Dr. Manuela Deodato | Nursing and Health Professions | Best Researcher Award
Director at University of Trieste, Italy
Dr. Deodato is a dedicated Physical Therapist and Osteopath with a PhD in Neuroscience, currently serving as the Director of Professional Activities at the University of Trieste’s Physiotherapy degree course. His research focuses on chronic headaches, particularly migraines, and their underlying habituation and sensitization mechanisms. With extensive clinical experience, he combines academic knowledge with hands-on patient care, enhancing the understanding of pain management. His commitment to advancing physiotherapy and rehabilitation science positions him as a leader in the field.
Professional profile
Education 🎓
Dr. Deodato holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Trieste, where he graduated with top honors. He earned a Second Cycle degree in Health Professions of Rehabilitation Sciences from the University of Padua, also graduating cum laude. His academic journey includes a Master’s in Coordinating Management of Health Professions and a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Trieste, focusing on non-pharmacological treatments for migraines. Additionally, he has completed numerous specialized training courses in manual therapy and research methodologies.
Publications top noted📜
- Effects of Anti-CGRP Monoclonal Antibodies on Neurophysiological and Clinical Outcomes: A Combined Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Algometer Study
- Authors: Manganotti, P., Deodato, M., D’Acunto, L., Garascia, G., Granato, A.
- Year: 2024
- Citation: Neurology International, 16(4), pp. 673–688.
- Efficacy of a dual task protocol on neurophysiological and clinical outcomes in migraine: a randomized control trial
- Authors: Deodato, M., Granato, A., Buoite Stella, A., Murena, L., Manganotti, P.
- Year: 2024
- Citation: Neurological Sciences, 45(8), pp. 4015–4026.
- Instrumental assessment of pressure pain threshold over trigeminal and extra-trigeminal area in people with episodic and chronic migraine: a cross-sectional observational study
- Authors: Deodato, M., Granato, A., Martini, M., Buoite Stella, A., Manganotti, P.
- Year: 2024
- Citation: Neurological Sciences, 45(8), pp. 3923–3929.
- Shoulder Tensiomyography and Isometric Strength in Swimmers Before and After a Fatiguing Protocol
- Authors: Stella, A.B., Cargnel, A., Raffini, A., Deodato, M., Murena, L.
- Year: 2024
- Citation: Journal of Athletic Training, 59(7), pp. 738–744.
- The Acute Effects of Cold Water Immersion and Percussive Massage Therapy on Neuromuscular Properties and Muscle Soreness after Exercise in Young Male Soccer Players
- Authors: Buoite Stella, A., Dragonetti, A.M., Fontanot, S., Deodato, M., Murena, L.
- Year: 2024
- Citation: Sports, 12(6), 167.
- Neurophysiological and Clinical Outcomes in Episodic Migraine Without Aura: A Cross-Sectional Study
- Authors: Deodato, M., Granato, A., Martini, M., Murena, L., Manganotti, P.
- Year: 2024
- Citation: Journal of Clinical Neurophysiology, 41(4), pp. 388–395.
- Efficacy of dual-task augmented reality rehabilitation in non-hospitalized adults with self-reported long COVID fatigue and cognitive impairment: a pilot study
- Authors: Deodato, M., Qualizza, C., Martini, M., Buoite Stella, A., Manganotti, P.
- Year: 2024
- Citation: Neurological Sciences, 45(4), pp. 1325–1333.
- Sex-based comparison of trunk flexors and extensors functional and contractile characteristics in young gymnasts
- Authors: Deodato, M., Saponaro, S., Šimunič, B., Murena, L., Buoite Stella, A.
- Year: 2024
- Citation: Sport Sciences for Health, 20(1), pp. 147–155.
- Comparison of different telerehabilitation protocols for urogenital symptoms in females with multiple sclerosis: a randomized controlled trial
- Authors: Deodato, M., Fornasaro, M., Martini, M., Buoite Stella, A., Manganotti, P.
- Year: 2024
- Citation: Neurological Sciences, Article in Press.
- Effect of repeated topical capsaicin gel administration on oral thermal quantitative sensory testing: A two-arm longitudinal study
- Authors: Buoite Stella, A., Rupel, K., Tamos, M., Di Lenarda, R., Ottaviani, G.
- Year: 2024
- Citation: Oral Diseases, Article in Press.