A5062253162- Sports injuries and prevention
- Knee injuries and reconstruction techniques
- Shoulder Injury and Treatment
- Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes
- Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies
- Muscle activation and electromyography studies
- Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise
- Sports Performance and Training
- Tendon Structure and Treatment
- Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
- Foot and Ankle Surgery
- Traumatic Brain Injury Research
- Innovations in Educational Methods
- Railway Engineering and Dynamics
- Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
- Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
- Digital Accessibility for Disabilities
- Osteoarthritis Treatment and Mechanisms
- Online and Blended Learning
- Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and Therapies
- Shoulder and Clavicle Injuries
- E-Learning and Knowledge Management
- Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
- Cardiovascular and exercise physiology
- Meta-analysis and systematic reviews
Tufts University
2020-2024
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
2021
Baylor University
2021
University of South Dakota
2016-2020
Mayo Clinic
2012
OBJECTIVE: To describe age-, sex-, and graft source-specific reference values for patient-reported, physical function, strength outcome measures in adolescents at 5 to 7 months after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. DESIGN: Cross-sectional study. METHODS: Data were collected 3 universities 2 children's hospitals. The participants completed least one of the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) Subjective Evaluation Form, Pediatric IKDC (Pedi-IKDC), Injury Osteoarthritis...
Anticipation of ground reaction force (GRF) in depth jumping requires multisensory integration exteroceptive, vestibular, and proprioceptive inputs. Vision contributes to the anticipation GRF drop landings may influence jump performance when disrupted. The purpose this investigation was evaluate effects stroboscopic vision on performance. Thirteen female NCAA Division I volleyball athletes completed a testing protocol consisting 0.38 m jumps under condition full at strobe frequencies 4 1.75...
Postoperative rehabilitation of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction mainly focuses on the restoration strength and range motion with a long-term goal to return athletes their prior level activity. Of those wanting sport, many are either unable and/or experience protracted recovery despite extensive rehabilitation. To holistically care for patients recovering from ACL reconstructions, reframing consider comprehensive systems approach (including musculoskeletal, cardiovascular,...
Several negative adaptations to the musculoskeletal system occur following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury and ACL reconstruction (ACLR) such as arthrogenic muscle inhibition, decreased lower extremity size, strength, power, well alterations bone cartilage. These changes have been associated with worse functional outcomes, altered biomechanics, increased risk for re-injury post-traumatic osteoarthritis. After subsequent ACLR, examination evaluation of is paramount guiding clinical...
Hop tests are commonly used within a testing battery to assess readiness for return sport after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, yet athletes still experience high rate of re-injury. Simultaneous performance secondary task requiring cognitive processing or decision-making may test the athlete under more realistic contexts.To examine clinically feasible, dual-task assessment paradigm applied during functional hop in healthy individuals.Repeated measures.Participants performed...
The cardiopulmonary system plays a pivotal role in athletic and rehabilitative activities following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, along with serving as an important support for the functioning of other physiologic systems including integumentary, musculoskeletal, nervous systems. Many competitive sports impose high demands upon cardiorespiratory system, which requires careful attention planning from rehabilitation specialists to ensure athletes are adequately prepared return...
Ankle plantarflexion (PF) active range of motion (ROM) is traditionally assessed in a non-weight-bearing (NWB) position with universal goniometer. However, convenient, reliable, low-cost means assessing functional PF ROM weight-bearing (WB) has yet to be established.To compare the intra- and interrater reliability measurements obtained from goniometric NWB assessment, heel-rise test (FHRT) performed WB.Reliability study.Two physical therapy student examiners, blinded each other's...
Background and Purpose: Coordination testing is a standard part of the neurologic examination, yet psychometric properties many tests used by practitioners are unknown. This study investigated interrater reliability known-group validity limb coordination in participants with acute central nervous system (CNS) pathology. Methods: Twenty-five CNS pathology completed 20 different administered at bedside physical therapist. Examinations were videotaped independently rated neurologist, therapist,...
Monitoring the volume of activity (i.e. pitch counts) and tracking upper extremity (UE) performance changes is common in overhead athletes; however, a lack evidence exists for volleyball players.Purpose: The purpose this study was to investigate shoulder mobility, strength, pain, along with UE swing count Division I collegiate female athletes over competitive season.Study Design: Observational, longitudinal study.Swing data collected during two separate days practice weeks 1, 7, 14 season....
Impaired balance and strength commonly affect athletes with conditions like chronic ankle instability (CAI). Yet, clinical research surrounding the relationship between balance, strength, CAI is still growing. Deeper investigation of these relationships warranted to better inform practice patterns when managing deficits.To investigate single leg hip in healthy, active adults.Observational study.Forty healthy participants (age 23.7 ± 4.9 years) were assessed for static using a modified...
Injury risk factors and relevant assessments have been identified in women's soccer athletes. Other tests assess fitness (eg, the Gauntlet Test [GT]). However, little empirical support exists for utility of GT to predict time loss injury.To examine as a predictor injury intercollegiate Division I female athletes.Retrospective, nonexperimental descriptive cohort study.College athletic facilities.71 athletes (age 19.6 ± 1.24 y, BMI 23.0 2.19).GT, demographic, data were collected over 3...
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted adolescents across multiple areas of health. While many factors influence outcomes following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), the impact on early patient after ACLR is currently unknown in an adolescent population. purpose this study was to determine if short-term clinical were different for those who underwent surgery pre-COVID versus during timeframe.
Given the impetus to improve accessibility for diverse learners seeking physical therapist education, it is critical that all entry points access information have minimal barriers. This study identified Web site barriers among Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs in United States.
Postoperative management of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction has traditionally focused on the evaluation and intervention musculoskeletal components such as range motion patients' reports function. The integumentary system can provide early indications that rehabilitation may be prolonged due to protracted or poor healing incision sites. Full over time, including direction incisions, appearance surgical sites, level residual innervation, health individual should considered...
Abstract Efforts to tailor instruction match students' purported learning style continue be used in higher education despite evidence challenging their value. Students were matched and mismatched self‐reported online preference investigate the impact on academic outcomes. A total of 114 graduate health students randomly assigned an lecture either matching or mismatching previously reported (synchronous asynchronous participation). All took same multiple‐choice examination following lecture....
Background Restoration of quadriceps strength after anterior ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is a persistent challenge for patients and clinicians. Inadequate recovery has been linked to increase risk re-injury. Developing methods early identification deficits essential allow clinicians provide more individualized interventions in the rehabilitation process. Purpose To determine whether 3-month isometric strength, Y-Balance Test (YBT), step-down test are predictive isokinetic at six months...