Oluwatoyosi (Olu) Owoeye, BPT, M.S., Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Physical Therapy and Athletic Training
Education
- Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Sport Injury Prevention Research Centre, Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary (Canada)
- Doctor of Philosophy, College of Medicine, University of Lagos (Nigeria)
- Master of Science, University of Lagos (Nigeria)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of Ibadan (Nigeria)
Research Interests
Dr. Olu Owoeye is an associate professor at Saint Louis University and a sports physical therapist and injury epidemiologist. Dr. Owoeye directs the Translational Injury Prevention Lab at Saint Louis University. His research focuses on preventing sports and exercise injuries, promoting wellness, and implementation science in sports medicine. His work has been supported by major grants from organizations like the NBA and IOC, with over 75 publications in leading scientific journals.
Labs and Facilities
The Translational Injury Prevention Lab (TIP Lab) is based out of Saint Louis University. The TIP Lab is committed to advancing
sports and exercise injury prevention and musculoskeletal health through high quality
knowledge translation research and practical solutions that enhance the safety and
wellbeing of athletes and active individuals worldwide.
Musculoskeletal Athletic Injury Prevention Online Training Course (MAP) for Coaches: Reducing Injuries and Enhancing
Performance. MAP for Coaches is a novel eLearning tool for youth sports coaches to increase their knowledge regarding
sports-related musculoskeletal injuries and best injury prevention practices towards
reducing injuries and enhancing performance in youth sport athletes.
Publications and Media Placements
Selected Publications
Google Scholar
Selected Media Placements
2026
- Playing More Pickleball Actually Improves Your Mental Health, New Study Finds
- New Study: 30% of Pickleball Players Admit They Play Through Pain
- How likely are you to injure yourself playing pickleball? New study answers
- Saint Louis University looking for pickleball players to participate in study
- SLU researchers study the surge of pickleball injuries that are rising with the sport's popularity
- Calling on Youth Football Coaches! SLU Researchers Ask You to Enroll in Injury Prevention Study
Honors and Awards
- Scientific Committee, 8th IOC World Conference - Protecting the Health of the Athlete (December 1-3, 2027)
- Deputy Editor, British Journal of Sports medicine (2024-Present)
Professional Organizations and Associations
- American College of Sports Medicine
- American Physical Therapy Association
- International Association of Nigerian Physical Therapists