Musculoskeletal Epidemiology
We apply our research and public health knowledge, and our clinical expertise in rheumatology and physiotherapy, to work towards preventions and helpful solutions that ease pain and improve mobility for the millions of people affected by musculoskeletal diseases around the world.
We're part of the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine.
About us
Find out about our dynamic and diverse team.
Join our studies
Have you ever considered taking part in a research study? Browse our studies open for recruitment.
Hand pain research
Our clinical trials meet the urgent and unmet needs to treat disabling hand osteoarthritis.
Knee pain research
Our clinical trials aim to reduce significant knee pain and impaired physical function.
Low back pain research
Our clinical trials help identify evidence-based treatments for chronic low back pain, which is the leading cause of disability globally.
General joint and lifestyle research
Our online surveys and lifestyle research build better understanding of the impacts of joint pain.
Public resources
Take some simple steps to protect your joint health throughout your life.
Learn with us
We have fantastic research opportunities for Honours and Postgraduate studies, including PhD students.
Our outputs
Read about our findings, and links to our peer-reviewed papers.
In the news
See how we’re sharing our results with the community.
Monash University
Musculoskeletal Epidemiology Unit
553 St Kilda Road
Melbourne VIC 3004
Phone: +61 3 9903 0553
jointstudy@monash.edu