Clinical Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy

434.544.8884
[email protected]
Health Sciences Building 204

Dr. Friend joined the University of Lynchburg in 2019.

Education

• DPT — Shenandoah University
• BS, Physical Therapy — Ohio University

Courses Taught

• Diagnosis and Management of Patients with
• Neuromuscular Dysfunction
• Integrated Case Application Lab series
• Lifespan Care in Physical Therapy I and II
• Professional Practice in Physical Therapy II
• Psychosocial Aspects of Healthcare
• Student Professional Involvement

Research Interests

• Effects of sauna treatment combined with stretching on tissue extensibility in children and adults with cerebral palsy.
• Physical therapy screening for wellness of children with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Areas of Expertise

• Developmental pediatrics.
• Diabetes.
• Neurological rehabilitation.