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College of Health and Human Services

Jennifer Roos, PT, DPT, GCS

Associate Professor

Physical Therapy | 559.278.4063 | Office: PTIA 122C

jroos@csufresno.edu

Education

PhD, Physical Therapy
Texas Woman's University
Dallas, (in progress)

DPT, Physical Therapy
UC San Francisco and California State University, Fresno (2013)

MPT, Physical Therapy
California State University, Fresno (2000)

BS, Exercise Science
California State University, Fresno (1997)

Courses Taught

  • PHTH 598 Doctoral Project
  • PHTH 597 Evidence-Based Practice in Physical Therapy
  • PHTH 565s Community Outreach and Wellness Service-Learning
  • PHTH 564 Prosthetics
  • PHTH 536 Physical Therapy Management of Body Systems I
  • PHTH 546 Physical Therapy Management of Body Systems II
  • PHTH 557, 558, 559 Clinical Experience I, II, III
  • Director of Clinical Education

Dr. Roos is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy, California State University, Fresno. She is currently a PhD candidate at Texas Woman's University, Dallas, holds a transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from a joint program between the University of California San Francisco, California State University San Francisco, and California State University Fresno. She also holds a Master's degree in Physical Therapy and a Bachelors in Science degree in Exercise Physiology from California State University, Fresno. Dr. Roos is a board-certified clinical specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS), is certified in acquatic physical therapy clinical competency (CAPTCC) by APTA Aquatics, and is certified in Pelvic Function level 1 by the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute.  

Dr. Roos joined the Fresno State Department of Physical Therapy as part-time faculty advisor in 2012. In 2015, she transitioned from the clinic to the classroom teaching full time in the DPT program and was the Graduate Program Coordinator until 2022. She added the role of Director of Clinical Education in 2022 and teaches across the curriculum in various courses. Dr. Roos has clinical experience across the continuum of care but has spent the majority of her time as a clinician in the rehabilitation setting. Her teaching emphasis is in body systems, women’s health, aquatics, service-learning, and community engagement.

Dr. Roos is actively engaged in service with the San Joaquin Valley District of the California Physical Therapy Association serving for over ten years and is currently the chair of the nominating committee. Dr. Roos collaborates with faculty and community partners on research projects and community service activities. Community-based projects include collaboarting with faculty and students during mobile health unit health screenings and fall risk and balance screening events for older adults. She has presented works at the national, state, and local level. Currently she is participating in multiple research projects examining self-selected gait velocity during inpatient rehabilitation facility length of stay. In addition, reliability of digital fitness tracker in adults with chronic conditions, incontinence and women's health, and lower-limb amputation. 
Areas of Expertise:
  • Self-selected Gait Velocity
  • Rehabilitation
  • Aerobic Capacity
  • Physical Activity

Research Interests:
  • Self-selected gait velocity during inpatient rehabilitation facility length of stay
  • Aerobic capacity and physical activity in adults with chronic condition

Membership in Scientific/Professional Organizations:
  • Northern California Clinical Education Consortium 2022-present
  • American Council of Academic Physical Therapy 2020-present
  • American College of Sports Medicine 2017-present
  • American Physical Therapy Association 1997-present
  • California Physical Therapy Association 1997-present

Honors and Awards: 
  • Student Research Grant, Texas Woman's University Dallas, 2025
  • PRSCA Award, Fresno State 2022
  • PTLI Education Influencer Award, Physical Therapy Learning Institute 2020
  • The President’s Faculty and Staff Service Award by Fresno State 2019
  • Advisor of the Year Award, Fresno State 2019
  • RSCA Award College of Health and Human Services, Fresno State 2018
  • CHHS Summer Scholarly Activity Program, Fresno State 2017
  • Research Grant awarded by San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital 2017
  • Rising Star Award, California Physical Therapy Association 2017
  • RSCA Award College of Health and Human Services, Fresno State 2017
  • RSCA Award College of Health and Human Services, Fresno State 2016

Peer Reviewed Publications:

Ko N, Balderama E, Sarmento C, Roos J. The Effectiveness of Aquatic Exercise on Improving Fatigue and Quality of Life in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis: A Meta-Analysis. J of Aquat Phys Ther. 2023;30(1):20-29.

Hajela N, Turner K, Roos J, Rivera M. Effectiveness of Prenatal Perineal Massage in Reducing the Risk of Perineal Trauma during Vaginal Delivery in Nulliparous women: A Meta-Analysis and Evidence-Based Review. J of Women’s Health and Dev. 2021;4(4):136-150.

Hill R, Banks S, Sawdon-Bea J, Roos J, DeYoung J. Effects of Plyometric Training on Lower Extremity Force Production and Reactive Strength in Adolescent Female Basketball Players. J of Phys Ed and Sports Manag. 2021;8(1),1-15.

Singh B, Takeda M, Niino M, Goulart J, Hammons A, Roos J. The Effects of Adiposity, Muscular Strength, Cardiorespiratory Fitness, and Fatigue on Gait Biomechanics in Overweight and Obese Children. Clinical Biomech. April 2021;84(105332).

Roos J, Lee C, Sawdon-Bea J. Aqua Moms: Over 10 years of providing a community-based aquatic exercise class for women during pregnancy. J of Aquat Phys Ther. Winter 2019; 27(2):2-9.

Terrill J, Roos J, Zarrinkhameh L. Acute Rehabilitation of a 27-Year-Old man With Failure to Thrive: A Case Report. J of Acute Care Phys Ther. April 2019;10(2).

Roos J. Combination aquatic and land physical therapy program improved function and Reduced spasticity after acute illness and exacerbation of multiple sclerosis: A case Report. Phys Med Rehabil. Res. 2016;1(4):65-70.

Peer Reviewed Scientific Presentations:

Galvez E, Roos J, Sarmento C. A Correlational Study on Self-Selected Gait Velocity and Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Length of Stay. Poster Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. Houston, TX. February 2025.

Sawdon-Bea J, Feingold C, Liu K, Estes S, Chieng D, Gasparyan L, Roth S, Roos J. Burnout, Anxiety, and Injury in Male and Female Adolescent Athletes. Podium Presentation. California Physical Therapy Association. Burlingame, CA. September 2024.

Long M, Roos J, Adame-Walker J. Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength in Females Practicing High vs. Low Impact Exercise: A Meta-Analysis. Poster Presentation. California Physical Therapy Association. Long Beach, CA. Oct 2023.

Wood K, Roos J, Rivera M, Dodenhoff T, Case L, Singh B. The Relationship Between Hip Strength and the Timed Up and Go Scores in Adults with Lower limb Amputation. Poster Presentation. California Physical Therapy Association. Long Beach, CA. Oct 2023.

Lin S, Marshall I, Lopez M, Roos J, Johnson ML, Anderle D. Efficacy of Respiratory Muscle Training on Muscle Strength and Pulmonary Function in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury: A Systematic Review. Poster Presentation. World Physiotherapy Congress. Dubai, United Arab Emirates. June 2023.

Sawdon-Bea J, Ang A, Anderson S, Bailey D, Sperling A, Roos J, Sarmento C. Burnout, Self-Esteem, Perceived Stress and Sport Competitive Anxiety in Adolescent Female Athletes. Poster Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. San Diego, CA. Feb 2023.

Lin S, Marshall I, Lopez M, Roos J, Johnson M, Anderle D. Efficacy of Respiratory Muscle Training on Respiratory Muscle Strength, and Pulmonary Function in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Poster Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. San Diego, CA. Feb 2023.

Sarmento C, Roos J, Ko N. The Effectiveness of a Multimodal Approach to Teaching Gross Anatomy Courses in a Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Poster Presentation. Experimental Biology. Philadelphia, PA. April 2022.

Roos J, Muhlenkamp S. Aquatic Therapy for Community-Dwelling Older Adults Post-COVID: Why Not Water? Aquatics Academy Platform Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Section Meeting. San Antonio, TX. February 2022.

Dodenhoff T, Case L, Roos J, Singh B. Relationship Between Hip Extension Strength and Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters in Adults with Lower Limb Loss. Podium Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Section Meeting. San Antonio, TX. February 2022.

Case L, Dodenhoff T, Singh B, Roos J. Relationship Between Hip Abduction Strength and Postural Measures in Individuals with Unilateral Lower Limb Amputation. Poster Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Section Meeting. San Antonio, TX. February 2022.

Sawdon-Bea J, Banks S, Hill R, Roos J, DeYoung J. The Effects of a 6-Week Plyometric Exercise Program on Lower Extremity Force Production and Jump Height in Adolescent Female Basketball Players. Poster Presentation. World Physiotherapy Congress. Virtual. April 2021.

Singh B, Roos J, Case L, Dodenhoff T, DeRousseau K, Munoz K. Incorporating Amputee Education in the Physical Therapy Curriculum. Poster Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Section Meeting. Virtual. February 2021.

Roos J, Tarazona N, Cabri A, Sawdon-Bea J, Brogan A. The Effects of High Intensity Interval Training on Well-Being, and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Doctor of PhysicalTherapy Students: A Pilot Study. Poster Presentation. CPTA Annual PT Conference. Virtual. October 2020.

Sawdon-Bea J, Banks S, Hill R, Roos J, DeYoung J. The Effects of a 6-Week Plyometric Exercise Program on Lower Extremity Force Production and Vertical Jump Height in Adolescent Female Basketball Players. Poster Presentation. CPTA Annual PT
Conference. Virtual. October 2020.

Singh B, Roos J, Case L, Dodenhoff T. Incorporating Amputee Education in the Physical Therapy Curriculum. Poster Presentation. Educational Leadership Conference National PT Conference. Virtual. October 2020.

Roos J, Lee C, Sawdon-Bea J. Creating a Community-Based Prenatal Exercise Class: Aqua Moms. Podium Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Section Meeting. Denver, CO. February 2020.

Cabri A, Roos J, Singh B. Home Health Physical Therapy Restores Preoperative Functional Mobility for an Octogenarian. Poster Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Section Meeting. Denver, CO. February 2020.

Roos J, Adame-Walker J, Zarrinkhameh L. Service-Learning in Higher Education Integrates Leadership and Collaboration among Doctoral Students and Community Partners. Poster Presentation. Hawaii International Conference on Education. Honolulu, HI. January 2020.

Adame-Walker J, Zarrinkhameh L, Roos J. Connecting the Classroom to the Community through Service-Learning Activities in an On-Campus Physical Therapy Clinic. Poster Presentation. Hawaii International Conference on Education. Honolulu, HI. January 2020.

Zarrinkhameh L, Adame-Walker J, Roos J. Discovery, Diversity, Distinction: Using a Pro-Bono Community-Based Fall Prevention Clinic to Teach Service-Learning through Interprofessional Education. Poster Presentation. Hawaii International Conference on Education. Honolulu, HI. January 2020.

Niino M, Singh B, Roos J, Hammons A. The Effects of Adiposity, Muscular Strength, and Cardiorespiratory Fitness on Gait Biomechanics in Overweight and Obese Children. Poster Presentation. Tri-State Physical Therapy Conference. Las Vegas, NV. October 2019.

Goulart J, Singh B, Hammons A, Roos J. The Effects of Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Fatigue on Jogging Biomechanics in Overweight and Obese Children. Poster Presentation. Tri-State Physical Therapy Conference. Las Vegas, NV. October 2019.

Ramirez H, Roos J, Singh B. Functional Restoration of an Active Adult s/p Cheilectomy and Bilateral Hallux Rigidus: A Case Report. Poster Presentation. Tri-State Physical Therapy Conference. Las Vegas, NV. October 2019.

Chan C, Zarrinkhameh L, Roos J. Physical Therapy Exercise Prescription that Successfully Improved Exercise Tolerance of a Patient with COPD Exacerbation Complicated by Anxiety Symptoms: A Case Report. Poster Presentation. Tri-State Physical Therapy Conference. Las Vegas, NV. October 2019.

Roos J, Adame-Walker J, Sawdon-Bea J, Singh B. Paying it Forward: Stress Management Techniques Provided to DPT Students by DPT Students. Podium Presentation. Educational Leadership National Physical Therapy Conference. Jacksonville, FL. October 2018.

Goulart J, Rivera M, Roos J. Physical Therapy Interventions Following a Bilateral Total Hip Arthroplasty in an Individual with Systematic Lupus Erythematosus: A Case Report. Poster Presentation. CPTA State Annual Conference. Santa Clara, CA. September 2018.

Taylor J, Singh B, Roos J. The Effects of Tai Chi Compared to Structured Interventions on the Berg Balance Scale in Older Adults: A Meta-Analysis. Poster Presentation. CPTA State Annual Conference. Santa Clara, CA. September 2018.

Munoz K, Roos J, Zarrinkhameh L. Utilizing the Wells Criteria for DVT and Borg Dyspnea Scale for the Safe Subacute Rehabilitation of an 89 y/o Male s/p Bleeding Event Related to PV: A Case Report. Poster Presentation. CPTA State Annual Conference. Santa Clara, CA. September 2018.

Roos J, Terrill J, Zarrinkhameh L. Acute Care Outcomes…Measuring function for a 27 y.o. male with medical complexity and failure to thrive: A Case Report. Poster Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. New Orleans, LA. February 2018.

Carranza M, Roos J, Rivera M. Is Mirror Therapy an effective adjunct to traditional inpatient care for treating upper limb hemiparesis and spasticity in individuals’ post-stroke? A Meta-Analysis. Poster Presentation. CPTA State Annual Conference. San Diego, CA. September 2017.

Taylor J, Rivera M, Roos J. Implementing lab values to guide physical therapy practice in restoring functional mobility of an individual with lupus nephritis: A Case Report. Poster Presentation. CPTA State Annual Conference. San Diego, CA. September 2017.

Terrill J, Roos J, Zarrinkhameh L. 27 y.o. male with failure to thrive: Creating a plan of care when there is no evidence? A Case Report. CPTA State PT Conference. San Diego, CA. September 2017.

Cartwright K, Tyner T, Trueblood P, Roos J. The effects of therapeutic and vestibular exercises on Cervicogenic dizziness and pain: A Case Report. Poster Presentation. CPTA State Annual Conference. San Diego, CA. September 2017.

Roos J, Miller M, Singh B. 48-Year-old male rece48-Year-oldate Physical Therapy Examination S/P TKA in the Acute-Care Setting. Poster Presentation. American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. San Antonio, TX. February 2017.

Roos J, Hickey C, Zarrinkhameh L, Trueblood P. Leadership and Collaboration through Peer-Mentoring in Physical Therapy Education. Poster Presentation. University of New Mexico, National Mentoring Conference. New Mexico, October 2016.

Hickey C, Roos J, Zarrinkhameh L, Trueblood P, Attygalle S, Carranza M, Vo H. The Development of Early Professional Identity, using multiple long-term mentoring strategies, to meet a program specific model. Poster Presentation. CPTA State Annual Conference. Santa Clara, CA October 2016.

Williams C, Roos J. Physical Therapy Diagnosis of CRPS: A case report. Poster Presentation. CPTA State Annual Conference. Santa Clara, CA. October 2016.

Miller M, Roos J. Early Physical Therapy Intervention in the Acute Setting S/P Rotating Platform: A Case Report. Poster Presentation. CPTA State Annual Conference. Santa Clara, CA. October 2016.

Carranza M, Roos J. Is Physical Therapy effective for a middle-aged female 4-years post hemorrhagic stroke? A case report. Poster Presentation. CPTA State Annual Conference. Santa Clara, CA. October 2016.