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Dr. Gary Fryer is an Associate Professor and Course Chair of the HCOP Osteopathy double degree at Victoria University's College of Sport, Health & Engineering in Melbourne, Australia. He has been teaching osteopathic principles, technique, and research methods at Victoria University since 1997 and currently holds the position of Associate Professor, which he has maintained since 2011.
His educational background includes:
- PhD from Victoria University, Australia (2007)
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy) from Phillip Institute of Technology, Australia (1990)
- Diploma of Naturopathy from New South Wales College of Natural Therapies, Australia (1985)
Dr. Fryer's research interests span multiple areas within osteopathy and manual therapy. He has been a strong advocate for evidence-informed approaches to teaching and practicing osteopathy. His work focuses on the reliability of palpation, the biomechanical effects of spinal manipulation, neurophysiological mechanisms of manipulative treatment, and the application of evidence-based practice in osteopathic care. He has conducted extensive research on muscle energy techniques and their efficacy for various musculoskeletal conditions, with particular attention to chronic pain management.
His publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on evidence-based practice across manual therapy professions. His research frequently takes systematic approaches, including numerous systematic reviews and meta-analyses examining the effectiveness of various manual therapy techniques. He has made significant contributions to understanding osteopathic manipulative treatment for conditions like low back pain, pelvic girdle pain, and neck pain from both clinical and theoretical perspectives.
Dr. Fryer has supervised multiple research students, with recent supervisions including projects on pragmatism in osteopathy and the efficacy of myofascial decompression for musculoskeletal conditions. He is available for Masters research or PhD student supervision in Health Sciences and Biomedical and Clinical Sciences.
His professional experience includes:
- Lecturer in Osteopathy at Victoria University (1997-2005)
- Senior Lecturer in Osteopathy at Victoria University (2005-2007, 2009-2011)
- Research Associate Professor at A.T. Still Research Institute (2007-2009)
- Adjunct Assistant Professor at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, MO, USA (2007-2009)
- Associate Professor at Victoria University (2011-present)
Dr. Fryer has practiced osteopathy in Melbourne, Brisbane, and currently in rural Victoria. After completing his PhD in 2007, he spent two years in Kirksville, Missouri, conducting research with the A.T. Still Research Institute and teaching at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has authored over 60 peer-reviewed journal articles, numerous book chapters, and has been an invited speaker at osteopathic conferences internationally.
