Kesava Kovanur Sampath

Kesava Kovanur Sampath is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Biomedical Sciences at RMIT University. His research focuses on musculoskeletal pain management, spinal manipulation, autonomic nervous system responses, and culturally appropriate healthcare for chronic conditions like Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. He actively contributes to osteopathic research leadership through initiatives like the SOLAR program and serves on key committees such as the Osteopathic Research Alliance and Osteopaths New Zealand. Sampath’s work bridges clinical practice and education, exploring innovations like 3D technologies in manual therapy education and blended learning approaches during the pandemic.

His research spans diverse topics including neonatal asymmetry prevention, postpartum recovery, and the use of biomarkers like microRNAs in neuropathic pain diagnostics. He collaborates internationally, engaging with healthcare providers in New Zealand and Australia. Sampath holds editorial roles in journals like the International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine and is a member of professional bodies including the International Association for the Study of Pain and Physiotherapy New Zealand.