I have been asked many times why I am a Physical Therapist. Why didn’t I go to medical school or choose another profession? I am proud to be part of a profession in which I’ve had so many opportunities to grow and learn. I have been able to work closely with patients and assist in restoring their function, mobility and well-being. Perhaps growing up on a vegetable farm in the Midwest instilled a desire to use my hands skillfully in my work. Gaining knowledge of the art and science of our profession from many skilled professors of Physical Therapy, I have been drawn to the practice of manual physical therapy. I have practiced in a variety of settings such as private practice, hospitals, home health, and now teaching at a university. My interests and awareness in medical screening and treatment of the spine have progressed in these environments.
The academic setting constantly challenges me to learn more which is something I have always enjoyed. Students constantly challenge me to grow and I learn a great deal from them. They are a source of inspiration and motivate me to become a better clinician and researcher. I am privileged to work in a university like Bellarmine where teaching and the spirit of discovery are cultivated.
Education and Certification
BS, Physical Therapy, University of Louisville
MSc, Specialty Track - Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, Institute of Physical Therapy-St. Augustine
DPT University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
MTC-Certified Manual Physical Therapist
OCS-Certified Orthopaedic Specialist, American Physical Therapy Association
FAAOMPT, Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists
Courses Taught Bellarmine University
PT 635 Pathophysiology of Complex Patient Problems
PT 540 Functional Anatomy
PT 560 Basic Patient Problems
PT 525 Human Performance and Health Promotion
PT 650 Clinical Measures and Treatment II
PT 685 Professional & Legal Issues in Physical Therapy
PT 691 & PT 692 Service Learning III & IV
PT 611 Clinical Education I
PT 622 Clinical Education II
PT 710 Internship I
PT 720 Internship II
PT 730 Internship III
University of St. Augustine-Online Division & Continuing Education Seminars:
HSC 6400E Medical Diagnostics
PHT 6201 Introduction to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation
HSC 6360 Spinal Instability
Hypermobility & Instability of the Lumbar Spine: Clinical Management in Physical Therapy. Kentucky Physical Therapy Association
S1-Introduction to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation; Institute of Physical Therapy ?
USA
Manipulation in First Professional Physical Therapy Programs: A Workshop for Faculty and Clinical Instructors
S4: Functional Analysis & Management of the Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex: University of St Augustine
Professional Presentations
Moderator: Manual Therapy Education Group, New Orleans LA
Manual Physical Therapy and the Costal Cage: Relationships with and Impact on Upper Quarter Function-Timothy Joe Crunk
Presenter: Groin Pain in the Athlete: Clinical Rehabilitation of the Hip and Pelvis.
Frazier Rehab Institute, Louisville KY
Invited lecture to the students and staff of Curtin University Physiotherapy Program-Manipulative Techniques in the USA
Moderator: Manual Therapy Education Committee, St. Louis MO
Manual Physical Therapy Intervention in the Patient with Craniomandibular Dysfunction: Mariano Rocabado
Invited Session Speaker to the APTA National Student Conclave: Manipulation and Manual Physical Therapy: From Classroom to Clinic Valley Forge, PA
Invited Presentation: Florida Physical Therapy Association : Instability and Differential Diagnosis of the Lumbar Spine, Pelvis & Hip
Invited Lecture: An Introduction to High Velocity Thrust Techniques for Physical Therapists. Krannert School of Physical Therapy; University of Indianapolis.
PT 688 Orthopaedic/Manual Therapy Specialty Seminar
Professional Activities
Member, American Physical Therapy Association (APTA);
Oncology Section,
Education Section,
Women’s Health Section
Orthopaedic Section
Chair of the Nominating Committee of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy (AAOMPT) 2002
Member of the Education Committee AAOMPT 2004-present
Secretary of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy (AAOMPT)
Member of the Steering Committee for the Orthopaedic Practice Review Tool for the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
Member of the Advisory Panel to the AAOMPT Task Force for the Description of Specialty Practice in Manual Physical Therapy
Examining Review Board Member- American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists 2002-present
Awards
Kees-Goebel Award for Professionalism
Dennis Lesch Award for Clinical Excellence
Outstanding Graduate Student Award USA DETC
Scholarship Research Interests
Investigating the role of the hormones on pelvic floor contraction
Investigating the morphology of the Lumbar Multifidus.
Identifying the evidence relative to contraindication for spinal manipulation.
Developing teaching strategies to enhance instruction in spinal manipulation.
Investigating Lumbar Multifidus function after spinal manipulation
Abstracts/Presentations
Wiegand, MR, Veigl, V, Finn (Lonnemann), ME and Trueblood, BE. The effects of topical application of cold on concentric and eccentric muscle strength. American Physical Therapy Association Conference, Anaheim, CA, 1990.
Paris, Catherine Patla, Lonnemann, M. Elaine. Manual Therapy for the Thorax Following Open Heart Surgery APTA Combined Sections Meeting, February 1997. Poster Presentation.
Lonnemann, Elaine, Paris SV, Gorniak G. The Morphology of the Human Lumbar Multifidus Poster Presentation IFOMT 96 Norway
Lonnemann, Elaine, Paris SV, Gorniak G. The Morphology of the Human Lumbar Multifidus Poster Presentation KY Chapter APTA Fall Conference 1998
Danzl M, Lonnemann E, Boyce D. Examining Oral Contraception as a Contraindication for Spinal Manipulation (High Velocity Thrusts): a Literature Review. APTA Combined Sections Meeting, February 2006. Platform Presentation
Bush, S, Ulanowski E, Lonnemann M. Elaine. Examining the Efficacy of McKenzie Therapy for Treatment of Low Back Pain. KY Chapter APTA Spring Conference 07.
Office Ergonomics Partnership with Trover Solutions and Bellarmine University Physical Therapy Program- Kiefer C, Redmon D, Tingle & Lonnemann E. Presented at KPTA Central District Meeting Dec 2007
Lonnemann E. Hare J. Efficacy of dexamethasone delivered via iontophoresis for treatment of the rheumatoid arthritic elbow: Case report. Platform Presentation APTA Combined Sections Meeting Nashville 2008.
Tingle S, Kiefer C, Redmon D, Lonnemann ME. The Systematic Development of an Evidence-Based Ergonomic Training Module: A Community Partner Project. Platform Presentation KPTA Spring Conference Bowling Green May 2008
Danzl M, Lonnemann E, Boyce D. Examining Oral Contraception as a Contraindication for High Velocity Thrust Spinal Manipulation: a Literature Review. Platform Presentation: International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapists. Rotterdam, Netherlands June 12, 2008
Tingle S, Redmon D, Kiefer C, Lonnemann M: The Systematic Development of an Evidence-
Based Ergonomic Training Module: A Community Partner Project. Accepted for presentation at
the 2009 APTA Combined Sections Meeting in Las Vegas NV
Publications
Padgett, B., Lonnemann E. Interdisciplinary Patient Management between Occupational and Physical Therapists: A Case Study in Collaborative and Ethical Concerns. Prepared for the Third International Conference on Healthcare Systems May, 2004
Lonnemann E, Paris SV, Gorniak G. A Morphological Comparison of the Human Lumbar Multifidus by Chemical Dissection. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Physical Therapy, Vol. 16: 4, pp 84-92
Textbook Chapters
Lonnemann. M. Elaine. Functional Anatomy of the Sacroiliac Joint. In Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets. Placzek J & Boyce D (Eds.) Philadelphia, PA: Hanley & Belfus, Inc, 2001.
Lonnemann. M. Elaine. Sacroiliac Dysfunctions In Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets. Placzek J & Boyce D (Eds.) Philadelphia, PA: Hanley & Belfus, Inc, 2001.
Paris, SV and Lonnemann, ME. Mechanical Low Back Pain. in Orthopedic Physical Therapy Secrets. Placzek, JD, Boyce, DA, eds., Philadelphia, PA: Hanley & Belfus, Inc, 2005
Lonnemann. M. Elaine. Functional Anatomy of the Sacroiliac Joint. In Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets. Placzek J & Boyce D (Eds.) Philadelphia, PA: Hanley & Belfus, Inc, 2005.
Lonnemann. M. Elaine. Sacroiliac Dysfunctions In Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets. Placzek J & Boyce D (Eds.) Philadelphia, PA: Hanley & Belfus, Inc, 2005.
Lonnemann M. Elaine. The Sacroiliac Joint. In Orthopedic Rehabilitation Clinical Advisor by Derrick Sueki. Elsevier; Mosby Inc., 2009
I have been asked many times why I am a Physical Therapist. Why didn’t I go to medical school or choose another profession? I am proud to be part of a profession in which I’ve had so many opportunities to grow and learn. I have been able to work closely with patients and assist in restoring their function, mobility and well-being. Perhaps growing up on a vegetable farm in the Midwest instilled a desire to use my hands skillfully in my work. Gaining knowledge of the art and science of our profession from many skilled professors of Physical Therapy, I have been drawn to the practice of manual physical therapy. I have practiced in a variety of settings such as private practice, hospitals, home health, and now teaching at a university. My interests and awareness in medical screening and treatment of the spine have progressed in these environments.