Amy Sbihli, MPT, DPTFounder and Director of Spine Academy Physical Therapy, PLLC 1762 Massachusetts Ave. Suite 204, Lexington, MA 02420 Co-owner Schroth Barcelona Institute BSPTS-Rigo Concept Therapist and Teacher |
781-515-0153 |
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Orthopaedics Plus Director of Scoliosis Programs Burlington, MA 4/12-present
Outpatient Orthopaedics: Scoliosis Specific Exercise, Spine, Sacral-iliac
Develop programs and create treatment plans in clinical practice for children and adults who have scoliosis and related musculoskeletal impairments and dysfunction.
| Spinal Dynamics of Wisconsin |
Clinical Physical Therapist |
Milwaukee, WI 10/03-4/11 |
Outpatient Orthopaedics: Orthopedic spine, Scoliosis Exercise Certified, Pilates Certified – reformer
- Developed clinical expertise in treatment of spine, hip and shoulders.
- Assisted program development of the Schroth Method for scoliosis treatment.
- Completed the first group immersion style Schroth program in the United States.
- Present Schroth methodology annually to local DPT programs, and frequently to physician groups, public and clients.
- Created in-house continuing education course, “Pilates with Reformer”, for staff orientation to the equipment and professional skill development.
- Actively mentored PTA to enhance clinical and communication skills
- Support Carroll College students through in-house research project as CI and adjunct professor.
| Physical Therapy Options |
Clinical Physical Therapist |
Cincinnati, OH – 6/00-8/03 |
Clinical Outpatient: Women’s Health, Orthopedic, and Neurology.
Clinical Inpatient: Skilled and Medicare B Geriatrics.
| Mercy-Franciscan Terrace |
Clinical Physical Therapist |
Cincinnati, OH – 1/98-4/00 |
Clinical Outpatient: Musculoskeletal, Cardio-pulmonary, Aquatics, Women’s Health, and Neurology.
Clinical Inpatient: Geriatrics, Orthopedic, Neurology, and PPS.
| Drake Rehabilitation Center |
Clinical Physical Therapist |
Cincinnati, OH – 9/96-1/98 |
Clinical Inpatient: Long-term Care, Cardio-Pulmonary, Subacute, Orthopedic, Traumatic Brain Injury, Neurology, and Multi-system Failure.
Clinical Outpatient: Neurology, Pulmonary, and Orthopedic.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Biomedical Investigators – 2019 |
APTA/CSM– Women’s Health, Wellness, Orthopedics, Research |
Mary Massery – Breath and Function – 2018 |
Sacral Iliac Rehabilitation – Jim Porterfield |
SEAS I-II 2017-2018 |
Active Release – Certified in Upper Extremity |
SOSORT -2012, 2016, 2017 |
Cervical spine- Interdisciplinary Approach to treatment – H. James Phillips MSPT, OSC |
BSPTS Level 2 teacher trainer course – 2012 |
Shoulder Rehabilitation |
Prevention of running injuries – 2011 |
Clinical Instructor Education and Certified Credentialing Program |
BSPTS teacher trainer certification – 2011Formation of school and curriculum for conservative management of scoliosis |
Conservative management of scoliosis |
Cervical /upper thoracic Manipulation – 2010 |
Teaching Techniques to enhance student |
Treatment of Ribs and Thoracic Spine – 2009 |
Aquatic Therapy Rehabilitation Institute |
Independent Study – Schroth/RSC 2008 |
Pharmacology: What PT Professionals Need to Know |
Rigo-Cheneau Brace Conference – 2007 |
Behavioral Assessment Model for Student Evaluation |
Kinesiotape – 2007 |
Bones and Balance – Osteoporosis |
SOSORT – 2007, 2012, 2013 |
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Pilates Equipment Certification – 2005-2006 |
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Schroth Method Certification Level 1 – 2005 |
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Schroth Method – 2004 |
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| Power Pilates Mat Certification – 2003 | |
| Direct Access Legislator, State of Ohio – 2003 |
INSTRUCTIONAL EXPERIENCE
| Development of Schroth-Barcelona Institute Additional Courses; Introduction, C1 Refresher, Advanced Concepts |
2018-19 |
| Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School – Certification Level 1 or Level 2 |
2014-2019 |
| Speaker and Panelist for DePuy Synthesis Scoliosis Education day |
2016 |
| SOSORT presentation on my research on Adult Outcome from trial with Schroth Exercise |
2016 |
| Conservative Management of Scoliosis: AAPM&R Annual Conference; Boston, MA |
2015 |
| Evidence of Schroth Method: AAOMPT Annual Conference; Cincinnati, OH |
2013 |
| Introduction Schroth Method: Texas Children’s; Houston, TX, Boston University PT program |
2013 |
| Certification Level 1 Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School / Schroth Method (6) |
2012-2016 |
| Concordia College DPT Program: Schroth Method |
2007 – 09 |
| Carroll College DPT Program: Schroth Method |
2006 – 10 |
| Cincinnati State Technical College: Instructed Anatomy & Physiology |
2001-02 |
| Cincinnati State Technical College: Instructed ROM, transfers, and ambulation in program for certified nursing assistants |
2000 |
| Aquatics Therapy Rehabilitation Institute “Aquatics and Physical Therapy” in Tampa, FL |
2000 |
| Cincinnati State Technical College: Instructor for Kinesiology for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program |
1999 |
| Orientation Trainer: Education and demonstrations to new hospital employees on low back safety at home and at work to prevent injury |
1998-2000 |
BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
Spine Academy Physical Therapy, PLLC Owner and Clinician 2016- present
Schroth-Barcelona Institute, LLC Part-Owner and Instructor 2016-present
Barcelona Scoliosis Physiotherapy School International Active Member 2018
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
APTA MA
APTA Private Practice Member
SOSORT
EDUCATION
| Washington University School of Medicine
Post professional Doctorate in Physical Therapy |
St. Louis, MO |
2007-2011 |
| Washington University School of Medicine
Master of Science in Physical Therapy |
St. Louis, MO |
1993-96 |
| University of Michigan
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology HOBBIES: Running, tennis, cooking, reading |
Ann Arbor, MI |
1989-93 |
