Personal profile
Biography
Stephen Martin is a Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy. He joined the University of Winchester in 2022.
Stephen has a special interest in persistent pain and is currently undertaking a PhD investigating the effect of diagnostic language on musculoskeletal patient outcomes.
Research interests
Stephen's research interests include persistent pain and communication stategies to improve patient outcomes.
Areasofexpertise
Persistent pain
Communication
Publications
MARTIN, S., SMITH, M., WILSON, D.A., ZADRO, J.R., FERREIRA, G.E. & O’KEEFFE, M. 2026. The Effect of Diagnostic Labels on Treatment Preferences and Beliefs in People With Musculoskeletal Pain. A Systematic Review of Randomized Trials. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 56(1), pp. 4–15.
MARTIN, S., SMITH, M., WILSON, D. A., ZADRO, J. R., FERREIRA, G. E. & O’KEEFFE, M. 2025. Non-specific diagnostic labels for musculoskeletal conditions foster positive views about prognosis and non-invasive management but require clear explanation: a systematic review. Journal of Physiotherapy.