Updated 10/6/2010
Gregory Michael Gutierrez, PhD
ADDRESS
Home: Office:
410 Adelphi Street #1 Department of Physical Therapy
Brooklyn, NY 11238 New York University
646-221-7534 (c) 380 Second Ave, Room 423
New York, NY 10010
212-998-9408 (o)
EDUCATION
2005 – 2008, University of Delaware, Newark, DE
Doctor of Philosophy, Engineering: Biomechanics & Movement Science (BIOMS)
Major Areas of Study: Biomechanics, Sports Medicine, Mechanical Engineering, Neurophysiology, Human Anatomy, Computer Programming
Dissertation Title: “Neuromuscular Control in Ankle Instability”
1999 – 2005, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
2003 – 2005: Master of Science, Exercise and Sports Science, Biomechanics
Thesis Title: “Effects of an Eight-Week Resistance Training Program on Balance in Person with Multiple Sclerosis”
1999 – 2002: Bachelor of Science with Highest Honors, Exercise Physiology
Thesis Title: “Postural Sway Characteristics of Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis”
SCHOLARSHIP
Refereed Journal Publications:
Schmid, S., Moffat, M., Gutierrez, G.M. Effect of knee joint cooling on the electromyographic activity of lower extremity muscles during a plyometric exercise. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 20 (6): 1075-1081, Dec 2010.
Gutierrez, G.M., Kaminski, T.W. A novel dynamic ankle-supinating device. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 26 (1): 114-121, Feb 2010.
Gutierrez, G.M., Kaminski, T.W. Douex, A.T. Neuromuscular control and ankle instability. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 1 (4): 359-365, Apr 2009.
Tillman, M.D., Gullett, J.C., Gutierrez G.M., Chow, J.W. A biomechanical comparison of back and front squats in healthy trained individuals. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 23 (1): 284-292, Jan 2009.
Jackson, N.S, Gutierrez, G.M., Kaminski, T.W. The effect of fatigue and habituation on the stretch reflex of the ankle musculature. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 19 (1): 75-84, Jan 2009.
Gutierrez, G.M., Jackson, N.S, Dorr, K.A., Margiotta, S.E., Kaminski, T.W. Effect of fatigue on neuromuscular function at the ankle. Journal of Sports Rehabilitation, 16 (4): 295-306, Nov 2007.
Kaminski, T.W., Wikstrom, A.M., Gutierrez, G.M., Glutting, J.J. Purposeful heading during a season does not influence cognitive function or balance in female soccer players. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology, 29 (7): 742-751, Oct 2007.
Conlon, T.J., Walter, G.A., Owen, R., Cossette, T., Erger, K., Gutierrez, G., Goetzman, E., Matern, D., Vockley, J., Flotte, T.R. Systemic correction of a fatty acid oxidation defect by intramuscular injection of a recombinant adeno-associated virus vector. Human Gene Therapy, 17 (1): 71-80, Jan 2006.
Gutierrez, G.M., Chow, J.W., Tillman, M.D., McCoy, S., Castellano, V., White, L.J. Resistance training improves gait kinematics in persons with multiple sclerosis. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 86 (9): 1824-9, Sep 2005.
White, L.J., McCoy, S.C., Castellano, V., Gutierrez, G.M., Stevens, J.E., Walter G.A., Vandenborne, K. Resistance training improves strength and functional capacity in persons with multiple sclerosis. Multiple Sclerosis, 10 (6): 668-74, Dec 2004.
Refereed Journal Publications (in Preparation):
Gutierrez, G.M., Knight, C.A., Swanik, C.B., Royer, T., Manal, K., Caulfield, B., Kaminski, T.W. Examining neuromuscular control during landings on a supinating platform in those with ankle instability. Journal of Physiology, In Preparation.
Pozzi, F., Moffat, M., Gutierrez, G.M. Effects of ankle instability and local muscle fatigue on neuromuscular control during performance of the Star Excursion Balance Test.Journal of Athletic Training, In Preparation.
Pozzi, F.and Gutierrez, G.M. Effects of ankle instability and local muscle fatigue on stepping up and down in continuous gait.Journal of Biomechanics, In Preparation.
Published Abstracts and Conference Proceedings:
Gutierrez, G.M., Kaminski, T.W. (2010, Aug) Is ankle instability a central or peripheral issue? Poster Presentation at the 34th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB); Providence, RI. Proceedings of the 34th Annual ASB Meeting.
Pozzi, F., Gutierrez, G.M., Moffat, M. (2010, Aug) Biomechanical analysis of stepping down during continuous gait following ankle evertor fatigue: a pilot study. Poster Presentation at the 34th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB); Providence, RI. Proceedings of the 34th Annual ASB Meeting.
Kaminski, T.W., Fox, K.E., Swanik, C.B., Edwards, D.G., Gutierrez, G.M. (2010, Jun) Monitoring lower leg blood flow during sequential contrast therapy treatments using a simulated injury model. Free Communication/Poster Presentation at the 57th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); Baltimore, MD. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 42(5).
Gutierrez, G.M., Pozzi, F. (2010, May) Biomechanical analysis of stepping up and down from a step in individuals with ankle instability: a pilot study. Poster Presentation at the 2nd Joint ESMAC (European Society of Movement Analysis in Adults and Children) – GCMAS (Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Society) Meeting; Miami, FL. Proceedings of the 2010 JEGM meeting.
Gutierrez, G.M. Kaminski, T.W. (2009, Oct) Preparatory and reactive muscle activity and kinematics during landings on a supinating platform in person with ankle instability. Podium Presentation at the 4th International Ankle Symposium; Sydney, Australia. Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 37(10), A-11.
Gutierrez, G.M., Kaminski, T.W. (2009, Jun) A novel ankle supinating device. Free Communication /Poster Presentation at the 56th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); Seattle, WA. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 41(5), S464.
Douex, A.T., Gutierrez, G.M., Kaminski, T.W. (2008, Jun) Validation of a novel functional fatigue protocol using knee joint torque and electromyography. Free Communication/Poster Presentation at the 55th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); Indianapolis, IN. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 40(5), S479.
Neeld, K., Douex, A.T., Gutierrez, G.M., Kaminski, T.W. (2008, Apr) Strength and stretch reflex characteristics in collegiate ice hockey players. Poster Presentation at the 123rd National Convention of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD); Ft. Worth, TX. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 79(1), Supplement: A-97.
Gutierrez, G.M., Jackson, N.D., Kaminski, T.W. (2007, Jun) Habituation and fatigue in the stretch reflex of the ankle. Free Communicaton/Poster Presentation at the 54th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); New Orleans, NO. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 39(5), S265.
Gutierrez, G.M., Jackson, N.D., Kaminski, T.W. (2006, Sep) The effect of fatigue on stretch reflex latency of the ankle musculature. Podium Presentation at the 3rd International Ankle Symposium; Dublin, Ireland. Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 36(11), A-12.
Gustavsen, G.P., Gutierrez, G.M., Kaminski, T.W. (2006, Sep) The effects of a single electrical nerve stimulation of the peroneal nerve on the symptoms and neuromuscular deficits associated with chronic ankle instability. Poster Presentation at the 3rd International Ankle Symposium; Dublin, Ireland. Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 36(11), A-21.
Gutierrez, G.M., Surdam, N.S, Dorr, K., Margiotta, S, Kaminski, T.W. (2006, Jun) Effect of fatigue on neural activity of the ankle musculature. Free Communication /Poster Presentation at the 53rd Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); Denver, CO. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 38(5), S445.
Surdam, N.S, Dorr, K., Margiotta, S, Gutierrez, G.M., Kaminski, T.W. (2006, Jan) Effect of fatigue on neuromuscular activity of the ankle. Podium Presentation at the 2006 Eastern Athletic Trainer’s Association (EATA) Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Philadelphia, PA. Proceedings of the 2006 EATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium. [EATA Undergraduate Student Award Finalist 2006]
Gutierrez, G.M., Chow, J.W., Tillman, M.D., White, L.J. (2005, Jun) Effect of strength training on static balance in persons with multiple sclerosis – A preliminary study. Free Communication /Poster Presentation at the 52nd Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); Nashville, TN. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 37(5), S189.
Tillman, M.D., Gullett, J.C., Gutierrez G.M., Chow, J.W. (2004, Sept) Knee joint kinetics and lower extremity muscle activation during front and back squats. Poster Presentation at the 28th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB), Portland, OR. Proceedings of the 28th Annual ASB Meeting.
White, L.J., Castellano, V., Gutierrez G.M., McCoy, S.C., Patel, D.I., Dressendorfer, R.H. (2005, Jun) Long-term resistance training improves ambulatory performance in patients with multiple sclerosis. Free Communication /Podium Presentation at the 52nd Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); Nashville, TN. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 37(5), S126-7.
Gutierrez, G.M., Chow, J.W., Tillman, M.D., Castellano, V., McCoy, S.C., White, L.J. (2004, Jun) Effects of resistance training on gait kinematics of individuals with multiple sclerosis. Free Communication /Poster Presentation at the 51st Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); Indianapolis, IN. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 36(5), S266.
Tillman, M.D., Chow, J.W., Gutierrez, G.M., Hass, C.J. (2004, Jun) Biomechanical comparison of two lower extremity exercise machines used for knee injury rehabilitation. Free Communication /Poster Presentation at the 51st Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); Indianapolis, IN. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 36(5), S288.
White, L.J., Castellano, V., McCoy, S.C., Gutierrez, G.M., Stevens, J.E., Vandenborne, K., Walter G.A. (2004, Jun) Resistance training improves strength and function in multiple sclerosis. Free Communication /Podium Presentation at the 51st Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); Indianapolis, IN. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 36(5), S305-6.
Tillman, M.D., Chow, J.W., Gutierrez, G.M., Hass, C.J. (2003, Sept) A comparison of lower extremity muscle activity during exercise on a cycle ergometer and recumbent stepper. Poster Presentation at the 27th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB), Toledo, OH. Proceedings of the 27th Annual ASB Meeting.
Chow, J.W., Tillman, M.D., Gutierrez, G.M., Hass, C.J. (2003, Sept) An electromyographic comparison of parallel and trap bar squats. Poster Presentation at the 27th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB), Toledo, OH. Proceedings of the 27th Annual ASB Meeting.
White, L.J., Gutierrez, G.M., McCoy, S.C., Castellano, V., Stevens, J.E., Vandenborne, K., & Chow J.W. (2003, Sept) Resistance training in multiple sclerosis improves strength and functional capacity. Podium Presentation at the Annual World Congress and Exposition on Disabilities, Orlando, FL. Proceedings for the Annual World Congress and Exposition on Disabilities.
Gutierrez, G.M., Chow, J.W., White, L.J., Tillman, M.D. (2003, Jun) Postural sway characteristics of multiple sclerosis (MS) individuals of different disability statuses. Free Communication /Poster Presentation at the 51st Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); San Francisco, CA. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 35(5), S232.
Tillman, M.D., Chow, J.W., Gutierrez, G.M., Hass, C.J. (2003, Jun) The influence of seat position on lower extremity mechanics during recumbent stepping. Free Communication /Poster Presentation at the 51st Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); San Francisco, CA. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 35(5), S97.
White, L.J., Stevens, J.E., Gutierrez, G.M., McCoy, S.C., Chow, J.W. (2003, Jun) Quadriceps strength and central activation in multiple sclerosis. Free Communication /Podium Presentation at the 51st Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); San Francisco, CA. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 35(5), S350.
Invited Speaker/Panelist:
Dominican College, Department of Physical Therapy, Orangeburg, NY. (Apr, 2010) Expert Panelist. “Funding for physical therapy research with the passing of the Affordable Healthcare for America bill”
New York University, Department of Physical Therapy Doctoral Colloquium, New York, NY. (Sept, 2008) Invited Speaker/Oral Presentation. “Neuromuscular Control and Ankle Instability”
University of Delaware, Exercise Science Seminar Series, Newark, DE. (Apr, 2006) Invited Speaker/Oral Presentation. “Stretch Reflex Latency of the Ankle Musculature”
GRANTMANSHIP
Grants Awarded:
Steinhardt Faculty Challenge Grants, Methodology Award in Social Sciences; “Development of Innovative Statistical Methodology to Analyze and Relate Biomechanical Data” Co-Principal Investigator; June 1, 2010 – May 31, 2011; $5,000.
NYU Steinhardt Faculty Challenge Grant Fund – Technology Award; Co-Investigator; “Inter-ACTT: Interactive Strategies Targeting Physical Activity Through Technology”; June 1, 2009 – May 31, 2010; $15, 000.
NYU Steinhardt Faculty Challenge Grant Fund – Summer Development Award; Co-Investigator; “Inter-ACTT: Interactive Strategies Targeting Physical Activity Through Technology”; June 1, 2009 – Aug 31, 2009; $5, 000.
Grants in Preparation:
American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) Research Grants Program. ; Co-Principal Investigator; “Proprioception and Neuromuscular Control following Ankle Instability Surgery”; May 1, 2010 – April 31, 2011; $20, 000. Will be submitted December 1, 2010.
National Institutes of Health Extramural Loan Repayment Program for Clinical Research (submitted to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases [NIAMS]); Principal Investigator; September 2011 – August 2013; $35,000 (estimated). Will be submitted November 15, 2010.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
New York University, Department of Physical Therapy, New York, NY July 2008 – Present
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Physical Therapy program
· Applied Anatomy & Physiology of the Musculoskeletal System
· Exercise Physiology
· Critical Inquiry and Clinical Decision-Making I
· Principles of Exercise
M.A. (specialization in Pathokinesiology)/Ph.D. for Physical Therapists programs
· Analysis & Synthesis II: Motor Control
· Doctoral Colloquium
· PhD/MA Book Club – Biomechanics Theory, Instrumentation, & Applications
· Visual 3D Software Training Seminar Series
· LabVIEW: A Visual Development Environment Training Seminar Series
Curriculum Development
· Nutrition and Fitness – Approved in pilot status for Fall 2010
University of Delaware, Newark, DE, February 2005 – Aug 2008
Graduate Teaching Assistant
· Clinical Gross Anatomy, Cadaver Laboratory
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, January 2003 – December 2004
Graduate Teaching Assistant
· Applied Human Anatomy, Laboratory
· Applied Human Physiology, Laboratory
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
Scientific Journal Peer-Reviewing:
Reviewer for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: May 2010 – present
Reviewer for the Open Access Journal of Sports Medicine: April 2010 – present
Reviewer for the Journal of Applied Biomechanics: February 2010 – present
Reviewer for Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise: January 2010 – present