Dr. Fairus Fariza Zainudin

Dr. Fairus Fariza Zainudin, Senior Lecturer at UPSI (Google Scholar H index is 6; Scopus H Index 3) with more than 100 citations, is a distinguished sports rehabilitation scholar pioneering ACL injury rehabilitation research . With a PhD in Physiotherapy (ACL-R Movement Patterning, UKM) and extensive clinical expertise, she has authored more than 43 publications while mentoring over 60 students. As Principal Investigator of funded research projects with RM55,802.00 funded project, with consultation projects worth more than RM30,000, Dr. Fairus transforms the teaching and learning musculoskeletal rehabilitation through innovative pedagogical approach (Rehab Canvas Model), sports concussion education modules (STAR Framework), and evidence-based prehabilitation protocols. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges academic rigor with practical applications, advancing preventive healthcare paradigms in sports rehabilitation and community.