University of Delaware Physical Therapy

04/10/2026

UDPT OMPT Fellowship at CHS Research & Innovation Day!

From undergraduates to faculty, this day highlights the best in research and innovation across the College of Health Sciences.

OMPT Fellows-in-training presented scholarly projects focused on Knowledge Translation - bridging the gap between research and clinical practice to improve patient outcomes.

Projects included:
🔹 Natasha Lobo & Chris Cutsail - Framework for clinical protocol integration at the UD Physical Therapy Clinic
🔹 Andrew Valente - Clinician perspectives and use of hand-held dynamometry within his clinic in New Jersey

Congratulations to all presenters on a successful day of learning, collaboration, and innovation 👏

Interested in joining the UD OMPT Fellowship?
📅 Applications for the 2027–2028 cohort due November 1, 2026
🔗 Learn more: https://sites.udel.edu/ptclinic/professionals/fellowship/
🔗 Apply through RF-PTCAS: https://rfptcas.cas.myliaison.com/applicant-ux/ #/login

04/09/2026

✨ A day in the life of DPT2 Lily Zieg!! ✨

Follow Lily through a day in the spring semester balancing her classes, Integrated Clinical Experience, and her job as a personal trainer!

04/08/2026

The University of Delaware is once again ranked among the 2026 Best Graduate Schools by U.S. News & World Report!

🏆 #1 in Physical Therapy
⬆️ Chemical Engineering climbs to #7
🎓 14 programs in the Top 50
📈 Nearly one-third of programs improved this year
🏛️ 25 in Public Affairs Schools
📚 26 in Education Schools
⚙️ 36 in Engineering Schools

Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x1q4x

04/06/2026

The Evolution of Tendon Care with Karin Silbernagel, PT, PhD, FAPTA

What happens when a curious clinician challenges long‑standing assumptions about tendon injuries? You get research that eventually helps reshape the PT profession. In our latest feature, Karin Silbernagel, PT, PhD, FAPTA, shares how a simple question: What do we really know about tendons? sparked a career of discovery that has transformed rehab practice worldwide. In the article, she also reflects on how early support from the Foundation Research Grant helped launch her influential research trajectory in the U.S.

Watch the full video to learn how Karin’s insights continue to shape evidence-based practice and inspire the next generation of researchers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji47G_Lxr0o

04/06/2026

Today we’re celebrating a story of leadership and generosity!

When the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research created the Fund for Excellence in 2021, it began with an idea from Stuart Binder‑Macleod, PT, PhD, FAPTA—who saw firsthand the essential work happening behind the scenes every day.

Stuart and his wife, Catriona, helped bring that idea to life with a $50,000 inaugural gift. Now, they are deepening their impact with a multi‑year commitment that brings their total support to $250,000.

Once fulfilled, their pledge will establish the Stuart and Catriona Binder‑Macleod Fund for Excellence, providing stable, unrestricted support for the Foundation’s most critical needs.
Their leadership not only strengthens the Foundation today but creates a model for others who want to make a lasting difference. Read the full article: https://foundation4pt.org/stories/building-a-legacy-of-unrestricted-support-the-binder-macleods-lasting-impact/

04/02/2026

✨ Student Highlight ✨

Meet Lindsay Glosenger, UDPT Class of 2027!

Hear about why Lindsay chose a career in physical therapy, what excites her most about the profession, the setting she sees herself working in, and her advice for prospective PT students!

03/13/2026

✨ Fellowship Friday! ✨

Manual Therapy Fellows met with the Fellowship Coordinator, Greg Seymour, to review and refine psychomotor skills for the lumbopelvic region.

The weekend focused on exploring the current evidence behind manual therapy, including indications, contraindications, and real clinical cases that guide decision-making in practice. The goal extends beyond learning how to perform techniques to developing a deeper understanding of who they’re appropriate for, when to use them, and why they matter in patient care.

These weekends are not only informative but also filled with laughter, collaboration, and motivation to continually improve clinical practice.

Interested in joining the next cohort?

Applications for the 2027–2028 OMPT Fellowship are submitted through RF-PTCAS. https://rfptcas.cas.myliaison.com/applicant-ux/ #/login

📅 Application deadline: November 1, 2026
🔗 More information: https://sites.udel.edu/ptclinic/professionals/fellowship

03/08/2026

Continuing Education Opportunity 📣

Dr. Sions will be giving a Grand Rounds at the Johns Hopkins Limb Loss and Restoration Symposium on April 18, 2026!

🔗 Click here for more info:

Johns Hopkins University , Sixth Johns Hopkins Limb Loss and Restoration Symposium, 4/28/2026 8:00:00 AM - 4/28/2026 5:00:00 PM, This activity is intended for physicians, rehabilitation therapists (physical and occupational therapists), orthotists and prosthetists and other medical providers who....

02/26/2026

✨A day in the life of DPT2 Saunders Penn!!✨

Follow Saunders through his busy day as a DPT2 in winter semester!

02/19/2026

We are thrilled to announce that UDPT has won the 2025 VCU-Marquette Challenge!

This challenge encourages DPT programs across the country to fundraise for PT research that fuels the growth of the profession. A big thank you to everyone who participated in this cycle and helped us reach our fundraising goals!

02/17/2026

University of Delaware’s Physical Therapy Department excitedly kicked off their 50th Anniversary in style at CSM by hosting a large group of alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends of the program. We were pleased to partner with the UD Alumni Association who provided funding support for the event. This initial event was the start of several activities planned for the year to celebrate the past successes and future goals of the program. Stay tuned for updates and information on you can be involved in this monumental year for UDPT.

02/16/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 APTA CSM award recipients!