Katherine Bain

Dr. Katherine Bain is an Assistant Professor in Health Professions at Shenandoah University. Her research focuses on anatomical sciences, chronic ankle instability, rehabilitation methodologies, and neurophysiological aspects of musculoskeletal injuries.

Her work investigates the biomechanical, neurophysiological, and psychological dimensions of ankle injuries and rehabilitation. Research interests include chronic ankle instability mechanisms, neuroplasticity in injury recovery, balance interventions, and innovative rehabilitation technologies.

Publications from 2021-2025 demonstrate consistent focus on ankle injury sequelae, with evolving research into neurophysiological correlates of chronic instability. Recent work expands into technology-assisted rehabilitation (VR, exergaming) and complex clinical decision-making frameworks.

Bain received the 2023 Transformative Teaching Award for educational excellence. Her research integrates biomechanical analysis with clinical applications to improve rehabilitation outcomes for individuals with musculoskeletal injuries.