Howell Tapley, PT, MSPT, PhD, is an associate professor and director of the Physical Therapy Program at Indiana State University (ISU) in Terre Haute. He is a board-certified specialist in orthopedic physical therapy with more than 25 years of experience treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Tapley's passions are health promotion, wellness, and the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. His research agenda focuses on prevention, holistic health, alternative therapies, and various musculoskeletal topics.