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Dr Joshua Zadro

Dr Joshua Zadro is a Physiotherapist and Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, The University of Sydney. He is currently investigating strategies to reduce low-value physiotherapy in partnership with the Australian Physiotherapy Association, Choosing Wisely Australia and Wiser Healthcare Research Collaboration. His PhD largely focussed on physical activity as a risk factor and intervention strategy for people with low back pain. He continues to work clinically and has extensive experience working in a private musculoskeletal-based practice and with numerous amateur and professional football teams. Over the past few years he has taught in musculoskeletal physiotherapy units at The University of Sydney.

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