Dustin Hardwick

Dustin Hardwick, PT, DPT, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW), where he joined the faculty in 2022. His academic roles include teaching Foundational Sciences I and II, and active participation in several institutional committees such as the Admissions Committee, Instructional Technology Committee, and Academic Year 1 Committee.

Dr. Hardwick's research and teaching are centered on biomechanics, kinesiology, motor control, motor learning, and evidence-based practice in physical therapy. His work emphasizes patient-centered outcomes, ethical practice, and rehabilitation strategies for conditions like low back pain and developmental disorders. He has contributed to both clinical and educational research, particularly in motor learning and professional ethics during the pandemic.

The recent publications reflect a strong trend in rehabilitation science, with a focus on outcome measurement (e.g., Goal Attainment Scaling), motor function in special populations, and ethical challenges in physical therapy. His work bridges clinical practice, education, and research, particularly in orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation.

• American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) member
• Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA) member
• Reviewer for several journals
• APTA Clinical Practice Guidelines reviewer
• UIW Community Clinic volunteer
• San Antonio Food Bank Scholarship participant

Dr. Hardwick advises no named students in the provided text but contributes significantly to curriculum development and peer mentoring through near-peer teaching initiatives. He has not received any explicitly mentioned grants, but his active publication record suggests involvement in funded or institutional research projects. He is also engaged in service through community outreach and professional review activities.

He is involved in academic and clinical service, including journal reviewing and guideline development, and contributes to community initiatives such as the UIW Community Clinic and San Antonio Food Bank. His work supports both the scholarly and ethical advancement of physical therapy practice.