Mathew Failla, PT, Ph.D., SCS

Associate Professor

Mathew.Failla@med.uvm.edu
Mathew Failla
Mathew.Failla@med.uvm.edu
Alma mater(s)
  • Ph.D., Biomechanics and Movement Science, University of Delaware
  • M.S., Physical Therapy, University of Hartford
  • B.S., Health Science, University of Hartford
Affiliated Department(s)

Rehabilitation and Movement Science

Area(s) of expertise

  • Sports medicine
  • Knee injury prevention and treatment
  • Shoulder injury prevention and treatment

BIO

Mathew Failla’s primary area of expertise is improving outcomes following sports and orthopedic-related injuries. Specifically, his research has examined the effects of rehabilitation strategies on athletes after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury and reconstruction. He also has interests in injury prevention, rehabilitation after orthopedic procedures, and sports-related shoulder injuries. In addition to his Ph.D. training in biomechanics and movement science, Dr. Failla is a residency-trained clinician and a board-certified specialist in sports physical therapy.

Courses

  • PT 320 - Understanding Evidence in PT Practice
  • PT 328 - Independent Research Project
  • PT 344 - Patient Management:  Musculoskeletal 1

Bio

Mathew Failla’s primary area of expertise is improving outcomes following sports and orthopedic-related injuries. Specifically, his research has examined the effects of rehabilitation strategies on athletes after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury and reconstruction. He also has interests in injury prevention, rehabilitation after orthopedic procedures, and sports-related shoulder injuries. In addition to his Ph.D. training in biomechanics and movement science, Dr. Failla is a residency-trained clinician and a board-certified specialist in sports physical therapy.

Courses

  • PT 320 - Understanding Evidence in PT Practice
  • PT 328 - Independent Research Project
  • PT 344 - Patient Management:  Musculoskeletal 1