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Steni Sackiriyas
Assistant Professor
Health Professions - PT
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Steni Sackiriyas
Assistant Professor
Health Professions - PT
Specialty area(s)
Orthopedic and Geriatric Physical Therapy, Health and Wellness, Bio-mechanics for Human Movement, Physical Therapy for Diabetes.
Brief biography
Dr. Steni Sackiriyas is an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW-L) with expertise in physical therapy clinical practice, research in lower extremity biomechanics, and mechanical vibration in skin blood flow in diabetes and primarily teaching Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Doctoral -level Physical Therapy Students at UWL. His passion for physical therapy is rooted in a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes. He has extensive experience working in various clinical settings, including skilled nursing facilities, home health, and outpatient practices. This diverse clinical background has provided him with an excellent opportunity to use the complexities of patient care and the nuances of therapeutic interventions in his teaching.
Dr. Sackiriyas primarily teaches Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, and Research Practicum to future physical therapists at UW-L. His research focuses on lower extremity biomechanics and complications related to diabetes, emphasizing preventive strategies and innovative treatment approaches. His contributions to the field have been recognized through numerous publications in reputable journals and presentations at national and international conferences.
As a mentor, educator, and researcher, Dr. Sackiriyas empowers his students to excel in physical therapy and advance the field with new knowledge and innovations.
Current courses at UWL
Primarily:
Fall: PTS 611 Pathophysiology & PTS 742 Research Practicum
Spring: PTS 711 Pharmacology & PTS 742 Research Practicum
Education
Doctor of Science (DSc)
Loma Linda University, CA
Master of Physical Therapy - Orthopaedics
Vinayaka Missions University, Salem, India
Bachelor of Physical Therapy
The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, India
Career
Research and publishing
- Steni Sackiriyas and Thomas W. Kernozek. A Narrative Review on the Current Insights and Future Directions for the Reduction of Medial Joint Load in Walking Associated with Osteoarthritis. Critical Reviews in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. Published online September 17, 2024, Vol 37 (1), 2025, pp. 21-39.
- Sackiriyas S, Heinert B, Rutherford D, Fritz GM, Kernozek TW. Concurrent Force Feedback on Load Symmetry in Total Knee Arthroplasty Patients. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2023 Aug 1;18(4):856-863. doi: 10.26603/001c.84312. PMID: 37547847; PMCID: PMC10399088.
- Cheyanne Massie, Kelsey Redman, Samantha Casper, Danielle Wissink, Renee Dade, Anna Lowery, Kim Ross, Kanikkai Steni Balan Sackiriyas, Thomas Gus Almonroeder. The effects of cadence manipulation on joint kinetic patterns and stride-to-stride kinetic variability in female runners. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, September 22, 2022.
- Sackiriyas S. Considerations in the advancement of physical therapy services in the management of osteoarthritis. Indian J Phys Ther Res [serial online] 2022 [cited 2022 August 22]; 4:4-7. Available from: https://www.ijptr.org/text.asp?2022/4/1/4/353024
- Lindsey Waite, Molly Stewart, Kanikkai Steni Balan Sackiriyas, Jithmie Jayawickrema, Thomas Gus Almonroeder (2022): Female Athletes Exhibit Greater Trial-to-Trial Coordination Variability When Provided with Instructions Promoting an External Focus, Journal of Motor Behavior, April 2022, DOI: 10.1080/00222895.2022.2067517
- Kanikkai Steni Balan Sackiriyas. Diabetes - the basics and associated health risks. The Virginian Newsletter (VPTA), 2019.
- Kanikkai Steni Balan Sackiriyas., Lohman E.B. A review article on passive vibration and its parameters in increasing skin microcirculation. Internal Medicine Review, March 2017. 3 (3).
- Kanikkai Steni Balan Sackiriyas., Lohman, E.B., Daher Noha S., Berk Lee S., Canizales Rafael., Schwab Ernie., Gabriel Pacheco., Drasti Shah., Brijesh Singh., Samia Algabbani., Charmi S Desai., Fumiaki Isshiki. Impact of Ten Minutes Passive Vibration on Skin Blood Flow, Skin Temperature, and Blood Pressure in Persons with Good Glycemic Control and Poor Glycemic Control Type 2 Diabetes. Indian Journal of Physical Therapy, 2016. 4(2): p. 5-12.
- Kanikkai Steni Balan Sackiriyas., Lohman, E.B., Daher Noha S., Berk Lee S., Canizales Rafael., Schwab Ernie. Effect of Passive Vibration on Skin Blood Flow in Persons with Good Glycemic Control and Poor Glycemic Control Type 2 Diabetes. ijpot, 2014. 8(4): p. 288-294.
- Lohman Everett B, Sackiriyas Kanikkai Steni Balan, Bains Gurinder S, Dhamane Kulbhushan H, Solani Kinjal J, Raju Chandip K, Sulzle Howard W. Effect of Vibration on Skin Blood Flow in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. ijpot, 2013. 7(3): p. 227-233.
- Lohman EB III., Sackiriyas KS., Bains GS., Calandra G., Lobo C., Nakhro D., Malthankar G., Paul S. A comparison of whole-body vibration and moist heat on lower extremity skin temperature and skin blood flow in healthy older individuals. Med Sci Monit, 2012. 18(7): p. CR415-424.
- Lohman, E.B., III., Sackiriyas, K.S.B., and Swen, R.W. A comparison of the spatiotemporal parameters, kinematics, and biomechanics between shod, unshod, and minimally supported running as compared to walking. Phys Ther Sport, 2011. 12(4): p.151-63.
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