Caryn Ito

Dr. Caryn Ito is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Physical Therapy Department at Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences, Chapman University. With over three decades of experience in adult neurology and pediatrics, she contributes expertise in postural control, orthotics, and neurological rehabilitation.

• California State University, Northridge: Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy (1985)
• University of Southern California: Advanced Master of Science in Physical Therapy (1993)
• Chapman University: Transitional Doctorate of Physical Therapy (2016)

Dr. Ito specializes in teaching physical therapy examination, clinical pathology (neurology), and management of patients with upper motor neuron involvement. Her clinical background includes roles as an NDTA/Bobath PT Instructor and Neuro-IFRAH Instructor, where she delivered certification courses nationwide for healthcare professionals treating hemiplegia.