Dr. Kerry Glendon | Sports-Related Concussion | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kerry Glendon | Sports-Related Concussion | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kerry Glendon, Loughborough University, United Kingdom

✨ Dr. Kerry Glendon is a dedicated professional in the field of sports rehabilitation, academic lecturing, and research. With a focus on elite student-athletes at Loughborough University, Dr. Glendon has a passion for advancing the understanding of the intersection between sports, academia, and neurocognition. Currently leading the development of graded return-to-play guidelines and continuous professional development for staff groups, Dr. Glendon is also a clinical tutor for MSc students on the MACP pathway. Having submitted a PhD exploring the impact of early exercise on acute recovery of neurocognition and its influence on academic activities in student-athletes, Dr. Glendon aspires to build a dual career in both clinical practice and academia. 🏑🔬

🎓Education : 

Dr. Kerry Glendon, an accomplished scholar, pursued an impactful academic journey culminating in a forthcoming PhD from Loughborough University, scheduled for completion in December 2023. Specializing in sports rehabilitation, Dr. Glendon also holds a Master’s degree in Manual Therapy with Merit from the University of Nottingham, earned in the period from September 2011 to September 2013. 🎓📚 Driven by a commitment to excellence in education and research, Dr. Glendon’s academic achievements serve as a testament to a profound dedication to advancing knowledge in the field. 🏗️📚

🌐 Professional Profiles : 

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🏥 Work Experience :

Dr. Kerry Glendon boasts a rich tapestry of professional experiences in the realms of physiotherapy and academia. Currently serving as a Physiotherapist at Loughborough University since January 2016, Dr. Glendon has played a pivotal role as Clinical Lead during maternity cover from March to December 2017. A vital member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), Dr. Glendon consistently delivers a high standard of care to athletes in performance sports, offering expertise in acute assessment, diagnosis, and rehabilitation. Additionally, Dr. Glendon has contributed significantly to academia, serving as an Associate Lecturer at Derby University (August 2021 – July 2022) and the University of Central Lancashire (September 2020 – present), as well as a Guest Lecturer at Loughborough University since September 2017. Earlier roles include Itinerant Physiotherapist at The Football Association, Clinical Specialist at Perform, St. Georges Park, and various positions within the NHS from October 2007 to July 2013. This diverse portfolio reflects Dr. Glendon’s commitment to both the practical and educational facets of physiotherapy. 📚👩‍🏫

Dr. Kerry Glendon: Research Trailblazer 🧠📊

Dr. Kerry Glendon has emerged as a driving force in the field of sports-related concussion research, showcasing an impressive array of publications and presentations. With a prospective cohort study under review, Dr. Glendon explores the positive impact of controlled aerobic exercise 48 hours post-concussion on the recovery of UK university-aged student-athletes. Oral presentations, including one at the International Brain Injury Conference 2021, delve into the nuanced relationships between symptom burden, neurocognition, vestibular-ocular-motor (VOM) function, and academic performance in concussed student-athletes. Dr. Glendon’s poster presentations at various conferences further dissect the intricacies of sports-related concussion management and assessment, contributing valuable insights to the evolving landscape of athlete care. 🧑‍🔬

🧠 Research Interests 🔬🌐 :

Dr. Kerry Glendon’s research interests are deeply rooted in the intricate realm of sports-related concussion. 🧠 With a fervent commitment to advancing our understanding of this critical subject, Dr. Glendon explores the multifaceted aspects of concussion management and recovery. Through a lens that combines neuroscience, sports medicine, and academic performance, Dr. Glendon’s work contributes significantly to the global discourse on sports-related concussions, paving the way for improved protocols and enhanced athlete well-being. 🔬🌐 Passionately delving into the intersection of brain health and sports, Dr. Glendon stands at the forefront of pioneering research in this vital field. 🌍

📚 Publication Impact and Citations : 

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  • 📝 Publications: 6 documents indexed in Scopus.
  • 📊 Citations: A total of 16 citations for his publications, reflecting the widespread impact and recognition of Dr. Xiao Tan’s research within the academic community.

Publications Top Notes  :

1.  The association between sport-related concussion and musculoskeletal injury in university rugby athletes

Published Year: 2022

Journal: Physical Therapy in Sport, 55, pp. 264–270

2.  BASEM special issue: the calm after a storm

Published Year: 2022

Journal: British Journal of Sports Medicine, 56(8), pp. 421

3.  Recovery of symptoms, neurocognitive and vestibular-ocular-motor function and academic ability after sports-related concussion (SRC) in university-aged student-athletes: a systematic review

Published Year: 2022, Cited by 2 articles

Journal: Brain Injury, 36(4), pp. 455–468

4.  Prospective study with specific Re-Assessment time points to determine time to recovery following a Sports-Related Concussion in university-aged student-athletes

Published Year: 2021, Cited by 3 articles

Journal: Physical Therapy in Sport, 52, pp. 287–296

5.  Does Vestibular-Ocular-Motor (VOM) Impairment Affect Time to Return to Play, Symptom Severity, Neurocognition and Academic Ability in Student-Athletes following acute Concussion?

Published Year: 2021, Cited by 5 articles

Journal: Brain Injury, 35(7), pp. 788–797

6.  Upper limb joint position sense during shoulder flexion in healthy individuals: a pilot study to develop a new assessment method

Published Year: 2016, Cited by 6 articles

Journal: Shoulder and Elbow, 8(1), pp. 54–60