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Evan Nelson, PT, DPT, OCS
Faculty Associate
Office
1300 University Avenue
Room 4195 Medical Sciences Center
Madison, WI 53706-1532
(608) 263-4434
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Education and Certification
- Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Luther College, Decorah, IA, 2004
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Duke University, Durham, NC,2007
Teaching Responsibilities
- PT 521: Physical Agents
- PT 527: Foundations of Examination, Evaluation, and Diagnosis
- PT 675: Orthotics: Applications in Physical Therapy Practice
- PT 678: Physical Therapy Management of Integument Conditions
Clinical Interests
Dr. Nelson's primary clinical focus is orthopedic physical therapy. He is an orthopedic certified specialist and currently treats patients at the UW Spine Physical Therapy Clinic and UW Runners Clinic. He has experience in multiple orthopedic settings treating a diverse mix of orthopedic and sports injuries. He routinely incorporates manual therapy techniques including joint manipulation into his clincial practice. Dr. Nelson enjoys patient centered care integrating patient values with current research evidence for successful clinical outcomes.
Professional and Service Activities
American Physical Therapy Association, Member 2004-present
- Orthopedic Section, Member
- Sports Section, Member
- Student Assembly President 2006-2007, Vice President 2005-2006
Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association, Member 2007-present
- Academic Liaison Committee Chair 2007-present
- Communications Task Force
- Workforce Task Force
Research Interests and Scholarly Activities
Mr. Nelson's current research examines the prevention and treatment of running related injuries using cadence change and video gait analysis as clinical practice interventions. He has also developed the UW Running Injury and Recovery Index which is the first standardized outcome measure specific to running injuries.
Honors and Awards
- 2010: WPTA Rookie of the Year
- 2007: APTA Mary McMillan Scholar
- 2007: Duke University Outstanding Physical Therapy Student