Iris Lagas

Iris Lagas is a Researcher at Erasmus MC in the Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. Her work focuses on clinical research related to sports injuries, particularly Achilles tendinopathy and related musculoskeletal conditions.

Dr. Lagas's primary research interests include:

• Achilles tendinopathy pathophysiology and treatment
• Prospective cohort study methodologies in sports medicine
• Minimal Clinically Important Difference for patient-reported outcomes
• Neuropathic pain and pain coping strategies
• Eccentric exercise protocols for tendon rehabilitation
• Long-term prognosis of sports injuries

Analysis of Dr. Lagas's publication record reveals a strong focus on prospective cohort studies examining Achilles tendinopathy across multiple dimensions. Her research consistently investigates clinical outcomes, assessment tools, and factors influencing treatment success. She has made significant contributions to understanding the minimal clinically important difference for the VISA-A questionnaire, long-term symptom persistence (up to 10 years), and the relationship between pain coping strategies and treatment outcomes. Her work demonstrates methodological rigor with appropriate statistical analysis including confidence intervals and area under the curve measurements.

Dr. Lagas maintains an active collaborative network at Erasmus MC, frequently working with researchers including J.L. Tol, A. Weir, S.M.A. Bierma-Zeinstra, J.A.N. Verhaar, and R.J. de Vos. Her publications appear in high-impact sports medicine journals with notable citation counts, particularly her 2021 VISA-A questionnaire study which has received 21 citations. Her research has gained traction in academic circles with substantial Mendeley readership and some media attention.