Asst.Prof.Weerasak Tapanya

Lecturer

  • 0869236141
  • weerasak.ta@up.ac.th

Work Address

  • School of Allied Health Sciences, University of Phayao Phayao, Thailand 56000

Contact address

  • School of Allied Health Sciences, University of Phayao Phayao, Thailand 56000

about us

I am currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Phayao, Thailand. My academic and research interests lie at the intersection of human movement science, biomechanics, and clinical application. I am particularly drawn to understanding how movement patterns affect physical performance, rehabilitation outcomes, and long-term musculoskeletal health. My research focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of therapeutic exercise interventions, with special attention to aging populations and individuals suffering from work-related musculoskeletal disorders. I am also deeply engaged in the field of ergonomics, exploring its potential to prevent injuries and enhance occupational well-being. Through applied biomechanics, I aim to improve movement efficiency and minimize the risk of injury. Ultimately, my work seeks to contribute to the advancement of evidence-based physiotherapy, promote better quality of life among the elderly, and encourage interdisciplinary approaches in rehabilitation and functional assessment.

Education

  • 2018-2021

    ปรัชญาดุษฎีบัณฑิต (วิทยาศาสตร์การเคลื่อนไหวของมนุษย์)

    มหาวิทยาลัยขอนแก่น

  • 2012-2013

    วิทยาศาสตรมหาบัณฑิต (วิทยาศาสตร์การเคลื่อนไหวและการออกกำลังกาย)

    มหาวิทยาลัยเชียงใหม่

  • 2007-2010

    วิทยาศาสตรบัณฑิต (กายภาพบำบัด) เกียรตินิยมอันดับ 1 เหรียญทอง

    มหาวิทยาลัยนเรศวร (พะเยา)

Research main interests

Human Movement Analysis Therapeutic exercise Work related Musculoskeletal disorder Ergonomics Biomechanics Physiotherapy

Published papers

Suwannakul, B., Sangkarit, N., Thammachai, A., & Tapanya, W.* (2024). Effects of Surya Namaskar yoga on perceived stress, anthropometric parameters, and physical fitness in overweight and obese female university students: A randomized controlled trial. Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, 45(01), 23-33. https://doi.org/10.1142/S1013702525500027.

Tapanya, W., Sangkarit, N., Poncumhak, P., Konsanit, S. (2025). Evaluating fall risk in community-dwelling older adults through balance assessment with the Nintendo Wii Balance Board. Human Movement, 26(1), 161-171. https://doi.org/10.5114/hm/200086

Sangkarit, N., Tapanya, W., Amput, P., Muangchuen, C., Seeta, P., & Paleeta, W. (2025). Assessment of balance in overweight and obese young adults: utilizing centre of pressure displacement variables in the single leg sit-to-stand test. International Journal of Adolescence and Youth, 30(1). https://doi.org/10.1080/02673843.2025.2470188

Tapanya, W., Sangkarit, N., & Amput, P. (2024). Exploring Nintendo Wii Balance Board as a Tool to Assess Lower Limb Muscle Strength for Fall Risk Screening in Elderly Women. Translational Medicine of Aging, 9. 

Tapanya, W., & Sangkarit, N. (2024). Effects of forward head posture on the centre of pressure sway during dual-task balancing with smartphone engagement. Human Movement, 25, 31-42. 

Sangkarit, N., Tapanya, W., Panmatchaya, C., Sangpasit, A., & Thatawong, K. (2024). Effects of 4 weeks of play in standing and walking on gross motor ability and segmental trunk control in preterm infants using a playpen: A randomized control trial. Early Human Development, 198, 106121. 

Tapanya, W., & Sangkarit, N. (2024). Smartphone Usage and Postural Stability in Individuals With Forward Head Posture: A Nintendo Wii Balance Board Analysis. Annals of rehabilitation medicine, 48. 

Sangkarit, N., & Tapanya, W. (2024). Factors influencing on gross motor skills in infants: Implications for walking development. Early Human Development, 195, 106076.

Suwannakul, B., Sangkarit, N., Thammachai, A., & Tapanya, W. (2024). Effects of Surya Namaskar yoga on perceived stress, anthropometric parameters, and physical¯tness in overweight and obese female university students: A randomized controlled trial. Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, 1-11.

Tapanya, W., Sangkarit, N., Manoy, P., & Konsanit, S. (2024). Modified Squat Test for Predicting Knee Muscle Strength in Older Adults. Annals of geriatric medicine and research, 28.

Sangkarit, N., Tapanya, W., Srithawong, A., Amput, P., & Suwannakul, B. (2024). Predicting Age of Independent Walking in Preterm Infants: A Longitudinal Study Using Neonatal Characteristics and Motor Development Variables. Annals of rehabilitation medicine, 48.

Tapanya, W., Kumfu, S., Sangkarit, N., Amput, P., & Konsanit, S. (2023). Overweight in elderly increases postural instability during sit-to-stand test: a Kinect-based assessment. Aging Clinical and Experimental Research, 35, 1-8.

Amput, P., Tapanya, W., Sangkarit, N., Konsanit, S., & Wongphon, S. (2023). Balance Ability and Quality of Life in Older Adult with Recovery from Mild COVID-19. Annals of geriatric medicine and research, 27. 

Tapanya, W., Maharan, S., Sangkarit, N., Poncumhak, P., & Konsanit, S. (2023). Using a Standing Heel-Rise Test as a Predictor of Ankle Muscle Strength in the Elderly. Sports, 11.

Suwannakul, B., Sangkarit, N., Intapanya, C., Sompet, N., Chantakhat, P., & Tapanya, W. (2023). Stress and physical fitness among female university students who regularly exercise during the previous two months. Archives of Allied Health Sciences, 35(2), 35–45.

Tapanya, W., Maharan, S., Amput, P., Sangkarit, N., & Suwannakul, B. (2023). The Influence of Knee Extensor and Ankle Plantar Flexor Strength on Single-Leg Standing Balance in Older Women. Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology, 8, 67.

Tapanya, W., Sangkarit, N., Amput, P., & Konsanit, S. (2023). Lower extremity muscle strength equation of older adults assessed by Five Time Sit to Stand Test (FTSST). Hong Kong Physiotherapy Journal, 43, 1-10. 

Maharan, S., Sungkamanee, S., Tapanya, W., Srithawong, A., Poncumhak, P., Amput, P., Sangkarit, N., Hongluek, C., & Ladawan, S. (2023). Short-Term Effects of Home-Based Isometric Quadriceps Exercise Alleviated Pain and Improved Quality of Life in Elderly People with Dominant Symptomatic Pain of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Control Trial. Journal of Exercise Physiology Online, 26, 14-26. 

Suwannakul, B., Sangkarit, N., Manoy, P., Amput, P., & Tapanya, W. (2023). Association between Stress and Physical Fitness of University Students Post-COVID-19 Pandemic. Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology, 8, 33. 

Lwin, M., Puntumetakul, R., Sae-Jung, S., Tapanya, W., Chatchawan, U., & Chatprem, T. (2022). Physical Performance Tests in Adult Neck Pain Patients with and without Clinical Myelopathic Signs: A Matched Case-Control Study. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19, 10331.

Sangkarit, N., Siritaratiwat, W., Bennett, S., & Tapanya, W. (2021). Factors Associating with the Segmental Postural Control during Sitting in Moderate-to-Late Preterm Infants via Longitudinal Study. Children, 8, 851.

Tapanya, W., Puntumetakul, R., Neubert, M., Hunsawong, T., & Boucaut, R. (2021). Ergonomic arm support prototype device for smartphone users reduces neck and shoulder musculoskeletal loading and fatigue. Applied Ergonomics, 95, 103458.

Tapanya, W., Neubert, M., Puntumetakul, R., & Boucaut, R. (2021). The effects of shoulder posture on neck and shoulder musculoskeletal loading and discomfort during smartphone usage. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 85, 103175. 

Puntumetakul, R., Saiklang, P., Tapanya, W., Chatprem, T., Kanpittaya, J., Arayawichanon, P., & Boucaut, R. (2021). The Effects of Core Stabilization Exercise with the Abdominal Drawing-in Maneuver Technique versus General Strengthening Exercise on Lumbar Segmental Motion in Patients with Clinical Lumbar Instability: A Randomized Controlled Trial with 12-Month Follow-Up. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18, 7811.

Tapanya, W., Puntumetakul, R., Neubert, M., & Boucaut, R. (2021). Influence of Neck Flexion Angle on Gravitational Moment and Neck Muscle Activity when using a Smartphone while Standing. Ergonomics, 64, 1-33.

Sangkarit, N. ., & Tapanya, W. . (2020). An immediate effects of an intervention program “segmental trunk control intervention with the pelvic and lower limbs exercises” in children with inadequate trunk control. Archives of Allied Health Sciences, 32(1), 15–27.

Tapanya, W. ., Maharan, S. ., & Sangkarit, N. (2020). Relationship between Plantar Flexor Muscle Strength and Standing Heel Rise Test in Community-dwelling Elderly. Archives of Allied Health Sciences, 32(1), 71–81.

Tapanya, W., Kumfu, S., Sangkarit, N., & Puntumetakul, R. (2020). Test-retest reliability of body center of mass sway during Five Time Sit to Stand Test; FTSST assessed by Kinect-Based Exergames device in healthy elderly. Srinagarind Medical Journal, 35(1), 79–84.

Tapanya, W., Manoy, P., Sangkarit, N., & Puntumetakul, R. (2019). Evaluation of body center of mass sway during sit to stand in healthy elderly and fall-risk elderly by Kinect-Based Exergames device. Archives of Allied Health Sciences, 31(3), 382–390.

Tapanya, W., Manoy, P., & Sangkarit, N. (2019). Test-retest reliability of kinematics assessment of body center of mass sway by Kinect-Based Exergames device in older adults. Archives of Allied Health Sciences, 31(3), 291–299.

Tapanya, W., & Puntumetakul, R. (2019). Prevalence and risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders in smartphone users. Journal of Physical Therapy, 41, 148-163. 

Tapanya, W., Poncumhak, P., Sangkarit, N., Manoy, P., Kumfu, S., & Maharan, S. (2019). Balance ability, leg muscle strength and risks of falling among overweight older adult. Archives of Allied Health Sciences, 31(2), 130–139.

Tapanya, W., Sangkarit, N., & Konsanit, S. (2019). Predictive Equation of Knee Extensor Muscle Strength in Elderly Adults Determined by 5 Time Sit-to-Stand Performance. Srinagarind Medical Journal

Tapanya, W., Sangkarit, N., & Puntumetakul, R. (2019). Factors associated with dynamic balance in workers who frequently wear high heels. Archives of Allied Health Sciences, 31(1), 54–62.

Sangkarit, N., Tapanya, W., Kumfu, S., Prangkeaw, P., & Armat, A. (2019). Correlation of Segmental of Trunk Control and Functional Balance in Children with Inadequate Trunk Control. Journal of Physical Therapy, 41, 1-15. 
 

Puntumetakul, R., Chalermsan, R., Hlaing, S., Tapanya, W., Saiklang, P., & Boucaut, R. (2018). The effect of core stabilization exercise on lumbar joint position sense in patients with subacute non-specific low back pain: a randomized controlled trial. Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 30, 1390-1395.

Tapanya, W., Sangkarit, N., & Konsanit, S. (2017). The Immediate Effects of Neck and Shoulder Muscle Massage Device Developingfrom Tennis Balls. Srinagarind Medical Journal, 32(2), 150–156.

Tapanya, W. (2016). Relationship between lower limb muscle strength and balance measured by Star Excursion Balance Test in obese young adults. Journal of Associated Medical Sciences, 49, 355-362.

Tapanya, W. (2016). The immediate effect of different calf muscle stretching techniques on ankle dorsiflexion range of motion and dynamic balance in women workers wearing high-heeled shoes. Journal of Associated Medical Sciences, 49, 90-99.

Tapanya, W., & Chamnongkich, S. (2014). Relationship between lower limb muscle strength and single-leg sit-to-stand performance in young adults. Journal of Associated Medical Sciences, 47, 133.