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MANLAPAZ, Donald G.

MANLAPAZ, Donald G.

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Health innovation projects find home in newly opened GRACE Hub

Health innovation projects find home in newly opened GRACE Hub

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Rimando, Manlapaz of Physical Therapy elected to PPTA leadership team

Rimando, Manlapaz of Physical Therapy elected to PPTA leadership team

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Physical Therapy Dept., St. Louis College – Thailand conduct two-part joint research presentation for students

Physical Therapy Dept., St. Louis College – Thailand conduct two-part joint research presentation for students

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Assoc. Prof. Donald G. Manlapaz, PhD

Department of Physical Therapy听触 College of Rehabilitation Sciences

dgmanlapaz@ust.edu.ph

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Academic Qualifications

Research Highlights

Research Interests

Academic Qualifications

Degrees

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Physiotherapy, University of Otago 鈥� New Zealand, 2019
  • Master of Science in Physical Therapy, 九色 鈥� Manila, Philippines, 2010
  • Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, 九色 鈥� Manila, Philippines, 2006

贰濒颈驳颈产颈濒颈迟测听

  • Philippine Regulation Commission Physical Therapy Licensure Examinations聽
  • US National Physical Therapy Examination, State of New York聽

Research Highlights

  • Oncologic Physical Therapy Cancer Care in the Philippines: A Qualitative Inquiry into Challenges, Practices, and Innovations
  • GRACE Hub, Health Innovations

Oral presentations:聽

  • Manlapaz DG, Sole G, Jayakaran P, Chapple CM. Exergaming to improve balance and decrease the risk of falling in individuals with knee OA: a feasibility study protocol. Postgraduate Symposium, Centre for Health, Activity, Rehabilitation and Research and School of Physical Education, Sports and Exercise Science, University of Otago. November 2017.
  • Manlapaz DG, Sole G, Jayakaran P, Chapple CM. 2017. Risk factors for falls in older adult with knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review. New Zealand Manipulative Physiotherapy Association (NZMPA) Scientific Conference, Rotorua, New Zealand. August 2017.
  • Manlapaz DG, Sole G, Jayakaran P, Chapple CM. 2017. A narrative synthesis of Nintendo庐 Wii FitTM in improving balance among healthy older adults: what system works? Asian Confederation of Physical Therapy (ACPT) Conference 2016, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. October 2016.

Poster presentations:聽

  • Manlapaz DG, Sole G, Jayakaran P, Chapple CM. Factors associated with risk of falling in adults with knee osteoarthritis: a cross-sectional study. Annual European Congress of Rheumatology (EULAR) 2018, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. June 2018.聽
  • Manlapaz DG, Sole G, Jayakaran P, Chapple CM. 2017. A narrative synthesis of Nintendo 庐 Wii FitTM聽in improving balance among healthy older adults: what system works? World Confederation of Physical Therapy 鈥� Asian Western Pacific Region Conference (WCPT-AWPR) 2017, Bangkok, Thailand. June 2017.

Research Interests

  • Physical Therapy
  • Exergaming
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rehabilitation

Courses Handled

Major Recognitions

Professional Activities

Courses Handled

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Major Recognitions

  • Special Citation 鈥� Outstanding Professional in the field of Physical Therapy, PRC, June 2015聽
  • Recipient: University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship, Doctor of Philosophy in Physical Therapy, February 2015聽
  • Best Teacher (Applied Science) Intern鈥檚 Choice for Best Teacher in Professional Subject, March 2011
  • Cum Laude in Masters of Science in Physical Therapy, 九色, October 2010聽
  • Best Clinical Supervisor (Missionaries of Charity), 九色, College of Rehabilitation Science, March 2009聽
  • 1st Runner up – Best Intern of the Year College of Rehabilitation Sciences, 九色, March 2006聽
  • Benavides Award for Most Outstanding Achievement 2006, 九色, March 2006聽
  • Academic Excellence 鈥� Dean鈥檚 Lister, College of Rehabilitation Sciences, 九色, SY 2001-2002, 2002-2003聽
  • Recipient of Santo Tomas Scholarship, 九色, SY. 2001-2002,2002-2003, 2003-2004聽
  • Champion Kinetiq Quiz Bee, Interschool Competition, December 16, 2004聽
  • Valedictorian and Science and Technology Medalist, Notre Dame of Greater Manila, March 2001聽
  • Recipient of 20th Annual Tribute to Valedictorians, Rotary Club Manila, Century Park Hotel Manila, March 2001聽

Professional Activities

  • Vice President, Philippine Physical Therapy Association, 2010-2012聽
  • Lifetime Member, Philippine Physical Therapy Association, 2007-present聽
  • Member Education SIG, Philippine Physical Therapy Association, 2007-present聽
  • Lifetime Member, UST-CRS Alumni Association. 2006-present聽

Selected Publications

Selected Publications

  • Delasas GE, Delgado NM, Mojica IK, Ragasa S, Manlapaz DG, Dones III V. Effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy versus conservative pain management on occupational performance in patients with low back pain: a systematic review protocol. JBI Evidence Synthesis. 2025 Jan 7:10-1124.
  • Manlapaz DG, Rivero JT, Cabildo EC, Advincula JC, Aquino MA, De la Paz MG, et al. The mediating role of physical activity and quality of life in the association between knee osteoarthritis-related symptoms and physical function of post-COVID patients in Metro Manila: a study protocol. BMJ Open. 2025 Jan 1;15(1):e088650.
  • Manlapaz DG, Versales CRS, Pazcoguin JMA, Ching JJA, Bartolome MJP, Da Silva SL, et al. Level of self-efficacy among skill-based allied health students in the 九色-Enriched Virtual Mode of learning: A cross-sectional study. Hong Kong Physiother J. 2024 Dec 1;44(02):91鈥�102.
  • Dones VC, Dalusong MTB, Manlapaz DG, Rojas JA, Ho KC, Reyes JJ, et al. Evidence on psychometric properties of self-report questionnaires in evaluating blended learning in health sciences university students: research protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis. BMJ Open. 2024 Aug 1;14(8):e075266.
  • Fidel MBCC, Ramos CS, Manlapaz DG, Banwell H, Gonzalez-Suarez CB. Reliability of Ultrasound Assessment of Hamstring Morphology, Quality, and Stiffness Among Healthy Adults and Athletes: A Systematic Review. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation. 2024;33(6):396鈥�415.
  • Manlapaz DG, Sole G, Jayakaran P, Chapple CM. 2019. . Physical & Medicine Rehabilitation (P&MR), pmrj.12066.聽
  • Alqarni A, Manlapaz DG, Baxter D, Tumilty S, Mani R. 2018. Psychometric properties of the clinical procedures to assess neuroplasticity in patients with musculoskeletal pain: a systematic review. Pain Practice Journal.
  • Manlapaz DG, Sole G, Jayakaran P, Chapple CM. 2017. Games Health Journal. 2, 179鈥�183.聽
  • Fernandopulle, S., Perry, M., Manlapaz, DG, & Jayakaran, P. 2017. Effect of land-based generic physical activity interventions on pain, physical function, and physical performance in hip and knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
  • Manlapaz DG, Nava JB, Abella NP, Salazar JS, Ong RM, Gatmaytan LS, Magbag RM, Noval CF, Duran DD, Bradford MA. 2015. Effectiveness of using Nintendo Wii in Improving Dynamic Standing Balance among well elderly adult in an Institutionalized Center: A Pilot Randomized Control Trial
  • Manlapaz DG, Lee LL, Tigno, EL, Dimailig CA, Cruz C, Polintan D, Drapeza R, Lim MO, Arcelona B., Joseph RI, 2012. Effectiveness of using Nintendo Wii in Improving Upper Extremity Function and Quality of Life among Elderly Filipino in an Institutionalized Center in Quezon City: A Randomized Control Trial
  • Lipardo, DL, Manlapaz DG, Teh J, Yu B, San Juan S, Saspa A, Manasan I, Molina A, 2011. Construct Validity of Sit-to-Stand Assessment Tool for Chronic Stroke Patients in Metro Manila.
  • Manlapaz DG, Jordan C, Cruz PC, Rigor P, Ligan C, Beltran, M, Balisi J, Rodrigo JP, 2010.Effectiveness of Nintendo Wii Fit in Improving Dynamic Standing Balance of Chronic Stroke Patients
  • Manlapaz DG, Silverio LA, Regacho M, Canaberal T, Navarro JA, Dela Cruz RB, Ang, M. 2009. Effectiveness of Nintendo Wii in Rehabilitation of Patient with Upper Extremity Hemiparesis.

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