The Orthopaedic Research Institute (ORI) works across the university and with hospitals, industry partners and academia to produce high quality research and educational outputs that have a proven impact for patients, clinicians and society.
Prof Tom Wainwright Ranked Among Top Orthopaedic Researchers Worldwide
ORI feature in Bournemouth University’s Research in action campaign
New study published by Prof Middleton looking at wear rates in total hip arthroplasty
BU is helping people live better, for longer – Orthopaedic Research Institute (ORI)
Professor Rob Middleton: Robotic technology in hip replacements
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Yesterday afternoon, 85 members of the public arrived at Greystones, Highcliffe, to listen to Head of ORI, Professor Robert Middleton, talk about ‘the ultimate hip diet’. The talk focused on the key aspects of a diet that can contribute to healthy hips, as well as how to prevent hip fractures and arthritis. To find out… Read more » about Professor Middleton delivers public lecture on ‘The Ultimate Hip Diet’
The Orthopaedic Research Institute (ORI) has been recognised as a key part of the South West’s growing innovation ecosystem in the newly launched Great South West Investment Opportunities 2025 brochure — a flagship regional publication designed to attract national and international investors. Launched by the Great South West Internationalisation Board, the brochure presents a bold vision for the region, highlighting… Read more » about ORI Featured in Brochure Showcasing the Great South West
The Orthopaedic Research Institute (ORI) recently welcomed final-year Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) students for an immersive training session focused on orthopaedic scrub skills. This long-standing collaboration between ORI and the BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice course, continues to provide essential hands-on learning opportunities for future healthcare professionals. The session combined theoretical discussion with practical application,… Read more » about Final-Year ODP Students Hone Orthopaedic Scrub Skills at ORI
Professor Tom Wainwright recently delivered a presentation at Bournemouth University’s inaugural Spotlight Lecture Series, highlighting the potential of group-mediated community exercise to transform NHS care pathways—starting with the CHAIN programme. Hosted at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital in collaboration with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust, the event brought together academic experts to explore how the… Read more » about Professor Tom Wainwright Showcases CHAIN Research at Spotlight Lecture Series
The Orthopaedic Research Institute (ORI) is pleased to announce the publication of a new study, Malnutrition and Disability: A Retrospective Study on 2258 Adult Patients Undergoing Elective Spine Surgery, in the journal Medicina. This research, co-authored by ORI Visiting Fellow Dr. Matteo Briguglio, Professor Robert Middleton, Professor Tom Wainwright, and colleagues, examines the impact of… Read more » about New Study Explores the Link Between Malnutrition and Disability in Spine Surgery Patients
Researchers from the Orthopaedic Research Institute (ORI) have contributed to a new publication exploring the role of electrical stimulation in musculoskeletal populations. The chapter, authored by Dr. Louise Burgess, Professor Tom Wainwright, and Professor Ian Swain, examines the potential benefits of neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) as a rehabilitation tool for individuals with musculoskeletal conditions, including… Read more » about New Book Chapter on Electrical Stimulation in Musculoskeletal Populations Published by ORI Researchers
We’re delighted to announce the publication of a new article, Towards Personalised Nutrition in Major Orthopaedic Surgery: Elements of Care Process, authored by ORI’s Professor Tom Wainwright in collaboration with ORI Visiting Fellow Dr. Matteo Briguglio. The article, published in Nutrients, explores the integration of personalised nutrition within enhanced recovery pathways for major orthopaedic procedures,… Read more » about ORI Researchers Publish New Article on Personalised Nutrition in Orthopaedic Surgery
The Orthopaedic Research Institute (ORI) is pleased to share the publication of a new research article in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, co-authored by ORI’s Prof Tom Wainwright alongside Prof Tim Rees, Prof Mark Beauchamp, Dr Mark Stevens, and Matthew Low. The article, titled “Group-mediated exercise for chronic conditions – an urgent need for… Read more » about New Publication Highlights the Power of Group-Based Exercise for Chronic Conditions
Specialising in hip replacement surgery for over 20 years, Professor Robert Middleton is one of the leading hip replacement surgeons and robotic surgery experts in the country. As Professor of Orthopaedics and Head of the Orthopaedic Research Institute (ORI) at Bournemouth University, he trains surgeons from around the world using the latest technology. He and… Read more » about Robotic Hip Surgery Training Course
Last night, Professor Middleton led an event for professionals focusing on primary care hip pain, followed by a short, informal Q & A. The educational session was attended by local GPs and physiotherapists as a chance to discuss treatment options, and what advice to give to patients suffering from hip pain. Find out about upcoming… Read more » about CPD Event – Hip Replacement
