Translational Movement Science Lab

The Translational Movement Science Lab (TRAMS Lab) advances rehabilitation by translating clinical observations into research-driven solutions that return to clinical practice. Through biomechanics, wearable technologies, and patient-centered collaboration, we identify modifiable contributors to real-world mobility and develop innovative, clinically-feasible interventions to enhance movement quality for people with chronic musculoskeletal conditions.

  • APDM Opal V2 wearable sensors with Moveo Explorer software
  • Tobii Pro Glasses 3
  • PAL Technologies activPAL4 accelerometers
  • QStarz BL-1000ST GPS Data Recorders

Funded Proposals

Assessing ambulatory and non-ambulatory community mobility in people with lower limb amputation.
Funding: NIH NCATS K12TR004364. Principal Investigator: Kline

The role of visual attention and environmental complexity in real-world mobility for people with lower limb amputation.
Funding: Virginia Commonwealth University Quest Fund. Principal Investigator: Kline

Contact the Lab

Individuals interested in learning about the Translational Movement Science Lab (TRAMS Lab) can contact us by email: phtytrams@vcu.edu or by phone: (804) 828-4483.

Director

Collaborators

  • Pete Pidcoe, PT, PhD
  • Benjamin Darter, PT, PhD
  • John Hermansen, MD

Current Students

  • Emily Parsowith, MS, PhD Student in VCU REMS Program
  • Will Burton, VCU DPT Student
  • Bailey Andress, VCU DPT Student
  • Ally Clark, VCU DPT Student