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Mental Associations And Music Therapy: Including The History Of Associationism And The Neurology Of Associations, Dianna Rose

Expressive Therapies Capstone Theses

Associations are formed in our minds based upon three elements: sensory experience, emotions, and memories. These associations, unique to each individual, dictate thoughts, beliefs, behaviors, and actions. Some are necessary and supportive, while others can be maladaptive. Established associations can be changed, and new associations can be formed, to align with a client’s goals. The literature presents a strong history of associationism, as well as a body of research that demonstrates the neurological processes of how mental associations are formed. There are also studies showing how music activates the brain. However, there is a lack of research which draws direct …

Physical Inactivity: A Behavioral Disorder In The Physical Therapist’S Scope Of Practice, Matthieu P. Boisgontier, Maura D. Iversen

SHU Faculty Publications

In health, the gold standard is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.This state is weakened by physical inactivity, which involves a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, depression, and obesity. Moreover, 6% to 10% of all deaths from non-communicable diseases worldwide can be attributed to physical inactivity. These adverse effects of physical activity provide evidence that physically active individuals are closer to the gold standard of health than inactive individuals. Therefore, physical activity – not inactivity – should be the standard reference behavior. In this framework, physical inactivity is a clinically significant disturbance in an …

The Effects Of Thermal Aquatic Therapy, Meredith Ferguson

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

No abstract provided.

The Impact Of Playing Surface On Doms In Mls Players During Training, Luke Beamer

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

Exercise Science and Honors Thesis Poster

Effectiveness Of Cardiac Rehabilitation In Preventing A Second Negative Cardiac Event For 15 Years, Kaylin Schuda

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

No abstract provided.

Champ's Triathlon Training Program, Rachael Sollman

OTD Capstone Projects

Champ's Triathlon Training Program was created to provide an adaptive fitness opportunity to the community of Nashville, TN. This program was specifically targeting children 8 to 15 years old diagnosed with Down's Syndrome and Cerebral Palsy, Gross Motor Function Classification Scale levels I, II, and III. Champ's Triathlon Training Program was an extension of the Champ's Tri My Best Triathlon hosted by a team of therapists and Vanderbilt's Pediatric Clinic, including Kelley Newman. The program aimed to increase the participants' strength, flexibility, and endurance through triathlon related activities such as running/walking, swimming, and biking. Outcomes of the program were to …

Distality Of Attentional Focus And Its Role In Postural Balance Control, Christian Kupper, Karen Roemer, Elizabeth Jusko, Karen Zentgraf

All Faculty Scholarship for the College of Education and Professional Studies

The role of attentional focusing in motor tasks has been highlighted frequently. The “internal–external” dimension has emerged, but also the spatial distance between body and attended location. In two experiments, an extended attentional focus paradigm was introduced to investigate distality effects of attentional foci on balance performance. First, the distality of the coordinates of the point of focus was varied between a proximal and distal position on an artificial tool attached to the body. Second, the distance of the displayed effect on the wall was varied between a 2.5 and 5 m condition. Subjects were instructed to focus on controlling …

Effects Of Yoga On Mindfulness In Pediatric Patients With Oncology Diagnoses Through Guardian Perspectives: A Research Protocol, Victoria Ciszak, Dana Cutler, Gabriella Lamanna, Kristen Ogonowski

Student Research Poster Presentations 2020

Abstract:

Background: Yoga practice is commonly utilized by physical therapists in order to promote physical and mental health. In populations with a poorer prognosis, mindfulness and overall well-being becomes increasingly important. In particular, the pediatric cancer population requires an intervention that keeps these emotional needs in mind. Because children are physically and mentally developing throughout their oncology treatments, it is crucial that a comprehensive psychosocial treatment plan is initiated. Yoga can fill this need as it has elements that influence behavior and physical development.

Objective: The aim of this protocol paper is to determine all necessary procedures for future …

Promoting Physical Activity In Group Home Settings: Staff Perspectives Through A Swot Analysis, Bik C. Chow, Peggy Hiu Nam Choi, Wendy Yajun Huang, Chien-Yu Pan

Faculty of Design & Environment (THEi)

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate perceptions of staff about the promotion of physical activity (PA) in selected group residences of Hong Kong (HK), some of which had experienced a multi-component PA program. Method: Focus group interviews with nineteen staff members from four group homes (two of which received the program) were conducted. Findings: A SWOT analysis provided important insights into residential staff views about key influences on the quality of PA programs for residents with intellectual disabilities (ID). Positive (strengths and opportunities) and negative (weaknesses and threats) influences were identified. They were associated with characteristics of …

Effect Of Foam Pad Balance Exercise In Individual With Cancer Undergoing Chemotherapy, Chanatsupang Saraboon

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Background: People with cancer undergoing chemotherapy usually report a decline in balance and physical function. Foam pad balance exercises improve balance and physical function in older adults. This study aimed to examine the effect of foam pad balance exercise on balance, physical function, peripheral neuropathy, and quality of life in people with cancer undergoing chemotherapy. Methods: Thirty participants were divided randomly into 2 groups: control group (CG) and balance exercise group (BG). The BG were asked to perform foam pad balance exercises 60 minutes/day, twice a week for 6 weeks, and conventional therapy. The CG was given conventional therapy only. …

Effects Of Correction Of Scapular Alignment On Pain And Cervical Range Of Motion In Patients With Neck Pain And Depressed Scapula, Siwaluk Srikrajang

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Background: A depressed scapular position has been proposed to be associated with cervical disorders. Active scapular correction is suggested as a potential intervention that may improve symptoms for patients with neck pain. The purpose of this research was to examine the effects of active scapular correction on cervical range of motion (ROM), pain, and pressure pain threshold (PPT) in chronic neck pain with the depressed scapula. Methods: This research consists of two studies. Study I: A randomized control trial was conducted in 46 participants with chronic neck pain and depressed scapula. Participants were randomly assigned into either the intervention (n …

Modification Of Cognitive Impairment Screening Tool On Smart Device For Thai Elderly, Pipuchana Phowwiboon

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Background: At present, the number of elderly people is constantly increasing all over the world. Therefore, we need to prepare for this change. Technology is now a vital part of every aspect of life, including health. For this reason, the researchers have developed an application used in the field of health as a tool to assist in assessing dementia in the elders. It is quick to combine the scores and record the elders' information, which is likely to benefit healthcare workers. Objective: To determine the construct validity of modification of cognitive impairment screening tool on smart devices compared with the …

Factors Related To Physical Therapy Management In Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis, Patsakon Saisuri

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Background: Most physical therapists in developed countries use evidence-based physical therapy for patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA). Conversely, little is known concerning treatment used by Thai physical therapists (PTs) in such patients. Objective: To study the relationship among characteristics of PTs, patients with knee OA, and type of physical therapy treatments. Methods: This survey applied three sets of questionnaires to collect data. Questionnaire Set-A collected PTs’ information and experience in treating knee OA. Questionnaires Set-B collected patients’ information regarding history of knee OA, pain, disability, and function (using pain scale and the modified Thai version of the Western Ontario and …

Immediate Effect Of Pain Relief By Ultrasound In Individuals With Sub-Acute Ankle Sprain: A Randomized-Controlled Trial, Thongchai Suksri

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Background: Ultrasound therapy (US) is commonly used to treat ankle sprain. However, there is a lack of evidence concerning the analgesic effect of US on subacute ankle sprain. Objective: To investigate the immediate effect of US on pain, ankle range of motion (ROM), and plantar pressure in individuals with unilateral subacute ankle sprains. Methods: Fifty-four participants with unilateral subacute ankle sprains (aged 16-55 years) were recruited and randomly allocated into 2 groups: treatment group (n = 27) and control group (n = 27). A single intervention session was applied in both groups. The treatment group was treated with US, whereas …

The Efficacy Of Yoga As An Adjunctive Therapy To Standard Multidisciplinary Care In The Treatment Of Female Patients Presenting With Cognitive Eating Disorder Symptoms, Cassidy Nagle

Capstone Showcase

Introduction: Current treatment of patients exhibiting cognitive eating disorder symptoms is standard multidisciplinary care (SMDC) involving behavioral therapy, medical management and dietetics. Because these symptoms often persist or relapse despite treatment, research has begun to explore adjunctive therapies like yoga for this population. This review will explore seven studies in order to analyze the effect of yoga (I) on cognitive eating disorder symptoms (O) in teenage and adult females (P) when added to SMDC compared to symptom reduction with SMDC alone (C).

Methods: A literature search was conducted in PubMed, Academic Search Ultimate and Google Scholar starting November 2018. Seven …

Cross-Cultural Adaptation, Reliability, And Validity Study Of The Thai Version Of The Manchester-Oxford Foot Questionnaire In Individuals With Chronic Foot Pain, Poramat Kul-Eung

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

There are 10-24% of the population who experience chronic foot pain. Patient-reported outcome measurement (PROM) is a standardized tool that is useful in measuring the outcomes of treatment. The Manchester-Oxford Foot Questionnaire (MOXFQ) is a foot-specific questionnaire that was developed for surgical outcomes and foot conditions assessment. There are 3 subscales of MOXFQ including walking/standing, pain, and social interaction. MOXFQ has been translated into several languages but there is no previous Thai version. This study aimed to cross-culturally adapt and test for reliability and validity of the Thai version of MOXFQ (Thai-MOXFQ) in participants with chronic foot problems. The original …

Comparison Of The Accuracy To Predict Falls Of The Figure Of 8 Walk Test With And Without Dual-Task In Older Adults, Tidarat Nualyong

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Background: The figure of eight walk test (F8W) is a measurement tool that examines the ability to walk on a curved path. Adding secondary tasks to the F8W test may increase its ability to predict falls in older adults. This research aimed 1.) to examine the accuracy of the F8W test and the F8W test with dual-tasking for predicting future falls in older adults; 2.) to investigate the reliability and the concurrent validity of the F8W test with and without dual-task in older adults. Methods: Eighty older adults between the ages of 60 and 80 were recruited. At the beginning …

Oral Contraceptives As Possible Acl Injury Prevention Method, Haley Schweizer

Capstone Showcase

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries are an upsetting setback for many athletes that require a long and costly recovery process. The injury rates are four times greater in women than men. Preventative measures that help to prevent ACL injuries are limited to stretching and strengthening. Therefore, this review aims to investigate if oral contraceptive [I] usage provides a possible new avenue for prevention of ACL injury [O] in young female athletes (ages 18-30) [P] compared to those that do not take oral contraceptives [C].

Methods: A literature review was performed though PubMed, Google Scholar, SCOPUS Database, and ClinicalKey …

Effect Of The Robotic-Assisted Gait Training Device (Welwalk®) Plus Physiotherapy In Improving The Ambulatory Function In Sub-Acute Hemiplegic Stroke Patients: Assessor-Blinded, Randomized Controlled Trial, Natapatchakrid Thimabut

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Over the last decades, the effectiveness of robot-assisted gait training devices has been extensively studied. Welwalk® has been developed to support ambulatory functions in stroke patients based on motor learning theory. Objective: To investigate the effects of Welwalk® plus physiotherapy versus physiotherapy alone, in improving ambulatory function in subacute stroke patients with hemiplegia. Methods: The study was an assessor-blinded, randomized controlled trial. Twenty-six subacute stroke patients with hemiplegia were randomized and allocated into either the Welwalk group or control. All patients received 30 training sessions (5 days/week for six weeks) which included standard physiotherapy treatment (60 min) and ambulation training …

Development Of A Device To Alert For Breaks To Prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders In The Neck And Low Back Among Office Workers, Pooriput Waongenngarm

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The objective of this thesis was to develop a device to alert for breaks to prevent musculoskeletal disorders in the neck and low back among office workers. This thesis was divided into four stages: 1) systematically review to gain insights into the effectiveness of breaks on low back pain, discomfort, and work productivity in office workers; 2) evaluation of the characteristics of perceived discomfort and postural shifts during a 4-hour sitting period; 3) evaluation of the effects of a device to alert for active breaks on preventing neck and low back pain among office workers: 6- and 12-month follow-up; and …

An Intervention With Dance And Yoga For Girls With Functional Abdominal Pain Disorders (Just In Time): Protocol For A Randomized Controlled Trial, Anna Philipson, Stefan Särnblad, Lars Ekstav, Mats Eriksson, Ulrika L. Fagerberg, Margareta Möller, Evalotte Mörelius, Anna Duberg

Research outputs 2014 to 2021

©Anna Philipson, Stefan Särnblad, Lars Ekstav, Mats Eriksson, Ulrika L Fagerberg, Margareta Möller, Evalotte Mörelius, Anna Duberg. Background: Functional abdominal pain disorders (FAPDs) affect many children worldwide, predominantly girls, and cause considerable long-term negative consequences for individuals and society. Evidence-based and cost-effective treatments are therefore strongly needed. Physical activity has shown promising effects in the practical management of FAPDs. Dance and yoga are both popular activities that have been shown to provide significant psychological and pain-related benefits with minimal risk. The activities complement each other, in that dance involves dynamic, rhythmic physical activity, while yoga enhances relaxation and focus. Objective: …