Dr. Denise Gobert

  • Professor at Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Professions

Scholarly and Creative Works

2025

  • Nikolaou, F., & Gobert, D. V. N. (2025). Understanding Brain Injury in Intimate Partner Violence: A Guide for Frontline Professionals Working with IPV. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2025.06.007

2024

  • Rauzi, M., Akay, R., Balakrishnan, S., Gobert, D., Piper, C., & Flach, A. (2024). Current State of Connected Sensor Technologies used during Rehabilitation Care: Scoping Review Protocol. Journal of Medical Internet Research Publications, 13, 10. https://doi.org/10.2196/60496
  • Johnson, N., Gobert, D., & Padula, W. (2024). Case Report:  An Integrated Approach Using Physical Therapy and Therapeutic Lenses to Treat Post Encephalitis Syndrome and Lupus. International Journal of Physiotherapy and Research, 4(12), 4748–4767. https://doi.org/https://dx.doi.org/10.16965/ijpr.2024.121
  • Elizondo, M., Gobert, D. V. N., & Tesic, J. (2024). AI/ML Pipeline for Predicting Diabetic Readmissions from CMS OASIS dataset. IEEE.
  • Gobert, D., Ueckert, G., Strickland, M., & Rasoulian, L. (2024). Pilot Study: Can Optimal Positioning for Mandibular Occlusion Reduce Risk for Head Concussive Injuries? Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 105(4), pp: 4e22-e23. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2024.02.315

2023

  • Sadeh, S., Gobert, D. V. N., & Hsiao, H.-Y. (2023). Biomechanical and Neuromuscular Control Characteristics of Sit-to-Stand Transfer in Young and Older Adults: A Systematic Review with Implications for Balance Regulation Mechanisms. Journal of Clinical Biomechanics, 109. https://doi.org/CLBI-D-23-00270R1
  • Gobert, D., & McDowell, D. R. (2023). Musculoskeletal and Rheumatologic Conditions in the Older Adult. In Gerontology & Geriatrics for Advanced Practice Providers: An Interprofessional Approach. Round Rock, United States: Elsevier Health. Retrieved from Department of Physical Therapy
  • Dunlap, E., & Gobert, D. V. N. (2023). Factors Influencing Dressing Waterproof Success Rate During Aquatic Exercise. Archives of Physical Medical Rehabilitation, 104(3). https://doi.org/DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2022.12.084
  • Chen, Y., Greenberger, H., Selby-Silverstein, L., Gobert, D., Levine, D., & Kaplan, S. (2023). “Evidence-Based Practice DPT Curricular Guideline Utilization: A Convergent Parallel Mixed Methods Study.” Journal of Physical Therapy Education, 37, 9–16. https://doi.org/DOI: 10.1097/JTE.0000000000000256

2022

  • McDowell, D. R., & Gobert, D. (2022). Musculoskeletal and Rheumatologic Conditions. In Gerontology & Geriatrics for Advanced Practice Providers: An Interprofessional Approach.

2021

  • Dunlap, E., & Gobert, D. V. N. (2021). Ai Chi for balance, pain, functional mobility and quality of life in adults: a scoping review. Journal of Aquatic Physical Therapy, 29(1), 14–28. https://doi.org/DOI: 10.1097/JAPT-D-20-00014
  • Boucher, B. K., Rich, A. J., Gobert, D. V. N., Gardner, B., Metzner, P., King, C., & Buse, M. (2021). The Effectiveness of a Functional Movement Assessment and 4-Week Exercise Training Program for Female High School Athletes. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 35(1), 102–110. https://doi.org/10.1519/JSC.0000000000002549

2020

  • McDowell, D. R., Gobert, D. V. N., Jarxombek, T., Koudela, T., McGrath, K., & Raulerson, R. (2020). Balance and Fall Risk Outcome Measures for Patients 65 Years or Older in the Outpatient Physical Therapy Setting: What Are the Current Trends? Journal of Medical Research - K, 20(11, Version 1). https://doi.org/DOI: 10.17406/GJMRA
  • Gobert, D. V. N., & McDowell, D. R. (2020). Patient Awareness & Access to Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Physical Therapy: Challenging Trends to Adequate Patient Care. Medical Archives Research Journal, 8(4), 1–13. https://doi.org/National Library of Medicine (PubMed) ID: 101668511

2019

  • Gobert, D. V. N., & Dunlap, E. (2019). Prevalence of Waterproof Dressing Usage in Aquatic Therapy Settings: Results from an International Online Survey. Journal of Wound Care, 27(MAY-SUMMER), 12–18. https://doi.org/JAPT-D-18-00006R1

2018

  • Gobert, D., Mattingly, H., Wallace, B., Cuthen, H. M., & Fell, D. (2018). Intervention for Vestibular Impairments (Chapter 29). In Lifespan Neurorehabilitation (pp. 918–941). Philadelphia, PA, USA: FA Davis Company. Retrieved from http://davisplus.fadavis.com
  • Dunlap, E., & Gobert, D. (2018). Waterproof Success Rate for Transparent Film Dressings With and Without Special Skin Prep in an Aquatic Therapy Setting: Pilot Study. Journal of Aquatic Therapy, 26(Summer), 37. Retrieved from https://aquaticpt.org/journal-of-aquatic-physical-therapy.cfm
  • Gobert, D., Metsis, V., & Smith, K. S. (2018). Integration of virtual reality with an omnidirectional treadmill system for multi-directional balance skills intervention. IEEE. https://doi.org/doi: 10.1109/WEROB.2017.8383831
  • Gobert, D., Metsis, V., & Smith, K. (2018). Integration of Virtual Reality with an Omnidirectional Treadmill System for Multi-directional Balance Skills Intervention. IEEE XPLORE. https://doi.org/https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/8383831
  • Dunlap, E., & Gobert, D. (2018). Ai Chi for Balance, Gait Speed, Pain or Functional Outcomes in Adults: A Systematic Review. Journal of of Aquatic Therapy, 26(Special Edition), 33.

2017

  • Metsis, V., Smith, K. S., & Gobert, D. V. N. (n.d.). Integration of Virtual Reality with an Omnidirectional Treadmill System for Multi-directional Balance Skills Intervention.
  • Gobert, D. V. N., & Dunlap, E. (2017). Waterproof success rate of transparent film dressing with and without a liquid film-forming barrier  - in an aquatic therapy setting: A Pilot Study. Journal of Aquatic Physical Therapy, 25(2). Retrieved from https://www.aquaticpt.org/index.cfm#about
  • GOBERT, D. (2017). The Tom Waugh Leadership Development Program: Developing New Leaders  Through  Mentorship. https://doi.org/DG3772
  • Gobert, D. V. N. (2017). The Tom Waugh Leadership Development Program: Developing New Leaders Through Mentorship. WCPT Proceedings.
  • Gobert, D. (2017). Characterization of Diffused Traumatic Brain Injury using an Automated Functional Eye Movement Assessment as related to Clinical Neurocognitive Testing. Brain Injury, 31(6–7), 719–1017. https://doi.org/DOI: 10.1080/02699052.2017.1312145
  • GOBERT, D., Buchner, S., & Kerby, J. (2017). Patient Case Report: Combined Neuro-Musculoskeletal  Treatment Approach for Post Concussion Symtomology.
  • GOBERT, D., Buchner, S., & Kerby, J. (2017). Post-Concussion: Is Convergence Insufficiency Related to Balance Deficits? Retrieved from www.apta.org

2016

  • Gobert, D. (2016). Is There a Gender Bias Involving Impulsivity and Number of Concussions? Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 97(12), 34. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2016.09.093
  • Gobert, D. (2016). Characterization of Diffused Traumatic Brain Injury using an Automated Functional Eye Movement Assessment as related to Clinical Neurocognitive Testing. Brain Injury.
  • Gobert, D. V. N. (2016). Characterization of Diffused Traumatic Brain Injury using an Automated Functional Eye Movement Assessment as related to Clinical Neurocognitive Testing. Brain Injury, (509).
  • Gobert, D. (2016). Use of the Near Point Convergence Test During Chronic Post-Concussion Recovery. Brain Injury, 644(March).
  • Gobert, D., Wallace, B., & Mattingly, H. (2016). Chapter 29 - Intervention for Vestibular Dysfunction. In D. Fell (Ed.), Therapeutic Approaches in Neurology. Prentice Hill.

2015

  • Gobert, D. (2015). Is the Near Point Convergence Test a Valid Assessment of Chronic Post Concussion Recovery ? Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 96(12), 19.
  • Buchner, S., & Gobert, D. (2015). Is an Increased BMI a Prevalent Symptom of Chronic Post Concussion Syndrome? Seventh International Research Conference for Graduate Students.
  • Gobert, D. (2015). Is the Near Point Convergence Test a Valid Assessment of Chronic Post Concussion Recovery ? 2015 ACRM Progress in Rehabilitation Research Annual Conference.
  • Gobert, D. (2015). Patient Adherence to Instrumented Home Exercise Program. Texas Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference.
  • Gobert, D. (2015). Use of the Near Point Convergence Test as Indicator of Chronic Post Concussion Recovery. Brain Injury.

2014

  • McHardy, R., Ransome, J., Gobert, D., & Walker, J. (2014). Electromyographical Analysis of Agonists, Antagonists and Trunk Stabilizers During Chest Press on Stable and Unstable Platforms. Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research.

2013

  • Gobert, D., Merring, C., & Dugan, K. (2013). Somatosensory Stimulation Combined with Moderate Intensity Therapeutic Exercise Significantly Improves Motor Function in Chronic Stroke Survivor. Stroke Journal.
  • Gobert, D. (2013). Therapeutic Exercise for the Preparation of Gait Activities (Chapter 18). In W. D. Bandy & B. Sanders (Eds.), Therapeutic Exercise for Physical Therapy Assistants 3rd ed. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

2012

  • Hilgendorf, J., Gobert, D., Harter, R., & Vela, L. (2012). The Influence of Vestibular-Ocular Reflex Training on Postural Stability, Dynamic Visual Acuity and Gaze Stabilization in Patients with Chronic Ankle Instability. Athletic Training & Sports Health Care.

2011

  • Gobert, D., Propst, G., & Katt, L. (2011). Instrumented Four Square Step Test for Patients Post TBI. Head Trauma Rehabil, 26, 402–438.
  • Merring, C. A., & Gobert, D. V. (2011). Recovery Nine Years Post Stroke with Standardized Electrical Stimulation. Occupational Therapy In Health Care, 25(April-July), 108–118. https://doi.org/10.3109/07380577.2011.556696

2010

  • Gobert, D., & Komogortsev, O. (2010). “Oculomotor Behavior Profile: Biometric Indicator of Post-Concussion Recovery.” Brain Injury, 24(March), 115–463. https://doi.org/DOI: 10.3109/02699051003648227
  • Cormack, J., Gobert, D., & Hardage, J. (2010). Practice Committee Perspective: Is Autonomous Practice in Neurologic Physical Therapy Defined Differently Based on the Type of Practice Setting? Journal of  Neurologic Physical Therapy, 34(3), 175–176.
  • Gobert, D. V., Liao, U., Grattan, S., & Marie, M. N. (2010). Comparison of Ankle Strategies for Balance in  Persons after Mild Head Injury. Faculty Publications-Physical Therapy. Retrieved from http://ecommons.txstate.edu/phytfacp/1
  • Komogortsev, O. V., Gobert, D., Jayarathna, S., Koh, D. H., & Gowda, S. (2010). Standardization of Automated Analysis of Oculomotor Fixation and Saccadic Behaviors. IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering, 57(11), 2635–2645.
  • Komogortsev, O. V., Gobert, D. V., & Dai, Z. (2010). Classification Algorithm for Saccadic Oculomotor Behavior. San Marcos, TX: Texas State University - San Marcos. Retrieved from http://ecommons.txstate.edu/cscitrep/18/

2009

  • Gobert, D. V., & Komogortsev, O. V. (2009). Computerized Assessment of Oculomotor Dysfunction in Persons with MTBI, Brain Injury.

2008

  • Gobert, D. (2008). What’s New for 2008! Vestibular Rehabilitation SIG Newsletter- APTA Neurology Section: American Physical Therapy Association.
  • Gobert, D. D. (2008). A Multidiscipline Approach to Concussion Management for College Athletes. Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation, 23(5), 342–343. https://doi.org/doi: 10.1097/01.HTR.0000336854.60069.7c
  • Gobert, D. V. (2008). Pilot Study: Exploring Neurophysiological and Neuropsychological Behaviors in Active Persons after Mild Head Injury. Research Enhancement Program Final Reports. Retrieved from http://ecommons.txstate.edu/osp_regs/159

2007

  • Gobert, D. (2007). A Giant Step Toward Vision 2020. Vestibular Rehabilitation SIG Newsletter- APTA Neurology Section: American Physical Therapy Association.

2005

  • Gobert, D., Papazis, J., Ramos, L., & Smalls, D. (2005). Optimizing Recovery after Limb Loss in Military Amputee Patients: Advanced Remediation Strategies (S50 ed., Vol. 37, pp. 1615–1621).
  • Timberlake, G. T., Sharma, M. K., Grose, S. A., Gobert, D. V., Gauch, J. M., & Maino, J. H. (2005). Retinal Location of the Preferred Locus Relative to the Fovea in Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscope Images. Optometry and Vision Science, 82(3). https://doi.org/177-85.PMID:15767869[PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
  • Shin, Y. J., Gobert, D. V., Sung, S., Park, J. B., & Powers, E. J. (2005). Application of Cross Time-Frequency Analysis for to Postural Sway Behavior: the Effects of Aging and Visual Systems. IEEE Trans Biomedical Engineering, 52(2).

2004

  • Gobert, D., Karlsen, E. A., Maino, J. A., & Santos, M. (2004). Visual-Vestibular Function in Patients Following an Acoustic Neuroma Resection (Vol. 162).
  • John, E., Santos, M., Bouckhout, V., Jernigan, S., Kapros, I., & Gobert, D. (2004). Cardiovascular Response of Chronic Stroke Survivors to a Resistance Exercise Training Program.
  • Billinger, S., Cho, J., Bouckhout, V., & Gobert, D. (2004). Total Body Reciprocal Training Improves Hand Function in Chronic Stroke Survivors.

2003

  • Timberlake, G. T., Sharma, M. K., Gobert, D. V., & Maino, J. H. (2003). Distortion and size calibration of the scanning laser ophthalmoscope (SLO) laser-beam raster. Optometry and Vision Science, 80(11), 772–777.

2001

  • McGinty, T. L., Brien, J., Gobert, D., & Hunter, D. (2001). "Examining the relationships between ADHD and EquiTest performance in children 6âÐ 12 years of age. Neurology Report, 25(136).

1999

  • Gobert, D. (1999). Vestibular Rehabilitation: Sensory Retraining for Balance. World CEU Publications.

1996

  • Abraham, L., Childs, N., McWilliams, H., Chitre, R., Chou, S., Gobert, D., & Waddell, D. (1996). Assessment of changes in ankle plantar flexor spasticity following intramuscular Botox injections. Society for Neuroscience: Abstracts, 22.

1990

  • Russell, I., Hendrickson, W., Harris, G., & Gobert, D. (1990). A comparison of two methods for facilitating clinical data integration by medical students. Academic Medicine, 65(5), 333–340.