Rate My Professor Phoebe Simpson

Simpson's research specializes in biopsychosocial approaches to musculoskeletal conditions, particularly training and implementation of individualized physical therapy for low back pain. Key publications include 'Training of Physical Therapists to Deliver Individualized Biopsychosocial Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain: A Qualitative Study' (Physical Therapy, 2021), co-authored with Riikka Holopainen and others; 'Physiotherapists' perceptions of learning and implementing a biopsychosocial intervention to treat musculoskeletal pain conditions: a systematic review and metasynthesis of qualitative studies' (Pain, 2020); and 'Becoming confidently competent: a qualitative investigation of training in cognitive functional therapy for persistent low back pain' (Physiotherapy Theory and Practice, 2024). Her work has influenced clinical practice by highlighting facilitators and barriers to adopting evidence-based biopsychosocial interventions, with publications garnering significant citations, such as over 200 for the 2020 review. Recent studies explore physiotherapists' experiences delivering CFT in practice and mechanisms of change in chronic low back pain treatment. Simpson's contributions extend to public engagement through conference presentations and podcasts on pain management.