Cristina Herrera, PhD
Researcher
Cristina Herrera has a background in clinical biomechanics and shoulder biomechanics. Cristina's research pursuits focus on unraveling the intricate mechanisms of musculoskeletal injuries and exploring effective pathways for their prevention. She has expertise in identifying potential risk factors contributing to injuries across various populations. Her knowledge extends to the development and implementation of targeted exercise programs aimed at overcoming and preventing these injuries.
At the Canadian Institute for Safety Wellness & Performance, she is responsible for data collection, processing, analysis and interpretation of several research projects happening at both STRIDE and START labs. She employs an array of sophisticated equipment, including electromyography, motion capture systems, force plates, and wearable devices.
Cristina completed a bachelor’s degree in physical education (Universidad de la Republica, Uruguay), a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy (Universidad Catolica, Uruguay), a master’s degree in human performance -biomechanics- (Barry University, USA), and a doctoral degree in kinesiology with a focus on clinical biomechanics from the University of Waterloo.