Benjamin D. Brightwell, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, FAAOMPT, PhD(c)
Assistant Professor of Instruction
Curriculum Vitae
Contact Information
301 University Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77555-1144
P: 409-772-3068
E: bebright@utmb.edu
Teaching Areas of Interest
Biomechanics, orthopedic assessment, diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction, therapeutic interventions, manual therapy techniques, and exercise prescription
Research Interests
Lower extremity biomechanics, lower extremity trauma/fractures, sport performance and rehabilitation
Biography
Benjamin D. Brightwell, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, FAAOMPT, PhD(c) is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (PTRS) in the School of Health Professions (SHP) at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). Dr. Brightwell is also researcher for the UTMB Center for Health Promotion, Performance, and Rehabilitation Research (CHPPRR). He is a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist and Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. He received his DPT from UTMB and is completing his PhD at The University of Kentucky.