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
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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.
New Publication Highlights the Power of Group-Based Exercise for Chronic Conditions
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
Robotic Hip Surgery Training Course
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
CPD Event – Hip Replacement
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
New Year, New Hip?
Last night, Professor Middleton led an event titled ‘New Year, New Hip?’ at the Nuffield Health Hospital in Bournemouth. The event was open to anyone who had hip pain and wished to explore options for treatment around hip health and hip replacement surgery. 28 patients attended to find out more information about potential treatment options…. Read more » about New Year, New Hip?
Guideline for Post-Operative Incision Care Published
Professor Tom Wainwright, alongside an international panel of experts led by Dr. Kylie Sandy-Hodgetts, has co-authored the International Surgical Wound Complications Advisory Panel Guideline for Post-Operative Incision Care. Published in the Journal of Wound Care, this comprehensive guideline addresses critical gaps in managing surgical wound complications (SWCs), including surgical site infections and wound dehiscence. By… Read more » about Guideline for Post-Operative Incision Care Published
Economic and Clinical Implications of Hip Resurfacing Follow up: Is Ceramic the Future?
The Orthopaedic Research Institute (ORI) is proud to congratulate our UHD Clinical Fellow, George Orfanos, on the publication of his latest article, “An Economic Analysis of Metal-on-Metal Versus Ceramic-on-Ceramic Hip Resurfacing: Costs and Clinical Implications,” co-authored with Professor Tom Wainwright and Professor Robert Middleton. The article appears in the journal Prosthesis. This study addresses the… Read more » about Economic and Clinical Implications of Hip Resurfacing Follow up: Is Ceramic the Future?
ORI presents CLEAT research poster at online clinical trials conference
Tikki Immins, Research Development Manager at ORI, was invited to present the poster titled ‘Fire, floods and pestilence: challenges of delivering an RCT comparing a group exercise and education intervention with usual care in the time of COVID-19’. The presentation explained the challenges that were faced during recruitment to NIHR funded CLEAT study, led by… Read more » about ORI presents CLEAT research poster at online clinical trials conference
Prof Tom Wainwright attends International Consensus Meeting on Wearables for Measuring Mobility
Last week, ORI’s Prof Tom Wainwright had a fantastic opportunity to attend the international consensus meeting on wearables for measuring mobility in aging populations, held in Burlington, Ontario, Canada. This inspiring two-day event, hosted by the McMaster Institute for Research in Aging in collaboration with the University of Birmingham’s School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation… Read more » about Prof Tom Wainwright attends International Consensus Meeting on Wearables for Measuring Mobility
ORI continues to lead the way in transforming MSK health with emerging technologies
ORI continues to take a leading role in transforming musculoskeletal (MSK) healthcare, leveraging cutting-edge research in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and digital health. As healthcare demands rise due to an aging population and increased prevalence of MSK conditions, ORI is driving innovations that will make MSK care more efficient, accessible, and patient-centred. ORI’s work aligns… Read more » about ORI continues to lead the way in transforming MSK health with emerging technologies







