Thomas Ingram

Thomas Ingram is an Honorary Research Fellow in the Department for Health at the University of Bath. His research focuses on rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, particularly axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), with an emphasis on telehealth-based rehabilitation, self-management support, and psychological factors such as pain catastrophizing and fear of movement.

• Position: Honorary Research Fellow
• Institution: University of Bath
• Department: Department for Health
• Research Focus: Telehealth, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Pain Psychology, Behavioral Adherence

His research explores how digital health interventions can enhance self-management and physical function in chronic rheumatic conditions. He employs both qualitative and quantitative methods, including scoping reviews, cross-sectional surveys, and psychometric validation studies. A key theme is the integration of psychological theories into rehabilitation frameworks for long-term behavior change.

The recent publications highlight a strong trend in evaluating telerehabilitation interventions, particularly their theoretical grounding and effectiveness in improving outcomes for patients with inflammatory arthritis. His work frequently appears in leading rheumatology journals such as Arthritis & Rheumatology and Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.

Thomas Ingram completed his PhD in August 2023 with a thesis on maximizing physical activity benefits for individuals with axial spondyloarthritis, focusing on long-term adherence. He has contributed to a nationally funded scoping review project on telehealth in inflammatory arthritis, working under Dr. Paul Rouse. While no formal awards are listed, his research is gaining visibility, with mentions on social media and academic platforms like Mendeley.

He has supervised or collaborated on research with a network of academics and clinicians, though no formal advisees are listed. He is active in interdisciplinary research involving health psychology, rehabilitation science, and digital health policy.