Szu-Ping Lee

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Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
Expertise: Amputee Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Biomechanics, Sport and Exercise Science

Biography

Szu-Ping Lee received his training in physical therapy in Taiwan, and practiced as an orthopedic/neurologic therapist at the Taiwan Adventist Hospital. His interest in physical medicine and musculoskeletal biomechanical research was driven by this clinical experience working with patients with orthopedic and neurological conditions.

Lee joined the UNLV Department of Physical Therapy in 2012.

Education

  • Ph.D. Biokinesiology University of Southern California, 2012
  • M.S. Human Performance/Biomechanics. University of Florida, 2005
  • B.S. Physical Therapy. National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, 2001

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Mind over matter: Helping amputees regain their independence
Science Daily
There are more than two million people living with an amputation in the United States, with about 400 being added daily. For many of them, prostheses or artificial limbs are a part of their lives, and they need to relearn how their bodies move with their new limbs all over again.
Mind over matter: Helping amputees regain their independence
Newswise
There are more than two million people living with an amputation in the United States, with about 400 being added daily. For many of them, prostheses or artificial limbs are a part of their lives, and they need to relearn how their bodies move with their new limbs all over again.
Sit up straight! Smartwatch that sounds an alarm every time you slump at your desk is being developed by scientists to combat bad posture
Daily Mail
German scientists are developing a smartwatch to correct bad posture.
How to avoid 'iPad neck'
Fox 5 Atlanta
If you're a slumper, straighten up! Doctors say they're seeing a jump in patients coming in with neck and shoulder pain from spending too much time bent over their tablets and e-readers.
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Newsmakers 2018: Research
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Research | December 26, 2018

In 2018, faculty and students collaborated with one another and international colleagues on scientific exploration that sought to help people make sense of themselves and the world around them.

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