Sport and Exercise Science

Research

Biomechanics

 The Biomechanics division undertakes research in a number of focused areas: Biomechanics and sports apparel research focuses on the biomechanical aspects of performance enhancement and injury reduction associated with sports apparel within a range of sport, leisure and clinical domains. Recent projects include the performance and injury reduction effects of compression clothing on soft tissue movement.

Breast Health

The Research Group in Breast Health promotes research on the breast from a biomechanical, physiological and clinical perspective, with the aim of improving knowledge in this area, educating women and evaluating the development of better products to support the health of the breast. This research group was established in 2005 and currently includes four members of staff. The Research Group in Breast Health has gained international reputation in academic world with invited presentations and published research. The group has also gained commercial recognition leading to collaborations with top international bra manufacturers. Our research in this area has lead to a large amount of media coverage, which helps disseminate our knowledge to the general public.

Musculoskeletal Biomechanics

Our musculoskeletal biomechanics research focuses on the assessment of the motion and forces produced by and acting on the musculoskeletal system. Recent research projects include sex differences in musculoskeletal biomechanics in children, conventional / dynamic control strength ratios and biomechanical musculoskeletal screening. These projects allow biomechanical principles to be applied to promote the performance and well-being of athletes and the general population (encompassing biomechanical and/or sports therapy approaches).

Find out more about the Biomechanics Facilities at University of Portsmouth.