Text Only Version
Faculty Home » Faculty » Health Professions » Jill Yanick

Jill Yanick

Jill B

Position:
Assistant Professor

Email: jill.yanick@xgcr.net

Educational History:

B.S. Towson University, M.S. University of Maryland

Fields of Expertise:
  • Hand and Upper Extremity Rehabilitation
  • Pediatric Congenital and Orthopedic Conditions
  • Mentorship/Clinical Education

Professional Highlights:

I am currently the Director of Education in an outpatient clinic where I oversee our student and mentorship program. I obtained my CHT credential in 2012, and am also certified in manual lymphatic drainage and dry needling. My transition into academic education started as an Adjunct Instructor for George Washington University, and I’m very excited to be a part of Shenandoah’s OT program.

Publications:
Yanick, J. “Expanding Your Therapy Toolbox with Blood Flow Restriction Therapy.” ASHT Times. 2023(1)

Presentations
2022 “Blood Flow Restriction Therapy: Clinical Applications to Upper Extremity Therapy” ASHT Annual Meeting
2022 Upper Extremity Institute (Tissue Healing, Boutonniere, TFCC Injuries)
2022 Hands in Motion Podcast “Current Trends in Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy”
2022 Hand Therapy Review Course Faculty (Hand Anatomy, Wrist Anatomy, Cadaver Lab)
2019 “Wrist Evaluation: Becoming a More Effective Detective” ASHT Annual Meeting
2019 “Head in Hand: Blending Pain Science Into Our Daily Practice to Optimize Outcomes” ASHT Annual Meeting

Personal Highlights:

I love spending time with my husband and my two girls. We enjoy exploring new places and finding hidden culinary gems wherever we go!