Dr. Kayla Fewster, MSc, PhD (She/Her)
Assistant Professor
PhD (University of Waterloo), MSc (McMaster University), BSc (Laurentian University)
Dr. Kayla Fewster, MSc, PhD (She/Her)
Assistant Professor
PhD (University of Waterloo), MSc (McMaster University), BSc (Laurentian University)
Professor Kayla Fewster’s Research Program focuses on how exposure history and situational factors—such as sex, age, and obesity—interact to influence the risk of lumbar spine injury during sudden or impact loading events. Her research emphasizes the role of passive spinal structures in low back injuries and explores how modifiable factors can reduce injury risk. The ultimate goal is to develop innovative strategies for preventing low back injuries. Additionally, she has secondary interests in lumbar spine stability, particularly in its potential to reduce injury risk in high-performance sport. Undergraduate, MSc, and PhD students interested in these areas of research are encouraged to contact her directly for training and research opportunities.
