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Unit: Curry School of Education
Department: Department of Kinesiology
Office location and address
Memorial Gym 201
210 Emmet St S
Charlottesville,
Virginia
22904
Education
Ph.D., University of Virginia, 1999
M.P.T., Hahnemann University, 1989
M.Ed., University of Virginia, 1987
B.S., University of Virginia, 1986
M.P.T., Hahnemann University, 1989
M.Ed., University of Virginia, 1987
B.S., University of Virginia, 1986
Biography
Dr. Susan Saliba has 18 years of clinical experience as both a physical therapist and athletic trainer. She currently teaches courses in the NATA Accredited Advanced Masters’ In Athletic Training Curriculum, including gross anatomy, pathophysiology and rehabilitation, manual therapy techniques, orthopedic bases of sports medicine and advanced therapeutic modalities. She is also the director of the undergraduate program in Kinesiology, a major that prepares students for graduate education in medicine, physical therapy, athletic training, physician assistant or other allied health professions. Dr. Saliba has been recognized by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association for service and is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Publications
Sponsored Awards
CU-KINE Supervised Rehabilitation with Patterned Electrical Neuromuscular Stimulation for Patients with Patellofemoral Pain
Source: Accelerated Care Plus Corporation
January 01, 2016 – December 31, 2016
CU- The Effect of Patterned Electrical Neuromuscular Stimulation on Neuromuscular Control During Functional Activities in Patellofemoral Pain Patients
Source: Mid-Atlantic Athletic Trainer Association
January 01, 2015 – April 30, 2016
Courses
Credits: 3
Introduction to the discipline of Kinesiology and an examination of the study of physical activity from the perspectives of professional practice, research, and experience. This course is a prerequisite for all students interested in pursuing a major in Kinesiology.
Credits: 3
An course in principles, procedures, and techniques in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. A one-credit laboratory experience is available in addition to the regular course. Co-requisite: Anatomy, instructor permission.
Credits: 1–6
Independent Study for undergraduates working in cooperation with a faculty member.
Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide the athletic training student with a foundation of the theoretical fundamentals and principles of the therapeutic modalities used in the physical medicine environment. A systematic evidenced based approach of the how and why of the application of rehabilitation techniques will be addressed including theory and clinical techniques used to enhance the treatment and rehabilitation of injuries.
Credits: 1–6
Independent Study for master's level students working in cooperation with a faculty member.
Credits: 2
The course provides fundamental clinical knowledge of commonly utilized diagnostic imaging and pharmacotherapies within athletic training. This information may be applied through an interprofessional approach to healthcare of the physically active requiring an understanding of normal and diseased states via various diagnostic imaging techniques as well as the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of prescription and over-the-counter drugs.
Credits: 3
Advanced study of the theoretical foundations and principles of the therapeutic modalities used in the physical medicine environment. Includes theory and clinical techniques used to enhance the treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Prerequisite: Master's and Doctoral Level Kinesiology students
Credits: 1–3
A doctoral-level seminar that addresses current topics related to research in the areas of injury risk factor screening, prevention, diagnosis, or treatment in sports medicine. Focus is on study design, execution, and interpretation of both laboratory and clinical research in sports medicine. Prerequisite: Kinesiology Doctoral student
Credits: 1–6
Supervised field experiences under the direction of professional staff. Student should obtain approval from their advisor before registering for this practicum.
Credits: 1–12
Designed to give masters students experience conducting research in professional settings appropriate to their disciplines.
Credits: 1–6
Designed to give masters students who are completing a master's thesis.
Credits: 1–12
Independent Research for doctoral level students working cooperation with a faculty member
Credits: 3–12
Designed to give doctoral students experience conducting research in professional settings appropriate to their disciplines. Prerequisite: Advisor permission required.
Credits: 3–12
Doctoral Dissertation Research completed under the guidance of dissertation committee. 12 hours is required for graduation. Permission of instructor required.