David Smelser

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Georgia State University (2016)
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, Florida College (2013)

Clinical Expertise
Orthopedics
Vestibular rehabilitation
Dry needling

Research Interests
Clinician-patient communication and education
Conservative management of ACL-deficient athletes

Selected Presentations
Smelser D, Robbins K, Hopkins P, Irwin J. Effectiveness of taping for reducing pain in patients with plantar fasciitis : A systematic review and meta-analysis. Presented at: Southeast American College of Sports Medicine Regional Chapter Meeting, Greenville, SC. 2016.

Smelser D, Robbins K, Hopkins P, Irwin J. Effectiveness of taping for reducing pain in patients with plantar fasciitis as compared to other conservative treatments: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Presented at: Physical Therapy Association of Georgia Fall Conference, Pine Mountain, GA. 2015.

Memberships
APTA (2013-Present)
PTAG (2013-Present)

Awards and Honors
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Georgia State University Department of Physical Therapy Distinguished Alumnus