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FERNANDEZ, Ma. Roxanne L.

FERNANDEZ, Ma. Roxanne L.

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Asst. Prof. Ma. Roxanne L. Fernandez, PhD

Department of Physical Therapy | Center for Health Research and Movement Science

rlfernandez@ust.edu.ph

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Academic Qualifications

Research Highlights

Research Interests

Academic Qualifications

Degrees

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Health, Sports, and Human Performance, The University of Waikato – Hamilton, New Zealand, 2022
  • Master of Science in Physical Therapy, University of Santo Tomas – Manila, Philippines, 2011
  • Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, De La Salle Health Sciences University, 2006

Research Highlights

  • Precision in Motion: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Dynamic Shoulder Ultrasound Assessment Across Ethnicities and Pain Syndromes
  • Development of Normative Filipino Gait Database for Software-Based Quantitative Gait Assessment System using 3D Motion Capture and Wearable Sensors for Post-Stroke Hemiplegic Gaits- (on-going/ target period to be done within 2 years)- Funded by the Department of Science and Technology of the Philippines. Collaboration with the College of Engineering, Faculty of Medicine, University Hospital and College of Rehabilitation Sciences- Member
  • Normative Reference Values for the Timed Up and Go Test (TUG) in Healthy Filipino ages 20-69 years: (on-going/ target period to be done within 2 years)- Funded by the Department of Science and Technology of the Philippines. Collaboration with the College of Engineering, Faculty of Medicine, University Hospital and College of Rehabilitation Sciences- Head
  • The Effects of Gibney’s Closed Basket Weave with Heel Lock and Figure of Eight Technique on the Lower Extremity during Landing from a Spike Jump among UST UAAP Female Volleyball Players (Team B)-  Research Adviser Undergrad thesis, May 2017
  • The Effect of Shoe Inserts on Lower Extremity Angular Kinematics on Running among UST UAAP Track and Field Team A Long Distance Runners – Research Adviser Undergrad thesis, May 2016
  • Task and Kinematic Analysis of Bathing using a Dipper: A pilot study- Research Adviser Undergrad thesis, May 2015
  • Descriptive Analysis of Trunk, Hip, Knee and Ankle Range of Motion Changes during Sit-to-Stand in outpatient individuals with Stroke- Research Adviser Undergrad thesis, May 2014
  • Correlation of Gluteus Medius Strength among Flat Footed Patients Aged 14-40 years old- Research Adviser Undergrad thesis, May 2014

Research Interests

  • Applied Biomechanics
  • AI in Rehabilitation
  • Physical Therapy
  • Human Movement Analysis

Courses Handled

Major Recognitions

Professional Activities

Courses Handled

   

Major Recognitions

  

Professional Activities

  • College Secretary, University of Santo Tomas – College of Rehabilitation Sciences, 2016-2019
  • Chair, Continuing Professional Education, Philippine Physical Therapy Association
  • Secretary, Philippine Physical Therapy Association, 2014-2016

Selected Publications

Selected Publications

  • Hébert-Losier K, Fernandez MR, Athens J, Kubo M, O’Neill S. A randomised crossover trial on the effects of foot starting position on calf raise test outcomes: Position does matter. The Foot. 2024 Jun 17:102112.
  • Fernandez MR, Hébert‐Losier K. Devices to measure calf raise test outcomes: A narrative review. Physiotherapy Research International. 2023 Oct;28(4):e2039.
  • Fernandez MR, Athens J, Balsalobre-Fernandez C, Kubo M, Hébert-Losier K. Concurrent validity and reliability of a mobile iOS application used to assess calf raise test kinematics. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. 2023 Feb 1;63:102711.
  • Gonzaga I, Blanco KB, Magdalena AM, Merquita AL, Santos DR, See KN, Tolentino TI, Tsai JF, Llanos EL, Versales CR, Fernandez MR. Validity and reliability of mobile applications in physical therapy: protocol for a systematic review. Philippine Journal of Allied Health Sciences. 2023:32-7.
  • Fidel MB, Gonzalez-Suarez CB, dela Cruz AR, Roxas EA, Fernandez MR, Cruz CG. Spatiotemporal Parameters of Gait in Filipino Adults Using the 3-D Motion Capture System. Journal of Medicine, University of Santo Tomas. 2021 Dec 31;5(2):744-54

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