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Publications List for Dr Julia Hush

PUBLICATIONS     Impact factors from ISI Web of Science 07/07/08

Refereed journal publications

  1. Hush J, Refshauge K, Sullivan G, De Souza L, Maher CG and McAuley JH. (2009) Recovery: what does this mean to patients with low back pain? Arthritis Care Research 61: (in press)IF=7.751
  2. Hush J, Refshauge K, Sullivan G, De Souza L and McAuley JH. (2008) What do patients think of Numerical Pain Rating Scales and the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire? Spine (submitted 20 October 2008)IF=2.449
  3. Hush J, Michaleff Z, Maher C and Refshauge K (2008) Individual, physical and psychological risk factors for neck pain in Australian office workers: a one-year longitudinal study. European Spine Journal (submitted 13 August 2008) IF=2.021
  4. Hush J. (2008) Clinical management of occupational low back pain in Australia: what is the real picture? Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation 18: 375-380 IF=1.353
  5. Hewitt J, Hush JM, Martin MH, Herbert RD and Latimer J. (2007) Clinical prediction rules can be derived and validated for injured Australian workers with persistent musculoskeletal pain: an observational study. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy. 53: 269-276 IF=1.870
  6. Hush J, Maher CG and Refshauge K.M. (2006) Risk factors for neck pain in office workers: a prospective study. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 7:81-85. IF=1.464
  7. Hush J, Hewitt, J, Martin, M., Herbert, R and Latimer, J. (2006) A new model predicting rehabilitation outcomes. Anaesthesia and Intensive Care 34 (4), 555-556  IF=0.896
  8. Chansirinukor W., Maher CG, Latimer, J and Hush JM (2005) A Comparison of the Functional Rating Index and the 18-Item Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire: Responsiveness and Reliability. Spine 30:141-145.  IF=2.499
  9. Hepler, PK and Hush, JM (1996) Behaviour of microtubules in living plant cells. Journal of Plant Physiology 112: 455-461. (Invited review) IF=1.403  Citations: 40
  10. Hush JM and Overall RL. (1996) Cortical microtubule re-orientation in higher plants: dynamics and regulation.  Journal of Microscopy-Oxford 181: 129-139. (Invited review) IF=1.739   Citations: 29 
  11. Geitmann, A, Hush, JM and Overall, RL. (1997) Inhibition of ethylene biosynthesis does not block microtubule re-orientation in wounded pea roots.  Protoplasma 198: 135-142.  IF=1.573  Citations: 3
  12. Hush JM, Wu L, John PCL, Hepler LH and Hepler, PK (1996) Plant Mitosis Promoting Factor disassembles the microtubule preprophase band, and accelerates prophase progression in Tradescantia.  Cell Biology International 20: 725-287  IF=1.194  Citations: 53
  13. Hush JM, Wadsworth P, Callaham D.A. and Hepler PK (1994) Quantification of microtubule dynamics in living plant cells using fluorescence redistribution after photobleaching. Journal of Cell Science 107: 775-784  IF= 6.5910 Citations: 131
  14. Hush JM, Hawes CR and Overall RL.  (1994) A novel method for the visualization of microtubules in plant tissue. Proc. of the Linnean Society (NSW) 114: 11-19  IF=0.917  Citations: 4
  15. Hush JM and Overall RL. (1992) Re-orientation of F-actin is not necessary for wound-induced microtubule re-orientation and cell polarity establishment. Protoplasma 169: 97-106  IF=1.573  Citations: 32
  16. Hush JM, Newman IA and Overall RL. (1992) Utilization of the vibrating probe and ion-selective microelectrodes to investigate electrophysiological responses to wounding in pea roots. Journal of Experimental Botany 43: 1251-1257  IF=3.336  Citations: 24
  17. Hush JM, Newman I.A and Overall RL. (1991) Electrical and mechanical fields orient cortical microtubules in higher plant tissues.  Cell Biology International Reports 15: 551-560  IF=1.194  Citations: 36
  18. Hush JM, Overall RL and Newman IA (1991) A calcium influx precedes organogenesis in Graptopetalum paraguayense. Plant, Cell & Environment 14: 657-665   IF=3.601  Citations: 21
  19. Hush JM, Hawes CR and Overall RL. (1990) Microtubule re-orientation predicts a new cell polarity in higher plants. Journal of Cell Science 96: 45-63  IF=6.910  Citations: 67
  20. Hush JM and Overall RL. (1989) Steady Ionic currents around pea (Pisum sativum L.) root tips: the effects of tissue wounding. Biological Bulletin 176 (S): 56-64  IF=1.321  Citations: 29
  21. Wilson MR, Hush JM and Walker NA. (1988 The involvement of microbial epiphytes in uptake measurements with the giant-celled alga Chara australis. Australian Journal of Plant Physiology 15:483-494  Citations: 2

 Commentaries, Editorials and Critically Appraised Papers

  1. Hush J. (2008) Neuromuscular training reduces the risk of leg injuries in female floorball players. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy (In press) (Synopsis) IF=1.870
  2. Hush J. (2008) Physiotherapy added to GP care results in long-term improvements for sciatica. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy  54:218 (Synopsis) IF=1.870
  3. Hush J. (2008) No difference in cost-effectiveness of intensive group training for chronic back pain compared with usual physiotherapy care. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy 54:144 (Synopsis) IF=1.870
  4. Hush J. (2008) Manipulative therapy or NSAIDS do not provide additional benefit to quality baseline care for acute back pain. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy 54:75 (Synopsis) IF=1.870
  5. Hush J. (2007) Recurrence of back pain: a timely recognition. Pain 129 (1-2):227-228(Letter to the Editor) IF=5.249
  6. Hush J. (2007) Neuromuscular training optimises knee function after arthroscopic ACL reconstruction. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy 53: 287 (Synopsis) IF=1.870
  7. Hush J. (2007) Group training reduces the risk of pregnancy-related lumbopelvic pain. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy 53: 202 (Synopsis) IF=1.870
  8. Hush J. (2007) Eccentric exercise and shock-wave therapy benefit patients with chronic Achilles tendinopathy. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy 53: 131 (Synopsis) IF=1.870
  9. Hush J. (2007) Community physiotherapy results in effective self-management of knee pain. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy 53: 62 (Synopsis) IF=1.870
  10. Hush J. (2006) Functional status questionnaires for spinal pain. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy 52: 59 (Letter to the Editor) IF=1.870
  11. Hush J. (2006) The effect of 300 mW, 830 nm laser on chronic neck pain. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy 52: 302-303 (Synopsis,) IF=1.870
  12. Hush J. (2006) TENS of unknown value in the treatment of chronic low back pain. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy 52: 64 (Invited commentary) IF=1.870
  13. Hush J. (2006) Heat wrap therapy reduces pain and disability in early stage low back pain. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy 52: 227 (Synopsis) IF=1.870

 Influencing Practice: Reviewing research for clinicians

  1. Herbert R and Hush JM (2008) Do patients’ communication behaviours provide insight into their preferences for participation in decision making? Faculty of 1000 Medicine (9 Sept 2008) IF=3.0
  2. Herbert R and Hush JM (2008) Life goals and health decisions: what will people live (or die) for? Faculty of 1000 Medicine (3 July 2008) IF=3.0
  3. Hush J. (2008). Physiotherapy study produces clinical prediction rules. Physiotherapy Research Update 2008. Australian Physiotherapy Association. Note: this was the lead article in this brochure.

Impact on industry: Commissioned Reports

  1. Hush J. (2006) IAG - Health Outcome Measures. Commissioned report for IAG (Insurance Australia Group), Sydney, Australia.
  2. Hush J. (2006) Clinical Justification for CTP Physiotherapy Services: A Proposed Model. Commissioned report for IAG (Insurance Australia Group), Sydney, Australia.

Published abstracts (clinical sciences, last 5 years)

  1. Refshauge KM, Hush J.  (2008) Workplace rehabilitation: how beliefs influence outcome. NSW Australian Physiotherapy Association p.23.
  2. Hush J, Refshauge K, Sullivan G, Maher C, De Souza L, McAuley J. Patients’ perceptions of recovery from back pain. Abstracts of the 12th World Congress on Pain 2008; PH 153.
  3. Hush J. Predicting rehabilitation outcomes in workers’ compensation patients: clinical prediction rules. Proceedings of the 3rd Australian Rehabilitation Providers Association, Sydney, 2008; p. 41.
  4. Hush J, Refshauge K, Sullivan G, Maher C, De Souza L, McAuley J.  What outcomes really matter for back pain patients? Proceedings of the IX International Low Back Pain Forum, Mallorca, 2007; p.93.
  5. Hush J, Hewitt, J, Martin, M., Herbert, R and Latimer, J. A new model predicting rehabilitation outcomes. Proceedings of the 26thASM of the Australian Pain Society (2006) p45.
  6. Hush J, Hewitt, J, Martin, M., Herbert, R and Latimer, J. Prognostic factors in injured workers. Proceedings of the VIII International Low Back Pain Forum, Amsterdam, 2006; PP7.8
  7. Hush J, Hewitt, J, Martin, M., Herbert, R and Latimer, J. What factors predict outcome in worker’s compensation patients? Proceedings of the 2006 National Australian Physiotherapy Association Congress.
  8. Hewitt J, Hush J, Herbert R, Latimer, J & Martin M. Predictors of Outcome for Compensable Clients with Persisting Pain. 11th World Congress on Pain Satellite Meeting: Partners in Pain (2005) Sydney.
  9. Hush, J  Evidence-Based Treatment of Back Pain: Matching Patients to Treatment. Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Australia, 13th Biennial Conference (2003) Sydney.
  10. Hush, J  Evidence-Based Management of Back Pain.  Occupational Therapists  Australia Conference  (2003) Sydney.
  11. Hush, J  Rehabilitation from Work Injuries: Applying the Research to Clinical Practice.  3rd National Rehabilitation Provider’s Conference (2003) Hobart.

Invited presentations (clinical sciences, last 5 years)

  1. Critical appraisal of clinical trials: an evidence-based approach. Stanford University Medical School, Pain Management Division. Stanford, USA 2008. Invited seminar.
  2. Physiotherapy assessment of the chronic low back pain patient. Stanford University Pain Medicine Lecture, Stanford University Medical School. Stanford, USA 2008. Invited lecture.
  3. Fear and low back pain: a neuroimaging study. Stanford Systems Neuroscience and Pain Lab seminar. Stanford, USA 2008. Invited seminar.
  4. Evidence-based Practice and Clinical Trials. 6th Biennial Health Research Conference: “From Cell to Society 6”, Blue Mountains 2008.  Invited symposium speaker (Declined).
  5. Measuring recovery from back pain: what is meaningful to patients? National Resource Center for Rehabilitation in Rheumatology, Diakonhjemmet Hospital, Oslo, Norway 2008. Invited seminar.
  6. Measuring recovery from back pain: what is meaningful to patients? Division of Neuroscience and Musculoskeletal Medicine, Ullevaal University Hospital, Oslo, Norway 2008. Invited seminar.
  7. From peas to pain. Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Sydney 2008. Invited faculty seminar.
  8. Predicting rehabilitation outcomes in workers’ compensation patients. Australian Rehabilitation Providers 3rd National Injury Management Conference Sydney 2008 Invited podium presentation.
  9. Trends in research: Predicting rehabilitation outcomes in workers’ compensation patients. National Workers Compensation Summit, Sydney 2007. Invited podium presentation.
  10. What factors predict outcome in worker’s compensation patients? 2006 National Australian Physiotherapy Association Congress, Canberra 2006. Invited podium speaker (Declined).
  11. Predicting outcomes for injured workers: it can be done! University of Sydney 2006. Invited seminar.
  12. Exercise for Chronic Back Pain. Center for Evidence-Based Practice Workshop, University of Sydney, 2005. Invited lecturer and workshop presenter.
  13. Clinical Approaches for the Treatment of Chronic Spinal Pain. School of Physiotherapy, University of Sydney 2003, 2004, 2005. Invited lecturer.
  14. Evidence-Based Approaches to Treatment of Injured Workers. PPL Education: Psychosocial Hazards, Stress and Musculoskeletal Disorders, Sydney 2004. Invited plenary presentation.
  15. Outcome Measures for Dummies.  Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Australia, 13th Biennial Conference, Sydney 2003 Invited workshop presentation and panel discussion member.
  16. Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation of Chronic Pain. Inaugural Conference of Occupational Therapists; Sydney 2003. Invited podium presentation and panel discussion member.
  17. Rehabilitation from Work Injuries: Applying the Research to Clinical Practice.  3rd National Rehabilitation Provider’s Conference, Hobart 2003.  Invited podium presentation.
  18. Activity Programs for Chronic Back Pain: Applying the Research to Clinical Practice. PPL Education: Chronic Back Pain: Prevention and Early Intervention, Brisbane 2003. Invited podium presentation.
  19. Does Hydrotherapy Work For Chronic Low Back Pain? A Review of the Evidence. Quality Occupational Health Annual Conference: Evidence-Based Practice. Sydney 2003. Invited podium presentation.
  20. Successful Rehabilitation from Musculoskeletal Work Injuries. Workplace Injury Management Systems Annual Conference, Sydney 2003. Invited plenary presentation. 

Other presentations (clinical sciences, last 5 years)

  1. Patients’ perceptions of recovery from back pain. 12th World Congress on Pain, Glasgow 2008.
  2. What outcomes really matter for back pain patients? IX International Low Back Pain Forum, Mallorca 2007.
  3. A new model predicting rehabilitation outcomes. 26thASM of the Australian Pain Society, Melbourne 2006.
  4. Prognostic factors in injured workers. VIII International Low Back Pain Forum. Amsterdam 2006

Conference workshops

  1. Hush JM (lead organizer), Refshauge KR, Ostelo, R, Kamper S, Stanton, T. Recovery from low back pain: what is it and how should we measure it? International Back Pain Forum X, Boston, USA, 2009.
  2. Moseley L, Henderson, L, Hush JM, Treede, R-D. Brain imaging of clinical pain: where are we and where are we headed? 28th ASM of the Australian Pain Society, Sydney, 2009.