Tag: PT

CHHS programs ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News and World Report

Andrew | May 13, 2025

U.S. News and World Report recently released the annual rankings of the best graduate schools, and once again, programs from NAU’s College of Health and Human Services are recognized among the nation’s best. … Read more

Northern Arizona University College of Health and Human Services.

Aches and pains? NAU’s Physical Therapy Clinic is here to help free of charge | The NAU Review

Andrew | February 11, 2025

For those who have persistent, debilitating muscle pains but believe physical therapy is too expensive without insurance, look no further than NAU’s Physical Therapy Clinic… Read more

Northern Arizona University's physical therapy clinic.

Achievement unlocked: Physical therapy professor redefines health education using interactive gaming | The NAU Review

Andrew | December 6, 2024

“Health Quest” is a physical wellness education game designed by Hayley Root, an assistant professor for the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training, and metaverse artist Kevin Clark… Read more

Northern Arizona University receives $100,000 endowed gift from the Daughters of the American Revolution to establish the Katherine Hudson Dilley Scholarship Fund

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Northern Arizona University is proud to announce a $100,000 endowed gift from the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), a national organization renowned for its dedication to historic preservation, education, and patriotism. This transformative gift establishes the Katherine Hudson Dilley Scholarship Fund, which will provide enduring support for graduate students in NAU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy and Doctorate of Occupational Therapy programs… Read more

Northern Arizona University Doctor of Physical Therapy and Occupational therapy representatives accepting gift from Daughters of the American Revolution.

Free Parkinson’s exercise class could slow progression of the disease

Andrew | October 23, 2024

A free weekly movement class being offered this fall at NAU provides regular exercise and social interaction can slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease. … Read more

N A U Doctor of Physical Therapy Parkinson's exercise class in action.

Dr. Michael Harris-Love, President’s Alumni Award winner for CHHS

Andrew | September 25, 2024

Get to know Dr. Michael Harris-Love, the 2024 winner of the President’s Alumni Award, and his pathway to becoming a physical therapist… Read more

Dr. Michael Harris-Love, the 2024 winner from C H H S of the President's Alumni Award.

What’s your why? | Haley Alexander, Doctor of Physical Therapy student

Andrew | September 18, 2024

Learn about Haley Alexander, Doctor of Physical Therapy student, in an interview series titled “What’s you why?”… Read more

Haley Alexander, Doctor of Physical Therapy student at N A U, on a jetski.

Movement experts: hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy program | NAU Stories

Andrew | September 10, 2024

Sara Thomasson is on her way to becoming a physical therapist and assisting injured or ill people to improve movement or manage pain. … Read more

Sara Thomasson smiling with a doctor's office behind.

US News and World Report ranks NAU health programs as best in state

Andrew | August 1, 2024

In 2024, the US News and World Report ranked NAU health programs as the best in state based on peer assessment from deans and accredited degree programs… Read more

Northern Arizona University hosts first immersion lab for students in Hybrid Physical Therapy Program | AZ Daily Sun

Andrew | June 27, 2024

Students in Northern Arizona University’s (NAU) Hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program recently visited the Flagstaff campus for its first immersion lab. They participated in hands-on exercises that simulated the work they’ll be doing in a clinical setting after graduation, which included case-based practice, labs, and examinations. … Read more