J.C. Andersen, Ph.D., ATC, PT, SCS, FMSC, is an expert in orthopedic rehabilitation with over 33 years of clinical and teaching experience in athletic training and physical therapy. His work has been published in numerous journals, and he directs the University of Tampa’s Athletic Training program, where he continues to see patients.

Dr. Andersen is an international speaker on pain and musculoskeletal injury, and he is known for his ability to break down cutting-edge research into practical, everyday applications. He earned his doctorate in biomedical sciences from Ohio University, his master’s in physical therapy from Texas Women’s University, and his bachelor’s in athletic training from Minnesota State Mankato. He is also a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy from the ABPTS, a Registered International Sports Physical Therapist, and is Level I certified in Functional Movement Screening.