UTHSC Department of Physical Therapy

UTHSC Department of Physical Therapy The Department of Physical Therapy is a part of the College of Health Professions at the University o

PHYSICAL THERAPY
The Profession

Physical therapy is a unique and vital health profession concerned with health promotion, prevention of physical disabilities and the habilitation/rehabilitation of persons disabled by pain, disease, or injury. Physical therapy is defined as the examination, evaluation, intervention, and prevention of physical disability, movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health related conditions. Physical therapy includes: (1) the performance and interpretation of tests and measurements to assess pathophysiological, pathomechanical, electrophysiological, ergonomic, and developmental deficits of bodily systems to determine diagnosis, intervention, prognosis, and prevention; (2) the planning, administration, and modification of therapeutic interventions that focus on posture, locomotion, strength, endurance, cardiopulmonary function, balance, coordination, joint mobility, flexibility, pain, healing and repair, and functional abilities in daily living skills, including work; and (3) the provision of consultative, educational, research, and other advisory services.

👟 A Day in the Life of a PTThis past weekend, our DPT students helped lead a “Day in the Life of a Physical Therapist/St...
04/03/2026

👟 A Day in the Life of a PT

This past weekend, our DPT students helped lead a “Day in the Life of a Physical Therapist/Student” experience as part of the Saturday Academy, and they absolutely crushed it.

Our DPT1s stepped up in a big way, showcasing just how much they’ve learned already by teaching and engaging with others in hands-on activities. From foundational skills to real-world application, they brought energy, confidence, and professionalism throughout the day.

We’re incredibly proud of their growth and their willingness to give back by sharing what they’re learning with the next generation. This is what future clinicians in action looks like. 👏

04/01/2026

😂 April Fools’ Day, DPT Style

Who needs a backpack when you’ve got… a lawnmower?

Our DPT1s celebrated “Anything But a Backpack Day” in true PT fashion, creative, slightly chaotic, and fully committed. From the usual alternatives to one unforgettable lawnmower entrance, this group understood the assignment.

We love seeing our students bring personality and fun into the program—because sometimes the best way to get through the grind is with a little creativity (and apparently, yard equipment 😅).

Safe to say… this one will be tough to top next year.

💪🎓 CSCS Certified — Let’s Go!Big congratulations to Austin Tredway, Jennifer Sosnowski, Matthew Priest, Cameron Boyd, an...
04/01/2026

💪🎓 CSCS Certified — Let’s Go!

Big congratulations to Austin Tredway, Jennifer Sosnowski, Matthew Priest, Cameron Boyd, and Alicia Wild on earning their Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the NSCA!

This is a major accomplishment that reflects a commitment to advanced knowledge in strength and conditioning, performance, and evidence-based training. Their dedication to going above and beyond in their professional development will undoubtedly enhance their future clinical practice.

We’re proud to see our students continuing to raise the bar and expand their skillsets, this is what it looks like to pursue excellence. 👏🔥

🎤📊 UTHSC PT Faculty Representing at CSMWe’re proud to highlight the collaborative scholarship of our faculty at CSM, inc...
03/25/2026

🎤📊 UTHSC PT Faculty Representing at CSM

We’re proud to highlight the collaborative scholarship of our faculty at CSM, including Drs. LaToya Green, Barry Dale, and Kim Carter, who contributed to multiple presentations advancing physical therapy education and clinical practice.

Together, they delivered a platform presentation, “Cracking the Code to PT Success: Risk Factors Revealed Using Regression and ROC Analysis,” offering important insights into student success and performance.

In addition, Dr. Green, in collaboration with colleagues from other institutions, contributed to two poster presentations:

🩸 Effects of Myofascial Release with Blood Flow Restriction on Pectoralis Major Strength and Length

🎓 Leading through Service: Faculty Mentorship Practices Associated with Increased Interprofessional Socialization Among Physical Therapy Students

This work reflects the strength of team-based scholarship and inter-institutional collaboration at UTHSC. We’re proud of our faculty for continuing to contribute meaningful research that impacts both education and patient care. 💙

Welcome Back, UTHSC DPT!We’re excited to have our DPT1s and DPT2s back on campus after Spring Break and ready to jump ba...
03/23/2026

Welcome Back, UTHSC DPT!

We’re excited to have our DPT1s and DPT2s back on campus after Spring Break and ready to jump back into the classroom and lab.

From building foundational skills to refining clinical reasoning, there’s a lot of great work ahead—and we’re looking forward to seeing the momentum continue.

Let’s finish the semester strong! 💪📚

Our Department Chair and Program Director, Dr. Barry Dale, is grateful and humbled to be recognized as the 2026 Outstand...
03/23/2026

Our Department Chair and Program Director, Dr. Barry Dale, is grateful and humbled to be recognized as the 2026 Outstanding Physical Therapy Educator by the Tennessee Physical Therapy Association.
"This honor is not mine alone—it reflects the collective commitment of an exceptional faculty at UTHSC who show up every day with purpose, integrity, and a shared dedication to developing the next generation of physical therapists. I am equally inspired by our students, whose work ethic, resilience, and pursuit of excellence continually raise the bar.
I have always believed that leadership in education is rooted in service. It means creating an environment where others can succeed, grow, and ultimately surpass expectations. Part of that responsibility is holding a standard—one that is not always easy, and not always comfortable, but is necessary to prepare our students for the realities of clinical practice and the responsibility they carry to their patients.
To our faculty: Thank you for your unwavering commitment to excellence.
To our students: Thank you for trusting the process and rising to the challenge.
This recognition simply reinforces the mission—we keep showing up, we keep improving, and we keep serving."--Barry Dale

🏆 INTRAMURAL CHAMPIONS. UNDEFEATED. 🏀The Ballin’ Sockets just capped off an incredible season with a 60–41 championship ...
03/06/2026

🏆 INTRAMURAL CHAMPIONS. UNDEFEATED. 🏀

The Ballin’ Sockets just capped off an incredible season with a 60–41 championship win, finishing the year undefeated.

Dominant defense. Smooth ball movement. Clinical ex*****on (we’d expect nothing less 😉). From the first tip-off to the final buzzer, this squad brought the same intensity and teamwork we see in the classroom and clinic.

Future physical therapists by day… intramural legends by night.

Congratulations to the Ballin’ Sockets on bringing home the title! 🧡🔥

03/04/2026

📐How good is your clinical eye?

This week in lab, our students (and faculty 👀) put their skills to the test with a goniometry guessing game — estimating joint angles before checking with the actual measurement.

Let’s just say… some confidence levels were higher than the degrees measured 😅

Learning goniometric measurement doesn’t have to be all serious faces and landmark alignment. Sometimes the best way to sharpen your clinical accuracy is to turn it into a little friendly competition.

Who do you think had the best eye — students or faculty? 👀🦵

🎥 Video Credits: DPT1 Lida Kareisova

We loved seeing Dr. Chris-Mike Agbelie present at CSM on Integrating Behavioral Health into Stroke Rehabilitation, highl...
03/02/2026

We loved seeing Dr. Chris-Mike Agbelie present at CSM on Integrating Behavioral Health into Stroke Rehabilitation, highlighting important gaps in post-stroke care, including ongoing smoking and the significant mental health burden many survivors face.

Using national data, his research identified high-risk groups and emphasized the need for integrating behavioral health screening and collaborative care pathways directly into PT-led stroke rehabilitation. This kind of work strengthens how we think about whole-person recovery.

And maybe the best part? Seeing how excited his former students were to spend time with him at CSM. That kind of mentorship lasts well beyond the classroom!

🎓 HCOP Pre-Matriculation Academy – Apply Now!The REACH HCOP Pre-Matriculation Academy at UTHSC is designed to help under...
02/28/2026

🎓 HCOP Pre-Matriculation Academy – Apply Now!

The REACH HCOP Pre-Matriculation Academy at UTHSC is designed to help undergraduate students prepare for a future in healthcare through hands-on learning, mentorship, and professional development.

🗓 Program Dates: May 11 – June 5, 2026
⏳ Application Deadline: February 20, 2026

Participants will engage in interactive seminars, job shadowing, research experiences, and skill-building activities — all while gaining valuable insight into graduate health professions education. Students who successfully complete the 4-week academy are also eligible to receive a $2,000 stipend.

If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare and want to strengthen your path to graduate school, this program is for you.

📩 Questions? Contact: reachproject@uthsc.edu

📞 901.448.1071

Apply now and ignite your future in healthcare! 🔥

🎓 Dr. Cody WhitefootBoard Certified in OrthopaedicsWe’re excited to highlight Dr. Cody Whitefoot, an Orthopaedic Clinica...
02/27/2026

🎓 Dr. Cody Whitefoot

Board Certified in Orthopaedics

We’re excited to highlight Dr. Cody Whitefoot, an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) whose work bridges clinical practice, teaching, and research in motivation and learning within physical therapy education.

His commitment to clinical excellence and evidence-based practice helps prepare students to evaluate, treat, and manage musculoskeletal conditions with confidence and precision. 🦴

🎓 Dr. Barry DaleBoard Certified in Orthopaedics & SportsWe’re proud to spotlight Dr. Barry Dale, an Orthopaedic Clinical...
02/25/2026

🎓 Dr. Barry Dale

Board Certified in Orthopaedics & Sports

We’re proud to spotlight Dr. Barry Dale, an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS), who also serves as Chair of the Department of Physical Therapy.

Dr. Dale’s clinical and research interests in overuse injuries strengthen our program’s emphasis on movement analysis, injury prevention, and performance optimization. His leadership reflects a commitment to advancing both patient care and physical therapy education. 🦴

Address

930 Madison Avenue , 6th Floor
Memphis, TN
38103

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when UTHSC Department of Physical Therapy posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to UTHSC Department of Physical Therapy:

Shortcuts

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram

Category