal conditions. No information is available regarding awards, student advising, or laboratory leadership.