Jason K Grimes

Jason K Grimes, PT, PhD, OCS, ATC serves as an Associate Professor of Physical Therapy and Director of the Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program at Sacred Heart University's College of Health Professions. With a career spanning since 2008, he has progressed through academic ranks from Clinical Assistant Professor (2010) to Clinical Associate Professor (2017), and attained promotion with tenure to Associate Professor in 2023. His clinical expertise focuses on musculoskeletal examination and intervention in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, with special emphasis on orthopedic physical therapy and shoulder dysfunction.

• BS in Physical Therapy, Quinnipiac University
• MPT in Physical Therapy, Quinnipiac University
• DPT from Nova Southeastern University (2013-2017)
• PhD in Physical Therapy, Nova Southeastern University (2011-2017)

Dr. Grimes' research explores scapular kinematics, manual therapy applications, and shoulder function optimization. His work spans clinical practice guidelines for rotator cuff injuries, hip biomechanics assessment tools like the SOAR test, and cardiovascular responses to manual therapy techniques. Key thematic areas include:

• Orthopedic physical therapy interventions
• Shoulder pathology and rehabilitation
• Manual therapy physiological effects
• Musculoskeletal assessment validation
• Sports injury prevention strategies

Scientific recognition includes:

• American Physical Therapy Association's Mary McMillan Award (2003)
• SHU Teaching Excellence Award (2016/2017)
• SHU Tenure and Promotion (2023)

Active in clinical practice since 2007 board-certified specialist status, he combines academic leadership with practical implementation of advanced techniques including manual therapy and functional capacity evaluations.