About

Luke Davies is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist, researcher, course director and educator in the Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Science's at Macquarie University. Luke also holds an Adjunct position in the School of Primary and Allied Health Care at Monash university.

 

Luke’s clinical work has involved working with complex chronic patients through education and exercise-based interventions. Luke’s teaching experience includes areas such as functional anatomy, exercise prescription for chronic conditions and various foundational units within entry-level doctor of physiotherapy programmes.

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Luke’s research has resulted in the development of capability frameworks for physiotherapists to deliver care via telehealth (videoconferencing and telephone), housed on the websites of physiotherapy associations in 13 countries and received endorsement from the International Society for Telemedicine and eHealth, an international global partner in digital health.

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Luke’s research interests span several key areas within allied health and rehabilitation science. He is particularly focused on the use of telehealth to deliver education and interventions, exploring its potential to improve accessibility, engagement, and outcomes for individuals with chronic and complex conditions. Luke is also committed to advancing knowledge in exercise-based interventions and the role of physical activity in promoting health, function, and disease self-management.

 

His work emphasises the importance of patient education as a tool for empowerment and long-term behaviour change, especially in the context of rehabilitation and chronic disease management.