Marc Roig Pull, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, McGill University
Regular Researcher, CRIR–Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital of the CISSS de Laval
Phone: 450 688-9550 (4677)
Fax: 450 688-3673
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://memorylab.ca/fr/
Education
- B.Sc., Physical Education and Sports Sciences, University of Barcelona, Spain, 2001
- B.Sc., Physiotherapy, Ramon Llull University, Spain, 2004
- M.Sc., Sports Medicine and Exercise Science, Nottingham University, United Kingdom, 2005
- Ph.D., Rehabilitation Sciences, University of British Columbia, 2010
- Postdoctorate, Neurophysiology, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Research interests
Understanding the mechanisms that control the learning of new motor skills in the elderly; use of electrophysiology and neuroimaging techniques.
Research laboratory
Memory-Lab – Motor Memory Rehabilitation Lab
Recent publications
Roig, M., Nordbrandt, S., Geertsen, S.S. & Nielsen, J.B. (2013). The effects of cardiovascular exercise on human memory: A review with meta-analysis. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 37(8), 1645-1666.
Maffiuletti, N.A., Roig, M., Karatzanos, E. & Nanas, S. (2013). Neuromuscular electrical stimulation for preventing skeletal-muscle weakness and wasting in critically ill patients: a systematic review. BMC medicine, 11(1), 137.
Roig, M., Skriver, K., Lundbye-Jensen, J., Kiens, B. & Nielsen, J.B. (2012). A single bout of exercise improves motor memory. PloS One, 7(9), e44594.
Roig, M., Eng, J.J. & MacIntyre, D.L. (2011). Deficits in muscle strength, mass, quality, and mobility in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention, 31(2), 120.
Roig, M., Eng, J.J., MacIntyre, D.L. & Reid, W.D. (2010). Associations of the Stair Climb Power Test With Muscle Strength and Functional Performance in People With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study. Physical Therapy, 90(12), 1774-1782.
Shadgan, B., Roig, M., Hajghanbari, B. & Reid, W.D. (2010). Top-cited articles in rehabilitation. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 91(5), 806-815.
Roig, M., MacIntyre, D.L., Eng, J.J., Narici, M.V., Maganaris, C.N. & Reid, W.D. (2010). Preservation of eccentric strength in older adults: Evidence, mechanisms and implications for training and rehabilitation. Experimental Gerontology, 45(6), 400-409.
Roig, M., Eng, J.J. & Reid, W.D. (2009). Falls in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a call for further research. Respiratory Medicine, 103(9), 1257-1269.
Roig, M. & Reid, W.D. (2009). Electrical stimulation and peripheral muscle function in COPD: a systematic review. Respiratory Medicine, 103(4), 485-495.
Research orientation
Axis 1
Research topic
Research Site
CRIR – Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital of the CISSS de Laval
University Affiliation
