Louise Michelle Nettleton Pearce

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Dr. Louise Michelle Nettleton Pearce is a leading researcher in rehabilitation science, with a focus on the integration of advanced technology into clinical practice. Her work critically examines how robotic and digital tools are adopted by allied health clinicians, emphasizing the human factors that determine success or failure in real-world settings. Her 2024 longitudinal observational study (13 citations) provides foundational evidence on clinician adoption patterns, revealing that technology can enhance therapy dosage and reduce manual handling, but implementation is complex. Her 2025 qualitative study (4 citations) further demonstrates that despite technological advances, human interactions remain the heart of rehabilitation. Dr. Pearce’s research is notable for its practice-embedded methodology, conducted within a major Australian public-private rehabilitation provider’s new technology therapy centre. This work directly informs implementation strategies, bridging the gap between technological innovation and clinical reality. Her contributions are vital for students and researchers interested in the sociotechnical dynamics of healthcare, offering evidence-based insights into how to successfully integrate advanced tools while preserving the therapeutic relationship.