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Singh, Upender
FACULTY
More about Upender Singh
Publications & Presentations
- Singh U, Zhu, L, Liao, J, Larson, C. Exploring the Reliability and Validity of a Smart Phone for Assessing Lumbo-Pelvic Postural Control in Healthy Individuals and Exploring Its Use as a Tool to Assess Lumbo-Pelvic Postural Control in Individuals With and Without a History of Recurrent Back Pain. Technical Presentation (accepted & scheduled) at: ASME 2026 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; November 9-1, 2026.
- Mohan, M., Singh, U., & Qudus, N. (2007). Effect of carrying backpacks on cervical and shoulder posture of Indian children. Indian Journal of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, 1(2), 6-12.
Credentials, Certifications & Awards
- Recertified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) as a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, 2017-2027
- ABPTS Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, 2007-2017
- The Bernard F. and Melissa Anne Bailey Family Fund Health Care Scholarship, 2022 & 2023
- Top Performer Award MyMichigan Health, 2017
Education
- PhD (candidate) in Physical Therapy, University of Michigan-Flint
- DPT-transitional, Wayne State University, 2017
- Master of Physiotherapy (Orthopedic Physical Therapy), Jamia Hamdard, 2003
- Bachelor of Physical Therapy, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, 2001
Research Interests
- Digital technology in rehabilitation, wellness, and injury prevention
Current Licenses/Certifications Held
- ABPTS Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
- Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist
- Certified in Functional Capacity Evaluation
- Basic and Advanced Credentialed Clinical Instructor (APTA)
Courses Taught
- PTH 765: Physical Therapy Seminars III
- PTH 646: Musculoskeletal Interventions
