Kerry Peek

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Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy, University of Sydney

I have over 20 years of clinical experience as a physiotherapist and hold the following qualifications: Doctor of philosophy (behavioural science), Master of Clinical Science (evidence-based practice), Post-Graduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy and Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physiotherapy.

My research is focused on mitigating sports related head and neck injuries particularly in football (soccer).

Do women soccer players have more concussions? This world cup and beyond, here’s how to keep our players safe

This greater participation in soccer over the years has led to an increase in injuries, including concussions.

Do women soccer players have more concussions? This world cup and beyond, here’s how to keep our players safe

This greater participation in soccer over the years has led to an increase in injuries, including concussions.

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Kerry Peek

Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy, University of Sydney

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Do women soccer players have more concussions? This world cup and beyond, here’s how to keep our players safe

This greater participation in soccer over the years has led to an increase in injuries, including concussions.

Do women soccer players have more concussions? This world cup and beyond, here’s how to keep our players safe

This greater participation in soccer over the years has led to an increase in injuries, including concussions.

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Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy, University of Sydney

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Do women soccer players have more concussions? This world cup and beyond, here’s how to keep our players safe

This greater participation in soccer over the years has led to an increase in injuries, including concussions.

Do women soccer players have more concussions? This world cup and beyond, here’s how to keep our players safe

This greater participation in soccer over the years has led to an increase in injuries, including concussions.

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Scientia Prof Kaarin Anstey translates the WHO's updated 2026 dementia risk-reduction guidelines changes into concrete actions for opportunistic risk assessment and targeted advice in everyday general practice.