Dr Katherine Brooke-Wavell

BSc (Hons), MSc, PhD

Pronouns: She/her

Senior Lecturer in Human Biology

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Exercise and bone health – evidence informed best practice

Postdoctoral research assistant conducting a body shape survey using 3D anthropometric scanner, Department of Human Sciences, Loughborough University (Science and Engineering Research Council funded);
Postdoctoral research associate conducting a randomised controlled trial of effects brisk walking on bone health in postmenopausal women, Department of Human Sciences, Loughborough University (Arthritis Research funded);
Research fellow examining effects of commencing, continuing and ceasing exercise on bone density and metabolism, Department of Human Sciences, Loughborough University (National Osteoporosis funded);
Lecturer in Human Exercise Physiology, University of Westminster; research examined interactive effects of pharmaceutical treatment and exercise on bone health and fall risk; the influence of an exercise intervention in obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome

Current research

Examine the influence of exercise and other lifestyle factors on risk factors for osteoporosis, falls, physical function and related health outcomes in populations ranging from young athletes to inactive older adults

Teaching

Contribute to BSc(Hons) Human Biology modules in Anatomy and Physiology, Human Ageing, Body Composition and Lifestyle and Disease

Katherine's research examines the influence of exercise and other lifestyle factors on risk factors for osteoporosis, falls, physical function and related health outcomes in populations ranging from young athletes to inactive older adults. In particular, Katherine has conducted a number of randomised controlled trials of exercise and whole body vibration training interventions. Several studies have been supported by research grants from the National Osteoporosis Society; other research has been supported by Department of Trade and Industry, and Wellcome Trust.

Recent and ongoing research studies

The influence of brief, high impact exercise on bone structure and neuromuscular function in older men: the Hiphop study (with University Hospitals Leicester, University of Cambridge, Sheffield University)
Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of primary care exercise interventions on bone health in older people : The ProAct 65+ Bone study (with University College London, Nottingham University and Hospitals)
Bone health in Bangladeshi mothers and daughters living in the UK
Vertebral strength and dimensions in athletes from sports with different loading characteristics (with England and Wales Cricket Board)
Bone health and stress fracture risk in endurance athletes
Effects of exercise on bone and cartilage metabolism
Refining the optimal exercise prescription for bone health
Physical activity in rheumatoid arthritis: PARIS study (with Derby Hospitals)
Evaluation of techniques for assessing fat mass, fat-free mass and appendicular lean mass