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Dr Michael Mansfield is an Assistant Professor in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at the University of Birmingham, School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences. He holds a PhD in Health Sciences from the University of East Anglia and is a Fellow of Advance HE (FHEA), with over 20 years of clinical and academic experience across NHS, independent, and academic sectors.
Education:
- PhD in Health Sciences, University of East Anglia, 2024
- MSc in Advanced Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy (MACP Approved), University of Hertfordshire, 2012
- BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy, University of Hertfordshire, 2006
- Fellowship, Advance Higher Education (FHEA)
His research centers on improving outcomes in musculoskeletal and orthopaedic care, with expertise in evidence synthesis, psychophysical methods (including quantitative sensory testing), and mixed methods. He leads the ALIGN (Arthroplasty & Orthopaedics Interdisciplinary Group for Evidence & Outcomes) research network and serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of Pain and Rehabilitation, the journal of the Physiotherapy Pain Association. His work investigates pain phenotypes, psychosocial influences on recovery, health inequalities, and rehabilitation equity, particularly in spinal and joint conditions.
The most recent articles reflect a strong trend in systematic reviews and meta-analyses focused on predicting pain recurrence, psychosocial predictors of musculoskeletal pain, and methodological investigations into pain modulation mechanisms. His publications span high-impact journals such as BMJ Open, PLoS ONE, and European Journal of Pain, demonstrating a consistent interdisciplinary and evidence-based approach.
Scientific Awards and Recognitions:
- Fellow of Advance Higher Education (FHEA)
- Awards from the Musculoskeletal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists for excellence in research and education
- Awards from the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy for excellence in research and education
Michael Mansfield actively contributes to doctoral supervision and research leadership. He leads physiotherapy education programs and collaborates with health technology partners on knowledge exchange. He is also a Visiting Research Associate at the Bannister Laboratory, King’s College London, and serves on the editorial board of Pain and Rehabilitation. His professional affiliations include full membership in the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (MCSP), the Musculoskeletal Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (MMACP), and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Research Labs and Teams:
- Academic Lead, ALIGN (Arthroplasty & Orthopaedics Interdisciplinary Group for Evidence & Outcomes)
- Visiting Research Associate, Bannister Laboratory, Wolfson Centre for Age-Related Diseases, King’s College London
- Collaborator with health technology partners on knowledge exchange and consultancy projects
