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Andrea Ribeiro is a distinguished Professor of Physiotherapy spanning research in shoulder biomechanics, sports rehabilitation, cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, and aquatic therapy. Her work includes more than 20 scholarly documents published in high-impact journals, addressing scapular adaptations, shoulder external rotation, and functional assessments in overhead athletes, as well as balance improvement strategies for older adults. Ribeiro’s research focuses on clinical evaluation, injury prevention, and performance optimization in sports populations, integrating practical and theoretical aspects of physiotherapy. She has contributed to understanding scapulohumeral rhythm, glenohumeral adaptations, and the role of green environments in healthy aging. Her experience encompasses extensive teaching, research supervision, and active participation in international health congresses, reflecting a commitment to advancing physiotherapy knowledge and practice. Recognized for her contributions to clinical and sports physiotherapy, Ribeiro has influenced both scientific research and applied therapeutic strategies. Her work continues to drive innovation in athlete assessment, rehabilitation, and functional well-being, providing a strong foundation for evidence-based physiotherapy interventions. She remains dedicated to bridging research with practical applications, fostering healthy aging, and enhancing athlete performance across diverse settings.
Featured Publications
Tomás, C. C., Oliveira, E., Sousa, D., Uba-Chupel, M., Furtado, G., Rocha, C., … Ribeiro, A. (2016). Proceedings of the 3rd IPLeiria’s International Health Congress: Leiria, Portugal, 6–7 May 2016. BMC Health Services Research, 16(Suppl 3), 200.
Ribeiro, A., & Pascoal, A. G. (2013). Resting scapular posture in healthy overhead throwing athletes. Manual Therapy, 18(6), 547–550.
Casotti, L., Ribeiro, A., Santos, C., & Ribeiro, P. (1998). Consumo de alimentos e nutrição: dificuldades práticas e teóricas. Cadernos de Debate, 6, 26–39.
Graça, M., Alvarelhão, J., Costa, R., Fernandes, R. J., Ribeiro, A., Daly, D., … (2020). Immediate effects of aquatic therapy on balance in older adults with upper limb dysfunction: An exploratory study. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17(24), 9434.
Ribeiro, A., & Pascoal, A. G. (2012). Scapular contribution for the end-range of shoulder axial rotation in overhead athletes. Journal of Sports Science & Medicine, 11(4), 676.