Gettin' Down and Dirty: Mastering Floor Transfers and Exercises in Neuro Without the Fear

J.J. Mowder-Tinney PT, PhD, NCS, CSRS, CEEAA, c/NDT

J.J. is a physical therapist who has over 25 years of experience in a multitude of clinical settings with the majority of experience working with people with neuromuscular deficits.

She is certified as a clinical specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy (NCS), is certified in Neuro-Developmental Treatment (c/NDT), received her Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist (CSRS) from the American Stroke Association, and became certified as an Exercise Expert for Aging Adults (CEEAA) from the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy. JJ was a Professor at Nazareth College in Rochester, NY for 15 years and continues to work in their pro-bono clinic for people with neuromuscular deficits. Currently she is a Professor for South College Physical Therapy.

Claire McLean, PT, DPT, NCS

Claire is a physical therapist passionate about working with people who have Parkinson disease. She loves implementing the research which supports specific exercise programs and other wellness activities that people can do to improve their health and impact their Parkinson’s progression over their life.

She earned her doctorate in physical therapy at the University of Southern California, and completed the Rancho/USC neurologic residency program. She is trained and certified in pretty much all the Parkinsons courses, PWR!, LSVT Big, Rock Steady Boxing, ATTP, etc.

Early in her career, after seeing the incredible potential in people with Parkinson’s, she knew she found her calling.

She founded Rogue Physical Therapy & Wellness to offer ongoing access to high quality exercise in Orange County California. Rogue recently moved into a new 6,000 square foot gym so they'll be able to grow! And since the pandemic, she started an online exercise + wellness membership called Rogue In Motion, available to people anywhere in the world!

Erin Gallardo, PT, DPT, NCS

Erin is a board certified neurologic clinical specialist with a doctorate in Physical Therapy. She has worked in inpatient rehab, home health, and outpatient neuro as a business owner, Director of Wellness Programming, mentor, marketing coordinator, Chief Experience Officer, and educator.

When she's not treating patients or mentoring other neuro therapists, you can find her running many miles, walking her dog, Chicle, doing yoga, meditating at the beach, or geeking out on neuroplasticity with other like-minded NeuroNerds. She is passionate about all things that help us gain a better understanding of ourselves and achieve our highest potential.