Dr. Margie Olds is a globally recognized expert in shoulder rehabilitation, bringing over two decades of clinical and research experience to her role as Managing Director at Auckland Shoulder Clinic. She holds a PhD in physiotherapy, with her doctoral research focusing on recurrent shoulder instability following first-time dislocations.
Margie has contributed extensively to the scientific community, authoring numerous peer-reviewed publications on shoulder instability, rehabilitation strategies, and return-to-sport protocols. Notably, she co-developed the Predicting Recurrent Instability of the Shoulder (PRIS) tool, designed to assess the risk of recurrent dislocations after a first-time traumatic anterior shoulder dislocation.
In addition to her clinical and research endeavors, Margie is the founder of Flawless Motion Ltd., a company specializing in the design of innovative shoulder braces aimed at enhancing recovery and preventing further injury.
Margie’s commitment to advancing shoulder rehabilitation extends to her role as an educator and mentor. She has held academic positions, including at Auckland University of Technology, and collaborates with research teams at the University of Otago and the University of Kentucky.
Her expertise is sought after internationally, having presented at various conferences and seminars. Margie also hosts the “Glenohumeral Gurus” podcast, where she discusses the latest developments in shoulder therapy with fellow experts.
At Auckland Shoulder Clinic, Margie offers specialist consultations for complex shoulder cases, providing evidence-based assessments and personalized rehabilitation plans. Her holistic approach ensures that patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their specific needs. Margie has been awarded Physiotherapy Specialist status from the NZ Physio Board, one of only a few in New Zealand.
Margie Olds – Research
Margie’s research (referenced below) focuses on improving the clinical impact of rehabilitation on people with shoulder injuries, particularly in the area of shoulder instability.
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Magni N, Webster K, Olds M. Validation of the Short Form Shoulder Instability Return to Sport After Injury (SIRSI-5) and Its Association With Return to Sports. Orthop J Sports Med. 2024 Nov 6;12(11):23259671241276865. https://doi.org/10.1177/23259671241276865 . PMID: 39512600; PMCID: PMC11542122.
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Sole G, van Deventer A, Harris L, Wassinger C, Olds M (2024). The ‘glass shoulder’: patients’ lived experiences of a traumatic shoulder dislocation – a qualitative study. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msksp.2024.103143
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Olds M, Sole G (2024). Acute rehabilitation after traumatic shoulder dislocation. (Invited Editorial). BMJ, 384, q21
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Olds, M. & Uhl, T. (2023). Current Clinical Concepts: Nonoperative Management of Shoulder Instability, Journal of Athletic Training. DOI https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-0468.22
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Olds,M., McLaine, S., & Magni,N. (2023). Validity and reliability of the Kinvent hand-held dynamometer in the Athletic Shoulder Test. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation. 32 (4), https://doi.org/10.1123/jsr.2022-0444
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Rabin,A., Chechik, O., Olds, M., Uhl, T, Kazum, E., Deutsch, A., Citron, E., Cohen, T., Dolkart, O., Bibas, A., & Maman, E. (2023). The supine moving apprehension test- Reliability and validity among healthy individuals and patients with anterior shoulder instability. Shoulder and Elbow. https://doi.org/10.1177/17585732231170197
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Magni, N., Olds,M., & McLaine,S. (2023) Reliability and validity of the K-force grip dynamometer in healthy subjects: Do we need to assess it three times? Hand Therapy. https://doi.org/10.1177/17589983231152958
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Brindisino, F., Garzonio, F. Di Giacomo, G., Olds M., Pellegrino, M.,
Ristori, D. (2022). Depression, fear of re-injury and kinesiophobia resulted in worse pain, quality of life, function, and level of return to sport in patients with shoulder instability. A systematic review. The Journal of sports medicine and physical fitness. DOI: 10.23736/S0022-4707.22.14319-7.
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White, R., Olds, M., Cadogan, A., & Sole, G. (2022). Shoulder pain, disability and psychosocial dimensions across diagnostic categories: profile of patients attending shoulder physiotherapy clinics. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy.
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Olds,M., & Webster,K. (2021). Factor structure of the Shoulder Instability Return to Sport after Injury Scale. American Journal of Sports Medicine. Online first. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/03635465211024924
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Olds,M., Lemaster,N., Picha,K., Walker,C., Heebner,N., Uhl,T. (2021) Line Hops and Side Hold Rotation Tests Load Both Anterior and Posterior Shoulder: A Biomechanical Study. International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy 16 (2), 477. DOI: https://doi.org/10.26603/001c.21454
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Olds, M., Ellis, R., and Kersten, P. (2020). Predicting Recurrent Instability of the Shoulder (PRIS): A Valid Tool to Predict Which Patients Will Not Have Repeat Shoulder Instability After First-Time Traumatic Anterior Dislocation. Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy. 50(8), 431-437. https://doi.org/10.2519/jospt.2020.9284
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Olds, M. Gadkari, P., and Adams, T. (2020). Normative rugby data of the SARTS tests: Comparison of elite and school players. International Journal of Sport Medicine, DOI: https://doi.org/10.1055/a-1171-1664
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Olds, M., Ellis, R., Parmar, P. and Kersten, P. (2020). The immediate and subsequent impact of a first-time traumatic anterior shoulder dislocation in people aged 16-40: Results from a national cohort study. Shoulder & Elbow. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/1758573220921484
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Olds, M., Ellis, R., Parmar, P. and Kersten, P. (2019). Who will redislocate
his/her shoulder? Predicting recurrent instability following a first
traumatic anterior shoulder dislocation. BMJ Open Sport & Exercise
Medicine, DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjsem-2018-000447 [Open
Access]
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Olds, M., Coulter, C., Marant, D., and Uhl, T. (2019). Reliability of a shoulder arm return to sport test battery. Physical Therapy in Sport.39:16-22. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ptsp.2019.06.001
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Harman, B., and Olds, M. (2017). Rotator cuff repair protocols: A survey of New Zealand Practice. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy. 45(1): 24-30. doi:10.15619/NZJP/45.1.04
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Olds, M., Ellis, R., Donaldson, K., Parmar, P. and Kersten, P. (2015). Risk
factors which predispose first-time traumatic anterior shoulder
dislocations to recurrent instability in adults: a systematic review and
meta-analysis. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 49(14), 913-923. DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2014-094342 [Open Access]
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Olds, M., Donaldson, K., Ellis, R., Parmar, P. and Kersten, P. (2015).
In children aged 18 years and under, what promotes recurrent shoulder instability after tramatic anterior shoulder dislocation? A systematic review and meta-analysis of risk factors. British Journal of Sports
Medicine. 50(18), 1135-1141. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2015-095149
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McNair, P., Nordez, A., Olds, M., Young, S., Cornu, C. (2013). Biomechanical properties of the plantarflexor muscle tendon complex six months post rupture of the Achilles tendon. Journal of Orthopaedic Research. 31(9). 1469-74 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/jor.22381
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Olds, M., McNair, P., Nordez, A., Cornu, C. (2011). Active stiffness and strength in the unstable shoulder: A bilateral comparison. Journal of Athletic Training. 46(6), 642.
BOOK CHAPTERS
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Olds, M. & Uhl, T. (2023). Return to sports after shoulder injuries: Physiotherapist’s Perspective. In Sports Injuries: Prevention, Diagnosis, Treatment and Rehabilitation, Publisher Springer Ltd
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Gibson, l., Jaggi, A., Seitz, A., Olds, M., & Funk, L. (2022). The Unstable Shoulder: assessment and management. In The Shoulder: Theory and Practice, Lewis.J, and Fernandez-de-las-Peñas, C. (Eds.), Publisher : Handspring Publishing Limited., Edinburgh. ISBN-10 : 1913426173
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Jaggi, A., Gibson, J., Olds, M., Seitz, A., & Funk, L. (2022). Rehabilitation for the Unstable Shoulder. . In The Shoulder: Theory and Practice, Lewis.J, and Fernandez-de-las-Peñas, C. (Eds.), Publisher: Handspring Publishing Limited., Edinburgh. ISBN-10 : 1913426173
