Michael Chiacchiero

Dr. Michael Chiacchiero is an Associate Professor in the Physical Therapy department at College of Staten Island, CUNY. With 25+ years of clinical experience across acute care, rehabilitation clinics, and home settings, he specializes in geriatric balance disorders, motor imagery applications, and vestibular rehabilitation.

Research Focus:

• Balance and Falls Prevention in Elderly Populations
• Mechanisms of Motor Imagery in Rehabilitation
• Prosthetics and Orthotics Clinical Applications

Publications Trend: His scholarly work since 2009 emphasizes non-invasive interventions for elderly mobility issues, particularly through motor imagery and gait training alternatives. Key journals include Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation and Gerinotes.