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Gregory Hicks, PT, PhD, FAPTA, FGSA, is a Distinguished Professor of Health Sciences at the University of Delaware's College of Health Sciences. He serves as Associate Vice President for Clinical & Translational Research and directs the Clinical Translational ACCEL Program. His research focuses on geriatric chronic low back pain, integrating epidemiology and rehabilitation science to enhance physical function and societal participation in aging populations.
- BSc, Biological Sciences, University of Delaware (1992)
- BA, English (Business/Technical Writing), University of Delaware (1993)
- MPT, Physical Therapy, University of Delaware (1995)
- PhD, Rehabilitation Science, University of Pittsburgh (2002)
- Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Clinical Research Branch, NIH (2004)
Hicks' research emphasizes pain management strategies, hip-spine interactions, and fall prevention in older adults. His work includes developing clinical prediction rules for stabilization exercises, studying trunk muscle composition, and pioneering movement-evoked pain assessments.
Hip-focused interventions (e.g., MASH Trial) and pain sensitivity analysis dominate his recent publications, highlighting interdisciplinary approaches combining physical therapy, behavioral health, and epidemiology. Awards include recognition from the American Physical Therapy Association and fellowships in leading geriatric and rehabilitation societies.
- Excellence in Rehabilitation of Aging Persons Award
- Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association (FAPTA)
- Fellow of the Gerontological Society of America (FGSA)
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