Wheel World News Issue 44 May | Page 12

My name is James Lynskey. I am a physical therapist and neuroscientist, and have been faculty in the Physical Therapy Department at A.T. Still University for the past 13 years. I teach neuroscience to entry level Doctor of Physical Therapy Students, and spinal cord injury rehabilitation to our Neurologic Physical Therapy Residents. My research has focused on promoting recovery and plasticity in people with neurological injuries.

Personally, I try to give back to the community through volunteering with multiple organizations. Over the years I have volunteered with Ability 360, the Barrow Connection, Give Kids a Smile, The Day for

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Each month, we want to highlight a professional that works within the spinal cord injury community, hear their story and read about all the remarkable things they provide individuals within the community.

This month, we are highlighting Jim Lynskey with A.T. Still University. He is going to tell us about who he is, what he contributes to the community, and what he enjoys most about it. Take a moment to read more about Jim.

This month, meet...

Jim Lynskey