University:

Doctoral Studies Programme at the DSHS Cologne (Institute for Biomechanics and Orthopaedics).

Distance learning course (Aspects of Sports Economics) at the Distance Learning University of Hagen, Germany.

Postgraduate studies (movement therapy) at the University of Bochum, in the subjects of Prevention and Rehabilitation through Movement and Sport.

Degree course in sports at the DSHS Cologne, with degree of

Diplomsportlehrer (Qualified Physical Education Instructor).

Research highlights: Adaptation of muscular power and changes to walking and running kinematics, particularly after injuries and illnesses of the musculoskeletal system.

Central area of research:

Neuromechanical and pathomechanical aspects of the musculoskeletal system.

Teaching field:

Training and therapy

Practical experience:

More than 20 years as directing therapist and deputy CEO of an outpatient rehabilitation and health centre in Mettmann. Owner of Medi-Train, a therapy and diagnostic centre for movement analytics as well as medical training therapy and physical therapy in Mettmann and Leverkusen, Germany.