OUR RESEARCH
The Manitoba Orthopaedic Spine Program is committed to advancing the science of spine care through three pillars of research — bringing laboratory discoveries to the clinic and improving the systems that deliver care.
CLINICAL RESEARCH
Clinical Research
Our clinical research focuses on patient outcomes, surgical techniques, and evidence-based improvements to spine care delivery. We study the real-world effectiveness of orthopaedic spine interventions across diverse patient populations.
- Surgical outcome studies
- Comparative effectiveness research
- Patient-reported outcomes
- Prospective cohort studies
HEALTH SYSTEMS EFFICIENCY
Health Systems Efficiency
We investigate how spine care can be delivered more effectively within the healthcare system — reducing wait times, improving care pathways, and optimizing resource use without compromising outcomes.
- Wait time analysis
- Care pathway optimization
- Cost-effectiveness studies
- Health services research
BIOMECHANICAL STUDIES
Biomechanical Studies
Our biomechanical research explores the mechanical properties of the spine, implant behaviour, and the physics of spinal stability — translating laboratory findings into better surgical decisions and implant design.
- Spinal implant mechanics
- Cadaveric model studies
- Finite element analysis
- Instrumentation testing
Publication List
A full list of peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and conference presentations from our team is coming soon.