Tracy Smith, PT, DSc, FAAOMPT, ATC (Ret.)
Lecturer
SDSU
Primary Email: [email protected]
Bio
Dr. Smith holds a master’s and post-doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from Baylor University. She is fellowship trained in orthopedics/manual therapy and is a certified Athletic Trainer (ret). Dr. Smith served as an active-duty U.S Army officer and physical therapist for 20 years, treating Soldiers and their families in many settings. She brings over 25 years of clinical and academic experience from both the military and the civilian sectors. Since retiring from the Army, she has had the honor of teaching as an associated professor of Physical Therapy at San Diego State University and Baylor University. She continues her association with the U.S Army by teaching resiliency concepts to active-duty military, in the 360 Leadership Program.
Dr. Smith brings her love of health, fitness, rehabilitation and teaching together in a dynamic, balanced manner for her students. She is a lifelong learner and challenges her students with the most current evidence in health and healing topics. She is an avid athlete, wilderness backpacker, skier, and outdoors person. Her hobbies include writing short stories, and cooking for the people she loves!
Education
- U.S Army-Baylor University, DSc, Post Professional Doctoral Program in Orthopedic and Manual Physical Therapy, 2006
- U.S Army-Baylor Graduate Program in Physical Therapy, 1993
- University of California at San Diego, BS, Psychology, 1990
Interests
I’m a fellowship trained orthopedic and manual physical therapist. I have a special interest in athletes and the military population.
Certifications
- Certified Athletic Trainer (Ret.) #119502449
Licensure Information/Registration Number
- Licensed Physical Therapist in California: #38960
- Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic & Manual Physical Therapists
Professional Memberships/Activities
- APTA member
- APTA Orthopedic Section member
- Board member, VP of Communications Army Medical Specialist Corps
Awards & Honors
- Retired U.S Army Lieutenant Colonel (20 years)
- Legion of Merit, United States Army (2011). A military decoration of the United States Armed Forces awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements.
- U.S Army Meritorious Service Medal x 3
- U.S Army Commendation Medal x 4
- Operation Iraqi Freedom (2007-2008)
Courses
- DPT 780 – Therapeutic Modalities
- DPT 782 – Therapeutic Exercise
- DPT 782 – Therapeutic Exercise 1
- DPT 784 – Therapeutic Exercise 2
- DPT 820 – Musculoskeletal Techniques 1
Presentations
- Smith T. An impairment-based treatment approach to early rehabilitation of patients with total knee arthroplasty: a case series. 11th Annual American Academy of Orthopedic and Manual Physical Therapists, Salt Lake City, Utah. 2006.
Publications
- Raney NH, Petersen EJ, Smith TA, Cowan JE, Rendeiro DG, Deyle GD, Childs JD. Development of a clinical prediction rule to identify patients with neck pain likely to benefit from cervical traction and exercise. Eur Spine J. 2009; 18(3):382-91.
- Smith TA, Boyles RE. An impairment-based treatment approach to early rehabilitation of patients with total knee arthroplasty: a case series. Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy. 2006; 14(3):182.
- Smith TA, Cashman T. The Incidence of Injury in Light Infantry Soldiers. Military Medicine. 2002; 167:104-109.
- Graves D, Miller J, Smith T, Rendeiro D, Kelly A, Underwood F. A Comparison of Right and Left Orthodromic Sensory and Motor Neural Conduction Amplitudes of the Median and Ulnar Nerves in Healthy Adults. Journal of Clinical Electrophysiology. 1995; 7:6-8.
Community Engagement
360 Leadership Program: A Resiliency Program for Active Duty Military
Other Details
I’m an avid roadbiker, TRXer, and yoga lover. I love anything outdoors and love to travel both in the U.S and abroad.