Matthew E. Alheim, PT
EDUCATION
9/91 - 5/95 - Quinnipiac University, Hamden, CT
Bachelor of Science and Degree in Physical Therapy with Distinction
WORK EXPERIENCE
4/97 – Present - Repsher & Associates Physical Therapy, Albany, NY
2/96 – 4/97 - Amsterdam Memorial Hospital, Amsterdam, NY
Focuses on inpatient, outpatient, sports medicine, sub-acute, acute rehabilitation and nursing home care. Emphasis on Orthopedic and Sports medicine.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
10/95 – 12/95 - Alaska Native Medical Center, Anchorage, AK
Eight week affiliation working with multi-diagnosed inpatients and orthopedic outpatients. Also observed and participated in wound care assessments and treatments. The Physical Therapy Department provided direct access of care to Native and Eskimo outpatients.
9/95 – 10/95 - HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center, Sarasota, FL
Six week affiliation focusing on neurological involved pediatrics, young adult and geriatric inpatients and outpatients. Involved in co-treatment of lower level patient with speech, psych, nursing and O.T. staff.
7/95 – 8/95 - Good Samaritan Hospital, Puyallup, WA
Eight week affiliation providing care to multi-diagnosed inpatients and orthopedic outpatients. Observed and participated in wound care assessment and treatments. Worked with inpatients and outpatients developing aquatic physical therapy treatment plans. Participated in hydrokinetic decompression therapy pertaining to LBP patients.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
MT-ST: Stabilization Training and Functional Rehabilitation
Maitland - Australian Physiotherapy Seminar, Rensselaer, NY
September 25 - September 27, 2015
Advances in Treating Spinal Instability: The Kinetic Chain Impact
Cross Country Education, Albany, NY
June 4, 2015
Hip Symposium – Clinical Medicine, Functional Science and Applications to the Hip and Trunk
Northeast Seminar, Philadelphia, PA
November 19 – November 20, 2014
How to Comply with Medicare Documentation Requirements For Outpatient Therapy Services
Albany, NY
October 17, 2013
Geriatric Rehab: A Functional Testing Approach
Summit Professional Education, Albany, NY
April 11, 2013
Advances in Joint Arthroplasty
Core Seminars, LLC, Albany, NY
October 12, 2012
McKenzie Course “E” The Human Extremities
The McKenzie Institute, Somerville, NJ
February 11 – February 12, 2012
McKenzie Course MDT Clinical Skills Update
The McKenzie Institute
April 16 – April 17, 2011
Rotator Cuff Syndrome: From Impingement to Post – Operative Rehab
Cross Country Education, Albany, NY
November 11, 2010
MT-2 Basic Spinal Course
Maitland-Australian Physiotherapy Seminars, White Plains, NY
April 30 – May 2, 2010
Recent Advances in the Evaluation and Treatment of the Knee and Shoulder by Kevin Wilk
Hyannis, MA
August 7 – August 9, 2009
Clinical Analysis of 24 Adult Foot Types: A Comprehensive Approach to Determining Orthotic Intervention
Albany, NY
April 14 – April 16, 2008
When Feet Hit The Ground...Everything Changes
Boston, MA
December 1 – December 3, 2006
Geriatric Orthopedics
Motivations, Inc., Syracuse, NY
October 14 – October 15, 2005
Lumbar Functional Stabilization Training
Education Resources, INC., Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, White Plains, NY
January 28 – January 29, 2005
Mulligan Concept – An Introductory Course on Mobilizations with Movement, “Nags”, “Snags” and More
Northeast Seminars, Syracuse, NY
November 1 – November 2, 2003
MT-1 Basic Peripheral Seminar
Maitland-Australian Physiotherapy Seminars, Ellis Hospital, Schenectady, NY
April 26 – April 28, 2003
Conservative and Operative Approach to Cervical Disc Disease
The Bone and Joint Center, Albany, NY
November 24, 2002
Arthroscopic Treatment of Athletic Shoulder Injuries
The Bone and Joint Center, Albany, NY
November 17, 2002
McKenzie Course “D”
The McKenzie Institue
April 4 – April 7, 2002
David Butler Mobilization of the Nervous System
Ellis Hospital, Schenectady, NY
June 10 – June 11, 2001
McKenzie Problem Solving: Application & Technique Workshop “C”
The McKenzie Institute
March 3 – March 5, 2001
McConnell Knee Evaluation & Taping Techniques
November 14, 2000
Functional Knee Rehabilitation
Mark Albert
October 16 – October 17, 2000
McKenzie Course “B”: Cervical & Thoracic
The McKenzie Institute, West Orange, NJ
November 5 – November 7, 1999
S1 Intro to Spinal Evaluation & Manipulation
University of St. Augustine, Albany, NY
June 9 – June 13, 1999
McKenzie Course “A”: Lumbar Spine Mechanical & Diagnosis Therapy
The McKenzie Institute, Passaic, NJ
November 5 – November 8, 1998
Functional Manual Therapy & Movement Reeducation
Braintree, MA
June 25 – June 28, 1998
Back to Golf
Palm Springs, CA
December 12 – December 14, 1997
Evaluation and Treatment of the Shoulder
Lyn Wastson, GDMT, PT, Ellis Hospital, Schenectady, NY
June 2 – June 4, 1997
Sports Medicine Conference/Basic Course in Research Techniques
University of Vermont, Burlington, VT
October 2 – October 4 1996
TBI Conference
Sarasota, FL
October 2 – October 4, 1995
LECTURES AND PRESENTATIONS
May 2015 - Presented a talk on Low Back Pain
Focus: Low Back Pain, Degenerative Disc Disease, Degenerative Joint Disease, Piriformis Syndrome, Facet Joint Pain, SI Joint Pain
Rudy A. Ciccotti Center, Albany, NY
July 2014 - Co-Presented a talk with Corey Kruse, MPT on Injury Prevention in the Golfer
Focus: Proper mechanics, Medial/Lateral Epicondylitis, Shoulder Pain, Carpel Tunnel Syndrome, DeQuervain’s Tendonitis, Hip Pain, Knee
Pain, Plantar Fasciitis
Rudy A. Ciccotti Center, Albany, NY
May 2014 - Presented a talk on Injury Prevention for Runners
Focus: Iiliotibial Band Friction Syndrome, Hip Bursitis/Tenonditis Rudy A. Ciccotti Center, Albany, NY
February 2010 - Presented a two part series on Injury Prevention for Runners
Focus: Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendonitis, Hip and Knee Overuse Conditions in conjunction with different foot types and orthotic
intervention
Fleet Feet Sports, Albany, NY
February 2009 - Presented a four part series on Injury Prevention for Runners
Focus: Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendonitis, Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome, Shin Splints
Fleet Feet Sports, Albany, NY
February 2008 - Presented a four part series on Injury Prevention for Runners
Focus: Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendonitis, Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome, Shin Splints
Fleet Feet Sports, Albany, NY
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member NYPTA and APTA
Member of Rudy A. Ciccotti Center Medical Advisory Committee