Additional Scholarship & Teaching

Peer Reviewed Publications

Flowers DW, Swanson BT, Shaffer SM, Clewley DJ, Riley SP. Is there 'trustworthy' evidence for using manual therapy to treat patients with shoulder dysfunction?: A systematic review. PLoS One. 2024 ;19(1):e0297234.

Riley SP, Swanson BT, Shaffer SM, Flowers DW, Hofbauer M, Liebano R. Does Manual Therapy Meaningfully Change Quantitative Sensory Testing and Patient Reported Outcome Measures in Patients with Musculoskeletal Impairments Related to the Spine?: A ‘Trustworthy’ Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Man Manip Ther. 2023:1-16.

Riley SP, Swanson BT, Shaffer SM, Flowers DW, Cook CE, Brismée JM. Why do 'Trustworthy' Living Systematic Reviews Matter? J Man Manip Ther. 2023;31(4):215-219.

Riley SP, Shaffer SM, Flowers DW, Hofbauer MA, Swanson BT. Manual therapy for non-radicular cervical spine related impairments: establishing a 'Trustworthy' living systematic review and meta-analysis. J Man Manip Ther. 2023;31(4):231-245.

Riley SP, Swanson BT, Shaffer SM, Cook CE. Protocol for the Development of a ‘Trustworthy’ Living Systematic Review and Meta Analyses of Manual Therapy Interventions to Treat Neuromusculoskeletal Impairments. J Man J Man Manip Ther. 2023;31(4):220-230.

Emerson AJ, Courtney CA, Alcon C, Shaffer SM. The Current State of Pain Curricula in CAPTE Accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy Programs: A 2021 Report. Pain Med. 2023;24(4):461-465.

Riley SP, Swanson BT, Shaffer SM, Sawyer SF, Somma M, Flowers DW, Sawyer SF. Is the quality of systematic reviews influenced by prospective registration: A methods review of systematic musculoskeletal physical therapy reviews. J Man Manip Ther. 2023;31(3);184-197.

Shaffer SM, Naze GS. Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders. Part 2: An Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Examination Update. J Man Manip Ther. 2023;31(3):143-152.

Shaffer SM, Naze GS. Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders. Part 1: An Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Examination Update. J Man Manip Ther. 2023;31(3):133-142.

LeBeau RT, Shaffer SM, Earnshaw D. High-dose cervical mobilization to improve central sensitization for a patient with post-fusion neck pain. Physiother Theory Pract. 2023;39(2):453-460.

Riley SP, Swanson BT, Shaffer SM, Sawyer SF, Cleland JA. Do prospective intent and established metrics correlate with journal impact factor in musculoskeletal physical therapy trials?: A secondary analysis of a methodological review. J Man Manip Ther. 2022;30(5):292-299.

Riley SP, Swanson BT, Shaffer SM, Sawyer SF, Cleland JA. The unknown prevalence of post-randomization bias in 15 physiotherapy/physical therapy journals is a problem: A methods review. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2021;51(11):542-550.

Shaffer SM, Emerson AJ, Burr M, Einhorn L, Naze GS. Quality of Life in Painful Temporomandibular Disorders Onset: A Systematic Review of Outcome Measure Clinimetrics and Predictive Properties. Phys Ther Rev. 2021;26(4):284-298.

Burr M, Naze GS, Shaffer SM, Emerson AJ. The role of sleep dysfunction in temporomandibular onset and progression: a systematic review and meta-analyses. J Oral Rehabil. 2021;48(2):183-194.

Froment FP, Olson KA, Hooper TL, Shaffer SM, Sizer PS, Woodhouse LJ, Brismée JM. Large variability found in musculoskeletal physiotherapy scope of practice throughout WCPT and IFOMPT affiliated countries: An international survey. Musculoskelet Sci Pract. 2019;42:104-119.

Shaffer SM, Stuhr SH, Sizer PS, Courtney CA, Brismée JM. The status of temporomandibular and cervical spine education in post-professional physical therapy training programs recognized by Member Organizations of IFOMPT: an investigation of didactic and clinical education. J Man Manip Ther. 2018;26(2):102-108.

Shaffer SM, Brismée JM, Courtney CA, Sizer PS. The status of temporomandibular and cervical spine education in credentialed orthopedic manual physical therapy fellowship programs: a comparison of didactic and clinical education exposure. J Man Manip Ther. 2015;23(1):51-56.

Shaffer SM. Sociology: sexual violence rife on US campuses. Nature. 2014;506(7487):159.

Shaffer SM, Brismée JM, Sizer PS, Courtney CA. Temporomandibular disorders. Part 2: conservative management. J Man Manip Ther. 2014;22(1):13-23.

Shaffer SM, Brismée JM, Sizer PS, Courtney CA. Temporomandibular disorders. Part 1: anatomy and examination/diagnosis. J Man Manip Ther. 2014;22(1):2-12.

University Course Instruction

University of Hartford Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program. Advanced Clinical Practice for TMD. Course Instructor. Fall 2023.

University of Hartford Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program. Advanced Clinical Practice for TMD. Course Instructor. Fall 2022.

University of Hartford Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program. Advanced Clinical Practice for TMD. Course Instructor. Fall 2021.

High Point University. Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders, Non-radicular Neck Pain, and Related Headaches. Course Instructor. Spring 2019.

High Point University. Community Outreach III. Clinical Instructor. Spring 2019.

High Point University. Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders, Non-radicular Neck Pain, and Related Headaches. Course Instructor. Fall 2018.

High Point University. Interventions III. Laboratory Assistant. Fall 2018.

High Point University. Community Outreach II. Clinical Instructor. Fall 2018.

High Point University. Interventions II. Laboratory Assistant. Summer 2018.

University of Illinois at Chicago. Musculoskeletal Dysfunction II. Laboratory Assistant. Spring 2009.

University of Illinois at Chicago. Musculoskeletal Dysfunction I. Laboratory Assistant. Fall 2008.

Dissertation Committee Membership

Froment FP. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Doctor of Science (ScD) in Physical Therapy Program. Large Variability Found in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Scope of Practice Throughout WCPT Countries: An Exploratory Survey. A Research Clinical Dissertation in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy. Committee Chair: Jean-Michel Brismée. Committee Members/Advisors: Kenneth A. Olson, Troy L. Hooper, Phillip S. Sizer, Stephen M. Shaffer. December 2018.

LeBeau R. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Doctor of Science (ScD) in Physical Therapy Program. Management of Mechanical and Movement Dysfunctions for Nonarthritic Hip Pain. A Clinical Dissertation in Advanced Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. Committee Chair: Jean-Michel Brismée. Committee Members: Brad Allen, Stephen M. Shaffer, Phillip S. Sizer. February 2018.

Online Continuing Education Courses

Shaffer SM. T4 Syndrome – Identifying, Explaining, and Managing a Common but Peculiar Diagnosis. Key Clinical Skills. Online Course. Went Live December 2021.

Shaffer SM. Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular (TM) Disorders. Key Clinical Skills. Online Course. Went Live October 2021.

Shaffer SM. Evaluation and Management of Non-Radicular Neck Pain: A Simplified Musculoskeletal Clinical Approach. Embodia Academy. Went live June 2020.

Shaffer SM. Ask Me Anything: Migraines, the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ), Referred & Radicular Pain, and T4 Syndrome with Dr. Stephen M. Shaffer. Embodia Academy. May 4, 2020.

Shaffer SM. Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular (TM) Disorders: A Simplified Clinical Approach. Embodia Academy. Went live April 2020.

Shaffer SM. Physiotherapy Considerations for the Examination and Management of Headaches: A Musculoskeletal Perspective. Embodia Academy. Went live April 2020.

Shaffer SM. The Biopsychosocial Model & Manual Therapy: Conflict or Collaboration? Embodia Academy. Went live March 2020.

Shaffer SM. An Introduction to Why Physiotherapy Can Be Used as a First Step Intervention for Migraine Headaches. Embodia Academy. Went live February 2020.

Shaffer SM. Referred and Radicular Pain Patterns in Orthopaedic Physiotherapy. Embodia Academy. Went live February 2020.

Shaffer SM. T4 Syndrome - Identifying, Explaining, and Managing a Common but Peculiar Diagnosis. Embodia Academy. Went live February 2020.

Shaffer SM. Temporomandibular disorders - Treatment. Clinical Edge. Went live September 2016.

Shaffer SM. Temporomandibular Disorders - Anatomy, Assessment, & Diagnosis. Clinical Edge. Went live September 2016.

In Person Continuing Education Courses

Shaffer SM. Summit Professional Education. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Effective Strategies to Reduce Pain Using Manual Therapy and Self-Care. Cincinnati, OH. February 25, 2018.

Shaffer SM. Evaluation and Management of Recurrent Temporomandibular Disorders. Hosted by: University of Illinois at Chicago Department of Physical Therapy, Chicago, IL. October 27-28, 2012.

Book Contributions

Guzski B, Reynolds T (editors). Movers & Mentors: Leaders in Movement Science Share Tips, Tactics, and Stories. Independently Published. Release Date October 2021.

National Conference Breakout Sessions

Emerson A, Naze G, Shaffer SM, Franck C. Headache and temporomandibular pain: Translating multidimensional health screening to leverage outcomes in OMPT. Part 2. AAOMPT Annual Conference, Reno, Nevada. November 2018.

Emerson A, Naze G, Shaffer SM, Franck C. Headache and temporomandibular pain: Translating multidimensional health screening to leverage outcomes in OMPT. Part 1. AAOMPT Annual Conference, Reno, Nevada. November 2018.

Shaffer SM, Brismée JM. Temporomandibular disorders: An Introduction to Examination and Management. AAOMPT Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX. October 2014.

State Conference Breakout Sessions

Naze G, Shaffer SM. Differential Diagnosis and Management of Headache and Temporomandibular Disorders. APTA Wisconsin. April 16, 2021.

Shaffer SM. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Part 1 - An Introduction To Pathoanatomy, Kinematics, and Region Specific Pain Science. American Physical Therapy Association of Massachusetts Annual Conference. November 5, 2016.

Shaffer SM. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Part 2 - Conservative, Musculoskeletal Examination, Diagnosis, and Management Techniques. American Physical Therapy Association of Massachusetts Annual Conference. November 5, 2016.

Shaffer SM. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Part 1 - An Introduction To Pathoanatomy, Kinematics, and Region Specific Pain Science. Oregon Physical TherapyAssociation Annual Conference. March 12, 2016.

Shaffer SM. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Part 2 - Conservative, Musculoskeletal Examination, Diagnosis, and Management Techniques. Oregon Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference. March 12, 2016.

National & International Conference Poster & Platform Presentations

Riley SP, Shaffer SM, Flowers DW, Hofbauer MA, Swanson BT*. Manual therapy for non-radicular cervical spine related impairments: establishing a 'Trustworthy' living systematic review and meta-analysis. 5x5 Research Platform Presentation. AAOMPT Annual Conference. St. Louis, MO. October 2023.

Riley SP, Swanson BT*, Shaffer SM, Flowers DW, Hofbauer M, Liebano R, Does Manual Therapy Meaningfully Change Quantitative Sensory Testing and Patient Reported Outcome Measures in Patients with Musculoskeletal Impairments Related to the Spine?: A ‘Trustworthy’ Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. 5x5 Research Platform Presentation. AAOMPT Annual Conference. St. Louis, MO. October 2023. (1st place award winner)

Riley S*, Swanson B, Shaffer S, Somma M, Flowers D, Sawyer S. Is the Quality of Systematic Reviews Influenced By Prospective Registration: A Methods Systematic Review. APTA Combined Sections Meeting. San Diego, CA. February 2023.

Riley SP*, Swanson BT, Shaffer SM, Sawyer SF, Somma M, Flowers DW, Sawyer SF. Is the quality of systematic reviews influenced by prospective registration. 5x5 Research Platform Presentation. AAOMPT Annual Conference. San Diego, CA. October 2022.

Prodoehl J*, Kahnert EK, Shaffer SM, Berardi G, Duncombe A, Sault J, Nicklies E, Moreno Hay I, Nixdorf DR, McDonough CM. Development of a Clinical Practice Guideline for Physical Therapists - Temporomandibular Disorders: Diagnosis and Management. Society of Oral Physiology Store Kro Club (Athens). May 2022.

Emerson A*, Alcon C, Courtney C, Dinkla L, Heafy A, Ragan E, Cooper K, Shaffer SM. The Current State of Pain Education in CAPTE Accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy Programs. APTA Combined Sections Meeting. San Antonio, TX. February 2022.

Riley SP*, Swanson BT, Shaffer SM, Sawyer SF, Cleland JA. The Unknown Prevalence of Post-Randomization Bias in 15 Physiotherapy/Physical Therapy Journals is a Problem. 5x5 Research Platform Presentation. AAOMPT Annual Conference. Cleveland, OH. October 2021. (Top 6 5x5 Research Platform Presentations)

Steiner M, Shaffer SM. Thoracic Spine and Rib Cage Joint Mobilizations as a Treatment for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): A Case Report. Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA) Conference, Ottawa, ON Canada. May 2020 (Cancelled secondary to the COVID-19 pandemic).

Emerson A, Burr M, Lubrano B, Zukowski L, Tennant J, Compton T, Shaffer SM, Naze G. Hunger Is Not a Game: Food Scarcity Predicts Pain Severity in a Clinical Population. APTA Combined Sections Meeting. Denver, CO. February 2020. (Social Responsibility Award Winner)

Froment FP, Olson KA*, Hooper TL, Shaffer SM, Sizer PS, Woodhouse LJ, Brismée JM. Musculoskeletal Advanced Physiotherapy Scope of Practice: An International Exploratory Survey Throughout WCPT and IFOMPT Member Organizations. AAOMPT Conference, Platform Presentation, Orlando, FL. October 2019.

Steiner M, Shaffer SM. Thoracic Spine and Rib Cage Joint Mobilizations as a Treatment for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): A Case Report. AAOMPT Conference, Orlando, FL. October 2019.

Olver L, Shaffer SM. A Case Report: Should Thoracic Thrust and Non-Thrust Manipulation Be Considered During Rehabilitation of a Routine Ankle Sprain? AAOMPT Conference, Salt Lake City, UT. October 2017.

Olver L, Shaffer SM. Central Sensitivity as Referred Chest Pain: A Case Report. AAOMPT Conference, St. Louis, MO. October 2016.

Pisano JS, Shaffer SM, Duncombe A. Differential Diagnosis and Management in a Patient with the Chief Complaint of Dysphagia: A Case Report. Annual AAOMPT Conference, San Antonio, TX. October 2014.

Sullivan NN, Shaffer, SM. The Effects of Thoracic Non-thrust Manipulation on Knee Pain in a Patient With Multiple Medical Complications: A Case Report. Annual AAOMPT Conference, Cincinnati, OH. October 2013. (1st Place in the Poster Competition)

Shaffer SM, DiLiberto FE. Vertebrobasilar Artery Insufficiency Screening: A Three-Case Series (online abstract - p.100). 15th Annual AAOMPT Conference, Washington, DC. October 2009.

International Conference Poster Presentations

Froment FP, Olson KA*, Hooper TL, Shaffer SM, Sizer PS, Woodhouse LJ, Brismée JM. “Forte Disparité des Droits à l’Accès Direct des Pays Membres de la WCPT: Une Enquête Internationale.” Montpellier, France. 02/16/2019.

Shaffer SM, Hodgerson JL. Thoracic Referral of Knee Pain: A Two-Case Series. International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT) Conference (Quadrennial). Québec City, Canada. October 2012.

Guest Lectures

Shaffer SM. Contextualizing the Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular (TM) Disorders from an Expert Physical Therapist Perspective. Northwestern University. Chicago, IL. January 4, 2024.

Shaffer SM. The Autonomic Nervous System & Orthopaedic Manual Therapy. High Point University. High Point, NC. June 8, 2023.

Shaffer SM. Contextualizing the Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular (TM) Disorders from an Expert Physical Therapist Perspective. Northwestern University. Chicago, IL. February 9, 2023.

Shaffer SM. The Autonomic Nervous System & Orthopaedic Manual Therapy. High Point University. High Point, NC. June 12, 2022.

Shaffer SM. An Introduction to the Autonomic Nervous System as it Relates to Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. APTA-Alaska. January 18, 2022.

Shaffer SM. Contextualizing the Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular (TM) Disorders from an Expert Physical Therapist Perspective. Northwestern University. Chicago, IL. January 6, 2022.

Shaffer SM. The Autonomic Nervous System & Orthopaedic Manual Therapy. High Point University. High Point, NC. July 29, 2021.

Shaffer SM. Contextualizing the Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular (TM) Disorders from an Expert Physical Therapist Perspective. Northwestern University. Chicago, IL. January 21, 2021.

Froment FP*, Olson KA, Hooper TL, Shaffer SM, Sizer PS, Woodhouse LJ, Brismée JM. Endowed Lecture Series Meeting at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. “Direct Access Advantage for Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Scope of Practice Throughout WCPT and IFOMPT Affiliated Countries.” Lubbock, TX. October 3, 2019

Shaffer SM. Physical therapy as a first step intervention for migraine headaches. High Point University. High Point, NC. April 17, 2019.

Shaffer SM. A Patient with Medically Complex Neck Pain Referred to Outpatient Physical Therapy. High Point University. High Point, NC. April 9, 2019.

Shaffer SM. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD). High Point University, High Point, NC. September 2018.

Shaffer SM. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Effective Strategies to Reduce Pain Using Manual Therapy and Self-Care. Part 1 - An Introduction To Pathoanatomy, Kinematics, and Region Specific Pain Science & Part 2 - Conservative, Musculoskeletal Examination, Diagnosis, and Management Techniques. University of New England Physical Therapy Department, Portland, ME. April, 2018.

Shaffer SM. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Effective Strategies to Reduce Pain Using Manual Therapy and Self-Care. Part 1 - An Introduction To Pathoanatomy, Kinematics, and Region Specific Pain Science (Video Lecture) & Part 2 - Conservative, Musculoskeletal Examination, Diagnosis, and Management Techniques (On Campus Lecture). University of New England Physical Therapy Department, Portland, ME. April 6, 2017.

Shaffer SM. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Part 1 - An Introduction To Pathoanatomy, Kinematics, and Region Specific Pain Science & Part 2 - Conservative, Musculoskeletal Examination, Diagnosis, and Management Techniques. Methodist University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, Fayetteville, NC. October 7, 2016.

Shaffer SM. Shin Pain: What is it and how do we get rid of it? A presentation to the Kodiak High School Dance Team. Kodiak, AK. January 2016.

Shaffer SM. T4 Syndrome: What is it and how do we identify and manage it clinically? Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Brown-bag Lecture Series. Kodiak, AK. November 12, 2015.

Shaffer SM. An Introduction to the Conservative Musculoskeletal Evaluation & Management of Temporomandibular Disorders. Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Brown-bag Lecture Series. Kodiak, AK. February 17, 2015.

Shaffer SM. An Introduction to the Conservative Musculoskeletal Evaluation & Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Considerations for Dentists. Kodiak Island Dental Conference. Kodiak, AK. February 11, 2015.

Shaffer SM, Olver L. Cervical & Thoracic Spine HVLAT: Decision Making and Application. Presented in PT 583 – Advanced Manipulation and Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy II, University of Illinois at Chicago Department of Physical Therapy, Chicago, IL. March 5, 2013.

Shaffer SM. Specialization in Contemporary American Physical Therapy: Professional Development as a Clinician. Presented to Graduating DPT Students. Governors State University, University Park, IL. April 25, 2012.

Shaffer SM. Cervical Spine HVLAT Techniques. Guest Lecture. Presented in PT 583 – Advanced Manipulation and Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy II, University of Illinois at Chicago Department of Physical Therapy, Chicago, IL. January 25, 2011.

Shaffer, SM. The AC Joint. Guest Lecture. Presented in Musculoskeletal Dysfunction I, University of Illinois at Chicago Department of Physical Therapy, Chicago, IL. October 6, 2008.

Podcast Interviews (Interviewee)

Interview by David Pope for the PhysioEdge Podcast. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders. Episode 50. September 20, 2016.

Interview by Sasha Sibree for the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy Podcast. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders. February 2014.

Podcast Interviews (Interviewer)

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 119. Dr. Neil Langridge is interviewed by Stephen M Shaffer about his recent article, “Portfolios in practice: Developing advancing practice within a musculoskeletal competency-based model”, which was published in Musculoskeletal Science and Practice in February 2023.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 117. Dr. Addison Lerner-Lentz is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer about her recent paper titled, Pragmatic application of manipulation versus mobilization to the upper segments of the cervical spine plus exercise for treatment of cervicogenic headache: a randomized clinical trial.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 111. Chad Cook is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding his recent 2022 AAOMPT Conference keynote address titled, “The Junk Drawer,” where he spoke about the dangers of meta-analyzing heterogenous information that does not reflect clinical practice. This episode contains information that will be interesting for practitioners who want to improve both their ability to critically appraise manual therapy literature, as well as understand the important distinction between placebo, placebo effect, and sham treatment.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 110. Dr. Adriaan Louw is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation he gave at the 2022 AAOMPT Conference titled, "The Frozen Shoulder has a Brain". This episode contains information that will be interesting for practitioners who want to learn more about the clinical presentation of frozen shoulder, taking into consideration central sensitization and the neuroplastic changes in the brain. The interview dives into the contribution of these central processes to pain and limited range of motion in the shoulder, as well as offers treatment suggestions to target the brain in order to improve patient outcomes.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 107. Dr. Kelli Wilson of Integrity Rehab and Alcove Education and Dr. Nick Rainey of Rainey Pain & Performance and Sierra Vista Headache and TMJ Specialists are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation they gave both at the 2021 AAOMPT Conference and the 2022 APTA Combined Sections Meeting titled, “Hidden Contributors to Orthopedic Lumbopelvic Pain: Pelvic Health Examination for All PTs.” Of note, this is also their introduction to the AAOMPT Podcast feed as future co-hosts representing the AAOMPT Pelvic Health SIG. This episode contains information that will be interesting for practitioners who want to explore the interaction of general orthopaedic clinical practice and pelvic health.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 105. Giacomo Asquini of the Italian Stomatologic Institute at the Dental Hospital in Milan, Italy, and Birmingham University (England) is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation titled, “Effectiveness of manual therapy applied to craniomandibular structures in temporomandibular disorders: A systematic review.” This episode contains information that will be interesting for practitioners who want to learn about the relative depth and breadth of the available evidence as it pertains to orthopaedic manual therapy and the temporomandibular joint.

AAOMPT Podcast. PODCAST EXTRA. Dr. Megan Donaldson, the current AAOMPT Conference Chairperson, is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming 2022 AAOMPT Conference. Get a quick preview into what’s to come at this year’s annual AAOMPT Conference, which will be held in San Diego, CA from October 26th to the 30th. Also, you can check out the schedule for the conference on the following link: 2022 AAOMPT Conference Homepage.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 100. Dr. Lance Mabry of High Point University and Redefine Health Education is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Physical Therapists Are Routinely Performing the Requisite Skills to Directly Refer for Musculoskeletal Imaging: An Observational Study.”

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 99. Dr. Dhinu Jayaseelan of George Washington University (GWU), the Johns Hopkins Hospital & GWU Orthopedic Residency program, the Virginia Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy Institute, and Maitland Australian Physiotherapy Seminars, is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Manual therapy should not be on the sideline in the game of treating tendinopathy.”

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 98. Professor Lucy Chipchase of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University (Adelaide, Australia) and Dr. Kerrie Evans of the Faculty of Medicine and Health, the University of Sydney (Sydney, NSW, Australia) and Healthia Limited (Brisbane, Queensland, Australia) are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from Musculoskeletal Science and Practice titled, “Supporting new graduate physiotherapists in their first year of private practice with a structured professional development program; a qualitative study.”

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 97. Jacqui Koep of the Train Pain Academy is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding an IFOMPT Webinar from October 2021 titled, “Inflammation, pain and the brain: Considering post-Covid musculoskeletal pain.” This episode contains information that will be interesting for practitioners who want to explore the interconnectedness of the nervous system, the immune system, and why we should consider calling it the neuroimmune system.

AAOMPT Podcast. PODCAST EXTRA: Steve Rodriguez (e-mail), President of the AAOMPT Student Special Interest Group is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer about what is currently happening with the AAOMPT sSIG.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 93. Dr. Vladimir Smolgovskiy of Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Centers, West Hartford, and Dr. Brian Swanson of the University of Hartford are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from JOSPT Cases titled, “The Differential Diagnosis and Treatment of a Patient With Concurrent Cervicogenic Headache, Concussion, and Hyperlaxity.” This episode contains information that will be interesting for practitioners who want to explore the delicate intersection of complex and overlapping variables and how two expert clinicians utilized clinical reasoning to navigate toward a successful outcome.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 91. Dr. Seth Peterson of The Motive Physical Therapy Specialists, A.T. Still University, and The Movement Brainery is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from Physiotherapy Theory and Practice titled, “Physical therapy management of a patient with persistent groin pain after total hip arthroplasty and iliopsoas tenotomy: a case report.”

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 85. Dr. Emily Grieshaber of East Tennessee State University is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation she gave at the 2021 AAOMPT Conference titled, “Providing Musculoskeletal Care to the Post-COVID Community.” This episode contains information that will be interesting for practitioners who want to begin to understand the complexities associated with both SARS-CoV-2 infections and COVID-19 as they relate to physical therapy practice.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 83. Dr. Christine Schauerte of NorthShore University HealthSystem and Northwestern University, Dr. Chris Hagan of Edward Elmhurst Healthcare and Northwestern University, and Dr. Alex Anderson of the University of Illinois at Chicago, Northwestern University, and the Physical Therapy Academy are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation they gave at the 2021 AAOMPT Conference titled, "'The Things Left Unsaid': Adhesive Capsulitis as a Model for Improved Health Education and Wellness Advocacy.”

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 79. Dr. Emily Kahnert, a physical therapist at the TMD, Orofacial Pain, and Dental Sleep Medicine Clinic at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, and Dr. Nick Rainey, of Rainey Pain & Performance and Sierra Vista Headache and TMJ Specialists, are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation they gave at the 2021 AAOMPT Conference titled, “TMD, Neck Pain, Headache: Untangling the Mystery.”

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 78. Dr. Amy McDevitt of the University of Colorado is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Thoracic spine thrust manipulation for individuals with cervicogenic headache: a crossover randomized clinical trial.”

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 76. Dr. Ishanka Weerasekara of the University of Peradeniya (Sri Lanka) and the University of Newcastle (Australia) is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Is the fibula positioned anteriorly in weight-bearing in individuals with chronic ankle instability? A case control study.” September 16, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 73. Dr. Jenifer Dice of Texas Children’s Hospital – Sugar Land is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from Physical Therapy titled, “Manual Therapy in Preadolescent Children: A Delphi Investigation of Physical Therapists in the United States.” August 5, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Podcast Extra 7. Dr. Elaine Lonnemann, President of AAOMPT, and Dr. Stanley Paris, a co-Founder and Past President of IFOMPT, are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming special meeting in August 2021 to vote on an IFOMPT constitutional change, which could result in the name of IFOMPT changing from the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists to the International Federation of Musculoskeletal Physical Therapists. July 29, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Podcast Extra 6. Dr. Louie Puentedura is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming IFOMPT special meeting in August 2021 to vote on a constitutional change, which could result in the name of IFOMPT changing from the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists to the International Federation of Musculoskeletal Physical Therapists. July 22, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 72. Dr. Julia Treleaven of the University of Queensland and Performance Rehab is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding an IFOMPT Webinar from June 2021 titled, “The role of the musculoskeletal physiotherapist in the management of post-concussion symptoms.” July 22, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Podcast Extra 5. Dr. Chris Showalter, Director of ACOMPTE, is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming IFOMPT special meeting in August 2021 to vote on a motion put forward by the IFOMPT Executive Committee, which could result in the name of IFOMPT changing from the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists to the International Federation of Musculoskeletal Physical Therapists. July 15, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Podcast Extra 4. Dr. Haideh Plock, the AAOMPT IFOMPT Delegate, is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming IFOMPT special meeting in August 2021 to vote on a motion put forward by the IFOMPT Executive Committee, which could result in the name of IFOMPT changing from the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists to the International Federation of Musculoskeletal Physical Therapists. July 8, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 71. Dr. Caitlin McArthur of the School of Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University and both Bone Fit™ and interRAI is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from Physical Therapy Reviews titled, “What do we know about spinal manual therapy for people with osteoporosis? A narrative review.” July 8, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 70. Dr. Lauren Cornwell of OrthoNeuro is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in physical therapists attributable to manual therapy.” June 24, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 68. Sarah Sturman of the Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies titled, “Is there a dose response relationship between soft tissue manual therapy and clinical outcomes in fibromyalgia.” May 27, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 67. Dr. Evan Petersen and Dr. Stephanie Thurmond of the University of the Incarnate Word (Dr. Petersen) and Bowling Green State University (Dr. Thurmond) are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer about a presentation they gave at the 2020 AAOMPT Conference. The title of the presentation was, “Systematic Clinical Reasoning: From Novice to Expert in No Time.” May 13, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 58. Dr. Laura Fisher of Michigan Medicine Specialty Clinic and the Michigan Medicine Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency program is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation she gave at the 2020 AAOMPT Conference titled, “Multi‐modal Approach in the Treatment of the Hypermobile Patient.” January 7, 2021.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 57. Dr. Steven Kinney of Indiana University Health is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation he gave at the 2020 AAOMPT Conference titled, “A Breath of Fresh Air: Manual Therapy for Dyspnea.” December 24, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 53. Dr. Breanna Reynolds of South College is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy titled, “Effectiveness of cervical spine high velocity low amplitude thrust added to behavioral education, soft tissue mobilization, and exercise in individuals with temporomandibular disorder (TMD) with myalgia: A randomized clinical trial.” October 29, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Bonus Episode. Dr. Megan Donaldson (Tufts University, AAOMPT Conference Chair) is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming 2020 AAOMPT Conference. October 8, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 51. Eveline Matifat of the Montreal, Québec, Canada and the Orthopaedic Research Unit of Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital’s Research Centre is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from Physical Therapy titled, “Benefits of Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy in Emergency Departments: A Systematic Review.” October 1, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 47. Dr. Kevin L. MacPherson of the University of Florida is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy titled, “Perceptions of the professional and personal impact of hybrid fellowship training: a qualitative study.” August 6, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 46. Kiran Satpute of Navale College of Physiotherapy is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Headache symptom modification: the relevance of appropriate manual therapy assessment and management of a patient with features of migraine and cervicogenic headache – a case report.” July 23, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 45. Dr. Philipp Zunke of Physiozentrum Salzburg (Austria) is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders titled, “The effect of manual therapy to the thoracic spine on pain-free grip and sympathetic activity in patients with lateral epicondylalgia humeri. A randomized, sample sized planned, placebo-controlled, patient-blinded monocentric trial.” July 9, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 44. Francisco X. Araujo of the UniRitter - Centro Universitário Ritter dos Reis, located in Porto Alegre, Brazil and Giovanni Ferreira of the University of Sydney (Australia) are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics titled, “Autonomic Effects of Spinal Manipulative Therapy: Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials.” June 25, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 42. Dr. Cameron MacDonald of Regis University is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “The current manipulation debate: historical context to address a broken narrative.” May 28, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 41. Dr. Seth Peterson of The Motive Physical Therapy Specialists and A.T. Still University is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation he gave at the 2018 AAOMPT Conference titled, “Telehealth in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy: Opportunities and Challenges.” This episode contains information that will be interesting for practitioners who want to better understand the interface between physical therapy, orthopaedic manual therapy, and Telehealth. May 14, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 40. Drs. Philip Dale and Jacob Thomas of KORT (Kentucky Orthopedic Rehab Team) and Orthopaedics Plus Physical Therapy, respectively, are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “Physical therapist clinical reasoning and classification inconsistencies in headache disorders: a United States survey.” April 30, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 38. Drs. William H. Kolb and Jodi Young of Radford University & Bellin College (DScPT Program), respectively, are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication from the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy titled, “The evolution of manual therapy education: what are we waiting for?” April 2, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 36. Dr. Joshua Cleland of the Tufts University School of Medicine provides a Physical Therapy Innovators (PTI) talk at the 2019 AAOMPT Conference. March 5, 2020.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 31. Dr. Kenneth Taylor of Gannon University is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation that he gave at the 2019 AAOMPT Conference titled, “Knackered, Gnawing, and Lackadaisical: Redefining Musculoskeletal Health by Assessing and Addressing Sleep Complaints in OMPT Practice.” December 26, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 30. Drs. Brian Swanson of the University of Hartford and Sean Riley of Sacred Heart University are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation that they gave at the 2019 AAOMPT Conference titled, “Precision Physical Therapy: Application of patient specific treatment via provocation and alleviation testing and purposeful communication.” December 12, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 28. Dr. Charles Hazle of the University of Kentucky and the Imaging Special Interest Group of the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation that he gave at the 2019 AAOMPT Conference titled, “Do You Trust Your Hands or the Images?” November 14, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 26. Dr. Harry von Piekartz of Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (Germany) is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication titled, “Diagnostic accuracy and validity of three manual examination tests to identify alar ligament lesions: results of a blinded case-control study.” October 17, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 22. Dr. Shannon Petersen of Des Moines University in Iowa is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication titled, “Self-reported sinus headaches are associated with neck pain and cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction: a preliminary observational case control study.” August 22, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 21. Dr. Megan Donaldson (Tufts University, AAOMPT Conference Chair) is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding the forthcoming 2019 AAOMPT Conference. August 8, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 20. Drs. César Fernández-de-las-Peñas & Joshua Cleland of the University of Rey Juan Carlos and Franklin Pierce University, respectively, are interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication titled, “Cost-Effectiveness Evaluation of Manual Physical Therapy Versus Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Evidence From a Randomized Clinical Trial.” July 25, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 19. Dr. Sara Cristello of Brooks Rehabilitation is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer about a presentation given at the 2018 AAOMPT Conference. The title of the presentation was, “Is the identification and treatment of pelvic conditions the missing link in your Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy practice?” July 11, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 17. Dr. Dan Rhon of the San Antonio Military Medical Center (SAMMC) / Center For The Intrepid (CFI) is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer about a recent paper he co-authored titled, “The Influence of a Guideline-Concordant Stepped Care Approach on Downstream Health Care Utilization in Patients with Spine and Shoulder Pain.” June 13, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 15. Dr. Mark Laslett of Southern Musculoskeletal Seminars is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer about the use of the term “nonspecific” within musculoskeletal diagnostics. May 16, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 10. Dr. Michelle Finnegan of ProMovePT is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a presentation that she gave at the 2018 AAOMPT Conference titled, “Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), now what? Changing their pain game.” March 7, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 9. Dr. Neil Tuttle of Griffith University is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer regarding a publication titled, “Spinal PA movements behave ‘as if’ there are limitations of local segmental mobility and are large enough to be perceivable by manual palpation: A synthesis of the literature.” February 21, 2019.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 3. Dr. Michael Brown of the University at Buffalo is interviewed by Stephen M. Shaffer and Kevin L. MacPherson regarding a unique case report that discusses knee pain referred from the thoracic spine. November 29, 2018.

AAOMPT Podcast. Episode 1 with Jean-Michel Brismée. This episode is conducted with the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy (JMMT) and contains information that should be interesting for any physical therapists interested in potentially submitting case studies and/or case series for publication. November 1, 2018.

AAOMPT Podcast. Trailer with Becca Catlin and Kevin L. MacPherson. This trailer is an introduction to the AAOMPT Podcast. Meet the hosts and hear what they are excited about regarding the project. November 1, 2018.

CAMPT Blog Contributions

Physiotherapy for the Management of Migraine Headaches (Accepted)

Physiotherapy for the Management of T4 Syndrome (Posted on July 31, 2022; Available at: https://manippt.org/t4-syndrome-heres-what-you-need-to-know-2/)

Physiotherapy for the Management of TMJ (Posted on February 28, 2022; Available at: https://manippt.org/physiotherapy-for-the-management-of-tmj-problems/)

Inservices

Shaffer SM. Selected Joint Mobilization Techniques. Presented at NovaCare, Manchester, MD. February 2018.

Shaffer SM. Selected Joint Mobilization Techniques, Part 2. Presented at UPMC Pinnacle Hanover, Hanover, PA. September 2017.

Shaffer SM. Selected Joint Mobilization Techniques, Part 1. Presented at UPMC Pinnacle Hanover, Hanover, PA. August 2017.

Shaffer SM. Selected Extremity Joint Mobilization Techniques of High Clinical Value. Presented at Mountain Valley Orthopedics, East Stroudsburg, PA. June 2017.

Shaffer SM. Selected Extremity Joint Mobilization Techniques of High Clinical Value. Presented at Harrington Hospital Rehabilitation Services Webster, MA. August 2016.

Shaffer SM. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Physical Therapy: A case presentation. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. May 2016.

Shaffer SM. Prolotherapy: What is it, does it work, and should we recommend it to our patients? Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. May 2016.

Shaffer SM. A review of foot and ankle physiological and passive accessory motion testing. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. April 2016.

Shaffer SM. The Evaluation and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): Part 1 - An Introduction To Pathoanatomy, Kinematics, and Region Specific Pain Science. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. April 2016.

Shaffer SM. Critically Appraised Topics. A review of pain science articles: Liang et al. Sustained sensitization and recruitment of rat cutaneous nociceptors by bradykinin and a novel theory of its excitatory action 2001; Schaible et al. Neurogenic aspects of inflammation 2005; and Skyba et al. Joint manipulation reduces hyperalgesia by activation of monoamine receptors but not opioid or GABA receptors in the spinal cord 2003. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. March 2016.

Shaffer SM. Head Repositioning Accuracy: An Introduction to Theory, Testing, & Treatment in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. February 2016.

Shaffer SM. Differential Diagnosis of Headache Types in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. February 2016.

Shaffer SM. The Role of Joint Mobilization In Rehabilitation. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. February 2016.

Shaffer SM. A Selected Documentation and Radiology Review. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. January 2016.

Shaffer SM. Joint Mobilization for Occupational and Physical Therapists: An Introduction to Elbow, Wrist, and Hand Techniques. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. December 2015.

Shaffer SM. Screening for Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency: What does the scientific literature teach us? Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. November 2015.

Shaffer SM. Thoracic Spine & Rib Cage Evaluation and Management. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. October 2015.

Shaffer SM. Stretching and Athletic Performance: What Does the Evidence Tell Us? Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. September 2015.

Shaffer SM. An Approach to Documentation for Outpatient Physical & Occupational Therapists. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. August 2015.

Shaffer SM. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: What is it and how do we address it? Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. August 2015.

Shaffer SM, Gartland T. A Brief Introduction to Reading Radiographic Images. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. July 2015.

Shaffer SM. Regionalization Testing for Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. July 2015.

Shaffer SM. An Introduction to Pain Science: Referred Pain in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. July 2015.

Shaffer SM. Therapeutic Exercise for the Cervical Spine. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. June 2015.

Shaffer SM. Plantar Fasciitis. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. June 2015.

Shaffer SM. An Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy Approach for Assessing Shoulder Range of Motion. Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. January 2015.

Shaffer SM. T4 Syndrome: What is it and can it be managed clinically? Presented at the Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Rehabilitation Department. Kodiak, AK. January 2015.

Shaffer, SM. Select Manual Physical Therapy Techniques for Everyday Utilization. Presented at Southcoast Health System, Tobey Hospital, Wareham, MA. September 2014.

Shaffer, SM. Basic Ankle & Foot Clinical Testing and Intervention. Presented at Passavant Area Hospital Rehab Department, Jacksonville, IL. November 2011.

Shaffer, SM. Basic Lumbar Spine Clinical Testing and Intervention. Presented at Passavant Area Hospital Rehab Department, Jacksonville, IL. November 2011.

Shaffer, SM. Basic Shoulder Clinical Testing and Intervention. Presented at Passavant Area Hospital Rehab Department, Jacksonville, IL. October 2011.

Shaffer, SM. Basic Ankle & Foot Clinical Testing and Intervention. Presented at Passavant Area Hospital Rehab Department, Jacksonville, IL. October, 2011.

Shaffer, SM. Cervical Spine Evaluation & Treatment. Presented at Passavant Area Hospital Rehab Department, Jacksonville, IL. October 2011.

Shaffer, SM. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Brief Review. Interdisciplinary Training. Presented at AthletiCo, Garfield Ridge/Midway, Chicago, IL. Spring 2011.

Shaffer, SM. Select Components of Cervical Spine Evaluation and Training. Interdisciplinary Training. Presented at Warren Memorial Hospital, Front Royal, VA. Fall 2009.

Shaffer, SM. Diagnosing and Treating T4 Syndromes. Interdisciplinary Training. Presented at Warren Memorial Hospital, Front Royal, VA. Fall 2009.

Shaffer, SM. TMD Evaluation and Treatment. Staff Training. Presented at Pocono Rehabilitation, East Stroudsburg, PA. November 2006.

Shaffer, SM. Manual Treatment of the Musculoskeletal System. Staff Training. Presented at St. Anthony Outpatient Therapy Center, Pendleton, OR. Summer 2006.

Shaffer, SM. Symptom Regionalization / Localization & Provocation - Alleviation. Staff Training. Presented at St. Anthony Outpatient Therapy Center, Pendleton, OR. Summer 2006.

Shaffer, SM. Cultural Communication and Awareness. Department Training. Presented at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island Physical Therapy Services, Pawtucket, RI. Winter 2004.