Carey Kosson Rothschild, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, CSCS
12805 Pegasus Drive
Orlando, FL 32816
Office 407-823-1439; Fax 407-823-3464
Education
2004-2005Doctor of Physical Therapy, Boston University, Boston, MA
1995-1999Bachelor of Health Science in Physical Therapy with Honors, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Professional Licensure
1999- PresentState of Florida/Physical Therapist, License # PT18393
Certifications
2015Certified Kinesio® Taping Practitioner, Kinesio® Taping Association International, certified October 1, 2015.
2012Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy, American Board of Clinical Specialties; certified through 06/30/2022.
2008 Credentialed Clinical Instructor, American Physical Therapy Association
2006Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties; Recertified through 06/30/2026.
2003Certified Clinical Instructor, Florida Consortium of Clinical Educators
1999Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, National Strength and Conditioning Association; recertified through 12/31/2017.
Academic Positions
August 2016Associate Lecturer, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, University of Central Florida (Orlando, FL)
August 2009-July 2016Lecturer/Instructor, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, University of Central Florida (Orlando, FL)
PHT 5240/ PHT 5240L Physical Assessment
PHT 5260/ PHT 5260L Patient Care Skills
PHT 6218/ PHT 6218L Theories and Procedures I
PHT 6219/ PHT 6219L Theories and Procedures II
PHT 5241/PHT 5241L Therapeutic Exercises
PHT 6245/PHT 6245L Therapeutic Exercises II
PHT 6242L Orthopedic Physical Therapy(Lab)
January 2008-Adjunct Faculty, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, University of
August 2009Central Florida (Orlando, FL)
PHT 6246L Orthopedic Physical Therapy (Lab)
PHT 5241L Therapeutic Exercise I (Lab)
PHT 6218L/ PHT 6219L Theories and Procedures I & II (Lab)
September 2006-Adjunct Faculty, Seminole StateCollege (Sanford, FL)
May 2009PHT 1000 Introduction to Physical Therapy (lecture)
PHT 2931 Trends in Physical Therapy (lecture, selected topics: FSBPT, item writing for board exams, direct access)
Academic/Research Training and Awards
2016Teaching Incentive Program Award recipient, College of Health & Public Affairs, University of Central Florida
2016Faculty Excellence for Mentoring Doctoral Students, award recipient, Office of Graduate Studies, University of Central Florida
2015-2016Center for Success of Women Faculty, Faculty Mentoring Community participant
2015Center for Success of Women Faculty, UCF Women Pegasus Professor Panel, October 22
2015Course design for effective learning, E. Main, Faculty Center for Teaching Learning, July 17
2011-2012Research Fellowship Program, College of Health & Public Affairs, University of Central Florida
2010Completion of IDL 6543 (an award-winning, non-credit course for faculty provided by UCF’sCenter for Distributed Learning that models how to teach online using a combination of seminars, labs, consultations, and web-based instruction and is delivered in an M (mixed) mode,Summer
Professional Memberships
1999- presentAmerican Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Member # 217075; Section membership in Education, Sports, Orthopedics and Women’s Health
Professional Activities
2016Textbook reviewer, Clarkson HM. Musculoskeletal Assessment, 3rd ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2013.
2012-presentManuscript reviewer, International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy, Sports Health, SciTechnol
2011-2014Item Writer, Specialization Academy of Content Experts, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, Orthopaedics
2011East Central District Representative, Florida Physical Therapy Association
2011Textbook reviewer, Michlovitz S, Bellew JW and Nolan TP. Modalities for Therapeutic Intervention, 5thed. Philadelphia, PA: FA Davis; 2012
2011Textbook reviewer, Cook CE and Hedges EJ. Orthopedic Physical Examination Tests, 2nd ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, 2013.
2008-presentPhysical Therapist consultant, Track Shack Running Specialty Store, Orlando, FL
2006-2007Item Writer, National Physical Therapist Examination, Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy, Alexandria, VA
Publications
2016Slater J, Kolber MJ, Schellhase KC, Patel CK, Rothschild CE, Liu X, andHanney WJ. The influence of exercise on perceived pain and disability in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Am Journal Lifestyle Med. 2016; 10(2), 136-147.
2015Castrillon T, Rothschild CE, Kolber MJ, Liu X, Masaracchio M, and Hanney WJ. The effects of a standardized belly dance program on perceived pain, disability, and function in women with chronic low back pain. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science. Under review.
2015Schellhase KC, Plant J, Rothschild CE. Collegiate athletic trainers’ perceived and actual knowledge of therapeutic ultrasound concepts. Int J Athletic Therapy & Training. 2015; 20(5), 43.
2015Tucker J, Moore M, Rooy J, Wright A, Rothschild CE, Werk LN. Intra- and Inter-Rater Reliability of Common Lower Extremity Biomechanical Measures on Children Who Are Non-Obese and Obese. Pediatric Physical Therapy. 2015;27:250–256.
2015Beckett SM, Seidelman LE, Hanney WJ, Liu X, and Rothschild CE. Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Injury AmongCollegiate Marching Band and Color Guard Members. Medical Problems of Performing Artists. 2015;30(2):106-10.
2014Slater J, Kolber MJ, Schellhase KC, Patel CK, Rothschild CE, Liu X, Hanney WJ. The Influence of Exercise on Perceived Pain and Disability in Patients with Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. Am J Lifestyle Med. Accepted December 3, 2014.Published ahead-of-print February 16, 2015, doi: 10.1177/1559827615571510
2014Perkins KP, Hanney WJ, and Rothschild CE. The Risks and Benefits of Running Barefoot or in Minimalist Shoes: A Systematic Review. Sports Health. 2014; 6 (6), 475-80.
2013Podschun L, Hanney WJ, Kolber MJ, Garcia A, Rothschild CE. Differential diagnosis of deep gluteal pain in a female runner with pelvic involvement: a case report. Int J Sports PhysTher. 2013 Aug;8(4):462-71.
2013Diaz AM, Kolber MJ, Patel CK, Pabian PS, Rothschild CE, Hanney WJ. The efficacy of yoga as an intervention for chronic low back pain: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Am J Lifestyle Med. 2013;7(6):418-430.
2013Hanney WJ, Kolber MJ, Pabian, P, Rothschild CE, Garcia A, and Stone K. Accelerated rehabilitation after minimally invasive knee arthroplasty. Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation. 2013; (29) 1: 35-45.
2012Rothschild CE. Running barefoot or in minimalist shoes: evidence or conjecture? Strength Cond J. 2012; 34(2): 8-17.
2011Rothschild CE. Primitive Running: A survey analysis of runners' interest, participation, and implementation. J Strength Cond Res. 2012; 26(8):2021-6.
2011Pabian P, Rothschild CE, Schwartzberg R. Rotator cuff repair: considerations of surgical characteristics and evidence based interventions for improving muscle performance. Physical Therapy Reviews. 2011; 16(5): 374-387.
Presentations
2016Rothschild CE and Tucker JE. UCF Moves: A Physical Activity Initiative. Faculty Summer Conference. May 11.
2016Rothschild CE and Schultheiss P.Factors Associated with Training Related Low Back Injury in the Adolescent Competitive Female Gymnast. Sports Section, APTA NEXT Annual Conference, Nashville, TN, June 8-11 [Poster Presentation].
2016Rothschild CE, McSheehy T, Postrel T, and Rainbow R. Effects of a minimalist transition training program on recreational runners. Sports Section, APTA NEXT Annual Conference, Nashville, TN, June 8-11 [Poster Presentation].
2016Rothschild CE. Anatomy and Biomechanics of Running. 12th Annual Cutting Edge Concepts in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Seminar, Orlando Orthopedic Center Foundation, Orlando, FL, Feb. 6
2015Rothschild CE. Considerations for the Novice Female Endurance Athlete. Female Athlete Special Interest Group, Sports Physical Therapy Section, American Physical Therapy Association, webinar presentation, October 20 [Invited presentation]
2015Rothschild CE and McCormick B. Do Physical Therapists Screen for and Manage Issues in the Female Athlete? Women’s Health Section, APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Indianapolis, IN, Feb. 4-7 [Poster Presentation]
2015Rothschild CE, Beckett SM and Seidelman LE. Factors Associated with Musculoskeletal Injury in Collegiate Marching Band and Color Guard Members. Orthopedic Section, APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Indianapolis, IN, Feb. 4-7 [Poster Presentation]
2014Hanney WJ, Kolber MJ, Carroll W, Heilman R, Salamh P, Rothschild CE, Pabian P. Body weight adjusted hip strength ratios in the weight training population. National Strength and Conditioning Association National Meeting. Las Vegas, NV July 2014 [Poster Presentation]
2014 Fuller J, Oliveira L, Johnson T, Rothschild CE. Barefoot Running: Survey Analysis of Motives, Medical Conditions, and Performance Factors. American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, 23rd Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, April 5-9 [Poster Presentation]
2014Beckett S, Seidelman L, Rothschild CE. Incidence and Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Injury Amongst Collegiate Marching Band and Color Guard Members. Orthopedic Section, APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Las Vegas, NV, Feb. 4-7 [Poster Presentation]
2014Rothschild CE, Pabian P, Hanney WJ. Factors Associated with Running-Related Injuries in Long-Distance Runners. Sports Section, APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Las Vegas, NV, Feb. 4-7 [Poster Presentation]
2014Schellhase KC, Plant J, Rothschild CE. Collegiate Athletic Trainers’ Perceived and Actual Knowledge of Therapeutic Ultrasound Concepts. SEATA Educators' Conference, Atlanta, GA, Feb. 6-8 [Poster Presentation]
2013Rothschild CE. Running Form and Footwear, CORA Seminar for Triathletes & Runners, Orlando, FL, January 10 [Invited presentation]
2012Rothschild CE. FPTA East Central District, Paces to Laces II: Therapists Perspectives on Running, Orlando, FL, Nov. 3 [Invited presentation]
2012Rothschild CE. FPTA Annual Conference, Pre-conference course: Barefoot Running: Current Evidence and Transition Strategies, 8 hours, Daytona Beach, FL, Sept. 13 [Invited presentation]
2012Rothschild CE. FPTA Annual Conference, Current Concepts in the Management of the Injured Runner, 2 hours, Daytona Beach, FL, Sept. 15 [Invited presentation]
2012Rothschild CE. Barefoot and Minimalist Shod Running: A Survey of Community Runners. Sports Section, APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Chicago, IL, February [Poster presentation]
2010Rothschild CE. Evidence-based Medicine, Orlando Health, March 23 [Invited presentation]
Popular Media Interviews
2013Ivanhoe Broadcasting interview
2013“Common mistakes that keep runners from starting line,” WKMG Channel 6, Orlando, January 8
2012“Barefoot runner in Altamonte Springs turns heads during daily commute,” Orlando Sentinel, December 26
2012“Before You Bare Your Soles,” Men’s Health Magazine, October issue
2012“UCF expert: Barefoot-style running has benefits,” Orlando Sentinel, August 13
2012“Barefoot Runners Take to the Road,” Aspen Public Radio, August 7
2012“Barefoot Running,” Good Day Orlando, Fox 35 News, July 27
2012“The Olympics and Bare Feet: What Have We Learned?” UCF Today, July 27
Graduate Research & Mentorship Activities
2016-presentThe relationship between hip strength, running gait foot strike angle and running-related injury in recreational runners. Students: Deamara A, Lyons M, and Mynatt K. IRB# SBE-16-11943. Data collection in progress.
2015-2016The effectiveness of Kinesio®Taping to decrease pain associated with common injuries in novice runners. Students: Frech D, Hendershot A, Kryszczynski J. Presented at UCF’s Graduate Research Forum April 5. Submitted for poster presentation for 2017 APTA Combined Sections Meeting. Awaiting decision.
2015-2016Usage trends and theoretical knowledge of electrical stimulation in physical therapist practice: a survey. Students: Francis D, Humphries K, Lebovitz G.
Presented at UCF’s Graduate Research Forum April 5. Submitted for poster presentation for 2017 APTA Combined Sections Meeting. Awaiting decision.
2015-2016The Effects of Four-Weeks Use of the Power Knee on Gait, Functional Ability, and Patient Satisfaction in Patients with Transfemoral Amputation: A Case Series. Students: Landgrabe M and Leonard J. Submitted for poster presentation for 2017 APTA Combined Sections Meeting. Awaiting decision.
2015-2016Factors Associated with Training Related Knee Injuries in the Adolescent Ballet Dancer. Student: Wheeler M and Smith E. Presented at UCF’s Graduate Research Forum April 5.
2014-presentFactors Associated with Training Related Low Back Injuries in the Adolescent Competitive Female Gymnast. Student: Schultheiss P, Berlam M, Morgan C, IRB# SBE-14-10220. Poster presented at APTA NEXT Annual Conference June 2016. Additional data collection in progress.
2014-2015Physical Characteristics of Instrumentalists as Predictors of Playing-related Injury. Student: Williamson A. Status: IRB#:SBE-14-10154; Poster presentedat APTA NEXT Annual Conference June 2016.
2014-2015The Effects of Transition Training Program on Recreational Runners: a Pilot Study. Students: McSheehy T, Postrel T, Rainbow B. IRB#: SBE-13-09927; Poster presented atAPTA NEXT Annual Conference June 2016.
2014-2015Effects of Kinesio®Taping on dynamic balance in recreational athletes with history of ankle sprain. Students: Balogh S and Clark A. Data analysis complete.
2014-2015The Effects of a Hip Strengthening Program on Novice Runners. Students: Alford E, Cobb G, Herman J. IRB# SBE-14-10178. Case study completed.
2012-2014Performance on the functional movement screen (FMS) as a Predictor for Running Related Injury. Student: Hicks, T. Status: IRB#: SBE-13-09187; data analysis completed.
2012-2014Do physical therapists screen, refer, and treat appropriately for issues common in the female athlete?: a survey analysis. Student: McCormick, B. Status: IRB #SBE-13-09311; data analysiscompleted.
2012-2014Incidence and Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Injury Amongst Collegiate Marching Band and Color Guard Members. Students: Beckett S, Seidelman L. IRB#: SBE-12-08823; Published in Medical Problems of Performing Artists June 2015.
2012-2013An evidence-based review of barefoot and minimalist running: education for the local community. Students: Buffington P, Lougheed C and Westerlund N.
2012-2013Transitioning from Shod to Barefoot Running: An Evidence-Based Transition Program. Students: Dudas A, Johnson J, Mulvihill M.
2012-2013Trunk and hip muscle performance as predictors of running-related injuries in long-distance runners, IRB#SBE-12-08439; Data analysis completed.
2011-2012Return to Golf Following Rotator Cuff Repair: Current Trends of Physical Therapists. Students: Bredy R and Pierson K. Data analysis completed.
2011-2012Pro Bono Physical Therapy Clinics: Impact on Students and the Community: A Literature review. Student: Huynh T. Completed.
Undergraduate Research & Mentorship Activities
2015-presentCommittee chair. Pelvic floor muscle retraining for management of postpartum pelvic dysfunction: a review of literature. Student: Tanner R. Honors in the Major Program.
2015-presentCommittee Chair. Presence of the female athlete triad in adult female endurance athletes: a review of literature. Student: Gabriel S. Honors in the Major Program.
2013-2014Committee Chair. The Risks and Benefits of Running Barefoot or in Minimalist Shoes. Student: Perkins K. Honors in the Major Program. Awarded Honorable Mention at UCF Undergraduate Research Forum Spring 2014; Published in Sports Health 2014.
2012-2013Committee member. The efficacy of yoga as an intervention for chronic low back pain: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials.Student: Diaz AM. Honors in the Major Program. Published in Am J Lifestyle Med 2013.
2010-2011Committee member. Preventing neuromuscular deconditioning in critical care patients. Student: Lakhani S. Honors in the Major Program;
University and Community Service
2016Wellness in the Workplace, Benefits of Stretching, ABC Fine Wine and Spirits, May 10
2015-presentSearch committee, Faculty position in Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
2015-presentFaculty Advisor, UCF Triathlon Team
2015-presentFaculty Mentor, Younglife College at UCF
2014-presentBoard member, Winter Park YMCA Family Center, Winter Park, FL; semi-annual flexibility assessments provided
2014Honors in the Major Scholarship Committee, College of Health Public Affairs
2013-presentCurriculum Committee and Professional Standards Committee, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, University of Central Florida
2013-presentDisciplinary Sanction Review Committee, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, University of Central Florida
2013Teaching Incentive Program Selection Committee
2013Graduate Faculty Scholar, College of Graduate Studies
2012 Teaching Incentive Program Selection Criteria and Procedures Committee
2012Library Representative, Department of Health Professions, College of Health & Public Affairs, University of Central Florida
2011- presentFaculty member, Student Conduct Review Board, Office of Student Rights & Responsibilities, University of Central Florida
2009- 2015Faculty advisor, Student Physical Therapy Association, University of Central Florida
Professional Experience
03/03- 08/09 Senior Clinic Manager, CORA Rehabilitation Clinics, Winter Park, FL
Responsibilities:
-Supervisor of clinical operations of two outpatient physical therapy clinics
-Recipient of Clinic of the Year Award twice
02/01- 03/03 Staff Physical Therapist, Florida Hospital Rehab & Sports Medicine YMCA Aquatic Center, Orlando, FL
Responsibilities:
-Evaluation and treatment of orthopedic and sports medicine patients
-Served on Sports Medicine Team to promote physical therapy to local running community
-Developed strength and conditioning program for national level age group swim and dive teams
-Provided on-site physical therapy to employees and performers at Universal Studios Orlando
04/00- 02/01Staff Physical Therapist, Florida Hospital, Orlando, FL
Responsibilities: Evaluation treatment of acute and inpatient orthopedic pts
09/99- 04/00Staff Physical Therapist, Healthsouth, Orlando, FL
Continuing Education
2016UF Running Medicine Conference. University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, February 18-19, 13.5 hours
2015APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Indianapolis, IN, Feb 4-7
2013KT3 - Clinical Concepts and Advanced Taping Methods, Kinesio Taping Association International, Winter Park, FL, May 11
2013KT1 - Fundamental Concepts and KT2 – Advanced Concepts and Corrective Techniques, Kinesio Taping Association International, Winter Park, FL, April 20-21
2013Clinical Applications of Kinesio Taping; Relative Muscle Interaction: Implications for Training and Injury Prevention in Sport, FPTA Spring Conference, Orlando, FL, March 22
2012Advanced Neuro Rehabilitation Workshop, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, Nov. 8, 4 hours
2012SCS Preparation Course, Evidence in Motion, Schertx, TX, March 26, 63.5 hours
2012Running Medicine Conference. University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, March 15-16
2012APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Chicago, IL, Feb. 4-7
2011Emergency Response Course, American Red Cross, May 8
2010FPTA Annual Conference, Diagnostic Utility of Orthopedic Special Tests, Orlando, FL, September 23
2010FPTA, ECD Meeting,Nystagmus-based Exam of Positional Vertigo, Celebration, FL August 14
201013th Annual Florida Hospital Sports Medicine Conference, Orlando, FL, July 18
2010FPTA, ECD Meeting, Running, Orlando, FL, March 27
20095th Annual Orthopedic Update, Orlando Orthopedic Center, Orlando, FL, August 15
2009FPTA, ECD Meeting, From Paces to Laces: Perspectives on Running, Orlando, FL, August 8
200912th Annual Florida Hospital Sports Medicine Conference, Orlando, FL, July 19
2009CORA Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Updates in Athletic Training- Health Care for Life and Sports, Orlando, FL, March 11
2008Therapeutic Modalities: An Evidence-Based Approach, Cross Country Education, Orlando, FL, December 9
2008APTA CI Education and Credentialing Program, Orlando, FL, November 1-2
2007Treatment Based Classification for Low Back Pain, Integrated Clinical Solutions, Orlando, FL, August 24
20073rd Annual Orthopedic Update, Orlando Orthopedic Center, Orlando, FL, August
2006The Mulligan Concept, Mulligan Concept Teachers Association, St. Pete, FL, November 10-11
20062nd Annual Sports Medicine Update, Orlando Orthopedic Center, Orlando, FL, August 19
2006Annual Conference & Expositions of the APTA, Orlando, FL, June 22
2006OCS Examination Prep Course, Healthcare Education Associates, Gainesville, FL, February 11
2006Cutting Edge Concepts in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Orlando Orthopedic Center, February 4
2005The Running Course, North American Seminars, October 1-2
2005Florida Physical Therapy Association Spring Conference, Orlando, FL March 11-13
2004Lumbopelvic Course. North American Seminars, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, May 15-16
2003Certification Course for Clinical Instructors, Florida Consortium of Clinical Educators, Orlando, FL, February
2002Footsteps: An Integrated Approach to the Foot & Ankle, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, November 9
2002Fifth Annual Sports Medicine Conference, Florida Hospital, Orlando, FL, July
2003S1: Introduction to Spinal Evaluation & Manipulation, University of St. Augustine, Orlando, March
2001When the Foot Hits the Ground, Everything Changes, St. Pete, FL, October 19-21
2001Strength & Conditioning Seminar, Florida Hospital, Orlando, FL, July
1999E1: Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation, University of St. Augustine, Orlando, FL, November