Christian Burden

Christian has contributed to the Flinders University Occupational Therapy program since 2024, supporting teaching across a range of topics as a Casual Academic, and has transitioned to an Associate Lecturer position in 2026. Christian’s clinical background spans community-based neurological rehabilitation, complex disability practice, and chronic condition management. His areas of expertise include functional capacity assessment, cognitive rehabilitation, assistive technology prescription, and community-based intervention for adults with progressive or complex conditions. He draws on this practice experience to support students in developing clear clinical reasoning, communication skills, and an applied understanding of occupational therapy assessment. Alongside his teaching role, Christian currently practises within his own community-based service, where he provides neurological rehabilitation, cognitive and functional assessment, and disability support for adults with complex presentations.