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Differences In Interlimb Performance During A Repetitive Step Test In Older Adults, Harold L. Merriman, Kurt Jackson, Wesley Horn, Jake Jones, Evan Price, Jill Spicer
Differences In Interlimb Performance During A Repetitive Step Test In Older Adults, Harold L. Merriman, Kurt Jackson, Wesley Horn, Jake Jones, Evan Price, Jill Spicer
University of Dayton Doctor of Physical Therapy Annual Research Symposium
Each year, one out of three adults (> 65 years old) experiences a fall, resulting in fractures, head injuries, and even death. Falling is the leading cause of death from an injury and causes the greatest number of nonfatal injuries and hospital admissions for trauma. Since balance and muscle performance decrease as one ages, it is vitally important to assess these factors as part of a comprehensive strategy to monitor and predict fall risk. Previous data analysis of the Repetitive Step Test (RST) has shown that there is a correlation between subject performance and fall risk between non-fallers and recurrent …
A Comparison Of Arch Height Index Measures Between Collegiate Basketball And National Basketball Association Players, P Anloague, N Hess, L Barhorst, G Hock, A Iannarino, A Kelly, C Williams
A Comparison Of Arch Height Index Measures Between Collegiate Basketball And National Basketball Association Players, P Anloague, N Hess, L Barhorst, G Hock, A Iannarino, A Kelly, C Williams
University of Dayton Doctor of Physical Therapy Annual Research Symposium
The rate of game related basketball injuries is 2xs greater in professionals than collegiate players and the most common injuries occur in the lower extremity. Arch mechanics are often cited as a related factor and the Arch Height Index Measurement System (AHIMS) is a reliable and valid system for quantifying mobility. However, normative or comparative values for basketball athletes have not been reported.
An Item-To-Total Analysis Of The Foot Posture Index, Amanda Pallija, Brian Bohman, Paige Prenger, Emely Richardson, Joaquin Barrios
An Item-To-Total Analysis Of The Foot Posture Index, Amanda Pallija, Brian Bohman, Paige Prenger, Emely Richardson, Joaquin Barrios
University of Dayton Doctor of Physical Therapy Annual Research Symposium
The Foot Posture Index (FPI) is a screening tool used by clinicians to assess if the foot is pronated, neutral or supinated. It is intended to quantify foot position by assigning positive values to pronated attributes and negative values to supinated attributes. Three hindfoot and 3 forefoot attributes are scored. Although the FPI is valid and reliable, individual component scores may skew the composite score. Therefore, there lies a need to investigate the internal consistency of the FPI.
Instrumented Measures Of Gait And Mobility Are Not Correlated With A History Of Falls Or Balance Confidence In Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis, Brandi Elking, Courtney Hasson, Emily Sanders, Kelsey Schlater
Instrumented Measures Of Gait And Mobility Are Not Correlated With A History Of Falls Or Balance Confidence In Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis, Brandi Elking, Courtney Hasson, Emily Sanders, Kelsey Schlater
University of Dayton Doctor of Physical Therapy Annual Research Symposium
Individuals diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) often have an increased risk of falling. Additionally, many also have a fear of falling that all can affect balance confidence. Recent advancements in wearable sensor technology have made it possible to assess certain aspects of gait and balance in the clinical setting that were not possible previously. The information collected by sensors may be useful for identifying specific factors that contribute to falls and balance confidence in those with MS which in turn could help enhance treatment approaches.
The Effects Of Yoga On Balance, Strength, Flexibility, And Mindfulness In Typical Children Ages 4-9 Years, Betsy Donahoe Fillmore, Mary I. Fisher, Katie Lunsford, Justin Master, Sarahanne Pelkey, Emily Puthoff, Kristen Schulte, Brittany Snider, Jordan Villanueva
The Effects Of Yoga On Balance, Strength, Flexibility, And Mindfulness In Typical Children Ages 4-9 Years, Betsy Donahoe Fillmore, Mary I. Fisher, Katie Lunsford, Justin Master, Sarahanne Pelkey, Emily Puthoff, Kristen Schulte, Brittany Snider, Jordan Villanueva
University of Dayton Doctor of Physical Therapy Annual Research Symposium
Yoga improves a variety of impairments in typical pediatric populations: cardiovascular, neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and pulmonary conditions, balance, strength, and flexibility. Yoga improves mindfulness in adult populations, and emerging evidence shows a similar effect among pediatric populations.
Functional Performance Of Older Adults With Dementia Participating In Adult Day Service Programs, Kurt Jackson, Kimberly Edginton-Bigelow, Elizabeth Cox, Allison Gaier, Hannah Geyer, Ethan Grant, Kayla Storey
Functional Performance Of Older Adults With Dementia Participating In Adult Day Service Programs, Kurt Jackson, Kimberly Edginton-Bigelow, Elizabeth Cox, Allison Gaier, Hannah Geyer, Ethan Grant, Kayla Storey
University of Dayton Doctor of Physical Therapy Annual Research Symposium
Individuals with dementia are at a high risk of functional decline and falling. The aim of this study was to investigate the possible relationship between cognition and functional performance in older adults with dementia participating in Goodwill Easter Seals adult day service programs. This data may be helpful in understanding how cognition may impact functional performance and fall risk.