Greg Dedrick, Sc.D., PT, OCS, COMT
Assistant Professor, Sc.D. Program in Physical Therapy
EDUCATION
- 1994 Bachelor of Science: Kinesiology - University of North Texas - Denton, Texas
- 1996 Master of Physical Therapy - University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston, Cooperative Program with the University of Texas at El Paso
- 2005 Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy - Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - Lubbock, Texas
BOARD CERTIFICATION/ LICENSURE
- Certificate in Orthopedic Medicine & Manual Therapy of the Spine (2000) - International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine
- Certification in Orthopedic Manual Therapy of the Extremities (2002) - International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine
- Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist (2009) - American Physical Therapy Association
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- Kinematic and kinetic studies of lower extremity neuromuscular control
- Role of diagnostic ultrasound in musculoskeletal disorders and motor control
- Sensitivity and specificity of orthopedic physical examination
- Clinically meaningful anatomy studies
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS:
Peer Reviewed Journal Publication (6 Published)
*Corresponding author
Owens SC, Brismée JM*, Pennell PN, Dedrick GS, Sizer PS, James CR. (2009) Changes in spinal height measurements following sustained lumbar flexion and extension postures: A clinical measure of intervertebral disc hydration using stadiometry. J Manip & Physiol Therap, 32(5):358-63.
Brismée JM*, Sizer PS, Dedrick GS, Sawyer BG, Smith MP. (2009). Immunohistochemical and histological study of human uncovertebral joints-A preliminary investigation. Spine. 34(12):1257-63.
Dedrick GS*, Sizer PS, Merkle JN, Hounshell TR, McComb-Robert JJR, Sawyer SF, Brismée JM, James CR. (2008). Effect of sex hormones on neuromuscular control patterns during landing. J Electromyogr & Kinesiol. 18(1):68-78.
McGaugh J, Brismée JM, Dedrick GS,Jones EA, Sizer PS. (2007). Comparing the anatomical accuracy of the posterior superior iliac spine to the iliac crest as a reference landmark for vertebral location in the lumbar spine: A retrospective radiographic study. Clin Anat. 20(7):819-25.
Sizer P, Phelps V, Dedrick G, James R, Matthijs O. (2003). Diagnosis and management of the painful ankle/foot: Part 2: Examination, interpretation, and management. Pain Prac. 3(4):343-74.
Sizer P, Phelps V, Dedrick G, Matthijs O. (2002). Differential diagnosis and management of root related pain. Pain Prac. 2:98-121.
Electronic Educational Publications (Digital Video Discs; 12 Published)
Sizer PS, Brismée JM, Phelps V, Dedrick G. Diagnosis-Specific Orthopedic Management of the Shoulder Complex. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2005 (#441 DVD)
Sizer PS, Brismée JM, Phelps V, Dedrick G. Diagnosis-Specific Orthopedic Management of the Lumbar Spine: Primary Disc-Related Disorders and the Sacroiliac Joint. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2005 (#442 DVD)
Sizer PS, Brismée JM, Phelps V, Dedrick G. Diagnosis-Specific Orthopedic Management of the Lumbar Spine: Secondary Disc-Related Disorders. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2005 (#443 DVD)
Brismée JM, Phelps V, Dedrick G Sizer PS. Diagnosis-Specific Orthopedic Management of the Knee. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2005 (#444 DVD).
Brismée JM, Phelps V, Dedrick G, Sizer PS. Diagnosis-Specific Orthopedic Management of the Cervicothoracic Junction and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2005 (#445 DVD).
Brismée JM, Phelps V, Dedrick G, Sizer PS. Diagnosis-Specific Orthopedic Management of the Thoracic Spine & Ribs. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2005 (#446 DVD).
Phelps V, Dedrick G Sizer PS, Brismée JM. Diagnosis-Specific Orthopedic Management of the Lower Cervical Spine: Disc, Facet, and Uncovertebral Pathology. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2006 (#447 DVD).
Phelps V, Dedrick G Sizer PS, Brismée JM. Diagnosis-Specific Orthopedic Management of the Hip. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2006 (#448 DVD).
Phelps V, Dedrick G Sizer PS, Brismée JM. Diagnosis-Specific Orthopedic Management of the Foot and Ankle. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2006 (#449 DVD).
Dedrick G, Sizer PS, Brismee JM, Phelps V. Diagnosis Specific Orthopedic Management of the Upper Cervical Spine and Headache. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2006 (#450 DVD).
Dedrick G, Sizer PS, Brismee JM, Phelps V. Diagnosis Specific Orthopedic Management of the Elbow Complex. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2006 (#451 DVD).
Dedrick G, Sizer PS, Brismee JM, Phelps V. Diagnosis Specific Orthopedic Management of the Wrist/Hand Complex. Educational Resources from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine – Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products, Minneapolis, 2006 (#452 DVD).