Donald Earley

OTD, MA, OTRL

Donald W. Earley, OTD, MA, OTRL, is a licensed and certified occupational therapist with more than 39 years of experience in both medical and community-based practice. He performs hand and upper extremity orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation. In addition, he is a professor at Saginaw Valley State University where he is the chair of the occupational therapy department. Dr. Earley's extensive work history includes orthopedic, neurological, industrial, and psychosocial rehabilitation across a variety of settings. He has also developed and implemented programs for Easter Seals. Dr. Earley designed and operates a clinic treating individuals who have experienced a stroke and the upper quadrant dysfunction associated with stroke.

Upcoming In-Person Courses

500+

In-Person Courses Annually

4.6 (2143 Ratings)

Shoulder Disorders: Differential Assessment, Management, and Evidence-Based Treatment

Shoulder Disorders: Differential Assessment, Management, and Eviden...

Donald Earley OTD, MA, OTRL

Orland Park, IL

07-17-2026 |
8:00 AM- 3:30 PM Central

4.4 (13 Ratings)

Using Constraint Induced Movement Therapy in Modern Rehabilitation

Donald Earley OTD, MA, OTRL

Orland Park, IL

07-18-2026 |
8:00 AM- 3:30 PM Central

4.6 (2143 Ratings)

Shoulder Disorders: Differential Assessment, Management, and Evidence-Based Treatment

Shoulder Disorders: Differential Assessment, Management, and Eviden...

Donald Earley OTD, MA, OTRL

Denver, CO

09-11-2026 |
8:00 AM- 3:30 PM Mountain

4.4 (13 Ratings)

Using Constraint Induced Movement Therapy in Modern Rehabilitation

Donald Earley OTD, MA, OTRL

Denver, CO

09-12-2026 |
8:00 AM- 3:30 PM Mountain

On-Demand Video Courses

600+

On-Demand Video/Text Courses

4.6 (2143 Ratings)

Shoulder Disorders: Differential Assessment, Management, and Evidence-Based Treatment

Shoulder Disorders: Differential Assessment, Management, and Eviden...

Donald Earley OTD, MA, OTRL

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