Laura Stephens

Laura Stephens is an Associate Professor at the School of Physical Therapy at Marshall University. Her clinical expertise focuses on neurologic physical therapy, with research interests spanning locomotor training applications, neuroplasticity, and long-term outcomes for disorders of consciousness.

• Specializes in neurologic rehabilitation and locomotor training
• Investigates healthcare delivery improvements for post-stroke (CVA) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients in underserved regions
• Examines the impact of substance abuse on neurologic patient populations

Her professional activities emphasize clinical scholarship and program effectiveness evaluation.