- Ph.D., Biomechanics and Movement Science, University of Delaware
- M.S., Physical Therapy, University of Hartford
- B.S., Health Science, University of Hartford
Rehabilitation and Movement Science
BIO
Dr. Failla’s primary area of expertise is improving outcomes after sports and orthopedic-related injuries. Specifically, his research has evaluated the effects of rehabilitation strategies on athletes after anterior cruciate ligament injury and reconstruction. Dr. Failla has additional interests in the prevention of sports injuries, rehabilitation after orthopedic procedures, and sports-related shoulder injuries. Besides his Ph.D. training in biomechanics and movement science, Dr. Failla is an experienced 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
Area(s) of expertise
Sports medicine, knee injury prevention and treatment, shoulder injury prevention and treatment
Bio
Dr. Failla’s primary area of expertise is improving outcomes after sports and orthopedic-related injuries. Specifically, his research has evaluated the effects of rehabilitation strategies on athletes after anterior cruciate ligament injury and reconstruction. Dr. Failla has additional interests in the prevention of sports injuries, rehabilitation after orthopedic procedures, and sports-related shoulder injuries. Besides his Ph.D. training in biomechanics and movement science, Dr. Failla is an experienced 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
Areas of Expertise
Sports medicine, knee injury prevention and treatment, shoulder injury prevention and treatment