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Professor Rhonda Orr

B Pharm, M ExSpSc, PhD

Associate Professor
Director of Movement Sciences
Faculty of Medicine and Health | Sydney School of Health Sciences | Discipline of Exercise and Sports Science
Children's Hospital Institute of Sports Medicine | Children's Hospital Westmead Clinical School

Phone

93519475

Fax

93519204

Email

rhonda.orr@sydney.edu.au

Details

Member of the Charles Perkins Centre

Websites

Sydney School of Health Sciences

Sports Injury, Sports Performance, and Activity Promotion

Biographical details

Rhonda’s teaching and research interests have evolved from her industry and clinical experience as a pharmacist, and integrated with Master’s and Doctoral studies in exercise and sport science. Rhonda is an exercise scientist with expertise in sport-related concussion, injury surveillance and quantifying athlete performance and movement patterns in junior and senior athletes from grassroots to elite level in a range of team sports including rugby league, rugby union, football (soccer), Australian football and hockey. Additional research comprises drugs in sport and antidoping. Rhonda also holds an honorary research position with the Children’s Hospital Institute of Sports Medicine at The Children’s Hospital, Westmead.

Research interests

Sport-related concussion, early exercise interventions to enhance recovery following concussion/traumatic brain injury, and early objective diagnosis of acute concussion. Athlete movement patterns, physical demands and injury in team sports. Injury surveillance in elite developing athletes.Drugs in sport and anti-doping issues associated with high performance sport.Effects of exercise on cognition and academic performance in children and adolescents.

Rhonda is a member of the Sports Injury, Sports Performance, and Activity Promotion research group:

http://sydney.edu.au/health-sciences/research/sports-injury-sports-performance-and-activity-promotion/

Teaching and supervision

Rhonda is the Unit of Study Coordinator for EXSS3037 Exercise Pharmacology and Immunology in the B Appl Sc (Exercise and Sport Science) and B Appl Sc (Exercise Physiology) degrees, as well as EXSS5064 Nutrition and Pharmacology in the Master Exercise Physiology program. She is currently supervising 7 Masters and Doctoral students and 4 Honours students whose projects cover the topics of sport-related concussion, early interventions to enhance recovery time following concussion, quantifying physical and movement demands in elite rugby league, as well as rugby union and hockey players using Global Positioning Systems technology, injury surveillance in Australian Football and elite junior rugby league, and the effect of exercise on cognition and academic performance in adolescents.

Awards and honours

SUPRA Post-graduate Co-ordinator of the Year, 2019

Harvard Mobility Award, 2018

Brown Fellowship, 2015

Health Sciences Research Award at Gerontological Society of America Annual Meeting in New Orleans, 2010

Clinical Medicine Person-in-Training Award at Gerontological Society of America Annual Meeting in Orlando Florida, 2005

Themes

Obesity, Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease, Healthy Ageing

International links

United States

(Harvard University and Harvard Medical School, and Boston Children's Hospital: Micheli Center for Sports Injury Prevention and Brain Injury Center) Awarded Harvard Mobility Scheme to Harvard University SSP leave spent at Boston Children's Hospital

United States

(University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA): Steve Tisch BrainSPORT Program) SSP leave spent at UCLA

PhD and master's project opportunities

Injury Prevalence and Characteristics in Elite Junior Rugby League Players

Inury Surveillance in Junior Rugby League

Community Knowledge of Concussion in Youth and Adolescent Sport

Current research students

Project title	Research student
The role of exercise based testing for effective recovery from concussion in children and adolescents	Andrew FYFFE
Effect of Augmented reality based digital intervention on manipulative skills and physical activity in children with DCD	Varalakshmi SIVANESAN

Publications

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Book Chapters

Sanders, R., Orr, R., Chiu, C., Chard, A., Tompsett, C., Fleeton, J., Davies, T., Fong Yan, A. (2019). Development of talent of adolescents in Australian sports high schools. In Pedro Morouço, Hideki Takagi & Ricardo J. Fernandes (Eds.), Sport Science: Current and Future Trends for Performance Optimization, (pp. 51-76). Portugal: ESECS/Instituto Politécnico de Leiria.
Orr, R. (2012). Knowledge of performance enhancing and prohibited substances in elite and recreational athletes. In Jennifer A. ODea (Eds.), Current Issues and Controversies in School and Community Health, Sport and Physical Education, (pp. 265-279). New York, USA: Nova Science Publishers.

Journals

Fyffe, A., Orr, R., Cassimatis, M., Browne, G. (2024). Children and exercise. Australian Journal of General Practice, 53(3), 109-115. [More Information]
Hackett, D., He, W., Fleeton, J., Orr, R., Sanders, R. (2023). Effects of Age and Sex on Aerobic Fitness, Sprint Performance, and Change of Direction Speed in High School Athletes. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 37(5), E325-E331. [More Information]
Cassimatis, M., Browne, G., Orr, R. (2023). The Utility of Melatonin for the Treatment of Sleep Disturbance After Traumatic Brain Injury: A Scoping Review. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 104(2), 340-349. [More Information]
Davies, T., Andersen, J., Halaki, M., Orr, R., Hackett, D. (2022). Effect of high-volume cluster sets versus lower-volume traditional sets on muscular performance. Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness, 62(11), 1456-1464. [More Information]
Davies, T., Halaki, M., Orr, R., Mitchell, L., Helms, E., Clarke, J., Hackett, D. (2022). Effect of Set-Structure on Upper-Body Muscular Hypertrophy and Performance in Recreationally-Trained Male and Female. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 36(8), 2176-2185. [More Information]
Fyffe, A., Carron, M., Orr, R., Cassimatis, M., Browne, G. (2022). Greater symptom burden results in reduced exercise tolerance in adolescents following concussion. Brain Injury, 36(3), 368-374. [More Information]
Cassimatis, M., Orr, R., Fyffe, A., Browne, G. (2021). Early injury evaluation following concussion is associated with improved recovery time in children and adolescents. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 24(12), 1235-1239. [More Information]
Hackett, D., He, W., Orr, R., Sanders, R. (2021). Effects of age and sex on field-based measures of muscle strength and power of the upper and lower body in adolescents. Journal of Sports Sciences, 39(9), 955-960. [More Information]
Orr, R., Hamidi, J., Levy, B., Halaki, M. (2021). Epidemiology of injuries in Australian junior rugby league players. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 24(3), 241-246. [More Information]
Orr, R., Bogg, T., Fyffe, A., Lam, L., Browne, G. (2021). Graded Exercise Testing Predicts Recovery Trajectory of Concussion in Children and Adolescents. Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, 31(1), 23-30. [More Information]
Vetter, M., O'Connor, H., O'Dwyer, N., Chau, J., Orr, R. (2020). 'Maths on the move': Effectiveness of physically-active lessons for learning maths and increasing physical activity in primary school students. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 23(8), 735-739. [More Information]
Fyffe, A., Bogg, T., Orr, R., Browne, G. (2020). Association of Simple Step Test With Readiness for Exercise in Youth After Concussion. Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation, 35(2), E95-E102. [More Information]
Davies, T., Halaki, M., Orr, R., Helms, E., Hackett, D. (2020). Changes in Bench Press Velocity and Power After 8 Weeks of High-Load Cluster-or Traditional- Set Structures. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 34(10), 2734-2742. [More Information]
Vetter, M., Orr, R., O'Dwyer, N., O'Connor, H. (2020). Effectiveness of Active Learning that Combines Physical Activity and Math in Schoolchildren: A Systematic Review. Journal of School Health, 90(4), 306-318. [More Information]
Peek, K., Elliott, J., Orr, R. (2020). Higher neck strength is associated with lower head acceleration during purposeful heading in soccer: A systematic review. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 23(5), 453-462. [More Information]
Booth, M., Cobley, S., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2020). Is training age predictive of physiological performance changes in developmental rugby league players? A prospective longitudinal study. International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching, 15(3), 306-315. [More Information]
Ball, S., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2020). Movement Demands and Injury Characteristics in Under-20-Years University Rugby Union Players. Journal of Athletic Training, 55(4), 376-383. [More Information]
Booth, M., Cobley, S., Orr, R. (2019). Does a higher training age attenuate injury risk in junior elite rugby league players? International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching, 14(6), 779-785. [More Information]
Ball, S., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2019). Movement Demands of Rugby Sevens in Men and Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 33(12), 3475-3490. [More Information]
Howell, D., Andrew Taylor, J., Tan, C., Orr, R., Meehan, W. (2019). The Role of Aerobic Exercise in Reducing Persistent Sport-related Concussion Symptoms. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 51(4), 647-652. [More Information]
Orr, R., Grassmayr, M., Macniven, R., Grunseit, A., Halaki, M., Bauman, A. (2018). Australian athletes' knowledge of the WADA Prohibited Substances List and performance enhancing substances. International Journal of Drug Policy, 56, 40-45. [More Information]
Hackett, D., Davies, T., Orr, R., Kuang, K., Halaki, M. (2018). Effect of movement velocity during resistance training on muscle-specific hypertrophy: A systematic review. European Journal of Sport Science, 18(4), 473-482. [More Information]
Cummins, C., Gray, A., Shorter, K., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2018). Energetic demands of interchange and full-match rugby league players. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 32(12), 3447-3455. [More Information]
Ball, S., Halaki, M., Sharp, T., Orr, R. (2018). Injury patterns, physiological profile, and performance in university rugby union. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 13(1), 69-74. [More Information]
Vetter, M., O'Connor, H., O'Dwyer, N., Orr, R. (2018). Learning “Math on the Move”: Effectiveness of a Combined Numeracy and Physical Activity Program for Primary School Children. Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 15(7), 492-498. [More Information]
Booth, M., Orr, R., Cobley, S. (2018). The Effect of Training Loads on Performance Measures and Injury Characteristics in Rugby League Players: A Systematic Review. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 13(10), 1259-1272. [More Information]
Booth, M., Orr, R., Cobley, S. (2017). Call for coordinated and systematic training load measurement (and progression) in athlete development: a conceptual model with practical steps. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 51(7), 559-560. [More Information]
Davies, T., Kuang, K., Orr, R., Halaki, M., Hackett, D. (2017). Effect of movement velocity during resistance training on dynamic muscular strength: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Sports Medicine, 47(8), 1603-1617. [More Information]
Hunfalvay, M., Orr, R., Murray, N., Roberts, C. (2017). Evaluation of stereo acuity in professional baseball and LPGA athletes compared to non-athletes. Vision Development & Rehabilitation, 3(1), 33-41.
Cummins, C., McLean, B., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2017). Positional Differences in External On-Field Load During Specific Drill Classifications Across a Professional Rugby League Preseason. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 12(6), 764-776. [More Information]
Li, J., O'Connor, H., O'Dwyer, N., Orr, R. (2017). The effect of acute and chronic exercise on cognitive function and academic performance in adolescents: A systematic review. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 20(9), 841-848. [More Information]
Booth, M., Orr, R. (2017). Time-loss injuries in sub-elite and emerging rugby league players. Journal of Sports Science and Medicine, 16(2), 295-301.
Ball, S., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2017). Training volume and soft tissue injury in professional and non-professional rugby union players: a systematic review. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 51(13), 1012-1020. [More Information]
Booth, M., Orr, R. (2016). Anthropometric and Biochemical Effects of the 5 and 2 Diet: A Case Study. Sports Nutrition and Therapy, 1(1), 1-8. [More Information]
Hausler, J., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2016). Application of Global Positioning System and Microsensor Technology in Competitive Rugby League Match-Play: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Sports Medicine, 46(4), 559-588. [More Information]
Davies, T., Orr, R., Halaki, M., Hackett, D. (2016). Effect of Training Leading to Repetition Failure on Muscular Strength: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Sports Medicine, 46(4), 487-502. [More Information]
Booth, M., Orr, R. (2016). Effects of Plyometric Training on Sports Performance. Strength and Conditioning Journal, 38(1), 30-37. [More Information]
Cummins, C., Gray, A., Shorter, K., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2016). Energetic and Metabolic Power Demands of National Rugby League Match-Play. International Journal of Sports Medicine, 37(7), 552-558. [More Information]
Davies, T., Orr, R., Halaki, M., Hackett, D. (2016). Erratum to: Effect of Training Leading to Repetition Failure on Muscular Strength: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Sports Medicine, 46(4), 605-610. [More Information]
Orr, R., Cheng, H. (2016). Incidence and characteristics of injuries in elite Australian junior rugby league players. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 19(3), 212-217. [More Information]
Hausler, J., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2016). Player activity profiles in the Australian second-tier rugby league competitions. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 11(6), 816-823. [More Information]
Cummins, C., Orr, R. (2015). Analysis of Physical Collisions in Elite National Rugby League Match-Play. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 10(6), 732-739. [More Information]
Cummins, C., Orr, R. (2015). Collision characteristics of shoulder charge tackles in elite rugby league. International Journal of Performance Analysis in Sport, 15(3), 1090-1101. [More Information]
Orr, R. (2015). The effect of whole body vibration exposure on balance and functional mobility in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Maturitas, 80, 342-358. [More Information]
Cheng, H., O'Connor, H., Kay, S., Cook, R., Parker, H., Orr, R. (2014). Anthropometric characteristics of Australian junior representative rugby league players. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 17(5), 546-551. [More Information]
Miller, B., O'Connor, H., Orr, R., Ruell, P., Cheng, H., Chow, C. (2014). Combined caffeine and carbohydrate ingestion: effects on nocturnal sleep and exercise performance in athletes. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 114(12), 2529-2537. [More Information]
Vetter, M., O'Connor, H., O'Dwyer, N., Orr, R. (2014). Learning 'on the move' A combined Numeracy and Physical Activity Program for Primary School Children. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 18(Supplement 1), e63-e63. [More Information]
Cummins, C., Orr, R., O'Connor, H., West, C. (2013). Global positioning systems (GPS) and microtechnology sensors in team sports: A systematic review. Sports Medicine, 43(10), 1025-1042. [More Information]
O'Keefe, K., Orr, R., Huang, P., Selvadurai, H., Cooper, P., Munns, C., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2013). The effect of whole body vibration exposure on muscle function in children with cystic fibrosis: a pilot efficacy trial. Journal of Clinical Medicine Research, 5(3), 205-216. [More Information]
Grunseit, A., Macniven, R., Orr, R., Grassmayr, M., Kelly, B., Davies, D., Colagiuri, S., Bauman, A. (2012). Australian athletes' health behaviours and perceptions of role modelling and marketing of unhealthy products. Health Promotion Journal of Australia, 23(1), 63-69. [More Information]
Orr, R. (2010). Contribution of muscle weakness to postural instability in the elderly. European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, 46(2), 183-220.
Mikhael, M., Orr, R., Amsen, F., Greene, D., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2010). Effect of standing posture during whole body vibration training on muscle morphology and function in older adults: A randomised controlled trial. BMC Geriatrics, 10(74), 1-13. [More Information]
Mikhael, M., Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2010). The effect of whole body vibration exposure on muscle or bone morphology and function in older adults: A systematic review of the literature. Maturitas, 66(2), 150-157. [More Information]
De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2008). Continuous hemodynamic response to maximal dynamic strength testing in older adults. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 89(2), 343-350. [More Information]
De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2008). Effect of Power-Training Intensity on the Contribution of Force and Velocity to Peak Power in Older Adults. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 16(4), 393-407. [More Information]
Tsang, T., Orr, R., Lam, P., Comino, E., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2008). Effects of Tai Chi on glucose homeostasis and insulin sensitivity in older adults with type 2 diabetes: a randomised double-blind sham-exercise-controlled trial. Age and Ageing, 37(1), 64-71. [More Information]
Orr, R., Raymond, J., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2008). Efficacy of progressive resistance training on balance performance in older adults: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. Sports Medicine, 38(4), 317-343. [More Information]
Tsang, T., Orr, R., Lam, P., Comino, E., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2007). Health benefits of Tai Chi for older patients with type 2 diabetes: The "Move it for Diabetes Study" - A tandomized controlled trial. Clinical Interventions in Aging, 2(3), 429-439. [More Information]
Orr, R., Tsang, T., Lam, P., Comino, E., Singh, F. (2006). A Randomized Controlled Trial of Tai Chi in Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: Effect on Muscle Power and Contraction Velocity. The Gerontologist, 46(1), 408-408.
De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Singh, F. (2006). Influence of Explosive Resistance Training Intensity on Muscle Force and Velocity Contributions to Peak Power in Older Adults: A Randomised Controlled Trial. The Gerontologist, 46(1), 408-408.
Orr, R., Tsang, T., Lam, P., Comino, E., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2006). Mobility impairment in type 2 diabetes: Association with muscle power and effect of Tai Chi intervention. Diabetes Care, 29(9), 2120-2122. [More Information]
Orr, R., De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2006). Power training improves balance in healthy older adults. Journals of Gerontology. Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, 61A(1), 78-85. [More Information]
De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Singh, F. (2005). Acute hemodynamic response to maximal dynamic strength testing in older adults. The Gerontologist, 45(2), 298-298.
Tsang, T., Lam, P., Orr, R., Comino, E., Singh, F. (2005). Health benefits of Tai Chi for Older Patients with Type 2 Diabetes. The Gerontologist, 45(2), 382-383.
deVos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2005). Optimal load for increasing muscle power during explosive resistance training in older adults. Journals of Gerontology. Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, 60A(5), 638-647. [More Information]
Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2004). The Anabolic Androgenic Steroid Oxandrolone In The Treatment Of Wasting And Catabolic Disorders - Review Of Efficacy And Safety. Drugs, 64(7), 725-750. [More Information]
Conway, K., Orr, R., Stannard, S. (2003). Effect of a divided caffeine dose on endurance cycling performance, postexercise urinary caffeine concentration, and plasma paraxanthine. Journal of Applied Physiology, 94, 1557-1562. [More Information]

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Conferences

Orr, R., Mikhael, M., Amsen, F., Greene, D., Seibel, M., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2010). Effect of standing posture during whole body vibration training on muscle morphology and function in older adults. Gerontological Society of America's 63rd Annual Scientific Meeting (2010), Washington DC: Gerontological Society of America.
Orr, R., Macniven, R., Grassmayr, M., Bauman, A. (2009). Baseline study of knowledge and awareness of anti-doping in the sporting community: Pilot survey results. 2009 Australian Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport, Australia: Sports Medicine Australia.
De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2006). Power training intensity alters the contribution of force and velocity to peak power generation in older adults: A randomised controlled trial. 2nd Australian Association for Exercise and Sport Science Conference, Brisbane: Australian Association for Exercise and Sports Science (AAESS).
Orr, R., De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2005). Power training improves balance in healthy older adults. 58th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Gerontological Society of America GSA 2005, United States: Gerontological Society of America. [More Information]
Orr, R., De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Singh, F. (2004). Novel Relationships Of Balance To Muscle Power And Mental Health In Healthy Older Adults. American Geriatrics Society 2004 Annual Scientific Meeting, USA: American Geriatrics Society.
De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Singh, F. (2004). Optimal Load for Increasing Muscle Power during Explosive Resistance Training in Older Adults. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. ACSM 51st Annual Meeting., USA: American College of Sports Medicine.
Conway, K., Orr, R., Stannard, S. (2001). The effect of a divided caffeine dose on performance and substrate metabolism. Australian Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport, : Ads & Adea.

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2024

Fyffe, A., Orr, R., Cassimatis, M., Browne, G. (2024). Children and exercise. Australian Journal of General Practice, 53(3), 109-115. [More Information]

2023

Hackett, D., He, W., Fleeton, J., Orr, R., Sanders, R. (2023). Effects of Age and Sex on Aerobic Fitness, Sprint Performance, and Change of Direction Speed in High School Athletes. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 37(5), E325-E331. [More Information]
Cassimatis, M., Browne, G., Orr, R. (2023). The Utility of Melatonin for the Treatment of Sleep Disturbance After Traumatic Brain Injury: A Scoping Review. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 104(2), 340-349. [More Information]

2022

Davies, T., Andersen, J., Halaki, M., Orr, R., Hackett, D. (2022). Effect of high-volume cluster sets versus lower-volume traditional sets on muscular performance. Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness, 62(11), 1456-1464. [More Information]
Davies, T., Halaki, M., Orr, R., Mitchell, L., Helms, E., Clarke, J., Hackett, D. (2022). Effect of Set-Structure on Upper-Body Muscular Hypertrophy and Performance in Recreationally-Trained Male and Female. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 36(8), 2176-2185. [More Information]
Fyffe, A., Carron, M., Orr, R., Cassimatis, M., Browne, G. (2022). Greater symptom burden results in reduced exercise tolerance in adolescents following concussion. Brain Injury, 36(3), 368-374. [More Information]

2021

Cassimatis, M., Orr, R., Fyffe, A., Browne, G. (2021). Early injury evaluation following concussion is associated with improved recovery time in children and adolescents. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 24(12), 1235-1239. [More Information]
Hackett, D., He, W., Orr, R., Sanders, R. (2021). Effects of age and sex on field-based measures of muscle strength and power of the upper and lower body in adolescents. Journal of Sports Sciences, 39(9), 955-960. [More Information]
Orr, R., Hamidi, J., Levy, B., Halaki, M. (2021). Epidemiology of injuries in Australian junior rugby league players. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 24(3), 241-246. [More Information]
Orr, R., Bogg, T., Fyffe, A., Lam, L., Browne, G. (2021). Graded Exercise Testing Predicts Recovery Trajectory of Concussion in Children and Adolescents. Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, 31(1), 23-30. [More Information]

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2020

Vetter, M., O'Connor, H., O'Dwyer, N., Chau, J., Orr, R. (2020). 'Maths on the move': Effectiveness of physically-active lessons for learning maths and increasing physical activity in primary school students. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 23(8), 735-739. [More Information]
Fyffe, A., Bogg, T., Orr, R., Browne, G. (2020). Association of Simple Step Test With Readiness for Exercise in Youth After Concussion. Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation, 35(2), E95-E102. [More Information]
Davies, T., Halaki, M., Orr, R., Helms, E., Hackett, D. (2020). Changes in Bench Press Velocity and Power After 8 Weeks of High-Load Cluster-or Traditional- Set Structures. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 34(10), 2734-2742. [More Information]
Vetter, M., Orr, R., O'Dwyer, N., O'Connor, H. (2020). Effectiveness of Active Learning that Combines Physical Activity and Math in Schoolchildren: A Systematic Review. Journal of School Health, 90(4), 306-318. [More Information]
Peek, K., Elliott, J., Orr, R. (2020). Higher neck strength is associated with lower head acceleration during purposeful heading in soccer: A systematic review. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 23(5), 453-462. [More Information]
Booth, M., Cobley, S., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2020). Is training age predictive of physiological performance changes in developmental rugby league players? A prospective longitudinal study. International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching, 15(3), 306-315. [More Information]
Ball, S., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2020). Movement Demands and Injury Characteristics in Under-20-Years University Rugby Union Players. Journal of Athletic Training, 55(4), 376-383. [More Information]

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2019

Sanders, R., Orr, R., Chiu, C., Chard, A., Tompsett, C., Fleeton, J., Davies, T., Fong Yan, A. (2019). Development of talent of adolescents in Australian sports high schools. In Pedro Morouço, Hideki Takagi & Ricardo J. Fernandes (Eds.), Sport Science: Current and Future Trends for Performance Optimization, (pp. 51-76). Portugal: ESECS/Instituto Politécnico de Leiria.
Booth, M., Cobley, S., Orr, R. (2019). Does a higher training age attenuate injury risk in junior elite rugby league players? International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching, 14(6), 779-785. [More Information]
Ball, S., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2019). Movement Demands of Rugby Sevens in Men and Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 33(12), 3475-3490. [More Information]
Howell, D., Andrew Taylor, J., Tan, C., Orr, R., Meehan, W. (2019). The Role of Aerobic Exercise in Reducing Persistent Sport-related Concussion Symptoms. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 51(4), 647-652. [More Information]

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2018

Orr, R., Grassmayr, M., Macniven, R., Grunseit, A., Halaki, M., Bauman, A. (2018). Australian athletes' knowledge of the WADA Prohibited Substances List and performance enhancing substances. International Journal of Drug Policy, 56, 40-45. [More Information]
Hackett, D., Davies, T., Orr, R., Kuang, K., Halaki, M. (2018). Effect of movement velocity during resistance training on muscle-specific hypertrophy: A systematic review. European Journal of Sport Science, 18(4), 473-482. [More Information]
Cummins, C., Gray, A., Shorter, K., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2018). Energetic demands of interchange and full-match rugby league players. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 32(12), 3447-3455. [More Information]
Ball, S., Halaki, M., Sharp, T., Orr, R. (2018). Injury patterns, physiological profile, and performance in university rugby union. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 13(1), 69-74. [More Information]
Vetter, M., O'Connor, H., O'Dwyer, N., Orr, R. (2018). Learning “Math on the Move”: Effectiveness of a Combined Numeracy and Physical Activity Program for Primary School Children. Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 15(7), 492-498. [More Information]
Booth, M., Orr, R., Cobley, S. (2018). The Effect of Training Loads on Performance Measures and Injury Characteristics in Rugby League Players: A Systematic Review. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 13(10), 1259-1272. [More Information]

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2017

Booth, M., Orr, R., Cobley, S. (2017). Call for coordinated and systematic training load measurement (and progression) in athlete development: a conceptual model with practical steps. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 51(7), 559-560. [More Information]
Davies, T., Kuang, K., Orr, R., Halaki, M., Hackett, D. (2017). Effect of movement velocity during resistance training on dynamic muscular strength: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Sports Medicine, 47(8), 1603-1617. [More Information]
Hunfalvay, M., Orr, R., Murray, N., Roberts, C. (2017). Evaluation of stereo acuity in professional baseball and LPGA athletes compared to non-athletes. Vision Development & Rehabilitation, 3(1), 33-41.
Cummins, C., McLean, B., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2017). Positional Differences in External On-Field Load During Specific Drill Classifications Across a Professional Rugby League Preseason. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 12(6), 764-776. [More Information]
Li, J., O'Connor, H., O'Dwyer, N., Orr, R. (2017). The effect of acute and chronic exercise on cognitive function and academic performance in adolescents: A systematic review. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 20(9), 841-848. [More Information]
Booth, M., Orr, R. (2017). Time-loss injuries in sub-elite and emerging rugby league players. Journal of Sports Science and Medicine, 16(2), 295-301.
Ball, S., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2017). Training volume and soft tissue injury in professional and non-professional rugby union players: a systematic review. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 51(13), 1012-1020. [More Information]

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2016

Booth, M., Orr, R. (2016). Anthropometric and Biochemical Effects of the 5 and 2 Diet: A Case Study. Sports Nutrition and Therapy, 1(1), 1-8. [More Information]
Hausler, J., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2016). Application of Global Positioning System and Microsensor Technology in Competitive Rugby League Match-Play: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Sports Medicine, 46(4), 559-588. [More Information]
Davies, T., Orr, R., Halaki, M., Hackett, D. (2016). Effect of Training Leading to Repetition Failure on Muscular Strength: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Sports Medicine, 46(4), 487-502. [More Information]
Booth, M., Orr, R. (2016). Effects of Plyometric Training on Sports Performance. Strength and Conditioning Journal, 38(1), 30-37. [More Information]
Cummins, C., Gray, A., Shorter, K., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2016). Energetic and Metabolic Power Demands of National Rugby League Match-Play. International Journal of Sports Medicine, 37(7), 552-558. [More Information]
Davies, T., Orr, R., Halaki, M., Hackett, D. (2016). Erratum to: Effect of Training Leading to Repetition Failure on Muscular Strength: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Sports Medicine, 46(4), 605-610. [More Information]
Orr, R., Cheng, H. (2016). Incidence and characteristics of injuries in elite Australian junior rugby league players. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 19(3), 212-217. [More Information]
Hausler, J., Halaki, M., Orr, R. (2016). Player activity profiles in the Australian second-tier rugby league competitions. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 11(6), 816-823. [More Information]

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2015

Cummins, C., Orr, R. (2015). Analysis of Physical Collisions in Elite National Rugby League Match-Play. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 10(6), 732-739. [More Information]
Cummins, C., Orr, R. (2015). Collision characteristics of shoulder charge tackles in elite rugby league. International Journal of Performance Analysis in Sport, 15(3), 1090-1101. [More Information]
Orr, R. (2015). The effect of whole body vibration exposure on balance and functional mobility in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Maturitas, 80, 342-358. [More Information]

2014

Cheng, H., O'Connor, H., Kay, S., Cook, R., Parker, H., Orr, R. (2014). Anthropometric characteristics of Australian junior representative rugby league players. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 17(5), 546-551. [More Information]
Miller, B., O'Connor, H., Orr, R., Ruell, P., Cheng, H., Chow, C. (2014). Combined caffeine and carbohydrate ingestion: effects on nocturnal sleep and exercise performance in athletes. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 114(12), 2529-2537. [More Information]
Vetter, M., O'Connor, H., O'Dwyer, N., Orr, R. (2014). Learning 'on the move' A combined Numeracy and Physical Activity Program for Primary School Children. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 18(Supplement 1), e63-e63. [More Information]

2013

Cummins, C., Orr, R., O'Connor, H., West, C. (2013). Global positioning systems (GPS) and microtechnology sensors in team sports: A systematic review. Sports Medicine, 43(10), 1025-1042. [More Information]
O'Keefe, K., Orr, R., Huang, P., Selvadurai, H., Cooper, P., Munns, C., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2013). The effect of whole body vibration exposure on muscle function in children with cystic fibrosis: a pilot efficacy trial. Journal of Clinical Medicine Research, 5(3), 205-216. [More Information]

2012

Grunseit, A., Macniven, R., Orr, R., Grassmayr, M., Kelly, B., Davies, D., Colagiuri, S., Bauman, A. (2012). Australian athletes' health behaviours and perceptions of role modelling and marketing of unhealthy products. Health Promotion Journal of Australia, 23(1), 63-69. [More Information]
Orr, R. (2012). Knowledge of performance enhancing and prohibited substances in elite and recreational athletes. In Jennifer A. ODea (Eds.), Current Issues and Controversies in School and Community Health, Sport and Physical Education, (pp. 265-279). New York, USA: Nova Science Publishers.

2010

Orr, R. (2010). Contribution of muscle weakness to postural instability in the elderly. European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, 46(2), 183-220.
Orr, R., Mikhael, M., Amsen, F., Greene, D., Seibel, M., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2010). Effect of standing posture during whole body vibration training on muscle morphology and function in older adults. Gerontological Society of America's 63rd Annual Scientific Meeting (2010), Washington DC: Gerontological Society of America.
Mikhael, M., Orr, R., Amsen, F., Greene, D., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2010). Effect of standing posture during whole body vibration training on muscle morphology and function in older adults: A randomised controlled trial. BMC Geriatrics, 10(74), 1-13. [More Information]
Mikhael, M., Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2010). The effect of whole body vibration exposure on muscle or bone morphology and function in older adults: A systematic review of the literature. Maturitas, 66(2), 150-157. [More Information]

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2009

Orr, R., Macniven, R., Grassmayr, M., Bauman, A. (2009). Baseline study of knowledge and awareness of anti-doping in the sporting community: Pilot survey results. 2009 Australian Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport, Australia: Sports Medicine Australia.

2008

De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2008). Continuous hemodynamic response to maximal dynamic strength testing in older adults. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 89(2), 343-350. [More Information]
De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2008). Effect of Power-Training Intensity on the Contribution of Force and Velocity to Peak Power in Older Adults. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 16(4), 393-407. [More Information]
Tsang, T., Orr, R., Lam, P., Comino, E., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2008). Effects of Tai Chi on glucose homeostasis and insulin sensitivity in older adults with type 2 diabetes: a randomised double-blind sham-exercise-controlled trial. Age and Ageing, 37(1), 64-71. [More Information]
Orr, R., Raymond, J., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2008). Efficacy of progressive resistance training on balance performance in older adults: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. Sports Medicine, 38(4), 317-343. [More Information]

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2007

Tsang, T., Orr, R., Lam, P., Comino, E., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2007). Health benefits of Tai Chi for older patients with type 2 diabetes: The "Move it for Diabetes Study" - A tandomized controlled trial. Clinical Interventions in Aging, 2(3), 429-439. [More Information]

2006

Orr, R., Tsang, T., Lam, P., Comino, E., Singh, F. (2006). A Randomized Controlled Trial of Tai Chi in Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: Effect on Muscle Power and Contraction Velocity. The Gerontologist, 46(1), 408-408.
De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Singh, F. (2006). Influence of Explosive Resistance Training Intensity on Muscle Force and Velocity Contributions to Peak Power in Older Adults: A Randomised Controlled Trial. The Gerontologist, 46(1), 408-408.
Orr, R., Tsang, T., Lam, P., Comino, E., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2006). Mobility impairment in type 2 diabetes: Association with muscle power and effect of Tai Chi intervention. Diabetes Care, 29(9), 2120-2122. [More Information]
Orr, R., De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2006). Power training improves balance in healthy older adults. Journals of Gerontology. Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, 61A(1), 78-85. [More Information]
De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2006). Power training intensity alters the contribution of force and velocity to peak power generation in older adults: A randomised controlled trial. 2nd Australian Association for Exercise and Sport Science Conference, Brisbane: Australian Association for Exercise and Sports Science (AAESS).

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2005

De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Singh, F. (2005). Acute hemodynamic response to maximal dynamic strength testing in older adults. The Gerontologist, 45(2), 298-298.
Tsang, T., Lam, P., Orr, R., Comino, E., Singh, F. (2005). Health benefits of Tai Chi for Older Patients with Type 2 Diabetes. The Gerontologist, 45(2), 382-383.
deVos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2005). Optimal load for increasing muscle power during explosive resistance training in older adults. Journals of Gerontology. Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, 60A(5), 638-647. [More Information]
Orr, R., De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2005). Power training improves balance in healthy older adults. 58th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Gerontological Society of America GSA 2005, United States: Gerontological Society of America. [More Information]

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2004

Orr, R., De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Singh, F. (2004). Novel Relationships Of Balance To Muscle Power And Mental Health In Healthy Older Adults. American Geriatrics Society 2004 Annual Scientific Meeting, USA: American Geriatrics Society.
De Vos, N., Singh, N., Ross, D., Stavrinos, T., Orr, R., Singh, F. (2004). Optimal Load for Increasing Muscle Power during Explosive Resistance Training in Older Adults. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. ACSM 51st Annual Meeting., USA: American College of Sports Medicine.
Orr, R., Fiatarone Singh, M. (2004). The Anabolic Androgenic Steroid Oxandrolone In The Treatment Of Wasting And Catabolic Disorders - Review Of Efficacy And Safety. Drugs, 64(7), 725-750. [More Information]

2003

Conway, K., Orr, R., Stannard, S. (2003). Effect of a divided caffeine dose on endurance cycling performance, postexercise urinary caffeine concentration, and plasma paraxanthine. Journal of Applied Physiology, 94, 1557-1562. [More Information]

2001

Conway, K., Orr, R., Stannard, S. (2001). The effect of a divided caffeine dose on performance and substrate metabolism. Australian Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport, : Ads & Adea.

Selected Grants

2018

Is there a relationship between training load and injury in female Australian rules football players, Grayson J, Orr R, McKay M, Halaki M, Knee Research Australia Ltd/Anterior Cruciate Ligament Research Grant

2017

Concussion profile in high performance and talent development pathways in rugby league, Orr R, National Rugby League Limited/Research Grants

2016

Knowledge of Sport related Concussion in Youth and Adolescent Community Sports Personnel, Orr R, Health Administration Corporation/Research Grant

2015

Concussion in Elite Junior Representative Rugby League: Knowledge, Management and Policy Compliance, Orr R, Workcover NSW./Research Support

2014

Optimal transition of junior rugby league players to the physical demands of semiprofessional competition, Orr R, DVC Research/Brown Fellowships
Injury Surveillance Review into Junior Rugby League, Hamidi J, Orr R, Levy B, National Rugby League Limited/Research Grants

2012

Health Partnerships in Primary Schools (Health PiPS), Bundy A, Arciuli J, Black D, Davis G, Doble M, Honey A, Lincoln M, McCabe P, Munro N, O'Connor H, Orr R, Purcell A, Rose K, Baur L, Kay J, Bova E, Meyers M, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Sydney/Collaborative Research Scheme

2010

Lunar Prodigy Bone Densitometer Manufactured By General Electric Australia, Fiatarone Singh M, Davis G, Brand-Miller J, Kilbreath S, Brennan P, March L, Johnson N, Rooney K, Orr R, National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)/Equipment Grant
Injury Prevalence and Characteristics in Elite Junior Rugby League Players, Orr R, O'Connor H, Riddington P, New South Wales Sporting Injuries Committee/Research and Injury Prevention Scheme

2009

Baseline study of knowledge and awareness of anti-doping in the sporting community, Orr R, Macniven R, Bauman A, Department of Health and Aged Care (Federal)/Anti-Doping Research Program (ADRP)

2008

Pulmonary and Exercise Testing in Chronic Disease: Vmax Encore System., Alison J, Harmer A, Mackey M, McKeough Z, Orr R, School of Health Sciences/Equipment Development Grant

2007

Efficacy of vibration training for osteoporosis/osteopenia and sarcopenia in patients with cystic fibrosis: a pilot randomised controlled trial, Orr R, School of Health Sciences/Cumberland Teaching and Learning Grant
Preventative Health Care Screening for GP Use in Patients Aged 45-55 years and Evaluation of Efficacy, Orr R, Aspen Pharmacare (Australia) Pty Ltd/Research Support

2000

Sarcopenia and nutritional status-underlying mechanisms for injury in recurrent fallers, Orr R, University of Sydney/Internal Research Grant Allocations

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