Nikki Petty

Nikki Petty qualified as a Chartered Physiotherapist from Newcastle Polytechnic in 1979. She completed a Graduate Diploma in Manipulative Therapy in Melbourne Australia which was later upgraded up to an MSc from Coventry University. She has written two textbooks on neuromusculoskeletal examination and assessment, and neuromusculoskeletal treatment and management which have been translated into 5 languages. She has 25 publications in peer-reviewed journals (7 of which relate to qualitative research methodology) and has presented at 25 national and international conferences. Her Doctorate in Physiotherapy in 2009 explored the learning transitions of MSK physiotherapists and their development towards clinical expertise. She is currently Principal Lecturer at the School of Health Sciences, University of Brighton. Her main role is Course Leader of the MRes (Clinical Research) and teaching research methods. She is Hub leader for Sussex and Surrey Council for Allied Health Professions Research (CAHPR).