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A Literature Review Of The Fundamentals Of Hippotherapy, Laura Weisberg Jan 1997

A Literature Review Of The Fundamentals Of Hippotherapy, Laura Weisberg

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

For centuries, horses have been used to help rehabilitate people with neuromuscular disorders. However, not until recently has it been recognized as a treatment modality utilized in the practice of physical therapy. Hippotherapy is implemented by a licensed therapist who uses the multifaceted movement of the horse as a treatment modality to address a broad range of special needs in individuals with disabilities. Unfortunately, there is limited information provided on this subject.

In a review of the literature, I will discuss the history, the different theories, the treatment techniques, and the research that has been done on hippotherapy. The purpose …


A Visual Teaching Aid For A Pediatric Aquatic Physical Therapy Program, Saundi Wilson Jan 1997

A Visual Teaching Aid For A Pediatric Aquatic Physical Therapy Program, Saundi Wilson

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Aquatic therapy is quickly becoming a popular form of treatment in pediatric physical therapy. The unique properties of water allow children with disabilities to exercise and experience movement that they are often unable to experience on land. Despite the numerous benefits of aquatic therapy, few resources are available which visually demonstrate suggestions for the use of this form of treatment. A visual teaching aid would provide students and professionals in physical therapy with exposure to aquatic therapy treatment techniques with a pediatric population.

The purpose of this study will be to research and review the literature regarding aquatic therapy and …


A Physical Therapy Perspective On Rotator Cuff Disease, Tiffany R. Wirz Jan 1997

A Physical Therapy Perspective On Rotator Cuff Disease, Tiffany R. Wirz

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Rotator Cuff disease is one of the most common shoulder problems seen in the medical setting today. It spans all ages ranging from the young athlete who suffers from overuse syndrome to the older individual who experiences decreased function due to degenerative changes within the shoulder joint.

The chief causes of rotator cuff tears are traumatic il1iury and degenerative changes. Tears resulting from trauma usually occur from a lateral blow to the shoulder. Degenerative changes in the rotator cuff result from many factors. These factors include: decreased vascularity, age, shape of the acromion, repetitive trauma, scapular instability, and muscular weakness. …


Management Of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome By Physical Therapy: An Outcome Study, Jouni Zidbeck Jan 1997

Management Of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome By Physical Therapy: An Outcome Study, Jouni Zidbeck

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a disorder caused by compression of the brachial nerve plexus or subclavian artery or vein as they pass through a potentially limited space in the anterolateral neck and proximal shoulder. An individual with a predisposition for TOS due to his or her anatomy may have an onset of symptoms due to many different etiologies including acute injury and prolonged postural abnormalities. Although conservative management by physical therapy cannot replace surgery in severe or complicated cases of TOS, it is, nevertheless, the recommended first treatment choice. The purpose of this study was to assess the success …


Quality Of Life Of An Internal Cardiac Defibrillator Patient In Rural North Dakota, Kraig W. Brandt Jan 1997

Quality Of Life Of An Internal Cardiac Defibrillator Patient In Rural North Dakota, Kraig W. Brandt

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Rapd Pcr Analysis Of Cryptosporidium Parvum Isolates In The Upper Midwest, Kevin V. Shianna Jan 1997

Rapd Pcr Analysis Of Cryptosporidium Parvum Isolates In The Upper Midwest, Kevin V. Shianna

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Depression And Grade Point Average In Relation To Inhibitory Mechanisms Of Cognitive Processing, Lynn A. Cariveau Jan 1997

Depression And Grade Point Average In Relation To Inhibitory Mechanisms Of Cognitive Processing, Lynn A. Cariveau

Undergraduate Theses and Senior Projects

No abstract provided.


Performance Variations On The California Verbal Learning Test As A Function Of Time Of Day By Testing For Younger And Older Adults, Lisa K. French Jan 1997

Performance Variations On The California Verbal Learning Test As A Function Of Time Of Day By Testing For Younger And Older Adults, Lisa K. French

Undergraduate Theses and Senior Projects

No abstract provided.


Neuropsychological Aspects Of Inhibitory Processes : The Trail Making Test, Tamatha Miner Jan 1997

Neuropsychological Aspects Of Inhibitory Processes : The Trail Making Test, Tamatha Miner

Undergraduate Theses and Senior Projects

No abstract provided.


The Development Of A Successful Telemedicine Network Within A Managed Care Organization, William Goodall Jan 1997

The Development Of A Successful Telemedicine Network Within A Managed Care Organization, William Goodall

North Dakota Law Review

No abstract provided.


Solomon's Wisdom Or Solomon's Wisdom Lost: Child Custody In North Dakota - A Presumption That Joint Custody Is In The Best Interests Of The Child In Custody Disputes, Brian J. Melton Jan 1997

Solomon's Wisdom Or Solomon's Wisdom Lost: Child Custody In North Dakota - A Presumption That Joint Custody Is In The Best Interests Of The Child In Custody Disputes, Brian J. Melton

North Dakota Law Review

No abstract provided.


Constitutional Law - Punitive Damages: The U.S. Supreme Court Uses The Due Process Clause Of The Fourteenth Aamendment To Strike Down A Two Million Dollar Punitive Damage Award, Michael Thomas Andrews Jan 1997

Constitutional Law - Punitive Damages: The U.S. Supreme Court Uses The Due Process Clause Of The Fourteenth Aamendment To Strike Down A Two Million Dollar Punitive Damage Award, Michael Thomas Andrews

North Dakota Law Review

No abstract provided.


Telemedicine: An Emerging Technology With Exciting Opportunities For North Dakota, Edward T. Schafer Jan 1997

Telemedicine: An Emerging Technology With Exciting Opportunities For North Dakota, Edward T. Schafer

North Dakota Law Review

No abstract provided.


Cadmium Removal Using Living Aquatic Plants, Rumman Sobhan Jan 1997

Cadmium Removal Using Living Aquatic Plants, Rumman Sobhan

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Effect Of The Computerized Infant Simulator On Teenage Attitudes On Sexuality And Parenting On Junior High School Students In Rural North Dakota, Janet S. Bleth Jan 1997

Effect Of The Computerized Infant Simulator On Teenage Attitudes On Sexuality And Parenting On Junior High School Students In Rural North Dakota, Janet S. Bleth

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Preliminary Dementia Screening In A Sample From The Elderly Of The Turtle Mountain Chippewa, Brian J. Bercier Jan 1997

Preliminary Dementia Screening In A Sample From The Elderly Of The Turtle Mountain Chippewa, Brian J. Bercier

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Cognitive Changes Across The Menstrual Cycle, Carla Arlien Jan 1997

Cognitive Changes Across The Menstrual Cycle, Carla Arlien

Undergraduate Theses and Senior Projects

No abstract provided.


The Persecution Of The Romany Under Hitler And Their Inclusion In The Term Holocaust, Sarah M. Hatcher Jan 1997

The Persecution Of The Romany Under Hitler And Their Inclusion In The Term Holocaust, Sarah M. Hatcher

Undergraduate Theses and Senior Projects

No abstract provided.


Gender Differences In Family History And Relationship Variables That Relate To Alcohol Abuse And Its Severity, Christy L. Robinson Jelinek Jan 1997

Gender Differences In Family History And Relationship Variables That Relate To Alcohol Abuse And Its Severity, Christy L. Robinson Jelinek

Undergraduate Theses and Senior Projects

No abstract provided.


Development Of A Trickle-Bed Bioreactor For Air Purification, Steve R. Mattson Jan 1997

Development Of A Trickle-Bed Bioreactor For Air Purification, Steve R. Mattson

Undergraduate Theses and Senior Projects

No abstract provided.


Issues And Concerns In Conducting Clinical Nursing Research In Rural Hospitals, Joni M. Peterson Jan 1997

Issues And Concerns In Conducting Clinical Nursing Research In Rural Hospitals, Joni M. Peterson

Undergraduate Theses and Senior Projects

No abstract provided.


The Effects Of One Versus Two-Handed Compression Of A Bag-Valve Device And Tidal Volumes, Robert D. Schmieg Jan 1997

The Effects Of One Versus Two-Handed Compression Of A Bag-Valve Device And Tidal Volumes, Robert D. Schmieg

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The Effect Of Implementation Of A Critical Pathway In Elderly Congestive Heart Failure Patients In Home Care And The Number Of Unscheduled Hospitalizations, Debra K. Schmaltz Jan 1997

The Effect Of Implementation Of A Critical Pathway In Elderly Congestive Heart Failure Patients In Home Care And The Number Of Unscheduled Hospitalizations, Debra K. Schmaltz

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Effect Of The Computerized Infant Simulator On Teenager Attitudes On Sexuality And Parenting On High School Students In Rural North Dakota, Gloria J. White Jan 1997

Effect Of The Computerized Infant Simulator On Teenager Attitudes On Sexuality And Parenting On High School Students In Rural North Dakota, Gloria J. White

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The Effect Of Throwing Cords On Velocity And Strength, Marc D. Schmaltz Jan 1997

The Effect Of Throwing Cords On Velocity And Strength, Marc D. Schmaltz

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Self-Efficacy And Health Locus Of Control In Pregnant Women Who Smoke As Compared To Those Who Do Not, Loann H. Stone Jan 1997

Self-Efficacy And Health Locus Of Control In Pregnant Women Who Smoke As Compared To Those Who Do Not, Loann H. Stone

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The Relationship Of Health Locus Of Control And Health Risk Behaviors Among Young Healthy Rural Adults, Gwen Witzel Jan 1997

The Relationship Of Health Locus Of Control And Health Risk Behaviors Among Young Healthy Rural Adults, Gwen Witzel

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


Optimism As A Predictor Of Depressive Symptoms Over Time, Kristin S. Vickers Jan 1997

Optimism As A Predictor Of Depressive Symptoms Over Time, Kristin S. Vickers

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The Role Visual Stress Has In Decoding, Margaret L. Wawers Jan 1997

The Role Visual Stress Has In Decoding, Margaret L. Wawers

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The Power Of Prayer And Healing, Marlene S. Buchner Jan 1997

The Power Of Prayer And Healing, Marlene S. Buchner

Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.