Faculty Profile for Dr. Jacob L Garza
Dr. Jacob L Garza
Clinical Assistant Professor — Department of Physical Therapy
WILW 336
phone: (512) 716-2653
Biography Section
Biography and Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology 2007 - UMHBDoctor of Physical Therapy 2011 - Texas State University
Teaching Interests
Movement system impairments are my passion. I'm interested in teaching students about the physical changes induced by repetitive movements and sustained postures. Thus, impacting the way we move, subsequently, leading to pain.Selected Scholarly/Creative Work
- Garza, J. L., & Rich, A. J. (2024). Parsonage-Turner Syndrome: A Case Report on Patient Presentation and Differential Diagnosis. Journal of Orthpaedic and Sports Physical Therapy Cases, 4(4), 176–179.
- Stickley, L. A., Garza, J., & Gibbs, K. (2023). Analysis of Student Use of Textbooks in an Entry-Level Physical Therapist Program. Journal of Allied Health, 52(2), e61–e69.
Selected Awards
- Award / Honor Recipient: Texas State University Outstanding Faculty Member in Teaching, Department of Physical Therapy. 2021
- Award / Honor Recipient: Texas State University Outstanding Faculty Member in Teaching, College of Health Professions. 2021
- Award / Honor Recipient: Texas State University Outstanding Faculty Member in Teaching, Department of Physical Therapy. 2020
Selected Grants
- Song, Ahyoung (Principal), Garza, Jacob L (Co-Principal). Neuromuscular Coordination Patterns in Older Adults With and Without Fall History during Functional Walking Task, Research Enhancement Program (REP), Texas State University, Texas State University, $15974. (Submitted: October 6, 2023, Funded: January 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025). Grant.