Dr Jenny Burbage
Biography
I joined the School as a research assistant and associate lecturer in 2007 and subsequently started a part-time PhD in the area of breast biomechanics. I previously graduated from this University in July 2006, having completed a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science. I then went on to complete an MSc in Sport and Exercise Biomechanics at the University of Chichester (2006-2007). Since 2011 I have held an academic position at the University of Portsmouth and I am a fellow of the Higher Education Authority. I completed my PhD in July 2013, which focused on the breast support implications for female recreational athletes. I am now an Associate Professor in Applied Biomechanics & Women's Health. I am continuing to carry out research and innovation activities as part of the Research Group in Breast Health with a focus on functional breast support requirements for occupational groups.
Research interests
My primary research area is breast biomechanics and breast health and my PhD was focused on investigating breast support implications for female recreational athletes. My main research interests are in breast health issues such as breast pain and poor bra fit, functional breast support and the effect of breast support on performance during occupational activities.
Research outputs
2024
The impact of online educational talks on young equestrians' knowledge of breast health and breast issues
Cameron, L. J., Smith, R., Stones, N., Freeman, M., Lewis, V., Dumbell, L., Burbage, J.
25 Mar 2024, In: International Journal of Equine Science. 3, 1, p. 30-36, 7p.
Research output: Article
2023
Breast health and bra considerations for female officers
Burbage, J.
1 Dec 2023, In: Police Magazine
Research output: Article
2022
Breast biomechanics, exercise induced breast pain (mastalgia), breast support condition and its impact on riding position in female equestrians
Cameron, L. J., Burbage, J., Lewis, V., Dumbell, L., Billingsley, E., Young, K., King-Urbin, C., Goater, F.
1 Jan 2022, In: Comparative Exercise Physiology. 18, 1, p. 9-19, 11p.
Research output: Article
2021
Sports bra use, preferences and fit issues among exercising females in the US, UK and China
Brown, N., Burbage, J., Wakefield-Scurr, J.
29 Jun 2021, In: Journal of Fashion Marketing and Management. 25, 3, p. 511-527, 17p.
Research output: Article
Multi-study randomised controlled trial to develop, implement and evaluate bra prescription to reduce breast pain and improve quality of life
Sharland, E. L., Burbage, J., Noblet, M., Agrawal, A., Wakefield-Scurr, J.
1 May 2021, In: Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. 43, 8p., 101346
Research output: Article
The incidence of breast health issues and the efficacy of a sports bra fit and issue service in British Army recruits
Burbage, J., Rawcliffe, A., Saunders, S., Corfield, L., Izard, R.
12 Mar 2021, In: Ergonomics. 64, 8, p. 1052-1061
Research output: Article
2020
Force asymmetry during isometric contractions following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
Exell, T., Moore, J., Burbage, J., Mullineaux, D.
20 Jul 2020,
Research output: Conference contribution
Lower limb biomechanics before and after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a systematic review
Moore, J. M., Cessford, K., Willmott, A. P., Raj, D., Exell, T. A., Burbage, J., Mullineaux, D. R.
11 May 2020, In: Journal of Biomechanics, 109828
Research output: Article