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Benefits Of Onsite Health Programs In The Corporate Setting, Nathan Cook Apr 2019

Benefits Of Onsite Health Programs In The Corporate Setting, Nathan Cook

Thinking Matters Symposium Archive

Worksite health care clinics and corporate wellness programs are becoming a staple of companies at all levels. Companies are finding that having onsite healthcare clinics as well as comprehensive wellness programs are not only good incentives for employees but actually able to save large amounts of money with injury prevention, decrease in lost productivity and a number of other factors. A 2010 meta- analysis looking at the Return-Of Investment (ROI) found that there was an average of $3.27 per dollar spent on wellness initiatives ROI. Yearly savings can be upwards of $225,000 in some cases as the Sygenta Crop Production …


Perceptions Of Mental Health: Eight Conversations With Mainers From Africa, Teresa Sosa, Emelda Ogweta Apr 2019

Perceptions Of Mental Health: Eight Conversations With Mainers From Africa, Teresa Sosa, Emelda Ogweta

Thinking Matters Symposium Archive

As of 2016, 42 million refugees from around the world had been forced to flee their homes due to war, persecution, or natural disaster (George & Jettner, 2016). Due to these factors, as well as relocation and resettlement, refugees are at a significant risk for trauma and other mental health issues (George & Jettner, 2016). While the literature consistently validates this heightened risk for mental illness in refugees, more research is needed into refugee's perspectives on mental health. Through analysis of semi-structured interviews with eight refugees from Africa, this phenomenological study investigated refugee's perceptions of mental health and mental illness. …


Does Instrument Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization (Iastm) Benefit Adults With Physical Dysfunction?, Kayla Chamberlin, Deanna Richards Apr 2019

Does Instrument Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization (Iastm) Benefit Adults With Physical Dysfunction?, Kayla Chamberlin, Deanna Richards

Thinking Matters Symposium Archive

This project began in partnership with the Inland Hospital occupational therapy department in Waterville, Maine. The therapists were interested in evidence on the effectiveness of instrument assisted soft-tissue mobilization (IASTM) as a therapeutic intervention for their patients. This technique is an alternative form of therapeutic massage, which uses metal instruments to treat soft-tissue adhesions. This project looked into therapeutic outcomes of IASTM for use on adults with physical dysfunction, specifically those experiencing pain or loss of range of motion. The project reviewed numerous studies on the topic of IASTM. Eleven articles were selected to be included in the final project …


Program Proposal For Occupational Therapy In Post-Bariatric Surgery Aftercare Program, Deborah Ruediger Apr 2019

Program Proposal For Occupational Therapy In Post-Bariatric Surgery Aftercare Program, Deborah Ruediger

Occupational Therapy Collection

The focus of the poster presentation is to create a program proposal to include occupational therapy intervention after bariatric surgery to incorporate what the clients value in their occupations into a program that builds new and healthy habits. Most healthcare systems focus solely on the medical and nutritional aspects of weight loss after bariatric surgery. This focus limits the client as it does not address the modification of their occupations and maladaptive behaviors to ensure long-term success. Through the introduction of this program, the goal is to integrate occupational therapy as a standard of care post-bariatric surgery to ensure the …


Facilitating Return To Work Among Individuals With Mental Illness Through Occupational Therapy Interventions, Cleo Miller, Blakelee Jordan Apr 2019

Facilitating Return To Work Among Individuals With Mental Illness Through Occupational Therapy Interventions, Cleo Miller, Blakelee Jordan

Thinking Matters Symposium Archive

The side effects of mental illness can affect areas of occupation, including: play, leisure, work, social participation, activities of daily living, etc. (Brown & Stoffel, 2011). Through collaboration with Riverview Psychiatric Center (RPC) in Augusta, Maine, as well as Maureen Martin OTR/L, an evaluation of relevant research was conducted to determine occupational therapy’s (OT) roll in the process of returning to work (RTW) for clients newly discharged from an inpatient psychiatric facility. This evaluation devised three themes: personal factors related to RTW; assessment tools & frameworks used to guide intervention; and OT interventions that can facilitate RTW. Research suggests that …


Improving Safety On The Road Through Occupational Therapy Intervention, Katherine Uschmann, Zachary Childs Apr 2019

Improving Safety On The Road Through Occupational Therapy Intervention, Katherine Uschmann, Zachary Childs

Thinking Matters Symposium Archive

As the U.S. population ages, increasing the likelihood of impaired fitness-to-drive, the topic of road safety holds strong interest among numerous professionals. The field of occupational therapy (OT) affirms the importance of community mobility in supporting overall health and well-being. OT practitioners who encounter clients with questionable driving ability should refer them to driving specialists. However, the question remains what kind of interventions may help clients with cognitive decline who have the potential to return to safe driving. This project’s evidence search revealed a wide range of interventions that show promise including: classroom education (especially when augmented by on-road training), …


The Role Of Motivation And Cognition In Adults With Schizophrenia, Jaime Willard, Evangeline Abraham Apr 2019

The Role Of Motivation And Cognition In Adults With Schizophrenia, Jaime Willard, Evangeline Abraham

Thinking Matters Symposium Archive

Our work is based around the holistic nature of the field of occupational therapy. This evidence-based project initially began, at the request of our community partner, with the intention of finding one or more assessments that may help identify the cause of a lack of motivation among group home residents at Tri County Mental Health in Lewiston, ME who suffer from schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe mental illness that is now diagnosed as a spectrum disorder. It is characterized by distortions in the perception of reality and impairments in cognition and motivation. Schizophrenia can be categorized into three …


The Experience Of Social Workers Who Utilize Therapy Dogs In Practice, Kathryn Jochems Apr 2019

The Experience Of Social Workers Who Utilize Therapy Dogs In Practice, Kathryn Jochems

Thinking Matters Symposium Archive

Animal assisted therapy, which incorporates animals into structured therapeutic interventions, and its use within social work has been shown to increase social interactions, communication, and the overall health and safety of clients (Nimer & Lundahl, 2007). However, there is a gap in the literature regarding the professional and personal experiences of individual social workers with incorporating certified therapy dogs into their practice. This study examined the approval process, perceived effects on practice, perceived effects outside of practice, and future implications of using therapy dogs in social work through the analysis of qualitative data from seven in-depth interviews with licensed social …


Ada News - 04/01/2019, American Dental Association, Publishing Division Apr 2019

Ada News - 04/01/2019, American Dental Association, Publishing Division

ADA News

Established in 1970 as the official newspaper of the American Dental Association, the ADA News serves practicing dentists and others allied to the dental profession in the U.S. and internationally. It is the No. 1 source of news and information about the many benefits and services the ADA delivers to members daily as well as timely information on scientific, social, political and economic developments affecting dentistry and health care.


Aerobic Training Effects On Symptoms Of Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction During Exercise In Young Sedentary Adults, Savannah Hollifield Apr 2019

Aerobic Training Effects On Symptoms Of Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction During Exercise In Young Sedentary Adults, Savannah Hollifield

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The aim of this study was to determine how an aerobic training program influenced the symptoms of EIB in the college-aged population.


Exercise And Autism Spectrum Disorder, Savannah Hollifield, Karlee Moore Apr 2019

Exercise And Autism Spectrum Disorder, Savannah Hollifield, Karlee Moore

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

No abstract provided.


The Effect Of Static Versus Dynamic Stretching Programs On The Lower Body Power Assessments Of The Broad And Vertical Jumps On Male Collegiate Football Players, Antwann Mccray Apr 2019

The Effect Of Static Versus Dynamic Stretching Programs On The Lower Body Power Assessments Of The Broad And Vertical Jumps On Male Collegiate Football Players, Antwann Mccray

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this study was to determine which stretching protocol would be more beneficial to power and jump performance. It was hypothesized that static stretching that occurs during an off-season workout will lead to greater increases in power assessed by the broad and vertical jumps.


Comparing Validity Of Body Composition Measuring Tools, Eric Jamison, Kira Ramsey, Kristin Russell Apr 2019

Comparing Validity Of Body Composition Measuring Tools, Eric Jamison, Kira Ramsey, Kristin Russell

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this study was to test the validity of body composition measuring machines by finding the error in percent difference. It was hypothesized that the Bod Pod would provide more valid percent body fat estimates than the Omron 306 and the Omron HBF541C.


The Effect Of Standing-Desks On Productivity In Obese Populations, Lindsey Wright Apr 2019

The Effect Of Standing-Desks On Productivity In Obese Populations, Lindsey Wright

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

This study was designed to understand how the use of a standing desk would affect the cognitive function and motor skills of obese subjects.


The Biomechanics Of The Overhead Volleyball Serve, Emily Dyment Apr 2019

The Biomechanics Of The Overhead Volleyball Serve, Emily Dyment

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

No abstract provided.


Effects Of Grip Width On Bench Press 1rm In College Males, Alan Bennett Apr 2019

Effects Of Grip Width On Bench Press 1rm In College Males, Alan Bennett

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The Bench Press is said to be the most important of all upper body exercises (Deaton, Ras, 2019). This exercise incorporates several of the muscles in the upper body and is included in training programs for several different sports and activities. The participants of this study were 30 college males, each with at least 1 year of previous training experience and no previous injuries or disabilities that would impair bench press performance. Each of the 30 participants were randomly assigned to 1 of three groups with 10 participants in each group: close grip bench press (100% shoulder width), moderate grip …


The Effects Of Dry Needling On Hamstring Strains And Pain In Collegiate Athletes, Eric Jones Apr 2019

The Effects Of Dry Needling On Hamstring Strains And Pain In Collegiate Athletes, Eric Jones

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of dry needling on pain in acute grade 1 hamstring strains. The hypothesis for this research study was that the dry needling treatment groups would experience in a larger decrease in pain levels according to the VAS scores than the control group.


The Effects Of Exercise On Cognition And Adls In Males With Dementia, Kayla Curatolo Apr 2019

The Effects Of Exercise On Cognition And Adls In Males With Dementia, Kayla Curatolo

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this study was to identify how a 16 week exercise program affects cognitive functioning and ADLs in male dementia patients living in nursing homes. It was hypothesized that a 16 week exercise program would improve cognition and ADLs.


Movement Analysis Of A Box Jump, Kaylin Schuda, Morgan Murphy Apr 2019

Movement Analysis Of A Box Jump, Kaylin Schuda, Morgan Murphy

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

No abstract provided.


Dry Needling And Hamstring Strains In Collegiate Baseball Players, Christ Clary Apr 2019

Dry Needling And Hamstring Strains In Collegiate Baseball Players, Christ Clary

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

Hamstring strain injuries (HSIs) are extremely prevalent injuries in the collegiate baseball setting. HSIs require plentiful rest and rehabilitation to regain the normal functions of the injured leg meaning athletes will not be able to participate in competition. Time loss from sport has negative effects on the injured athlete and their team. For these reasons, it is important that athletes receive the best possible treatment to get them back on the field as quickly and safely as possible. Eccentric strength training has been shown to be the most effective rehabilitation and injury prevention measure for HSIs. Eccentric training is often …


The Movement Analysis Of The Olympic Power Clean Lift, Austin Billiot Apr 2019

The Movement Analysis Of The Olympic Power Clean Lift, Austin Billiot

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

No abstract provided.


The Impact Of Treating Endometriosis With Aerobic Exercise For Women Ages 20 To 30, Morgan Wortman Apr 2019

The Impact Of Treating Endometriosis With Aerobic Exercise For Women Ages 20 To 30, Morgan Wortman

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of the study was to see if aerobic exercise could be used as a treatment option for women ages 20 to 30 with endometriosis pain. It is hypothesized for the study was that exercise could help women with endometriosis if it is done continuously at a moderate intensity.


The Effects Of Exercise On Diabetes Mellitus Ii, Jarrett Thompson, Tyler Marinelli Apr 2019

The Effects Of Exercise On Diabetes Mellitus Ii, Jarrett Thompson, Tyler Marinelli

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

No abstract provided.


Cardiopulmonary Measures For Submaximal Arm And Leg Ergometer Tests, Savannah Hollifield Apr 2019

Cardiopulmonary Measures For Submaximal Arm And Leg Ergometer Tests, Savannah Hollifield

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

Thus, the purpose of this study was to determine the differences in oxygen uptake between arm and leg ergometry, independent of gender and age. It was hypothesized that arm ergometry will display a higher oxygen uptake, heart rate, and RPE values than leg ergometry.


The Effects Of Carrying Loads On Lower Extremities Within Military Personnel, Austin Billiot Apr 2019

The Effects Of Carrying Loads On Lower Extremities Within Military Personnel, Austin Billiot

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

Carrying loads is essentially learned through nurture and the environment you live in. Humans at one point in their lives utilize this method of carrying loads to achieve a specific task. Military service personnel make use of this method quite often in their daily work environment. Military personnel are accustomed with being injured and the recovery process which follows. All studies reviewed, revealed that there is a correlation between lower extremity problems and load carrying force. This research was done on military service members to find the exact motion that load becomes an issue for basic movement (walking, jogging, and …


Nutritional Analysis Of Endurance Athlete, Alin Richard, Zach Lovelace, Taylor Ruppe Apr 2019

Nutritional Analysis Of Endurance Athlete, Alin Richard, Zach Lovelace, Taylor Ruppe

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

No abstract provided.


The Movement Analysis Of A Jump Float Volleyball Serve, Alin Richard, Kylee Garrison Apr 2019

The Movement Analysis Of A Jump Float Volleyball Serve, Alin Richard, Kylee Garrison

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

No abstract provided.


The Effects Of Submaximal Fatigue On The Y-Balance Test Scores, Caleb Bissette, Kayla Curatolo, Jacob Wall, Megan Wortman Apr 2019

The Effects Of Submaximal Fatigue On The Y-Balance Test Scores, Caleb Bissette, Kayla Curatolo, Jacob Wall, Megan Wortman

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this study was to assess how scores on the Y -balance test differed before and after submaximal fatigue. It was hypothesized that submaximal fatigue would cause Y-Balance Test scores to decrease in the anterior, posteromedial, and posterolateral directions.


The Effects Of Distance Running On Idiopathic Hypertension In Middle-Aged Sedentary Males, Courtney Kanetzke Apr 2019

The Effects Of Distance Running On Idiopathic Hypertension In Middle-Aged Sedentary Males, Courtney Kanetzke

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of distance running on sedentary middle-aged adults with idiopathic hypertension through quantitative, objective measurements. It is hypothesized that the 5000-meter participants would have the greatest reductions in blood pressure due to evidence that more aerobic activity has a high correlation with decreased blood pressure in hypertensive individuals.


Jumping And Stabilization Techniques In Collegiate Athletes With And Without Genu Varum, Jacob Wall Apr 2019

Jumping And Stabilization Techniques In Collegiate Athletes With And Without Genu Varum, Jacob Wall

EXSI 432/532: Research Methods in Exercise Science: Research Proposal Posters

The purpose of this study was to examine if there are differences in stabilization times between healthy individuals and those with Genu Varum. It is hypothesized that participants with Genu Varum will take longer to stabilize after jumping and landing.