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Rachel Bevins is a Lecturer in Sports Therapy at the School of Science, CEES. Her research focuses on neurological rehabilitation, particularly stroke recovery, gait analysis, and sports performance in athletes with physical impairments. She investigates interventions such as auditory and tactile cueing to improve mobility and functional outcomes in post-stroke patients. Her work also explores the biomechanics of falls in older adults and the effects of fatigue on athletic performance. She is currently accepting PhD students and has published extensively on topics spanning stroke rehabilitation, movement disorders, and sports medicine.
Research Interests: Dr. Bevins' primary areas of research include stroke rehabilitation strategies, gait symmetry improvement through rhythmic cues, the biomechanics of falls in elderly populations, and the application of task models in ADL rehabilitation for neurological disorders like apraxia. Her studies often integrate interdisciplinary approaches combining clinical trials, biomechanical analysis, and sensorimotor neuroscience.
Recent Trends in Publications: Recent work emphasizes innovative therapies for post-stroke hemiparesis, such as metronome-cued stepping and tactile cueing systems. Her research also addresses performance optimization in adaptive sports like paratriathlon and para-cycling, highlighting the physiological challenges faced by athletes with physical impairments. Longitudinal studies on aquatic treadmill training and mental fatigue effects demonstrate her commitment to holistic rehabilitation solutions.
Advising & Collaborations: Dr. Bevins collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in neurology, sports science, and engineering. She mentors students in translational research bridging clinical practice and biomechanical innovation. Current projects include developing home-based auditory-cued training programs and exploring the efficacy of task model approaches for stroke apraxia.
