Beyond Traditional Physical Therapy: Exploring New Paths in Metabolic Care
July 26 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
This session introduces caregivers and patients to alternative therapy options—including aquatic therapy, hippotherapy, and emerging modalities like red light therapy and compression recovery systems. Presenters will explain how these approaches may support strength, endurance, and overall function, while offering practical guidance on safety, access, and real-world use. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to thoughtfully incorporate these therapies into everyday care.
About the Speaker
Pamela Tucker, DPT, PT
Dr. Pamela Tucker, PT, DPT, is a physical therapist at Bethany Children's Health Center, where she practices on the medical rehabilitation unit, specializing in the care of medically complex pediatric patients. She earned her undergraduate degree from Duke University and her doctorate in Physical Therapy from Franklin Pierce University.
Dr. Tucker brings a diverse clinical background spanning acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient physical therapy, with experience treating infant, pediatric, and adult populations. Her clinical expertise focuses on neurorehabilitation, functional mobility, and optimizing participation and independence across the continuum of care.
A recognized national and international speaker, Dr. Tucker has contributed to the advancement of rehabilitation practice through multiple peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations. She is committed to translating evidence into practice and advancing interdisciplinary care for individuals with complex medical and neurological conditions. Her research interests include physical therapy interventions for children with inherited metabolic disorders, aquatic physical therapy, concussion management, and robotic-assisted mobility training. Dr. Tucker is currently working on a physical therapy protocol to recover from rhabdomyolysis.
Brian Weber, DPT, CFMT, FFMT, FAFS, FAAOMPT
Brian Weber, DPT, CFMT, FFMT, FAFS, FAAOMPT is the founder of KINECIO Physical Therapy in Woodbury, Minnesota, where he specializes in second opinions and complex case management. Dr. Weber received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Iowa and completed fellowships in Functional Manual Therapy through the Institute of Physical Art and Applied Functional Science through the Gray Institute. His work focuses on integrating advanced manual therapy, movement science, and whole-body clinical reasoning to improve movement, performance, and quality of life.
