Amsterdam Movement Sciences

Sports Sufficient physical activity through sports participation is paramount to reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases and to maintain economic viability, and public health.

Musculoskeletal Health Musculoskeletal conditions affect people across the life-span in all regions of the world. Approximately 20% to 33% of people across the globe live with a painful musculoskeletal condition.

Tissue Function & Regeneration The increased life expectancy in western society results in a larger part of the population suffering from chronic diseases concomitant with reduced physical activity.

Ageing & Vitality The Ageing and Vitality research program aims to understand the effects of ageing on mobility, and to facilitate vitality and health preservation.

Rehabilitation & Development This program includes all translational research addressing the mobility and physical performance of disorders affecting the locomotor functions and brain, for both children and adults.