Gary P. Austin

Biography

Dr. Austin received his Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Masters of Arts in Education, and Doctor of Philosophy in Sport Biomechanics from the University of Connecticut. He completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy at Regis University and a Fellowship in Applied Functional Science at The Gray Institute. He is also Board Certified in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. Dr. Austin has more than 30 years of experience in the orthopaedic, sports, and occupational medicine settings. He has been teaching for more than 20 years and joined the School of Physical Therapy at Belmont University in 2019. His scholarship interests are in the areas of: teaching and learning, orthopaedic manual physical therapy, and therapeutic neuroscience/pain science education. Dr. Austin has authored several book chapters, multiple peer-reviewed manuscripts and abstracts, and has presented at state and national meetings.

Publications
Curfman SE, Austin GP, and Nicholas JS. Post-traumatic stress and academic performance among entry-level doctoral physical therapy students in a human anatomy cadaver dissection course. Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice. 2018 Jul 02;16(3).

DeNoyelles JT & Austin GP. Avulsion fracture of the ischial tuberosity: a musculoskeletal imaging case study. Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice. January, 2016

Burns SA, Mintken PE, Austin GP, & Cleland, J. Short-term response of hip mobilizations and exercise in individuals with chronic low back pain: a case series. Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy. 2011. 19(2):100-107.

Burns SA, Mintken PE, & Austin GP. Clinical decision-making in a patient with secondary hip-spine syndrome. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice. 2011 Jul;27(5):384-97.

Book Chapters
Denninger, T & Austin, GP. Lateral Ankle Sprains, In Manual Therapy for Musculoskeletal Pain Syndromes of the Upper and Lower Quadrants: An Evidence and Clinical-Informed Approach. Fernández-de-las-Peñas C, Cleland JA, &  Dommerholt J. Elsevier (editors). 2015

Sylvain, J, Austin, GP, & Reiman, M. The Wrist and Hand. In Orthopedic Clinical Examination. Reiman, M. (Ed.) Human Kinetics. 2016

Austin, GP & Jacobs, ML. Mechanical Principles. In Splinting the hand and upper extremity: principles and process. Jacobs, ML & Austin, NM (editors), Baltimore: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. 2nd Edition. 2013

Austin, GP. Best Evidence for Examination and Treatment of the Thoracic Spine, in Orthopaedic Section Independent Study Course 21.1 Cervical and Thoracic Pain: Evidence for Effectiveness of Physical Therapy. Hughes, C (Editor). 2011

Chui, KK &. Austin, GP. Exercise. In Health Promotion Throughout the Life Span, 7th Edition. Edelman, C & Mandle, C. (editors). Mosby. 2010

Peer Reviewed Scientific and Professional Presentations
Curfman SE, Austin GP, Nicholas J, Radack B. Differences in Pain Neuroscience Perspectives Between Physical Therapy Students and Clinical Instructors. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. Denver, CO. February 2020

Curfman SE, Austin GP, Nicholas J, Radack B. Pain Neuroscience Education Changes PA Student Intervention Patterns, Including Physical Therapy Referrals. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. Denver, CO. February 2020

Curfman SE, Austin GP, Nicholas J, Radack B. PT and PA Students Differ in Perceptions, Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs About Persistent Pain. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. Denver, CO. February 2020

Curfman SE, Austin GP, Nicholas J, Radack B. Pain Neuroscience Knowledge and Pain Perspectives: A Longitudinal Study of DPT Students and Faculty. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. Denver, CO. February 2020

Curfman SE, Austin GP, & Nicholas JS. Student Attitudes and Beliefs About Active Learning: Relationship to Emotional Intelligence, Group Dynamics and Student Performance. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. Washington, DC. February, 2019

Curfman S, Austin GP, & Nicholas J. Knowledge, attitudes and beliefs about pain in third-year DPT students and clinical instructors. American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. Reno, NV. November 2018\

Austin, GP and Smith AR. Dynamic Spinal Control: Blending of Popular Approaches. American Physical Therapy NEXT Conference and Exposition. Orlando, FL. Breakout Session June, 2018

Curfman SE and Austin GP. Post-Traumatic Stress and Academic Performance Among Entry-Level Doctoral Physical Therapy Students in A Human Anatomy Cadaver Dissection Course. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. New Orleans, LA. Poster February, 2018

Austin GP & Smith K. The Effects of Thoracic Spine Thrust Manipulation on Cervical Joint Position Error. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. New Orleans, LA. Poster February, 2018

Smith AR and Austin GP. Dynamic Spinal Stability: Blending of Dominant Paradigms. American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. Salt Lake City, UT. Concurrent Breakout Session. October, 2017

Curfman S and Austin GP. Measuring for Lymphedema with L-Dex in a Woman with Breast Cancer Using Crutches to Walk After Knee Surgery: A Case Study Report.” APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Anaheim, CA. Oncology Section. Poster Presentation. February, 2016

Austin GP. Musculoskeletal Issues in Four Guatemalan Communities: Analysis of Preliminary Data. APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Las Vegas, NV. Health Policy Administration Section. Platform Presentation. February, 2014

Politis S and Austin GP. Lumbar-Hip Connection: Treating the Kinetic Chain with Applied Functional Science and EBP. American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. Cincinnati, OH. Concurrent Breakout Session. October, 2013

Burns SA, Mintken PE, & Austin GP. Effect of Hip Mobilizations on Chronic Low Back Pain: A Case Report. AAOMPT Annual Conference, Arlington, VA. October, 2009