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Research and service

Research

All Doctoral Students in Physical Therapy have the unique opportunity in their second year of study to complete a research practicum (PTS 742). This pairs them with a faculty mentor for research. Students choose a faculty mentor and work on a project over two semesters. All students present a poster at the campus research day. Some of these projects go on to publication or presentation at the state or national level. Examples of some of these published works are available through the La Crosse Institute for Movement Science (LIMS) website or recent publications.

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Non-surgical management of knee arthritis

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Dr. Kernozek named to governor's healthcare task force.

To learn about current continuing education opportunities offered through the PT program please visit Continuing Education

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common joint disease that affects the cartilage cushioning the ends of bones in joints.

Non-surgical management of knee arthritis Posted 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025 UWL researchers highlight simple, non-surgical approaches that can reduce knee pain Read

UW-La Crosse students in a Pathophysiology course researched various medical conditions and created Health Insight Manuals for the general public. From left, physical therapy students JJ Langer and Ellyn Lepisto with Steni Sackiriyas, assistant professor of physical therapy.

Bringing health insights to light Posted 9:05 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025 New health manuals created by doctoral students provide accessible, evidence-based information on medical conditions Read

UWL's Anatomage table provides students a virtual, low-pressure environment to study the human anatomy.

A new way to study the body Posted 9:05 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025 Anatomage table enhances learning for future healthcare professionals Read

Pathophysiology and Differential Diagnosis is a course designed to empower students with a deep understanding of organ system pathophysiology and its relevance to physical therapy.

Pathophysiology Posted 2:57 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024 Four courses with tongue-twisting titles that offer a clear impact for students Read

UWL students engaged with athletes at various stations, measuring physical fitness data.

Project ALL STAR Posted 10:29 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024 UWL students help collect health insights on Special Olympics athletes Read