Manali Akre

Manali Akre

  • makre at bournemouth dot ac dot uk
  • Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Therapy
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Biography

I am a Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Therapy at Bournemouth University and a doctoral researcher in Sport and Exercise Medicine at the University of Essex. With a strong academic and clinical foundation in physiotherapy, my work bridges the gap between rehabilitation science, neuroscience, and athletic performance.

I began my career in India, where I trained as a physiotherapist and later specialised in neurosciences during my Master’s degree. My early clinical experience spans a wide range of settings, including neurorehabilitation, musculoskeletal practice, and sports injury management, where I worked extensively with patients across the lifespan. This hands-on background continues to inform my research and teaching philosophy, ensuring a strong emphasis on evidence-based, patient-centred care.

My doctoral research focuses on brain neuroplasticity following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, with a particular interest in understanding corticospinal and neuromuscular adaptations after injury...

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Memberships

  • Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), Physiotherapist (2023-2028),
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