Assistant Professor

Jill Hipskind, DPT

Jill Hipskind, PT, DPT, Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Certification in Manual Therapy is a professor of Physical Therapy in the College of Health and Human Services. Dr. Hipskind teaches musculoskeletal therapeutics to students within the DPT program. With a doctorate from St. Ambrose University, Hipskind assists with the Orthopedic Residency Program offered through St. Ambrose. Her specialty is in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy.

Contact Us

Center for Health Sciences Education Office 264

563-333-5891

HipskindJill@sau.edu

Education and Training

Orthopaedic Residency, St. Ambrose University
DPT, St. Ambrose University
BS, St. Ambrose University, Exercise Science and Psychology

Recent Publications

O'Malley M, Hipskind J, Farrell K, Gardner C. The Effectiveness of Manual Physical Therapy to the Cervical Spine to Improve Upper Extremity Pain and Weakness in a Patient with Lateral Epicondylalgia: A Case Report. AAOMPT Annual Conference.
October, 2019
Hipskind J, Gardner C. Differentiation of Upper Cervical Spine Pathologies. Genesis Health Systems, Davenport, IA. August, 2018
Hipskind J. Initial Physical Therapy Management for Shoulder Pain. 5th Annual ORA Conference for Primary Care, Bettendorf, IA. October, 2015

Presentations

Mendenhall J, Pospischil K, Pospischil E, Gardner C, Hipskind J, McEachern L. Differentiation of Cervical Radiculopathy Versus Thoracic Outlet Syndrome in a Patient with Lateral Shoulder Pain: A Case Study. AAOMPT Annual Conference. October, 2024 (Poster Presentation)
Schrader J, Gardner C, Hipskind J, McEachern L, Wendling K. Effectiveness of Manual Therapy Targeting the Proximal Spinal Interface for a Patient Referred for Morton’s Neuroma: A Case Report. AAOMPT Annual Conference. October, 2024 (Poster Presentation)
Schlarmann S, McEachern L, Gardner C, Hipskind J. Effectiveness of Manual Therapy for the Treatment of Neuromechanical Sensitivity in a Patient Status Post Lumpectomy and Radiation Breast Cancer Treatment. AAOMPT Annual Conference. October, 2024 (Platform Presentation)
Hazer K, Hipskind J, Farrell K, Gardner, C. Acute Development of Cervicogenic Dizziness Immediately Following Treatment of Vestibular Hypofunction: A Case Report. AAOMPT Annual Conference. October, 2022 (Poster Presentation)
O’Malley M, Hipskind J, Farrell K, Gardner C. The Effectiveness of Manual Physical Therapy to the Cervical Spine to Improve Upper Extremity Pain and Weakness in a Patient with Lateral Epicondylalgia: A Case Report. AAOMPT Annual Conference, Orlando, FL. 2019 (Poster Presentation)

Courses Taught

Human Gross Anatomy

In-depth study of human anatomy as it applies to the practice of physical therapy. Lectures are complemented by student-performed regional dissection of human cadavers, instructor-prepared prosections, and computer-assisted instruction. Emphasis is placed on examining the relationship between the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and vascular systems of the body.
Human Gross Anatomy Lab

Pathology and Medical Management I

This course will explore the nature and cause of disease, as well as the current medical management and role of the therapist in the treatment of human disease. Specifically, we will identify the structural and physiologic changes caused by a variety of human diseases. Emphasis will be placed on clinical presentation, etiology, pathophysiology, and current medical management of each disease discussed. The role of the physical therapist in the management of these diseases will be presented. Diseases will be discussed in relation to organ systems after discussion of basic pathologic principles. These include: immune, infectious, endocrine, cardiovascular, hematological, lymphatic, gastrointestinal, respiratory, pediatric, musculoskeletal and neurological.

Pathology and Medical Management II

This course is the second in a two-course sequence that builds on the DPT 520 course. Consistent themes of clinical presentation, etiology, pathophysiology, and current medical management of each disease, as well as the role of the physical therapist, continue to be emphasized. This course requires utilization of all knowledge and skills developed in DPT 520. DPT 525 adds medical management of additional diseases in the integumentary, hepatic and biliary, reproductive and renal systems.

Evidence Based Practice I

This course is the first in a four-course series that covers topics relevant to clinical research and the principles of evidence-based practice. This course focuses on developing clinical questions and searching for intervention, diagnostic, and prognostic studies. For each study type, emphasis will be placed on research design, sound measurement principles, statistical tests and how to use the studies to answer clinical questions. A major portion of the course will emphasize the critical appraisal and synthesis of the findings of clinical research.

Musculoskeletal Therapeutics II

This is the second of a two-course sequence that builds on the DPT 620 course. Key themes, including the quadrant approach, clinical reasoning, lifespan considerations, cultural humility, and patient-first approach continue to be emphasized throughout the course. This course builds upon the knowledge and skills developed in DPT 620 with a more in-depth focus on the spine and introduction of the temperomandibular joint. Manual therapy, to include thrust manipulation (thoracic and lumbar spine), is taught in this course. This course is cross curricular in nature, primarily focused on patients with musculoskeletal conditions but considering impairments from other systems.

Applied Anatomy and Physiology

This course is designed to help students understand and apply anatomical and physiological principles that influence physical therapy practice. Information will build upon prior basic and clinical science course work. An emphasis will be placed on understanding how systemic and cellular adaptations that result from both intrinsic (e.g.: disease, aging) and extrinsic factors (e.g.: injury, training, and pharmacologic intervention) influence rehabilitation. Examples will cross all major practice pattern categories (musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary) and the life-span. Students will integrate this knowledge into examination, evaluation, and the development of care plans.