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An Electromyographic Study Of Trunk Muscle Activity During Exercise On The Fitness Plus Rotary Torso Unit, Melanie F. Rystedt

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Strengthening of trunk musculature is an important part of prevention and treatment for low back pain. Various machines have been developed to target the trunk muscles. The Rotary Torso Unit is being marketed by Fitness Plus Inc, however, no research has been conducted to validate the claims made by the manufacturer. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to measure and describe the muscle activity elicited while exercising on the Fitness Plus Rotary Torso Unit. For this study we used 14 healthy male subjects between the ages of22 and 40 and with no prior history of back pathology.

The results …

Bang-Bang Control Development Of Permeability Changes In A Membrane Model, Robert Melendy

Faculty Publications - Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

The application of systems and control theory to membrane physiology is presented here. Modeling efforts have focused on describing those physiologically realistic mechanisms which govern the regulation of membrane permeability in nerve. The motivation behind identifying such mechanisms lies in understanding the morphology of neural activity on a meaningful and analytically tractable level. The suggested merit of integrating control theory into the analysis lies in providing how a membrane effectively adapts to changes in permeability and through what governing mechanisms. The value in producing such an understanding lies in mirroring biological reality in a more formal manner than could be …

Rural Education And Rural Community Viability, Patricia Cahape Hammer

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

This thesis addresses the following research question:

In what ways do rural schools support or undermine rural community viability in the United States?

Following a methodology first recommended by C. W. Mills, the study was organized to include historical, cultural, social, and economic dimensions, which are explained in the first chapter. Chapter 2 looks back to the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries to explore how such a diverse people--originating from Asia, Africa, North American, and Europe--all came under the power of a single ideology of progress and the superiority of urban, modified English culture. The chapter then investigates the …

Attachment And The Development Of Eating Disorders As Measured By The “Apdq”, Colleen D. O'Pell

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

The impact of family of origin dynamics on the development and maintenance of eating disorders is well documented in the literature. This study sought to investigate the attachment relationships and personality characteristics of eating disordered subjects by administering the Attachment and Personality Dynamics Questionnaire (APDQ). It was hypothesized that the eating disordered subjects would show a pattern of insecure attachments to primary caregivers and significant others in comparison to controls. A total of 23 eating disordered females and 297 female control subjects completed the APDQ. The t tests for the 29 scales of the APDQ revealed lower means for the …

Headache Intervention: A Nonpharmacologic Approach To The Treatment Of Tension-Type Headaches, Marty D. Mohr

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Headaches have long been a problem for many people with hundreds of thousands seeking medical attention for their head pain each year. Migraine and tension-type are by far the most common forms of headaches, but from a physical therapy standpoint, the literature indicates that tension-type headaches respond better from the services provided by a therapist. The objective of this literature review will be to examine the different nonpharmacologic physical therapy approaches to the treatment of tension-type headaches. The techniques to be examined will include spinal manipulation, traditional physical therapy, electro acupuncture, and biofeedback and relaxation training. Examination of the literature …

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Clinical Application, Amy Schneider

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) causes irritation or compression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel at the wrist. CTS is caused by factors including bony abnormalities, neuropathic conditions, inflammatory conditions, and most commonly, cumulative trauma. The trauma involves excessive repetition, force, bending, vibration, and impact activities performed at home or at work. As a result, the median nerve becomes irritated and intermittent sensory deficits occur initially leading to motor dysfunction with advanced disease. Once CTS is diagnosed, the first line of defense is conservative treatment which may result in operative care if unsuccessful. Modified activity and early postoperative hand …

The Effects Of Training On Cervical Range Of Motion Between Unilateral Breathers And Bilateral Breathers In Collegiate Swimmers During Freestyle Swimming, Anjanette Wong

Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects

The purpose of this study was to establish data on active cervical range of motion for collegiate freestyle swimmers, to determine if training has an effect on cervical range of motion, and to investigate if breathing style influences cervical rotation to the right and left after training. The sample consisted of 29 varsity swim team members from the University of North Dakota (12 females and 17 males) who had participated in experiment IRB-9504-257. This past study was performed at the start of the competitive swim season, and its measurements used as pre-season data. The same CROM device was used to …

1997-1998 Bulletin Of Information - Graduate, Seattle University

Bulletin of Information

No abstract provided.

1997-98 Bulletin Of Information - Undergraduate, Seattle University

Bulletin of Information

No abstract provided.

1997 Media Guide, George Fox University Archives

Men's Cross Country

1997 Men's Cross Country Media Guide, George Fox College.

Why Johnny's Parents Can't Read … Or Vote, Or Work, Or Participate: The National Literacy Crisis And A Proposal To Integrate Illiterate Adults Into Mainstream American Society, Roger G. Schwartz

The University of Chicago Law School Roundtable

No abstract provided.

1997 Media Guide, George Fox University Archives

Women's Track and Field

1997 Women's Track and Field Media Guide, George Fox University.

1997 Media Guide, George Fox University Archives

Baseball

1997 Men's Baseball Media Guide, George Fox University

1997 Media Guide, George Fox University Archives

Women's Basketball

1997 Women's Basketball Media Guide, George Fox University

1997 Media Guide, George Fox University Archives

Men's Track and Field

1997 Men's Track and Field Media Guide, George Fox College.

1997 Press Release, George Fox University Archives

Men's Soccer

1997 Men's Soccer Press Release, George Fox University

1997 Media Guide, George Fox University Archives

Volleyball

1997 Volleyball Media Guide, George Fox College.

An Investigation Of Irrigation-Related Contaminants In Water, Bottom Sediment, And Biota From Goshen County, Wyoming., Kimberly Dickerson, Pedro Ramirez Jr.

United States Fish and Wildlife Service: Publications

We conducted a comprehensive evaluation of trace element concentrations in water, sediment, aquatic vegetation, aquatic invertebrates, waterbird eggs, and fish resulting from irrigation drainwater during 1995 in Goshen County, Wyoming. We also analyzed waterbird eggs and fish from this area for organochlorine residues and attempted to determine the nesting success of various waterbirds.

Boron concentrations were elevated (>300 ug/g dry weight) in aquatic vegetation above concentrations shown to adversely affect sensitive waterfowl; however, these concentrations are similar to those found in aquatic vegetation sampled in other areas throughout Wyoming. Mercury concentrations in aquatic vegetation, aquatic invertebrates, and fish were …

Vertebrate Pests Of Agriculture, Forestry And Public Lands: 1997 Annual Meeting

Western Region Coordinating Committee for Vertebrate Pests of Agriculture, Forestry, and Public Lands (WCC-95)

New approaches to reducing gnawing and digging behaviors in the northern pocket gopher, Monty Sullins

A comparison of zinc phosphide and strychnine oat baits for the control of the northern pocket gopher, Leonard Askham

Efficacy of Turf Shield® Repellent to reduce goose and duck use of grass areas adjacent to ponds, lakes and rivers, Dale Nolte

Efficacy of selected commercial repellents to inhibit deer browsing, Gary Witmer and Brian Moser

The effects of wild and domestic ungulate grazing on the vegetation, birds, and small mammals on Bridge Creek Wildlife Area, northeastern Oregon, Timothy Van Deelen

Deer-northern white cedar interactions and …

Editorial: Family Preservation: Collaboration And Teamwork, Alvin L. Sallee

Journal of Family Strengths

Tis the season of the National Basketball Association finals and the beginning of the Professional Women's Basketball Association. The skills of collaboration and teamwork required to achieve the ballet of basketball is learned by players over a number of years. On school grounds everywhere, children are learning the techniques and skills necessary to play the game of basketball. Recently, I saw a coach on the sidelines screaming at a young player to make her free-throws, and if she missed, she would have to run laps. This reminded me of traditional services to families which threaten, or at best demand a …

The Effects Of For-Profit Health Care Corporations On American Health Care, Erik Leaver

Honors Theses, 1963-2015

My thesis investigated the implications associated with the increasing numbers of investor-owned hospitals in America's hospital market. Traditionally, most hospitals have been non-profit, and I wanted to analyze whether the drive for profits would compromise the care that hospitals provide to their patients. I studied the differences and similarities between non-profit and for-profit ownership types in three key areas: quality, access, and efficiency. I discovered through my research that the differences between the two ownership types are becoming increasingly difficult to identify. I concluded that for-profit hospitals have created a more competitive environment, and this increased competition will help keep …

Tractor Wars: Plowing Through Adversity, Kari Steen

Draftings In

Since the mid-1800s, companies have been developing and manufacturing farm machinery to make life easier and more efficient for the world's farmers. One of the greatest innovations has been the development of the tractor. Since its introduction, many advancements have been made by companies striving to become the market leader.

Getting Rid Of The Old Gas-Guzzler: The Federal Gasoline Tax As A Tool Of Public Policy, Michael T. Heaney

Draftings In

On August 9, 1993, U.S. President Bill Clinton signed into law a 4.3 cents per gallon increase in the federal gasoline tax. This increase, which brought the new federal tax level to 15.4 cents per gallon, was chosen from a menu of alternate options for energy taxation, including a British Thermal Unit (BTU) based tax and a tax on sulfur emissions. The increase was met with considerable political resistance and only passed by a narrow margin-2 votes in the House of Representatives and a tie broken in the Senate by the Vice President-after a protracted ten month debate. Although it …

The Euclid Heights Allotment: A Palimpsest Of The Nineteenth Century Search For Real Estate Value In Cleveland's East End, William C. Barrow

Michael Schwartz Library Publications

The Euclid Heights Allotment was a late nineteenth century predecessor to the Van Sweringen brothers' Shaker Heights development, anticipating many of the themes of its more famous successor. Located on the heights overlooking Case Western Reserve University, Euclid Heights was the first elite subdivision to marry new electric streetcar technology with the romantic appeal of Cleveland's heights and provide a sheltered, restricted residential community for the wealthy citizens gradually moving out Euclid Avenue to the University Circle area.

This allotment, in its various phases, was not the first use of the site, either for land speculation or allotments. Borrowing the …

The Recovery Of Matthew, A Success Story, Kathryn M. Loukas

Occupational Therapy Faculty Publications

In the fall of 1994, 11-year-old Matthew experienced a traumatic brain injury. Two years later, he is a consistent honor roll student. This is the story of how occupational therapy helped Matt heal and move on to life as a regular kid.

Concerning Compensation Paid To Elected State Officials., Colorado General Assembly

Session Laws 1951-2000

No abstract provided.

Concerning Assistance Programs For Immigrants, And Making An Appropriation In Connection Therewith., Colorado General Assembly

Session Laws 1951-2000

No abstract provided.

Concerning The Excise Tax Collected By The Department Of Regulatory Agencies On License And Registration Fees, And, In Connection Therewith, Creating A Legal Defense Account Within The Division Of Registration Cash Fund., Colorado General Assembly

Session Laws 1951-2000

No abstract provided.

Concerning The Approval Of The Alteration Of A Special District's Boundary When The Real Property To Be Included In The Special District Is Located In Another County., Colorado General Assembly

Session Laws 1951-2000

No abstract provided.

Concerning Increasing The Motorcycle Registration Surcharge That Is Imposed To Support The Motorcycle Operator Safety Training Program., Colorado General Assembly

Session Laws 1951-2000

No abstract provided.