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Personal profile
Biography
Dr Luke Perraton is an educator and early career researcher in Monash University's Physiotherapy department, where he is currently the musculoskeletal curriculum stream leader. He is a musculoskeletal, sports and exercise physiotherapist as titled by the Australian Physiotherapy Association with a clinical and academic career spanning 20 years. Dr Perraton's research primarily focuses on investigating the mechanisms of neuromuscular control in individuals with musculoskeletal conditions.
Professional memberships
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Physiotherapist – full registration
- Australian Physiotherapy Association titled member – Sports and Exercise, Musculoskeletal
- Sports Medicine Australia Member
Research interests
Dr Luke Perraton's research focuses on exploring the underlying mechanisms of neuromuscular control to gain insights into the causes of musculoskeletal problems and interventions. He has expertise in 3D motion analysis and dynamometry to measure neuromuscular control, and collaborates with experts in electromyography and brain stimulation to understand the biomechanical and neurological mechanisms of musculoskeletal disorders. Dr Perraton has a particular interest in knee injuries and tendinopathy. He is also the co-director and founder of the Monash Musculoskeletal Research Unit, a multidisciplinary group dedicated to developing and evaluating education, exercise, and other interventions for common musculoskeletal conditions. (monash.edu/medicine/spahc/physio/mmru).
Monash teaching commitment
- Musculoskeletal curriculum stream leader for Monash University Physiotherapy, 2019 onwards
- Unit coordinator for the 24-credit-point unit Physiotherapy 2 (PTY1022), 2017 onwards
- Chief examiner for the 24-credit-point unit Physiotherapy 1 (PTY1011), 2023 onwards
- Teaching musculoskeletal clinical skills, case-based learning and applied anatomy
Community service
Dr Luke Perraton is the founder and host of Physio Foundations (lukeperraton.podbean.com) a podcast about the knowledge and skills that provide the foundation of expert clinical practice. He is also the co-host of the Monash Musculoskeletal Research Unit podcast (mmru.podbean.com), which engages directly with students, graduates and researchers about research findings and pathways into a research career.
In 2022, Dr Perraton received the Individual Teaching Excellence Award for Innovation and Development ($2000) from the Monash University School of Primary and Allied Health Care in recognition of the impact of these podcasts within the university and wider community.
The Physio Foundations and Monash Musculoskeletal Research Unit podcasts were created specifically for students and early-career professionals. Their goal is to showcase the work of fellow educators and researchers and directly engage with current students, alumni and the wider profession. The content of the Physio Foundations podcast is closely aligned with Monash University Physiotherapy’s musculoskeletal curriculum and Clinical Communication Support Program. Several episodes have been recorded specifically for use in university teaching, making these podcasts valuable resources for anyone interested in improving their knowledge and skills in physiotherapy.
Other community engagement: 2022 onwards
- Invited keynote speaker at the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy’s sports performance special interest group: https://learn.sportspt.org/courses/41550/webinars/30836
- Invited workshop presenter for Learn.Physio practical sessions. The workshop addressed a critical need for our profession which is developing skill in measuring muscle strength with dynamometers.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
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 area keywords
- Neuromuscular control
- Knee injuries
- Tendinopathy
- Movement analysis
- Dynamometry
- Electromyography
- Brain stimulation
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Projects
- 7 Finished
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NHMRC Equipment Grant - 3234-00 BiStim2 Package
Kidgell, D., Frazer, A., Lee, A., Williams, C., Farlie, M., Perraton, L., Malliaras, P., Soh, S. & Hill, K.
Monash University – Internal University Contribution
1/10/22 → 31/12/22
Project: Research
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NHMRC Equipment Grant - AMTI BP600600-OP Force Platform System
Malliaras, P., Haines, T., Soh, S., Kidgell, D., Williams, C., Bowles, K., Lee, A., Jansons, P. & Perraton, L.
Monash University – Internal Department Contribution
1/01/19 → 31/12/19
Project: Research
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Developing effective processes and closing the feedback cycle for health professional students
Walker, L., Pope, K., Perraton, L., Cousland, R., Taylor, C., Todd, P. & Dakic, J.
Monash University – Internal University Contribution
1/09/18 → 31/08/19
Project: Research
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Evidence for improvement in local but not diffuse pressure pain thresholds following physical therapist interventions for tendinopathy: a systematic review
Alsulaimani, B. H. M., Perraton, L., Dimitrios, S., Tavakkoli, S. & Malliaras, P., Feb 2023, In: PTJ: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal. 103, 2, 14 p., pzac159.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review Article › Research › peer-review
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Impaired Lumbar Extensor Force Control Is Associated with Increased Lifting Knee Velocity in People with Chronic Low-Back Pain
Pranata, A., Farragher, J., Perraton, L., El-Ansary, D., Clark, R., Meyer, D., Han, J., Mentiplay, B. & Bryant, A. L., 1 Nov 2023, In: Sensors. 23, 21, 12 p., 8855.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access -
Is quadriceps strength associated with patellofemoral joint loading after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction?
Schache, A. G., Sritharan, P., Crossley, K. M., Perraton, L. G., Bryant, A. L., Morris, H. G., Whitehead, T. S. & Culvenor, A. G., Sept 2023, In: Physical Therapy in Sport. 63, p. 31-37 7 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access -
Monitoring physical activity using wearable technology in people with Achilles tendinopathy undergoing physiotherapy treatment: A feasibility prospective cohort study
Oskouei, S. T., Malliaras, P., Hill, K. D., Clark, R. & Perraton, L., Sept 2023, In: Physiotherapy. 120, p. 38-46 9 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus) -
Patellofemoral joint loading and early osteoarthritis after ACL reconstruction
Schache, A. G., Sritharan, P., Culvenor, A. G., Patterson, B. E., Perraton, L. G., Bryant, A. L., Guermazi, A., Morris, H. G., Whitehead, T. S. & Crossley, K. M., 2023, In: Journal of Orthopaedic Research. 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access7 Citations (Scopus)
Prizes
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Awarded the title of Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy
Perraton, Luke (Recipient), 2021
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Awarded the title of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist by the Australian Physiotherapy Association
Perraton, Luke (Recipient), 2019
Prize: Other distinction
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Awarded the title of Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist by the Australian Physiotherapy Association
Perraton, Luke (Recipient), 2019
Prize: Other distinction
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NHMRC Dora Lush Postgraduate Scholarship ($71,857)
Perraton, Luke (Recipient), 2012
Prize: Other distinction
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Peer reviewer of the year for the Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice
Perraton, Luke (Recipient), 2009
Prize: Other distinction
Activities
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Australian National Allied Health Conference 2021 (Event)
Luke Perraton (Peer reviewer)
2021Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Peer review responsibility
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Monash University Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences ECR Symposium 2021
Sri Ramarathinam (Organiser), Donna Buckingham (Organiser), Nicole Kellow (Organiser), Katrina Colafella (Organiser), Kimberley Crawford (Organiser), Sally Richmond (Organiser), Tammie Choi (Organiser), Luke Perraton (Organiser), Melissa Lipscombe (Organiser), Suzanne Kleve (Organiser), Zoe Davidson (Organiser), Margaret Murray (Organiser) & Shapour Jaberzadeh (Organiser)
5 Oct 2020 → 30 Oct 2021Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to conference
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Development of online teaching materials for clinical education
Luke Perraton (Speaker)
2019Activity: Other Teaching Engagements and non-HDR Supervisions › Online content/ delivery
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Honours thesis examination (physiotherapy)
Luke Perraton (Examiner)
Nov 2018Activity: Examination types › Thesis Examination
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Masters thesis examination (external, invited)
Luke Perraton (Examiner)
Jun 2018Activity: Examination types › Thesis Examination
Press/Media
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Interview for the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy
4/08/22
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Profile/Interview
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Physio Foundations podcast - founder and host
4/01/22
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Blogs, Podcasts and Social Media › Podcasts
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Idiopathic toe walking in children and 3D motion analysis with toddlers
Cylie Williams & Luke Perraton
12/04/21
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Blogs, Podcasts and Social Media › Podcasts
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The wonderful world of podiatry research
Cylie Williams & Luke Perraton
23/03/21
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Blogs, Podcasts and Social Media › Podcasts