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Tania Gardner is a Lecturer in the Discipline of Physiotherapy at the Sydney School of Health Sciences, University of Sydney. She is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health, specializing in chronic pain management, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and patient-centered care. Her research focuses on innovative approaches to pain management, including online programs like Reboot Online and telehealth interventions. Dr. Gardner has contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2013, emphasizing clinical trials, qualitative research, and translational strategies to improve healthcare accessibility in underserved communities.
Her work explores interdisciplinary pain management strategies, such as hypnosis integration and patient-led goal-setting frameworks. Notable projects include evaluating the Reboot Online program’s efficacy during the pandemic and developing mobile health solutions (e.g., PHYZ X 2U) for rural chronic disease management. She received the FMH Showcase Travel Award 2023 for her contributions.
Research interests span chronic pain epidemiology, disability inclusion in sports (e.g., All Abilities Touch Football), and healthcare system adaptations post-pandemic. Her studies often combine quantitative and qualitative methods to address gaps between clinical practice and patient priorities, particularly in low back pain management.
- Grants: FMH Showcase Travel Award 2023
- Key Projects: Reboot Online Program, PHYZ X 2U rural outreach, Patient-led Goal Setting trials
She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across physiotherapy, psychology, and public health to advance evidence-based pain interventions and healthcare equity.