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Dr Mark Sanderson completed his PhD in Exercise Physiology at the University of Edinburgh in 2014. The focus of his PhD was the acute neuromuscular effects of whole body vibration on performance.
In 2006 he qualified as a Chartered Physiotherapist and from 2007 until 2012 Dr Mark Sanderson worked in NHS musculoskeletal out-patients. After joining the University of the West of Scotland, Dr Mark Sanderson held the role of Programme Leader for BSc (Hons). Sport & Exercise Science.
Dr Mark Sanderson's research interests include exercise and neuromuscular physiology, performance testing and sport physiotherapy and rehabilitation. His experience has included working with international elite athletes such as:
Dr Mark Sanderson also provides sport science support and physiotherapy to UWS Sport Scholarship Scheme.
In addition, Dr Sanderson has provided applied sport science support within the UWS Sport Performance and Rehabilitation Centre (SPARC) to individuals and teams using field based performance testing and lab based environmental acclimatisation sessions.
Dr Mark Sanderson’s research interests include a wide area of sport & exercise science to physiotherapy and rehabilitation. His primary focus is whole body vibration and its application for performance enhancement and rehabilitation. Other keen research interests include:
To develop applied Sport Science research collaborations with external bodies, professional sports teams, athletes and national governing bodies.
To develop clinical research collaborations with NHS partners and other bodies focussed on patient rehabilitation.
In discussion with other professional teams regarding both physiotherapy and sport science support and knowledge exchange.
Establishing SPARC (Sports Performance and Rehabilitation Centre) which aims to enhance your training and competition practices. Sport science and physiotherapy services offered at SPARC are delivered by a team of highly qualified practitioners and therapists.
Future research collaborations and knowledge exchange opportunities include occupational health, fitness to work and the provision of physiotherapy services as well as providing sport science support services.
UWS Sport Performance and Rehabilitation Centre (SPARC).
Carbon Black Systems Ltd, lightweight wheelchair
NHS Lanarkshire.
North & South Lanarkshire Council.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran.
Whole Body Vibration
Measurements in Sport & Exercise Science
Exercise Physiology
Neuromuscular Physiology
Physical Activity
Exercise Prescription and Rehabilitation
Stroke Rehabilitation
Sports Injury
Ergonomic Assessment
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Macrae, E. (Speaker), Cowan, D. (Participant), Arthur, R. (Participant), Buchan, D. (Participant) & Sanderson, M. (Participant)
Activity: Other › Types of External academic engagement - Invited talk