Chun-Hao (Philip) Huang
Assistant Professor - Biomechanics Kinesiology and Health- Education
Ph.D. in Kinesiology, University of Illinois at Chicago, 2021
M.S. in Biokinesiology, University of Southern California, 2016
B.S. in Sports Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Taiwan, 2011
- Specializations
Biomechanics
Movement analysis
Orthopedics
Sports injury prevention and rehabilitation
Kinematics, kinetics, and neuromuscular analysis of healthy and pathological gait
- Biography
Dr. Chun-Hao (Philip) Huang is an assistant professor in the College of Education & Human Development’s Department of Kinesiology and Health. He specializes in biomechanics and dedicates himself to advancing research and enhancing outcomes in musculoskeletal health.
He holds a B.S. in Sports Medicine from Kaohsiung Medical University (Taiwan), an M.S. degree in Biokinesiology from the University of Southern California and a Ph.D. in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois at Chicago. His academic journey includes valuable postdoctoral training at Northeastern University.
Dr. Huang’s research focuses on unraveling the mechanisms of disability in aging adults with musculoskeletal injuries, particularly osteoarthritis (OA). His primary objective is to develop effective intervention strategies aimed at improving physical function and increasing physical activity among OA patients, with a goal of decreasing disease burden and enhancing their quality of life through interdisciplinary research approaches.
In addition to his scholarly pursuits, Dr. Huang is an American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer. He utilizes his expertise to promote health and wellness among diverse populations.
Beyond academia, Dr. Huang maintains an active lifestyle, enjoys a variety of workouts and excels in Kendo (Japanese fencing), in which he holds a black belt 5th degree and competes at the national level. His commitment to academic excellence, physical fitness and martial arts exemplifies his holistic approach to personal and professional endeavors.
- Publications
K. James, P. Corrigan, C. Lanois, C.H. Huang, I Davis, J. Stefanik “Association of tibial acceleration during walking to pain and impact loading in adults with knee osteoarthritis,” Clinical Biomechanics. 2023; 109: 106097.
B. Aydemir, C.H Huang, K.C. Foucher “Gait Speed and Kinesiophobia Explain Physical Activity Level in Adults with Osteoarthritis: A Cross-Sectional Study,” Journal of Orthopaedic Research. 2023; 41(12):2629-2637.
C.H Huang, B. Aydemir, K.C. Foucher “Split-Belt Treadmill Training Improves Mechanical Energetics and Metabolic Cost in Women with Unilateral Hip Osteoarthritis: A Proof-of-Concept Study,” Biomechanics. 2023; 3(2), 220-230.
C.H Huang, K. James, C. Lanois, P. Corrigan, S.C Yen, J. Stefanik “Inter-Joint Coordination Variability is Associated with Pain Severity and Joint Loading in Persons with Knee Osteoarthritis,” Journal of Orthopaedic Research. 2023; 41(12): 2610-2616.
C.H Huang, B. Aydemir, K.C. Foucher “Sagittal Plane Ankle Kinetics are Associated with Dynamic Hip Range of Motion and Gait Efficiency in Older Adults with Hip Osteoarthritis,” Journal of Orthopaedic Research. 2023; 41(3):555-561.
C.H Huang, B. Aydemir, A. Jalasutram, I. Kabir, K.C. Foucher “Impact of Step Length Asymmetry on Walking Energetics in Women with Hip Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Study,” Journal of Biomechanics. 2021; 2:129:110862.
B. Aydemir, C.H Huang, K.C. Foucher “Strength and physical activity in osteoarthritis: the mediating role of kinesiophobia,” Journal of Orthopaedic Research. 2022; 40(5):1135-1142.
K.C. Foucher, B. Aydemir, C.H Huang “Walking Energetics and Fatigue are Associated with Physical Activity in People with Knee Osteoarthritis,” Clinical Biomechanics. 2021; 88:105427.
K.C. Foucher, C.H Huang, B. Aydemir “Walking energetics and abductor strength are associated with physical activity in hip osteoarthritis,” Gait and Posture. 2021; 85:151-156.
K.C. Foucher, B. Aydemir, C.H Huang, M. Horras, S.J. Chmell “Aerobic capacity and fatigability are associated with activity levels in women with hip osteoarthritis,” Journal of Orthopaedic Research. 2021; 39(6):1236-1244.
C.H Huang, K.C Foucher “Step Length Asymmetry and its Associations with Mechanical Energy Exchange, Function, and Fatigue after Total Hip Replacement,” Journal of Orthopaedic Research. 2019; 37(7):1563-1570.
C.H Huang, E.T Schroeder, C. Powers “Antigravity treadmill training during the early rehabilitation phase following unicompartmental knee arthroplasty: a case series,” Physiotherapy Theory and Practice. 2019; 35(5):489-494.
F.H Tsai, I.H Chu, C.H Huang, J.M Liang, J.H Wu, and W.L Wu, “Effects of taping on Achilles tendon protection and kendo performance,” Journal of Sport Rehabilitation. 2018; 1;27(2):157-164.
S.K. Chen, M.T. Wu, C.H Huang, J.H. Wu, L.Y. Guo, W.L. Wu “The analysis of upper limb movement and EMG activation during the snatch under various loading conditions,” Journal of Mechanics in Medicine and Biology. 2013; 13(1).