Use Of Near-Infrared Light To Reduce Symptoms Associated With Restless Legs Syndrome In A Woman: A Case Report,
2010
Brigham Young University
Use Of Near-Infrared Light To Reduce Symptoms Associated With Restless Legs Syndrome In A Woman: A Case Report, Ulrike H. Mitchell
Faculty Publications
Introduction: We describe a potential new treatment option for patients suffering from restless legs syndrome. Contemporary treatment for restless legs syndrome consists mostly of dopaminergic drugs that leave some patients feeling nauseated and dizzy. A non-invasive, drug-free option would open new doors for patients suffering from restless legs syndrome. Case presentation: A 69-year-old Caucasian woman met International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group criteria for the diagnosis of restless legs syndrome. She had been afflicted with restless legs syndrome for over 30 years and tried many of the available pharmaceutical remedies without success. For this study she received 30-minute treatment sessions …
The Effect Of Concurrent Activation Potentiation On The Knee Extensor And Flexor Performance Of Men And Women,
2010
Marquette University
The Effect Of Concurrent Activation Potentiation On The Knee Extensor And Flexor Performance Of Men And Women, Luke Garceau, Erich Petushek, Mckenzie Fauth, William Ebben
Exercise Science Faculty Research and Publications
This study evaluated the effect of remote voluntary contractions (RVC) during isometric and isokinetic knee flexion and extension tests and evaluated gender differences therein. Subject peak torque, rate of torque development, and power were assessed with a dynamometer in RVC and no RVC’s conditions. A two way mixed ANOVA with repeated measures for condition was used to evaluate the interaction between conditions and gender, and to assess the main effects. Main effects were evaluated with a paired samples t-test. Results revealed a significant interaction between all but one test condition and gender as well as significant main effects for all …
Dynamic Stabilization During The Landing Phase Of Plyometric Exercises,
2010
Northern Michigan University
Dynamic Stabilization During The Landing Phase Of Plyometric Exercises, Erich Petushek, Luke Garceau, Tyler Vanderzanden, Brad Wurm, Christina Feldmann, William Ebben
Exercise Science Faculty Research and Publications
This study examined the differences in and the reliability of time to stabilization (TTS) of several plyometric exercises. Twenty six men performed a variety of plyometric exercises representing a continuum of intensities of landing instability, including line hops, cone hops, squat jumps, tuck jumps, countermovement jumps, dumbbell countermovement jumps, and single leg countermovement jumps on a force platform. A repeated measures ANOVA with Bonferroni post hoc corrections was used to evaluate the differences in TTS between plyometric exercises. Practitioners who use plyometrics to train dynamic stability and balance should create programs that progress the intensity of the exercises based on …
Antagonist Conditioning Contractions Impair Agonist Functioning,
2010
Marquette University
Antagonist Conditioning Contractions Impair Agonist Functioning, Luke Garceau, Aaron Gray, Mckenzie Fauth, Phillip Hanson, Brittni Hsu, Tejin Yoon, Chris Szalkowski, Brittney Lutsch, William Ebben
Exercise Science Faculty Research and Publications
This study assessed the effect of antagonist conditioning contractions (ACC) on the subsequent force and electromyography of an agonist. Twelve subjects performed isokinetic elbow flexion on a dynamometer in 4 test conditions including a baseline condition without, and 1, 3 and 6 seconds after, isometric triceps extension. Average peak torque (T), peak torque/body weight (T:BW), average power (P), and rate of torque development (RTD) were assessed. Electromyographic data were obtained from elbow extensors and flexors. A repeated measures ANOVA with post hoc analysis demonstrated that T, T:BW, P, and RTD were higher in the baseline, compared to the post ACC …
The Effect Of Concurrent Activation Potentiation During Fast Stretch Shortening Cycle Activity,
2010
Northern Michigan University
The Effect Of Concurrent Activation Potentiation During Fast Stretch Shortening Cycle Activity, Erich Petushek, Luke Garceau, William Ebben
Exercise Science Faculty Research and Publications
This study evaluated the effect of remote voluntary contractions (RVC) on depth jump performance. Subjects performed the depth jump in a RVC condition and a condition without RVC (NO-RVC). Ground reaction force (GRF), impulse (I), and reactive strength index (RSI) were assessed with a force platform. Data were analyzed using a two way ANOVA. Analysis of GRF showed no significant main effects for RVC condition (p = 0.46) and no interaction for RVC condition and gender (p = 0.11). Analysis of I showed no significant main effects for RVC condition (p = 0.99) and no interaction for RVC condition and …
The Effect Of Lower Body Warm Water Immersion And Submaximal Exercise On Hamstring Extensibility,
2010
University of Northern Iowa
The Effect Of Lower Body Warm Water Immersion And Submaximal Exercise On Hamstring Extensibility, Annica Ava-Gaye Morrison
Dissertations and Theses @ UNI
Context: A comparison of single and dual heating on acute gains in hamstring extensibility. Objective: To determine if active warm-up in conjunction with warm water immersion will have a greater effect on hamstring extensibility than active warm-up on land. Design: Crossover Setting: Research laboratory. Participants: Eighteen physically active males (20.4± 1.8 yrs, ht= 196. 2± 7.1cm, mass= 90.5 ± 22.5kg) experiencing limited hamstring extensibility and no low back or leg injury within 6 months prior to collection, or heat related illnesses that required medical attention. IRB approval was given. Intervention: During three sessions participants were measured before and after one …
Concussions In Ice Hockey: Baseline Testing, Reporting Accuracy, And Cervical Functioning,
2010
Wilfrid Laurier University
Concussions In Ice Hockey: Baseline Testing, Reporting Accuracy, And Cervical Functioning, Craig J. Coghlin
Theses and Dissertations (Comprehensive)
The purpose of this study was threefold: firstly, to demonstrate the utility of the SCAT2 as both a baseline measurement and a tool to aid in the decision making process following the occurrence of a concussion; secondly, to assess the accuracy of reporting and/or relaying a diagnosis of a concussion; and finally to attempt to measure a relationship between cervical spine functioning and past concussion occurrence. Eighty hockey players were assessed for cognitive, neuropsychological, and physical measures pertaining to concussive injuries within ice hockey. The results of the study showed a marked underreporting of concussions due to either fear of …
A Qualitative Examination Of Sport Transitions In First Year Collegiate Female Athletes,
2010
Wilfrid Laurier University
A Qualitative Examination Of Sport Transitions In First Year Collegiate Female Athletes, Carolyn Mcewen
Theses and Dissertations (Comprehensive)
First year student athletes transitioning from high school to university experience simultaneous transitions in athletics, academics, social lives, family structures, support systems, and peer sport groups. These changes in their personal, social and occupational lives, can impact them cognitively, emotionally and behaviourally (Taylor & Ogilvie, 1994). The purpose of this study was to qualitatively examine the multi-dimensional transition experience of first-year collegiate athletes transitioning to higher level sports. A sample of eleven female varsity hockey, basketball, or volleyball athletes participated in two semi-structured interviews at beginning of the season and midseason. The first series of interviews were conducted face-to-face, with …
The Influence Of Plantar Cutaneous Stimulation On A Functional Test Of Gait In Parkinson’S Disease,
2010
Wilfrid Laurier University
The Influence Of Plantar Cutaneous Stimulation On A Functional Test Of Gait In Parkinson’S Disease, Rachel Van Oostveen
Theses and Dissertations (Comprehensive)
Although possible deficits in proprioception have been implicated as a cause of gait impairments in individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD), little research has been done to investigate improving this possible deficit as a method to influence mobility. The overall purpose of the current thesis was to investigate the influence of increased plantar stimulation on stability and gait impairments. This study also investigated the contribution of attention to locomotion in PD. The two studies comprising this thesis addressed the possible influence of the ribbed insoles in the initial response of PD participants as well as the long-term use of the insole. …
