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Elizabeth Wellsandt, PT, DPT, PhD, OCS - Associate Professor

Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, Physical Therapy - MMI

University of Nebraska Medical Center

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Elizabeth Wellsandt Associate Professor PT, DPT, PhD, OCS

Research Interests:

ACL, Knee Injury, Osteoarthritis, Physical Therapy, Biomechanics

Current Research Summary:

The pediatric research interests are centered within biomechanical and functional outcomes analysis in individuals with knee injuries, with a primary interest in the influence of these factors on the secondary development of osteoarthritis. Our research team focuses on anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in the knee, which have the highest incidence in individuals under 21 years of age.

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