Jennifer Christy

Jennifer Christy is Professor and DPT Program Director at UAB, with secondary appointments in neuroscience. Research focuses on pediatric vestibular disorders, concussion management, and outcome measures for children with motor disabilities.

Developed clinical tools including Functional Gait Assessment for children. Current APTA roles include Research Director for Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy. Honors include Lucy Blair Service Award (2017).

Coordinates research on vestibular-oculomotor interactions in concussion recovery and cerebral palsy. Leads studies on dose-response relationships in pediatric rehabilitation interventions.