QPRN Lunch and talk

These webinars will take place every 3rd Friday of every two months from 12-1 PM and will be followed by a discussion period.

Register as a speaker by contacting info@qprn.ca

MAY 2026

Date: Friday May 15th, 2026 from 12 – 1 PM

With Véronique Lowry and Michaël Bertrand-Charrette
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When pain shapes movement: understanding the interaction between pain and movement production with Michaël Bertrand-Charette

Pain is not just a waring signal, it directly influences the way we move. Even in the absence of visible or actual injury, it can alter our movements, our balance, and our ability to learn new movements. Despite several advances in research, we still have a poor understanding of how musculoskeletal pain disrupts movement control and the integration of information from the environment.
Using an innovative experimental model that realistically replicates movement-related pain, Michaël’s research program aims to better understand how pain affects movement production in the short and long term. By studying these mechanisms, we will be able to better understand the negative impact of pain and ultimately improve rehabilitation approaches, despite the pain.

Optimizing Access and Care Trajectories for People Living with Musculoskeletal Pain: Development and Evaluation of Innovative Models in Primary Care with Véronique Lowry

Musculoskeletal pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide and is a significant burden on healthcare systems and those affected. The majority of people living with musculoskeletal pain could benefit from evidence-based first-line interventions, including education and exercise. Although physical activity is essential in the management of chronic pain, many people require support to engage in it safely and sustainably. Access to these interventions, often provided by physical therapists, remains limited due to wait times and eligibility criteria in the public system and costs in private practice. At the same time, care trajectories are inefficient: up to 70% of patients referred to orthopedics are not candidates for surgery, leading to significant delays and suboptimal use of resources.
In this context, Véronique Lowry’s research program aims to optimize access and care trajectories for people living with musculoskeletal pain. It is structured around three pillars: (1) the integration of physical therapists into primary care; (2) the optimization of referral decisions to orthopedics; and (3) the development of interventions promoting physical activity. This program is based on implementation science and aims to improve equity, effectiveness, and the quality of care.