Laura M opstedal



Curriculum Vitae Dec 2017Laura M. Opstedal, DPT, OCS, SCSPROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCESports Performance Physical Therapist Aug 2016-Dec 2017Bridger Orthopedic @ The Pitt Training Facility, Bozeman MTTreated elite/professional athletes & Montana State University athletes within training facilityScreened gym members’ injuriesPerformed all sports clearance (RTP) post ACL for 2 surgeonsSports Physical Therapist Apr 2013-presentBridger Orthopedic, Bozeman, MontanaTreated sports and orthopedic injuries within an active population, including Montana State University Division I athletesWorked directly with foot/ankle surgeon as 1st post-operative visit providerDeveloped hip arthroscopy rehab program with MD after training at Duke during surgeon’s fellowshipStarted return to sports testing for post ACL in conjunction with MD 6 month follow upDeveloped and updated many post-surgical rehabilitation protocolsUtilized Athena EMRSports Physical Therapist May 2011-Apr 2013Seattle Children’s Hospital, Federal Way, WashingtonTreated pediatric orthopedic and sports injuries, ages 5-20Performed Return to Play Assessments: knee, ankle, spineDeveloped spondylolysis/spondylolisthesis rehab protocol and trained staffDeveloped a vestibular exam and protocol within concussion program and trained staffImplemented Sub-symptom Threshold Exercise Program within concussion programDeveloped Return to Sports Assessment for spine/spondylolysisPhysical Therapist Mar 2008-Apr 2012Multicare Health System, Tacoma, WashingtonStaff: Jan 2009-Jun 2011 Per diem: Mar 2008-Jan 2009 & Jun 2011- April 2012Treated inpatients in an acute care setting with post-surgical orthopaedic, medical, cardiovascular & neurological problemsUtilized EPIC electronic chartingPhysical Therapist Dec 2007-Jun 2010Peninsula Physical Therapy, Belfair, WashingtonTreated diverse caseload including post-operative care, spinal rehab, work injuriesConsulted acute sports injuries for North Mason High SchoolClinic Director/Physical Therapist Jun 2001-Dec 2007 NW Sports Physical Therapy, Tacoma, WashingtonTreated variety of patients from elite athletes to geriatricWorked with diverse caseload including post-operative care, acute sports injuries, spinal rehab, work injuries, & pregnancyManaged two therapists, two support staff, one office staffConducted performance reviews, job interviews Observed several orthopedic surgeriesMarketed to area surgeons and physicians, developing new referral sourcesACADEMIC EXPERIENCEAdjunct Faculty (part time) 2006University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WashingtonClinical Instructor for 3rd year students in teaching clinic: orthopedic/neuro caseloadEDUCATION2004 University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WADoctor of Physical Therapy (transitional program)2001University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WAMaster of Physical Therapy1998University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA Bachelor of Science Major: Natural Science, emphasis in biology; Minor: Mathematics PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS American Physical Therapy AssociationSports Physical Therapy SectionYouth Athlete Special Interest GroupCollege, University & Pro Sports Special Interest GroupHip Special Interest GroupKnee Special Interest GroupRunning Special Interest GroupSports Performance Special Interest GroupOrthopedic SectionFoot & Ankle Special Interest GroupPerforming Artists Special Interest GroupMontana Physical Therapy AssociationCERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE2016Recertification of Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist, ABPTS2014Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist, ABPTS2013Certified Emergency Medical Responder: Red Cross2013Certified SportsmetricsTM Instructor2013Montana Physical Therapy License #48562006Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist, ABPTS2005 North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy: Level II Exam Certificate2002 Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, NSCA2001 Washington State Physical Therapy License #PT8528TEACHING EXPERIENCEGraduate Supervision2018Clinical Instructor, Great Falls College-Montana State UniversityNine week full-time clinical internshipPhysical Therapy Assistant Student2013Clinical Instructor, Northwestern UniversityFull-time 13 week pediatric ortho/sports clinical internshipThird year PT student2012Clinical Instructor, University of WashingtonSecond year PT student observational experiences2005-07Clinical Instructor, University of Puget SoundNine week full-time orthopedic clinical internshipsONGOING RESEARCH/SCHOLARLY ACTIVITY“Effectiveness of Early Physical Therapy, Bracing, and Rest in the Treatment of Acute Spondylolysis in Children and Adolescents.”Principle Investigators: Krengel, Walter III MD, Krabak, Brian MD, Marois, Whitney PT, OCS, Racicot, Mimi DPT, Opstedal, Laura DPT, OCS, SCSStage: awaiting grant fundingINVITED LECTURES, PRESENTATIONS“Blood Flow Restriction Training”, presented to Physicians of Bridger Orthopedic, April 2017“Management of Femoroacetabular Impingement and Acetabular Labral Tears”, presented to Physicians and Physical Therapy staff of Bridger Orthopedic, Jan 2015“Functional Exercise for the Shoulder Patient”, presented at the Montana Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Helena, MT, April 2014“Vestibular Evaluation & Treatment of the Concussion Patient”, presented at the Sports Physical Therapy Department & ATC’s quarterly in-service, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Feb 2013“Physical Therapy Management of Acute Spondylolysis”, presented to the Orthopedic & Spine Chair and Sports Medicine Chair, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Jan 2012 “Preventing ACL Injuries in the Female Athlete” presented to the University of Puget Sound Physical Therapy Department, 3rd year students, Oct 2004VOLUNTEER/EVENT COVERAGE2016-2017Montana High School Girls Soccer Jamboree2014-PresentMontana Ballet Company, Advisory Board2007Tacoma City Marathon, Medical ProviderCONTINUING EDUCATION2017Hip & Knee: Complex Understanding for Simple Solutions, Erik MeiraBozeman, MT12 Contact Hours2017Imaging for Athletic Injuries and Conditions, Sports Physical Therapy AssociationHome Study Course35 Hours2017Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science, Greg LehmanPortland, OR15 Contact Hours2016Functional Movement Techniques: Blades, RockTape Inc.Bozeman, MT8 Contact Hours2015Combined Sections Meeting, American Physical Therapy AssociationIndianapolis, IN19 Contact Hours2013Emergency Medical Response for the Physical TherapistSPTA, Las Vegas, NV24.5 Contact Hours2013SportsmetricsTM Certification CourseCincinnati Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Center, Cincinnati, OH11.5 Contact Hours2013North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual TherapyLevel IV Advanced Spinal (Manipulation)Techniques, Ann Porter Hoke57 Contact Hours (including course assignments)2012Lower Quarter Management of Overuse & Traumatic Injuries Related to the Running AthleteNorth American Sports Medicine Institute16 Contact Hours2012Selective Functional Movement AssessmentMike Voight, North American Sports Medicine Institute16 Contact Hours2011Functional Rehabilitation and Prevention of Common Running InjuriesCross Country Seminars6 Contact Hours2011Functional Strength: An Updated Approach to Exercising our PatientsPatrick Hoban/James Herman, Great Lakes Seminars16 Contact hours2011Effective Evaluation, Assessment, and Treatment of Pediatric Toe WalkingCross Country Seminars6 Contact Hours2011Comprehensive Examination & Treatment of Shoulder Disorders: What are you missing? Chris Durall, North American Seminars15 Contact Hours2010Introduction to Vestibular RehabilitationLaurie Swan, Great Lakes Seminars16 Contact Hours2009Functional Orthopedics 1: FO1Kent Keyser, Institute of Physical Art30 Contact Hours2008Treatment of Common Extremity Dysfunctions through MobilizationPatrick Hoban, Great Lakes Seminars16 Contact Hours2008Manual Therapy for the Myofascial SystemLaurie McLaughlin, NAIOMT14 Contact Hours2007Biomechanical Approach to the Thoracic SpineDiane Lee, NAIOMT14 Contact Hours2005North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual TherapyLevel III Advanced Upper Quadrant, Erl Pettman42 Contact Hours2005North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual TherapyLevel III Advanced Lower Quadrant, Erl Pettman42 Contact Hours2005Biomechanics of the Golf Swing, APTA Home Study Course3 Contact Hours2004Intro to Muscle Energy Techniques: Lumbar Spine & PelvisURSA Foundation, Loren Rex, DO18 Contact Hours2003North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual TherapyLevel II Intermediate Lower Quadrant, Kent Keyser42 Contact Hours2003North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual TherapyLevel II Intermediate Upper Quadrant, Kent Keyser42 Contact Hours2002North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual TherapyLevel I Differential Diagnosis, Bill Temes/Steve Allen42 Contact Hours2002Manual Therapy Integration of the Lumbar Spine & PelvisNorth American Seminars15 Contact Hours2001Recent Advances in the Evaluation and Treatment of Shoulder & KneeNortheast Seminars, Kevin Wilk18.5 Contact HoursNon-clinical Courses2003Management Development, Survival Strategies2003Referral Development, Survival Strategies ................
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