Marissa Muccio DPT
Marissa Muccio graduated from Rutgers in 98' with a degree in Physical Therapy. She has worked a variety of pediatric settings including: NICU, neuromuscular, cranial facial , pediatric oncology, pediatric in-patient, out-patient, Aquatics, EIP , NDT certification in pediatrics, private practice owner since 2000. The practice continues to be a clinical education site for DPT student affiliations for Rutgers University.
In 2009 she became one of the first PSSE/Schroth certified therapists in the US. She now co-owns one of the leading Scoliosis Centers in the US and is committed to expanding the research for scoliosis specific exercises.
Memberships past and present include: APTA, APTANJ, APTASC, NDTA, SOSORT and SRS.
Medical Advisor/expert for several non-profits focused on patients with scoliosis.
2016 Rutgers SHRP DPT Alumni of the Year
2018 James Tucker Excellence in Clinical Practice and Teaching Award
2019-2022 Patient Education Committee member of the Scoliosis Research Society
2022-2024 Professional Education Committee member of the Scoliosis Research Society
2024-current Comprehensive Care Committee member of the Scoliosis Research Society
2024-current NIH Grant Advisory Board for Scoliosis Specific Exercise Rehabilitation