Dr Danilo de Oliveira Silva

Dr. Danilo de Oliveira Silva is a physical therapist and lecturer in the field of physical therapy at La Trobe University. His research focuses on biomechanics, psychological characteristics, and pain in individuals with knee problems throughout their lives. His doctoral thesis was awarded as the best doctoral thesis in Brazil (CAPES-2020), the most prestigious award from the Ministry of Education in Brazil.

Danilo has over 100 peer-reviewed publications, primarily on individuals with chronic knee pain. He is also the associate editor of the Journal of Sport Rehabilitation and BMC—Sport, Science & Rehabilitation.

Danilo is also passionate about translating research evidence into practice and sharing research findings with the general community.