Alex Fails

Alex Fails is a Researcher and PhD student in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Pittsburgh. He joined in August 2022, focusing on improving clinical return-to-sport decision-making tools for competitive athletes recovering from shoulder stabilization procedures. His work contributes to rehabilitation science and sports medicine, aiming to enhance outcomes for athletic populations.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, University of Pittsburgh
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), University of Pittsburgh

Research Interests: His research emphasizes clinical decision-making frameworks for athletes post-surgery, leveraging data from studies like OASIS, POETT, and Stability-2. He seeks to bridge clinical practice and evidence-based rehabilitation strategies in orthopedic physical therapy.

Awards:

• Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Professional Affiliations: Member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Orthopedic Section.