Robin Myers
Clinical Professor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Robin Myers teaches graduate courses in neuromuscular and advanced neurologic physical therapy topics. She also contributes to a research-based capstone, a comprehensive physical therapy course, and prosthetics and orthotics.
Dr. Myers earned her Bachelor of Health Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Florida and her Doctor of Physical Therapy at the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston. She became board-certified in Neurology by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) in 2000 and successfully recertified in 2010 and 2019.
Over the past 20 years, Dr. Myers has been appointed to over 15 boards, councils, and committees for the APTA and is completing a 4-year term on the American Board for Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education and a 2-year term as an APTA PA delegate for South Central Pennsylvania. She has numerous peer-reviewed presentations and publications related to neurologic physical therapy practice. Dr. Myers has practiced physical therapy for over 30 years and continues to work clinically as a neurologic specialist at the Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health Neuroscience Institute.
Select Peer-Reviewed Publications and Presentations:
Harro CC, Myers RO, Perry SB, Legters K, Barry J, McCombe-Waller S. Practice analysis study: a method for residency curriculum development. JOPTE. 2019 Dec;33(4): 315-324.
Karpa K, Pinto C, Possanza A, Dos Santos J, Snyder M, Salvadia A, Panchik D, Myers R, Fink M, Dunlap A. Stroke simulation activity: a standardized patient case for interprofessional student learning. MedEdPORTAL. 2018;14:10698. https://www.mededportal.org/publication/10698/
Niethamer L, Myers R. Manual therapy and exercise for a patient with neck-tongue syndrome: a case report. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2016 Mar;46(3):217-24. PubMed PMID: 26868897.
Hart T, Ferraro M, Myers R, Ellis CA. Opening the black box: lessons learned from an interdisciplinary inquiry into the learning-based contents of brain injury rehabilitation. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2014 Jan;95(1 Suppl):S66-73. PubMed PMID: 24370327.
Whyte J, Myers R. Incidence of clinically significant responses to zolpidem among patients with disorders of consciousness: a preliminary placebo-controlled trial. Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2009 May;88(5):410-8. PubMed PMID: 19620954.
International oral presentations:
“Effects of a Single Dose of Zolpidem on Patients with Disorders of Consciousness” Seventh World Congress on Brain Injury, International Brain Injury Association,
Myers R, Whyte J
Lisbon, Portugal, April 11, 2008.
National oral presentations:
“A Model Curriculum for Developing Neurologic Physical Therapy Fellowship and Residency Education”
Myers R, Kloos A, Henderson C, Kaldjian L, Lott D
Combined Sections Meeting, APTA Conference, San Antonio, TX, February 3, 2022
“Presentation of Complex Patient Cases: Management Discussion with Clinical Specialists”
Myers R, Lescallette M, Dias K, Housel N
APTA Conference and Exposition, Salt Lake City, UT, June 29, 2013
“Current Concepts in the Assessment and Treatment of Neglect”
Pierce S, Myers R
Combined Sections Meeting, APTA Conference, San Diego, CA, January 24, 2013
“Management of Post-Traumatic Agitation Due to Brain Injury”
Myers R
APTA’s Annual National Student Conclave, Valley Forge, PA, October 27, 2007
“Practice Forum: Neurologic Residency Models”
Myers R, Matthews D
Combined Sections Meeting, APTA Conference, Boston, MA, February 10, 2007
“Practice Forum: Current Legislative Affairs”
Studer M, Myers R
Combined Sections Meeting, APTA Conference, Nashville, TN, February 7, 2004
“The Roles of the Basal Ganglia, Cerebellum, and Frontal Cortex in Learning and Memory. What are the Relationships Between Brain Function, Behavior and Therapeutic Choices?”
Boyd L, Studer M, McCulloch K, Myers R
Combined Sections Meeting, APTA Conference, Tampa, FL, February 13, 2003
“Practice Issues Forum: Reimbursement Update: PPS for Inpatient Rehabilitation”
Studer M, Myers R
Combined Sections Meeting, APTA Conference, Boston, MA, February 24, 2002
National poster/platform presentations:
Myers R, Caribardi C, Lunemann A, Marlow K
“A Survey of Physical Therapy Faculty on Their Experiences with Gender Discrimination and Sexual Harassment”
Accepted poster presentation, APTA CSM, Boston, MA
February 16, 2024
Myers R, Orlando L, Brown M, Brown S, Takacsi-Nagy F, Pizzo E, Fink M
“A Randomized Trial Assessing the Efficacy of a Near-Peer Mentoring Program for Physical Therapy Students”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, San Diego, CA
February 23, 2023
Myers R, Gorman R
“Physical Therapy Interventions for Patients with Disorders of Consciousness: A Scoping Review”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, San Antonio, TX
February 3, 2022
Myers R, Epler M, Walko M, Dacko S, Ulrich E
“Reliability of Video-Based Observation of Head Impacts Compared to a Standardized Instrument in Male Collegiate Lacrosse Players”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, San Antonio, TX
February 15-18, 2017
Myers R, Epler M, Walko M, Dacko S, Ulrich E, Murphy J
“Reliability of Video-Based Observation of Head Impacts Compared to a Standardized Instrument in Male Collegiate Lacrosse Players”
Poster presentation, 2016 NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo, Baltimore, MD
June 22-25, 2016
Niethamer L, Myers R
“Manual Therapy and Therapeutic Exercise for Postural Stabilization in a Patient with Uncomplicated Neck-Tongue Syndrome: A Case Report”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, Indianapolis, IN
February 4-7, 2014
Gazsi C, Myers R
“Evaluation of a Community-Based Brain Injury Education Program and Free Bicycle Helmet Distribution for Adults and Children in a Rural Community”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, Las Vegas, NV
February 3-6, 2014
Myers R, Krych L, McGrath C
“Management of Post Traumatic Agitation due to Brain Injury: A Case Report”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, Las Vegas, NV
February 3-6, 2014
Myers R
“Concussion or mTBI”
Accepted platform presentation, AMSUS 118th Annual Continuing Education Meeting, Phoenix, AZ
November 14, 2012
Kerman B, Parker J, Myers R
“Comparison of Multiple Mattress Overlays and Body Positions on Interface Pressure in an Individual with Paraplegia”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, New Orleans, LA
February 9-12, 2011
Myers R, Tassini C
“Development of a Contracture Management Algorithm for Use with the Neurologic Population”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, San Diego, CA
February 17-20, 2010
Wellmon R, Myers R, Degano A, Volk K
“Use of the GaitRite Gait Mat® to Describe Gait Adaptability in Patients Post-stroke
During Curb Approach and Ascent”
Platform presentation, APTA CSM, San Diego, CA
February 17-20, 2010
Vaughn J, Myers R
“Acute Flaccid Paralysis Associated with West Nile Virus: Therapeutic Exercise Considerations”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, San Diego, CA
February 17-20, 2010
Mulderig M, Brodovsky J, Myers R
“Multifactorial Causes of Dizziness in a Young Female with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, San Diego, CA
February 17-20, 2010
Boyd K, Myers R, Lucas M
“The Effects of Body Weight Supported Treadmill Training on Gait, Balance, and Endurance in a Patient with Chronic Stroke”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, Nashville, TN
February 6-9, 2008
Trout SZ, Myers R, Watanabe T
“Delayed-Onset of Movement Disorder in an Individual with Anoxic Encephalopathy Due to Cardiac Arrest: A Case Report”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, Nashville, TN
February 6-9, 2008
Stephens KE, Myers R
“Pulmonary Management of a Patient with Complete Cervical Spinal Cord Injury”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, Nashville, TN
February 4-8, 2004
Birdi J, Myers R, Stern C, Martin R, Whyte J
“Single Subject Experimental Design to Establish an Effective Communication System with a Patient in the Minimally Conscious State”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, Nashville, TN
February 4-8, 2004
Parker J, Myers R
“Aquatic Intervention for a Patient with Glioblastoma Multiforme and Lower Extremity Deep Vein Thrombosis”
Poster presentation, APTA CSM, Boston, MA
February 21-24, 2002
Regional poster/platform/oral presentations:
Myers R, Bentz N, Johnson D, Latshaw A
“Application of the Precede-Proceed Model in the Development of a Physical Activity Program for Individuals with Neurologic Disorders”
Oral presentation at the 3rd Annual Practice & Research Committee Spring Webinar Series, APTA-Pennsylvania Practice & Research Committee, Spring 2023
Myers R, Walko M, Epler M, Dacko S, Ulrich E
“Reliability of Video-Based Observation of Head Impacts Compared to a Standardized Instrument in Male Collegiate Lacrosse Players”
Poster presentation, Concussion and Brain Injury Management, Penn State Hershey College of Medicine, Harrisburg, PA, April 1-2, 2016 (Awarded “Best Poster” at the conference)
Niethamer L, Myers R
“Manual Therapy and Therapeutic Exercise for Postural Stabilization in a Patient with Uncomplicated Neck-Tongue Syndrome: A Case Report”
Poster presentation, Annual Meeting, Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association (PPTA), Lancaster, PA
November 1, 2014
Gazsi C, Myers R
“Evaluation of a Community-Based Education Program and Free Bicycle Helmet Distribution Promoting Bicycle Helmet Use in Adults and Children in a Rural Community”
Poster presentation, Annual Meeting, PPTA, Lancaster, PA
October 27, 2012
Myers R, Krych L, McGrath C
“Management of Post Traumatic Agitation due to Brain Injury: A Case Report”
Poster presentation, Annual Meeting, PPTA, Lancaster, PA
October 27, 2012
Vandyke AC, Parker J, Myers R
“Pulmonary Management of a Patient with Complete Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury and Coexisting Internal Injuries”
Platform presentation, Annual Meeting, PPTA, Seven Springs, PA October 21-23, 2005
Volk KA, Fitzpatrick-DeSalme E, Myers R
“Procedural Learning of Functional Mobility Tasks in the Presence of Severe Memory Deficits from Intraventricular Hemorrhage”
Platform presentation, Annual Meeting, PPTA, Seven Springs, PA
October 21-23, 2005
Gupta K, Myers R, Keenan MA, Laborde A
“Heterotopic Ossification Presentation in Multiple Sclerosis: A Case Report”
Poster presentation, Temple University Hospital
2000
Other Scholarly Works:
Compendiums:
Kloos A, Henderson C, Myers R, Kaldjian L, Hand R. Neurologic Physical Therapy Fellowship Curriculum Model. ANPT, APTA. 2021. Available at the ANPT website: Neurologic Physical Therapy Fellowship Curriculum Model
Kloos A, Zablotney C, Myers R, Perry S. Compendium of Instructional Resources for Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency Programs. Neurology Section, APTA, 2015. Available at the ANPT website: Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency Compendium of Curriculum and Instructional Resources
Kloos A, Zablotney C, Myers R, Morris L. Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency Curriculum. Neurology Section, APTA. 2013. Available at the ANPT website: Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency Compendium of Curriculum and Instructional Resources
Practice Analyses:
Neurologic Physical Therapy Description of Specialty Practice. Neurology Specialty Council, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties; 2016.
Book Chapters:
Albany K, Myers R, Hunt D. Physical and occupational therapy considerations in adult patients receiving botulinum toxin injections for muscle overactivity. In: Brashear A, Mayer N. (eds.), Spasticity and Other Forms of Muscle Overactivity in the Motor Neuron Syndrome. We Move. 2008; p. 219-230.
Invited Professional Presentations:
National:
Studer M, Myers R
“Stroke: Making Every Neuron Count”
Fox Continuing Education, Cherry Hill, NJ, April 13, 2013
Myers R, Brixius L
“Fast Track to Clinical Specialty: Enhancing Your Post-Professional Education”
2008 New York Downstate Student Conclave, Columbia University, September 2008
“Clinical Education Models: Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency”
Myers R
National Clinical Education Conference, Philadelphia, PA, April 6, 2003
“Clinical Residencies”
Myers R
Roundtable presentation, APTA CSM, 2002-2004
Regional:
“Current Concepts in the Assessment and Treatment of Spatial Neglect”
Myers R
Lancaster General Health, Stroke Rounds, Lancaster, PA, September 17, 2014
“Current Concepts in the Assessment and Treatment of Spatial Neglect and Upper Extremity Management”
Myers R
Penn State Hershey, Hershey, PA, May 21, 2014
“Development of a Contracture Management Algorithm for Use with the Neurologic Population”
Myers R, Tassini C
Research in Progress, Moss Rehab at Elkins Park, September 19, 2012
“Current Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation”
Myers R
Hershey Medical Center, August 16, 2012
“Rehabilitation of Special Populations in Trauma”
Oriel K, Myers R
16th Penn State Hershey Trauma Symposium, Penn State Hershey College of Medicine, Hershey, PA, May 15, 2012
“Disorders of Consciousness: Current Status and Future Potential”
Myers R
2010 Effective Practice in Neurorehabilitation Conference, Pennsylvania Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, Harrisburg, PA, May 19, 2010
“Clinical Evaluation and Outcome Measures: Treatment Interventions for the Sequelae of the Upper Motor Neuron Syndrome”
Myers R
Continuing education course sponsored by Moss Rehab and Allergan, Philadelphia, PA, May 2ndand 3rd, 2008
- PHT 736 Neuromuscular PT I
- PHT 740 Prosthetics
- PHT 741 Orthotics
- PHT 830 Neuromuscular PT II
- PHT 835 Advanced Neurologic Elective
- PHT 840 Comprehensive PT Review
- PHT 850 Evidence-Based Critical Inquiry
- IDS 290: Exploring the Culture and Social Welfare of Vietnam