Inge Hansen Bruun

Inge Hansen Bruun is an Associate Professor at the Department of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, affiliated with the Research Unit of Physiotherapy in Kolding. Her work focuses on geriatric rehabilitation, hip fractures, and optimizing physical performance in elderly patients.

• Current affiliations: University of Southern Denmark, Lillebælt Hospital
• Research themes: Hip fracture recovery, emergency care, patient activation, health economics

Research Interests: Bruun specializes in rehabilitation strategies for hospitalized older adults, particularly in emergency departments. Her research spans clinical outcomes, functional assessment, and empowerment-oriented practices for elderly patients post-hip fracture.

Scientific Trends: Recent work highlights interdisciplinary approaches to prosthetic compatibility, wound complications in amputees, and predictive modeling of physical decline in seniors. Her studies often integrate health economics and patient-reported outcomes.

Projects & Supervision: She leads and participates in longitudinal research initiatives, including the 'Træning For LIvet' program, and mentors students in rehabilitation science. Active collaborations include Fragility Fracture Network and regional physiotherapy networks.