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The Department of Physical Therapy's learner-centered approach emphasizes active learning, problem-solving skills, and evidence-based practices. Our primary goal is to prepare reflective individuals who possess the technical proficiency and problem-solving capabilities sufficient to enable the safe, efficient, and effective method of physical therapy in a rapidly changing healthcare environment. Graduates are prepared to maximize wellness and minimize the disability of diverse populations across various healthcare environments, including hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, schools, research laboratories, and corporations.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
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SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Profiles
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Relationship Between Physical Therapist Assistant Faculty Characteristics and Program Outcomes on the National Physical Therapy Examination
Novak, M. K. (PI)
Project: Research project
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GPR109A and Parkinson's Disease: Role of Niacin in Outcome Measures
Wakade, C. G. (PI)
Project: Research project
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Preliminary effects of a modified Otago Exercise Program on metabolic, cellular, and epigenetic biomarkers in people living with dementia: A pilot randomized controlled trial
Jehu, D. A., Hanson, M., Huang, Y., Soares, A., Patel, C., Hergott, C., Waller, J. L., Young, L., Hall, W., Robinson-Johnson, D., Allen, C., Sams, R., Carrick, R. M., Fulzele, S., Hamrick, M., Zhu, H. & Dong, Y., Jun 2026, In: Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience. 137, 104077.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The feasibility, acceptability, and effects of the adapted 6-month Otago exercise program on cognitive, physical, and psychological function in people living with dementia in residential care facilities: The ENABLED randomized controlled trial
Jehu, D. A., Patel, C., Soares, A., Waller, J. L., Carrick, R. M., Hergott, C., Young, L., Hall, W., Robinson-Johnson, D., Allen, C., Sams, R., Hamrick, M., Huang, Y., Zhu, H. & Dong, Y., Nov 2025, In: Journal of Alzheimer's Disease. 108, 2, p. 629-642 14 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Prognosis of Patellofemoral Pain: A Systematic Review With Evidence- and Gap-Map
Neal, B. S., Bolgla, L. A., Lack, S. D., Bazett-Jones, D. M., Boling, M., Cowan, S. M., Eckenrode, B. J., Farraj, M., Kim, S., van Leeuwen, G. J., van Paassen, R., Potier, C., Riel, H., Roper, J., Yoon, C., van Middelkoop, M. & Collins, N. J., Oct 1 2025, In: The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy. 55, 10, p. 1-10 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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