Gregory T Thielman

Gregory T. Thielman is a tenured Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of the Sciences, with a secondary appointment in Neuroscience. He serves as Director of the Patricia Leahy Movement Science Lab and focuses on motor learning and recovery post-stroke. Dr. Thielman has over 30 years of clinical experience, including home care and sub-acute rehabilitation. His research integrates neuroimaging and clinical trials to advance stroke rehabilitation strategies.

• Education: BS and MSPT from Springfield College; EdD in Movement Sciences (Motor Learning) from Teachers College, Columbia University.

Research interests include kinematic analysis of post-stroke motor deficits, telehealth applications for neurological patients, and optimizing therapeutic interventions. His work combines clinical practice with advanced imaging techniques to understand stroke recovery mechanisms.

Key articles explore robotic therapy vs. task-specific training for upper limb recovery, brain age correlations with stroke outcomes, and telehealth strategies in neurologic physical therapy. He leads international collaborations through the ENIGMA Stroke Recovery Working Group.

Grants include funding for telehealth initiatives, functional circuit training studies, and cognitive retraining programs in stroke patients. Dr. Thielman also mentors undergraduate researchers via summer programs and collaborates with institutions like Magee Rehabilitation Hospital.

His clinical practice spans geriatric and neurological rehabilitation, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to enhance functional mobility and cognitive-motor integration.