Joe Palmer

Joe Palmer is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Allied Health Professions at Sheffield Hallam University, affiliated with the Health Research Institute. He joined the Physiotherapy team in 2017, teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Physiotherapy and interdisciplinary advanced practice modules. His clinical specialism is musculoskeletal practice, combining teaching, clinical work in Trauma and Orthopaedics, and primary care as a first-contact practitioner. He holds a BSc (Hons), MSc, and DFSEM (UK) qualifications.

Educational Background:

• BSc (Hons)
• MSc
• DFSEM (UK)

Research Interests: Focuses on musculoskeletal physiotherapy, telemedicine applications in rheumatology, and assessment tools like the Functional Movement Screen (FMS). His work bridges clinical practice and academic research, emphasizing practical solutions for patient care and healthcare innovation.

Teaching Roles: Leads on BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, MSc (Pre-Reg) Physiotherapy, MSc Specialist Physiotherapy Practice, and MSc Advanced Clinical Practice Musculoskeletal Management. Also contributes to advanced interdisciplinary modules in the College of Health, Wellbeing and Life Sciences.

Advising & Placement: Manages the Physiotherapy placement team, training practice educators and supporting student clinical placements. No explicit grants mentioned, but active in clinical and academic collaborations.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Health Research Institute and actively involved in clinical collaborations within the NHS and professional football settings.