Todd C. Nelson

Todd C. Nelson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the School of Allied Health Professions, Loma Linda University. Holding a PhD (2024), DPT (2014), MBA (2011), and MPT (1997), he specializes in neurological physical therapy and rehabilitation research.

• Doctor of Philosophy (2024)
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (2014)
• Master of Business Administration (2011)
• Master of Physical Therapy (1997)

His research focuses on neurological rehabilitation, particularly stroke recovery, gaze stability, and balance training for aging populations. Recent projects include biomechanical analysis of functional transfers (2023) and chair-to-chair transfers (2022), while earlier work explored motion sensitivity (2020) and Otago Exercise Program modifications (2017).

Current teaching includes courses like Neurology II, Clinical Neurology, and Function-Based Rehabilitation. Previous courses span pathokinesiology of gait, evidence-based practice, and movement science. His publications (4 peer-reviewed articles) demonstrate expertise in sensory integration, neuroplasticity, and clinical trial design.

• 2023: Identifying Normal Biomechanics of Supine Bridging (PI)
• 2022: Chair-to-Chair Transfers Analysis (PI)
• 2020: Manual/Verbal Cueing Study (Investigator)
• 2017-2018: Balance Exercise Program Evaluation (Investigator)
• 2016-2017: Humor-Laughter Biomarker Study (Investigator)
• 1996-1997: Scapular Taping for Shoulder Impingement (Investigator)