Clinical Assistant Professor
School of Rehabilitation Sciences

Mira Mariano

757-683-3289

3048 HEALTH SCIENCES BLDG 1019 WEST 41ST STREET
NORFOLK, 23508

Ph.D. in Urban Education, Higher Education cognate, Old Dominion University, (2006)

M.S. in Community Health & Physical Therapy, Old Dominion University, (1997)

B.S. in Physical Therapy, University of Pittsburgh, (1990)

PT License (VA)
Sponsoring Organization: Virginia State Board of Physical Therapy
Date Obtained: 1993-07-01
PT License (PA)
Sponsoring Organization: Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy
Date Obtained: 1990-07-01
Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Sponsoring Organization: ABPTS
Date Obtained: 2019-06-01
Heartcode CPR/AED for healthcare providers
Sponsoring Organization: American Heart Association
Date Obtained: 2018-09-01
Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Sponsoring Organization: ABPTS
Date Obtained: 2009-01-01
Emergency Responder
Sponsoring Organization: American Red Cross
Date Obtained: 2012-01-01
Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Sponsoring Organization: ABPTS
Date Obtained: 1999-01-01

Contracts, Grants and Sponsored Research

Britton, B. S. "Predoctoral Education in Primary Care Medicine Grant. Federal. 2011 - 2016
Colberg-Ochs, S. R., Morrison, S., Vinik, A. I.., Mariano, M., Parson, H. K.. and Walker, M. L.. "Dynamic Medical Measures: Creating a Model to Study the Neuropathic Process in Diabetes and Normal Aging" $80,000. Old Dominion University. January 1, 2008 - September 30, 2008

Expertise

Exercise
orthopedics, sports medicine, geriatrics

Research Interests

Measurement of Spinal Range of Motion; Standardized Patient Use in Physical Therapy Education; Outcome measures in falls risk; Assessment in Admissions

Articles

Hamilton, H. M., Mariano, M. and Kakar, R. (2023). Prevalence and associated factor of urinary incontinence in female recreational runners. Journal of Women's Health Physical Therapy 47 (2) , pp. 75-89.
Hoang, T., Watkins, M., Bayliss, J., Mariano, M., Wheeler, E., Schack-Dugre, J. and Gleeson, P. (2022). Impact of Pre-admission observation hours on key physical therapist clinical education stakeholders: Qualitative analysis. . Journal of Physical Therapy Education 36 (2) , pp. 107-114.
Gleeson, P., Bayliss, J., Colgrove, Y., Greco, J. and Mariano, M. (2022). Impact of pre-admission observation hours on key physical therapist clinical education stakeholders: Quantitative analysis. Journal of Physical Therapy Education 36 (4) , pp. 341-347.
Morrison, S., Colberg-Ochs, S. R., Mariano, M., Henri, P. K. and Vinik, A. I. (2010). Balance training reduces falls risk in older individuals with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care 33 (4) , pp. 748-750.

Presentations

Tasso, K., Dower, C. and Lounsberry, K. (October 20, 2023). FSBPT's Got Talent: Sexual Boundaries & Misconduct Committee Update Oral Presentation FSBPT Annual Education Meeting Jacksonville, FL.
Hamilton, H. M. and Mariano, M. (February 24, 2023). Hip abduction strength is not different between continent and incontinent female runners Poster Combined Sections Meeting San Diego, California.
Mariano, M., Samulski, B. S. and Beaver, S. (November 7, 2020). Assessing Fitness, fear of falling & falls during an interprofessional older adult wellness program Poster VPTA Summit Virtual.
Hamilton, H. M. and Mariano, M. (November 7, 2020). Running behavior and urinary incontinence in female runners Poster VPTA Summit Virtual.
Cuchna, J., Mariano, M., Walker, S. and Van Lunen, B. L. (June 28, 2018). Using standardized patients to measure outcomes in competence and confidence in clinical skills of first year physical therapy students. Poster APTA NEXT Conference Orlando, FL.
(October 13, 2012). Dizziness, Imbalance, and the Cervical Spine Lecture VPTA Annual Conference Norfolk, VA.
Mariano, M. (June 12, 2008). Perceptions and Factors Influencing Success in Professional Preparation Physical Therapy Education APTA Annual Confrence & Exposition San Antonio, TX.
Mariano, M. (February 4, 2008). Normative Values of Lumbar Range of Motion Using the Modified-modified Schober Method APTA Combined Sections Meeting San Diego, CA.
Mariano, M. (October 22, 2005). Normative Values of Lumbar Range of Motion Using the Modified-modified Schobar Method Virginia State Therapy Physical Therapy Confrence Portsmouth, VA.
Mariano, M. (March 31, 2004). An Update on the Reliability of Standardized Patient Scoring in Physical Therapy College of Health Sciences Research Day Norfolk, VA.
Jamali, B. E., Mariano, M. and Tamburello, M. T. ( 2003). Update in Evidence Based Physical Therapy Practice. ODU School of Physical Therapy Alumni Weekend ODU School of Physical Therapy.
Mariano, M. (March 26, 2003). Reliability of Standardized Patient Scorig in Physical Therapy Education College of HEalth Sciences Research Day Norfolk, VA.
Mariano, M. (February 12, 2003). Reliability of Standardized Patient Scoring in Physical Therapy EducATION APTA Combined Sections Mtg Tampa, FL.
Mariano, M. (February 14, 2001). The Use of Standardized Patients in Professional Preparation Physical Therapy Education APTA Combined Sections Mtg San Antonio, TX.
Jamali, B. E. and Mariano, M. ( 2000). Total Joint Arthroplasty Update Tidewater District Continuing Education Course Newport News.
Mariano, M. (February 3, 2000). The Effects of the Protonics System on Preceived Pain and Lower Extremity EMG Activity During Functional Activities in Patients with Patellofemoral Pain APTA Combined Sections Mtg New Orleans, LA.
Mariano, M. (June 5, 1999). Reliability of the Modified-modified Schober Method of Measuring Lumbar Range of Motion APTA National Confrence Washington, DC.
Mariano, M. (June 5, 1999). The Use of Standardized Patients to Supplement Clinical Education in a Physical Therapy Educational Program APTA National Confrence Washington, DC.
Mariano, M. (February 3, 1999). Relaibility of the Modified-modified Schober Method of Measuring Lumbar Range of Motion APTA Combined Sections Mtg Seattle, WA.
Mariano, M. (April 25, 1998). Reliability of the Modified-modified Schober Method of Measuring Lumbar Range of Motion Virginia State Physical Therapy Confrence Roanoke, VA.
Mariano, M. (April 25, 1998). The Use of Standardized Patients to Supplement Clinical Education in Physical Therapy Educational Program Virginia State Physical Therapy Confrence Roanoke, VA.
  • 2021: Outstanding Mentor Award, College of Health Sciences
  • 2015: COHS Faculty Service Award, College of Health Sciences
  • 2005: Best Research Poster, Virginia Physical Therapy Association
  • 2004: Best Faculty Platform, College of Health Sciences Research Day
  • 2003: Best Faculty Platform, College of Health Sciences Research Day
  • 2000: Excellence in Teaching Award, College of Health Sciences

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