Hamidreza MokhtariNia | Physiotherapist | Excellence in Research

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Assoc Prof Dr. Hamidreza MokhtariNia | Physiotherapist | Excellence in Research

Assoc Prof Dr. Hamidreza MokhtariNia, University of Social Welafre and Rehabilitation Sciences Medical Science, Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hamidreza MokhtariNia is an accomplished physiotherapist and academic based in Tehran, Iran. With a PhD in Physiotherapy from Tarbiat Modares University, he has been teaching at the University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences since 2003, now holding the position of Associate Professor. As a clinical physiotherapist since 2000, he brings extensive practical experience to his academic work. From 2013 to 2020, he served as the Secretary of the International Technical Committee of Ergonomics (TC-159) at the Iran National Standards Organization, demonstrating his commitment to advancing standards in his field. 🏥📚

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Education

Dr. Hamidreza MokhtariNia pursued his academic journey in physiotherapy, earning his BSc from Iran University of Medical Sciences, an MSc from the University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, and finally, a PhD from Tarbiat Modares University, all in Tehran, Iran.

Work Experience

His career spans over two decades, balancing academic and clinical roles. Starting as a clinical physiotherapist in 2000, he transitioned into academia at the University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, steadily progressing from lecturer to Assistant Professor, and now as an Associate Professor since 2019.

Research Focus

Assoc Prof Dr. Hamidreza MokhtariNia 🩺 focuses on research in musculoskeletal disorders, ergonomics, and physiotherapy, with a particular emphasis on low back pain and trunk stability. His work frequently explores the biomechanics of movement, the effects of posture and load on musculoskeletal health, and the validity and reliability of ergonomic assessment tools. His notable studies include adaptations of international questionnaires to Persian, and investigations into the impact of movement speed and asymmetry on trunk coordination. Dr. MokhtariNia’s research aims to improve diagnostic tools and therapeutic approaches for musculoskeletal health. 🔬📊

Publication Top Notes

Translation and localization of the Extended Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire and the evaluation of the face validity and test-retest reliability of its Persian version

The effects of movement speed on kinematic variability and dynamic stability of the trunk in healthy individuals and low back pain patients

Trunk coordination in healthy and chronic nonspecific low back pain subjects during repetitive flexion–extension tasks: Effects of movement asymmetry, velocity and load

Ergonomics evaluation of school bags in Tehran female primary school children

A review of selected factors affecting gait symmetry

Cross-cultural adaptation, validity, and reliability of the Persian version of the spine functional index

The effect of patellar taping on knee joint proprioception in patients with patellofemoral pain syndrome

Smartphone addiction in children: patterns of use and musculoskeletal discomfort during the COVID-19 pandemic in Iran

Cross-cultural adaptation, validity, and reliability of the Persian version of the Orebro Musculoskeletal Pain Screening Questionnaire

Sensory feedback add-on for upper-limb prostheses