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Dr. Lieselotte Corten serves as a Principal Lecturer in Physiotherapy within the School of Education, Sport and Health at the University of Brighton. Her expertise centers on paediatric physiotherapy, with a focus on holistic management of children with long-term complex needs including neurological and cardiorespiratory conditions, and the integration of physiotherapy services within mainstream school environments.
Academic qualifications:
- PhD in Physiotherapy, University of Cape Town (awarded July 2017; dissertation: 'The use of assisted autogenic drainage in children with acute and chronic respiratory conditions')
- MSc in Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy (major in Paediatrics), KU Leuven (2011)
- BSc in Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, KU Leuven (2009)
Dr. Corten's research program emphasizes evidence-based, family-centered rehabilitation approaches for children. She conducts quantitative studies and systematic reviews on physical activity promotion, motor development, and early intervention strategies, with particular attention to neurodevelopmental disorders and community-based primary health care delivery. Her work consistently addresses health equity through collaboration with underserved communities.
Analysis of her 2024-2025 publications reveals concentrated investigation into family engagement in home rehabilitation—especially paternal and sibling roles—and rigorous evaluation of physical activity interventions for children with cerebral palsy and neuromuscular disorders. These studies frequently employ mixed-methods designs across diverse international settings including Zimbabwe and South Africa.
Her scientific contributions have been recognized through competitive funding awards:
- Rising Stars Award from the University of Brighton (£10,000 grant for mainstream school research)
- Centre for Learning and Teaching Scholarship (£1,000 for student placement experience studies)
As an active supervisor, Dr. Corten currently guides 1 PhD candidate, 4 MSc students, and 2 BSc projects while having successfully supported 16 MSc students to dissertation completion. Her externally funded initiatives include developing school-based frameworks for learners with physical disabilities in Limpopo Province, South Africa. She also serves as an external examiner for MSc physiotherapy programs and research degrees.
Dr. Corten contributes to the Public Health and Health Conditions Research Excellence Group and maintains robust international collaborations, particularly with institutions in Southern Africa, reflecting her commitment to globally relevant paediatric rehabilitation science.
