معرفی
Kirstin MacDonald is an Assistant Professor at Bond University's Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine. She holds a PhD (2021) from Bond University and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney (2004). Her research focuses on promoting children's health through exploring associations between physical activity, motor proficiency, and academic performance in primary school settings. She investigates school-based physiotherapy models and health promotion strategies.
Education:
- PhD, Bond University (2014–2021)
- BAppSc(Phty), University of Sydney (2001–2004)
Research Interests:
- Physical activity interventions in schools
- Motor proficiency and academic performance linkages
- School-based physiotherapy service delivery
- Child health and wellbeing promotion
Recent Research Trends: Her work emphasizes classroom-based motor programs and their impact on academic outcomes, educator perspectives on physical activity implementation, and cross-sectional analyses of child activity patterns. She also reviews spinal manipulation efficacy in pediatric populations and Cuevas Medek exercises for motor skill development.
Professional Activities:
- Delivered an invited talk on School-Based Physiotherapy in March 2023
Lab/Team Affiliations: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams focusing on pediatric health promotion and school-based interventions.
