Owen Ludwig

Prepared, set up, and monitored therapeutic equipment during individualized rehabilitation sessions under PT supervision Assisted with post-session soft tissue techniques (e.g., buffer massage) to promote muscle relaxation and recovery Gained hands-on experience assisting with spinal decompression techniques, including mechanical lumbar traction, for patients with chronic back pain

Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapy Intern at Fredonia Physical Therapy (2026-01 – Present)

• Prepared, set up, and monitored therapeutic equipment during individualized rehabilitation sessions under PT supervision
• Assisted with post-session soft tissue techniques (e.g., buffer massage) to promote muscle relaxation and recovery
• Gained hands-on experience assisting with spinal decompression techniques, including mechanical lumbar traction, for patients with chronic back pain
• Instructed patients on proper technique and execution of therapeutic exercises, ensuring understanding and adherence to individualized rehab plans

Collegiate Athletic Training Intern at SUNY Fredonia (2025-08 – 2025-12)

• Assisted in developing an individualized rehabilitation plan for a student athlete presenting with tibial pain, incorporating targeted strengthening, mobility drills, and progressive functional exercises
• Recorded and maintained daily rehabilitation activities in SWOL, tracking patient progress, and ensuring accurate, up-to-date documentation for supervising trainers
• Instructed a first-year baseball athlete with no prior experience using bands or plyometric balls on a structured warm-up, emphasizing proper technique, safety, and progression

Pre-K - Grade 8 Substitute Teacher at Northern Chautauqua Catholic School (2021-05 – 2024-12)

paid

Grades 1-8 Aquatic Instructor/Lifeguard at Fredonia High School (2022-07 – 2025-08)

paid

Ages 6-15 Summer Playground Counselor at Fredonia Recreation Department (2022-07 – 2025-08)

paid

NCAA Division III Baseball Pitcher at SUNY Fredonia Blue Devils (2022-09 – Present)

• Incorporated plyo-ball throwing exercises during winter breaks to improve velocity
• Regularly analyzed video footage of my pitching mechanics to identify and refine subtle aspects of my technique, leading to better consistency and injury prevention
• Improved throwing mechanics through modification of stance, because of personalized training sessions leading to enhanced accuracy and power
• Experienced a UCL repair surgery and engaged in personal physical therapy, which provided hands-on insight into rehabilitation processes, injury prevention, and the role of exercise in recovery

High School Varsity Baseball at Fredonia High School (2020-04 – 2022-06)

High School Varsity X-Country at Fredonia High School (2019-09 – 2021-12)

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science – State University of New York at Fredonia (2027-05) (All Credits Completed)

Principles of Human Nutrition Lecture (2024-01 – 2024-05)

Anatomy and Physiology II Lecture and Laboratory (2024-01 – 2024-05)

Kinesiology

Advanced Neurophysiology

Biomechanics