Mrs Sue Annetts

(she/her)

SFHEA MCSP MSc SRP

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Research

My research interests relate primarily to the theory of teaching, learning and assessment; the influence of seating on the spine and respiratory function; and fitness to practise.

This is demonstrated by the following list of my publications and conference presentions:

Publications 

Annetts S.,Chatham, K. and Enright, S. (2007). Investigating the Effect of Inspiratory Muscle Training: A Case Report on a Patient with Chronic Asthma. Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Respiratory Care (ACPRC) Journal 39, pp. 33-36

Kell C. and Annetts S. (2009) Peer Review of Teaching.  Embedded Practice or Policy Holding Complacency. Innovations in Education and Teaching International.   46 (1) 61 – 70

Annetts S. and Hastings G. (2011). A Scoping exercise into the Efficacy and Effectiveness of Audiofeedback. Briefing Paper, London: Higher Education Academy

Annetts S., Baker T., Day R. and Evans E. (2012). Informing Students of the Requirements of Higher Education: A Bespoke Online Solution. In: Andrews, J., Clark, R. and Thomas, L. eds. (2012) Compendium of effective practice in higher education retention and success.  Higher Education Academy, pp. 8-11

Annetts S. et al. 2012. A Pilot Investigation into the Effects of Different Office Chairs on Spinal Angles. European Spine Journal 21(S2), pp. 165-170

Annetts S., Jones U., and vanDeursen R. (2013). An Innovative Review of An Undergraduate Dissertation Double Marking Policy. Innovations in Education and Teaching International. 50 (3). 308 – 317

Annetts, S. and Day, R. 2019. The informed study project: An innovative online self evaluation of fitness to practise within a professional higher education degree programme. Innovations in Education and Teaching International 56(4), pp. 529-541. (10.1080/14703297.2019.1577162)

Annetts S. and Davies M. (2021). Differences in Maximal Inspiratory Pressure when using a Standard Yoga Mat Versus a Standard Yoga Block in Healthy Individuals. Journal of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Respiratory Care 53 (1). pp 20 - 29

Annetts S., Forrest E. and McKeever A. (2022). Is DrGoniometer a Valid Tool for Measuring Joint Range, thus Enhancing the Evolution of a Contemporary MSK Physiotherapy Practitioner?  Physiotherapy 114 (1) e142-143. (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physio.2021.12.104)

 Conference Presentations

Annetts S. (2009). Preparing Staff and Students for a New Problem Solving Practical Examination. Poster and Platform Presentation at QUILT Conference (Effective and Efficient Feedback), Cardiff.

Annetts S, Harris S. and Rickards D. (2009).The Effect of Cot Height on Trunk Muscle Activity When Lifting a Simulated Baby. Poster Presentation at 10th Annual Interdisciplinary Research Conference, Trinity College Dublin.

Annetts S. and Jones U. (2010). A Pilot Study Investigating Students’ Understanding of Marking Criteria and its Influence on Learning.  Poster Presentation at AMEE Conference, Glasgow.

Annetts S., Coales P., Colville R. et al (2011). A Pilot Investigation into the Effects of Different Office Chairs on Spinal Angles.  Poster Presentation at Society of Back Pain Research Conference, Cambridge.

Annetts S. Coales P. Koelmel S. et al (2012) Are You Sitting Comfortably? Poster and Platform Presentation at Society of Back Pain Research Conference, Isle of Man.

Annetts S. Baker T. Day R. and Evans E. (2012) Informing Students of the Requirements of Higher Education: A Bespoke Online Solution. Poster and Platform Presentation at HEA Conference: What Works: Student Retention and Success, York.

Annetts S. and Hastings G. (2012).  We Need to Talk About…Your Assignment.  Poster Presentation at HEA Annual Conference, Manchester.

Annetts S. and Sloman E. (2014) Hamstring Flexibility…Compressions or Stretching?  Poster Presentation at CSP Annual Conference, NEC, Birmingham

Annetts S. and Rooke E. (2014) Consistently Walking the Walk? Poster Presentation at CSP Annual Conference, NEC, Birmingham

Annetts S. and Edwards R. (2014) Texting – A Pain in the Neck? Poster Presentation at CSP Annual Conference, NEC, Birmingham

Annetts S. and Day R. (2015).  The Informed Study Project.  Platform Presentation at National Association of Educators in Clinical Practice Annual Conference, Coventry University.

Annetts S. and Day R. (2017).  The Informed Study Project: Lessons Learnt.  Platform Presentation at Higher Education Academy “What Works: Retention and Success” Conference, Cavendish Conference Centre, London

 Annetts S. and Trezise D. (2019) Can Cycling Influence Neurodynamics in a Healthy Population? Poster Presentation at CSP Annual Conference, NEC, Birmingham

Annetts S. and Davies M. (2020).  Yoga – A Strong Intake of Breath? Poster Presentation at CSP Annual (Virtual) Conference

Annetts S, Forrest E and McKeever A. (2021) Is Dr Goniometer a Valid Tool for Measuring Joint Range of Movement, thus Enhancing the Evolution of a Contemporary MSK Physiotherapy Practitioner? Poster Presentation at CSP Annual (Virtual) Conference

Annetts S, Dando S and Rudling-Smith R. (2021) A Flipped Classroom Approach to Teaching Integrated Anatomy and Hands-On Physiotherapy Skills. Platform presentation at Cardiff University Teaching and Learning Conference

Annetts S, Dando S and Rudling-Smith R. (2022) A Flipped Classroom Approach to Teaching Integrated Anatomy and Hands-On Physiotherapy Skills. Platform Presentation at Advance HE Learning and Teaching Conference, Newcastle

Annetts S. and Hemming R. (2024) Does Manual Handling training Infuence Spine Kinematics? Poster presentaion at Society of Back Pain Research Conference, Aberdeen

Bendall, A. Annetts S. Tame J and Venn G (2025). Addressing undressing in physiotherapy education: time for a rethink?. Presented at: Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Conference 2025 Newport, Wales, UK 21 November 2025.

Annetts S. and Sharp T. (2026). Developing a Community of Learning Within A Hybrid Physiotherapy Team. Presented at: National Association of Educators in Practice Conference 2026 Birmingham UK March 2026.

Annetts S. and Hemming R. (2026). Differences in Spinal Angles During a Seated Computer Task Compared a With Self - Selected Optimal Posture. Platform Presentation at: The Society of Back Pain Research Conference 2026 Birmingham UK June 2026.

Teaching

The majority of my teaching and assessment is on the Physiotherapy (Hons) BSc programme; the topics I most commonly teach and assess are anatomy (module lead), physiotherapy musculoskeletal skills, research methods, and personal and professional development. I also teach musculoskeletal related topics on the  MSc Physiotherapy programmes (pre-registration). I supervise dissertation students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels

In February 2022 I became a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

Biography

Roles and Responsibilities (Past and Present)

I qualified as a chartered physiotherapist in 1988 and have worked in a variety of clinical settings (including NHS trusts, private practice / hospitals and sports clinics) thoughout the UK, predominantly specialising in musculoskeletal disorders. In 1998, I commenced employment as a physiotherapy lecturer and, in addition to teaching responsibilities, I have enjoyed a variety of roles and responsibilities within the School of Healthcare Sciences.  These include Module Lead, Disability Contact (for the programme and for the School); Assessment Officer (for the programme and for the School); Unfair Practice Officer (for the Programme and for the School); Associate Director for Student Experience and Academic Standards; and I am currently Lead for Workload Modelling.  

Honours and awards

• Enriching Student Life Awards (Nominated), Cardiff University, 2019
• HCPC Research Grant for Audiofeedback Project, 2013
• School of Healthcare Studies Excellence in Learning and Teaching Award (Winner), Cardiff University, 2011

Professional memberships

• Member / State Registered HCPC
• Member Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• Member Society of Back Pain Research

Academic positions

Lead of Workload Modelling (School of Healthcare Sciences)

Committees and reviewing

• Reviewer for the journal, "Innovation in Education and Teaching international"
• Member of the School of Healthcare Sudies Disability, Inclusion and Equality Committee

Supervisions

I supervise a range of undergraduate and post graduate dissertation students.