Scott W. Lowe, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT | Department of Physical Therapy
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SCOTT LOWE, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT
Assistant Professor

Scott Lowe, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT
Department of Physical Therapy
scottlo1@pcom.edu
770-682-2314
PCOM Georgia
Publications and Selected Works

Dr. Lowe joined the PCOM Georgia faculty in August 2022. His areas of clinical expertise include musculoskeletal, manual therapy, sports and pain science. Additionally, he has taught in orthopedic residency programs and presented at multiple national conferences. He has been involved in many facets of the American Physical Therapy Association Georgia Chapter and currently serves on committees focused on research, orthopedics and legislative advocacy.

Education

  • BSEd in Athletic Training, The University of Georgia (2011)
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, The University of North Georgia (2014)
  • Residency in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Upstream Rehab Institute (2016)
  • Fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy, Upstream Rehab Institute (2022)

Courses

  • Clinical Kinesiology
  • Musculoskeletal Management I
  • Musculoskeletal Management II
  • Principles of Evidence Based Practice
  • Evidence Based Practice: Design and Statistics

Research

Dr. Lowe's research interests include the healthcare decision-making process, neck pain and headaches, persistent pain and pain measurement, and patient-reported functional outcome assessment.

Publications

Peer Reviewed Manuscripts
  • Lowe SW, Hughey, C., Fair, B. et al. Associations between state and trait anxiety on pain-pressure threshold: a pilot study. Bull Fac Phys Ther 30, 45 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1186/s43161-025-00305-y
  • Lowe SW, Mackie DW. Shared decision-making in physical therapy: a scoping review. Physical Therapy Reviews. Published online June 20, 2025:1-10. doi:10.1080/10833196.2025.2520681
  • Williams BC, Lowe SW, McConnell RC, Subialka JA. An overview of systematic reviews investigating clinical features for diagnosing neck pain and its associated disorders. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy. Published online December 13, 2024:1-13. doi:10.1080/10669817.2024.2436403
  • Lowe SW. The use of artificial intelligence in crafting a novel method for teaching normal human gait. European Journal of Physiotherapy. Published online August 18, 2024:1-5. https://doi.org/10.1080/21679169.2024.2393136
  • Lowe SW “The role of artificial intelligence in Physical Therapy education.” Bull Fac Phys Ther 29, 13 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s43161-024-00177-8
Peer Reviewed Presentations
  • Research Poster Presentation, Anani M, Keith K, Khang D, Lowe SW Effect of Talocrural Joint Manipulation on pain sensitivity for Patients with Achilles Tendinopathy, Research poster presented at APTA Georgia Annual Meeting, March 29th, 2025, Atlanta, GA
  • Research Poster Presentation, Lowe SW, Smith M, Bikkers J, Physical Therapists Attitudes, Beliefs, and Usage of Shared Decision Making, Research poster presented at APTA Georgia Annual Meeting, March 29th, 2025, Atlanta, GA
  • Research Poster Presentation, Mackie DW, Lowe SW, Shared Decision Making in Physical Therapy: A Scoping Review Research poster presented at APTA Georgia Annual Meeting, April 13th, 2024, Smyrna, GA
  • Research Poster Presentation, Lowe SW, Wiley JJ, Self-Reported Confidence of Doctor of Physical Therapy Students in Assessing and Treating Different Body Regions Within Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Practice, Research Poster Presented at APTA Combined Sections Meeting, February 16th, 2024, Boston, MA
  • Research Poster Presentation, Lowe SW, Williams BC, McConnell RC, Subialka, JA. Diagnostic utility of tests and measures for neck and neck-related pain: A systematic review. Research Poster Presentation at AAOMPT Conference, October 25th 2023, St. Louis, MO.
  • Research Poster Presentation “Impact of repeated BOT2 Administration on Score Attainment: A Case Report” APTA Combined Sections Meeting February 5th 2014, Las Vegas, NV

Memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapist (AAOMPT)
  • American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
  • Academy of Orthopedic Physical Therapy
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