Joe Kelly

Dr. Joe Kelly is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy & Health Science at Bradley University's College of Education & Health Sciences. With board certification in orthopedic physical therapy and a PhD in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University (2017), he combines clinical expertise with academic leadership.

• Education: Ph.D. from Nova Southeastern University, MSPT from Washington University of St. Louis
• Specializations: Orthopedic Clinical Care, Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy
• Licensure: Licensed Physical Therapist (Illinois), Certified Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Specialist

His teaching spans Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs and Kinesiology/Health Science majors, focusing on ethics, motion analysis, and dry needling techniques. Research emphasizes therapeutic interventions and innovative clinical measurement tools.

Dr. Kelly serves as Director of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency (OSF Rehabilitation collaboration), chairs the department curriculum committee, and represents the College of EHS as a University senator.