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The Recognition Of Traumatic Brain Injuries As A Risk Factor For Dementia In Military Veterans: A Systematic Review, Julie Maroni, Jessica M. Monday

Student Research Poster Presentations 2021

Purpose/Hypothesis: The prevalence of traumatic brain injuries has increased over time. Following a TBI, neurodegeneration occurs which predisposes individuals to other neurological conditions such as dementia. The purpose of this study is to demonstrate the relationship between TBIs and the occurrence of dementia in military veterans.

Number of subjects: Not applicable

Materials/Methods: CINAHL complete and APA PsychInfo were searched electronically between the years 2000 and 2020 in August of 2020. A second search was conducted in January of 2021 to include any new and updated research. Search terms included concussion, mild traumatic brain injury, mild tbi, mtbi, …

Effectiveness Of Physical Therapy Interventions For Women With Dysmenorrhea: A Systematic Review, Emily Hammond, Abigail Applegate, Emma Caldwell, Hayley Witmer, Amy Tremback-Ball

Student Research Poster Presentations 2021

Background and aims: Primary dysmenorrhea, or painful menstruation, is common in menstruating females. However, in some, it can cause intense pain, disrupt activities of daily living, and impact quality of life. The treatment of dysmenorrhea does not traditionally include physical therapy. A systematic review was conducted to explore the role of physical therapy in treating dysmenorrhea. Methods: A search was performed in August 2020 and January 2021 using EBSCOhost, Academic Search Ultimate, CINAHL Complete, and MEDLINE. Search terms included exercise or physical activity or fitness AND dysmenorrhea or menstrual pain or painful menstruation. Inclusion criteria were articles that were peer-reviewed, …

Effectiveness Of An Injury Prevention Program On Division I Track & Field Runners, Courtney Almendinger Spt, Aaron Lemon Spt, Brooke Ireland Spt, Anna Sudbeck Spt

Physical Therapy Student Research Projects

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Competitive Aging Cyclists: Variables Associated With Successful Performance, Alana Hall Spt, Cayla Hirsch Spt, Kelsey Knecht Spt, Miranda Ristau Spt

Physical Therapy Student Research Projects

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The Effects Of Cycling On Bone Health In Senior Athletes, Micah Hettinger Spt, Chesney Nagel Spt, Ember Newman Spt, Ashley Wilson Spt

Physical Therapy Student Research Projects

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The Influence Of Hop Width During The Crossover Hop Test, Jon Albright Spt, Barry Ehlers Spt, Taylor Glasoe Spt, Shanna Selby Spt

Physical Therapy Student Research Projects

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The Effects Of Congenital Muscular Torticollis On Postural Control Among Four To Six - Year - Old Children, Josh Henderson, Spt, Alyssa Matson Spt, Nicci Mcguire Spt, Brett Steffen Spt

Physical Therapy Student Research Projects

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A Cross - Sectional Observational Study Testing Reliability And Validity For Tactile Acuity With Grid Localization In Healthy Patients, Molly Horning Spt, Luke Laycock Spt, Leslie Terwilliger Spt

Physical Therapy Student Research Projects

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Knowledge Of Pelvic Health Among Undergraduate Students, Taylor Hovaldt Spt, Kelsey Grosshuesch Spt, Erica Thyen Spt, Lexie Weier Spt

Physical Therapy Student Research Projects

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Resilience And Burnout: Students Vs Practicing Clinicians, Chloe Cornemann Spt, Sydney Giese Spt, Abby Mettler Mettler Spt, Hannah Wolzen Spt

Physical Therapy Student Research Projects

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Lower Extremity Strengthening, Neuromuscular Re-Education And Graded Activity For A Runner With Distal Hamstring Tendinopathy: A Case Report, Tara Oyasato

Case Report Papers

Background and Purpose: Hamstring injuries are common injuries athletes face with high recurrence rates. Many hamstring injuries, including hamstring tendinopathy are caused by non-contact mechanisms like running due to its role in eccentrically controlling rapid knee extension and hip flexion. Despite its prevalence, there is controversy surrounding the optimal treatment of a hamstring strain. The purpose of this case study was to document the physical therapy (PT) interventions for a runner with an acute distal hamstring injury and tendinopathy. Case Description: The patient was a 23-year-old active male referred to outpatient PT with a diagnosis of patellar tendinitis. The procedural …

Lower Extremity Strengthening, Neuromuscular Re-Education And Graded Activity For A Runner With Distal Hamstring Tendinopathy: A Case Report, Tara Oyasato

Case Report Presentations

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Background and Purpose: Hamstring injuries are common injuries athletes face with high recurrence rates. Many hamstring injuries, including hamstring tendinopathy are caused by non-contact mechanisms like running due to its role in eccentrically controlling rapid knee extension and hip flexion. Despite its prevalence, there is controversy surrounding the optimal treatment of a hamstring strain. The purpose of this case study was to document the physical therapy (PT) interventions for a runner with an acute distal hamstring injury and tendinopathy. Case Description: The patient was a 23-year-old active male referred to outpatient PT with a diagnosis of patellar …

Spreading Encouragement To Seniors In A Pandemic, Bonnie L. Rogulj, Lashia Hicks

Physical Therapy Collection

This brief note describes a "virtual calendar" project created by students of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. The calendar of images and poetry was shared with older adult community members to reduce loneliness and increase mental health and wellness in this population during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A Web-Based Intervention Is Feasible For Supporting Weight Loss And Increased Activity In Rural Women With Arthritis, Patricia A. Hageman, Christine Eisenhauer, Joseph E. Mroz, Rebecca Johnson Beller

Journal Articles: Physical Therapy

Rural women have well documented health disparities, with higher prevalence of obesity and chronic conditions, including arthritis. Change in weight and actigraph-recorded data were examined in a subset of 63 of 82 women with physician-diagnosed arthritis who completed a 30-month web-based clinical trial. Repeated measures analyses showed women lost weight from baseline to six months, slowly regained at 18 and 30 months, ending with a lower weight than baseline F(1,62)=40.89, p<0.001, η2p =0.40. Of 53 women with complete data, activity increased at six months, decreased at 18 months, and increased at 30 months F(1,52)=4.14, p =.04, η2p=0.07. Women showed improved change in weight and activity from baseline at six, 18 and 30 months. This study adds support that web-based programs may promote weight loss and activity in a hard-to-reach, underserved population of midlife and older rural women with arthritis

The Effects Of Exercise Interventions For Patients With Venous Lower Limb Ulcers: A Systematic Review, Jordan Hoffman, Christian San Pedro, Sabrina Mendez

Student Research Poster Presentations 2021

The Effects of Exercise Interventions for Patients with Venous Lower Limb Ulcers: A Systematic Review

Student Researchers: Christian San Pedro, SPT Jordan Hoffman, SPT Sabrina Mendez, SPT

Mentored by: Kristen Karnish, PT, MPH, DEd, GCS, CEEAA

Background:

Approximately 30 million Americans are affected by vascular disease with greater numbers world wide. Chronic wound care is costly, as seen by the 1.5 billion dollars Medicare spent treating wounds in 2014. Vascular disease can predispose individuals to lower limb ulcers, chronic wounds, necrosis, and amputation. In patients with chronic wounds, exercise has been hypothesized to decrease healing times by triggering cortisol release …

Reflections Of Communication Skills After Practicing Telehealth Physical Activity Screening Evaluations: Qualitative Study, Stephanie Blank, Carlos Falcon, Nicholas Heck, Isabelle Hoyven Cisneros, Gavin Mcbride, Matthew Miller, Rachel Tokuda, Jeff Houck

Student-Faculty Research - College of Physical Therapy

The Disconnect Between Patients and Providers

Have you had a healthcare visit where:

- You didn’t feel heard

- Your concerns weren’t fully addressed

- You didn’t follow the advice given

Cauda Equina Syndrome In A 53-Year-Old Female Following A Motor Vehicle Accident: A Case Report, Erica Guimond, Hayden Buckhalt, Brendan Adler, Spencer Bourassa

Case Report Papers

Background: Cauda equina syndrome (CES) is a collection of symptoms that can present as the result of many different spinal cord pathologies. CES is a medical emergency and often requires immediate surgical intervention to prevent permanent damage. The criteria for screening and diagnosis for CES is observed to be inconsistent and varied among healthcare professionals.

Case Description: A 53-year-old female was involved in a motor vehicle accident (MVA), resulting in her experiencing a concussion, and fracture of the left (L) ankle and right (R) femur. She required R hip surgery and was given a bilateral lower extremity non-weight bearing status. …

The Effects Of Yoga Therapy On Quality Of Life In Pediatric Patients With Oncological Diagnoses: A Systematic Review, Katherine Tota, Taylor Harnish, Meredith Hartz

Student Research Poster Presentations 2021

Background: Yoga therapies have become more common as physical therapy treatment to improve mood, anxiety, and fatigue in adolescents and adults with cancer. A cancer diagnosis has physical, emotional, and social effects on children and their families. It is correlated with high rates of depression and anxiety, and has large financial implications for parents/guardians.

Study design: Systematic review

Purpose: This purpose of this study was to examine the effects of yoga therapy on overall quality of life in treatment of patients with a pediatric oncology diagnosis.

Methods and Measure: A review of literature took place in January 2021 using the …

The Effect Of Different Balance Training Protocols On Athletes With Chronic Ankle Instability: A Systematic Review, Jonathan Boruta, Nate Macdonald, Zackery Wroniuk-Evans, Joshua Wilkes

Student Research Poster Presentations 2021

Chronic Ankle Instability (CAI) is a prevalent topic in the world of sports physical therapy due to the high incidence of ankle sprains among athletes. Differing opinions on methods of treatment for CAI has generated an influx of research regarding the effectiveness of different treatment protocols. Unstable balance training, plyometrics/hop stabilization training, resistance training with balance, and combined interventions are currently being researched to determine their effects on athletes with CAI.

The Effects Of Resistance Exercise Training On Quality Of Life And Muscle Strength In Patients Undergoing Cancer Treatment: A Systematic Review, Rachel A. Carmody, Evelyn S. Logie, Hannah J. Larkin, Kaitlyn E. Yurenda, Zachary M. Mason

Student Research Poster Presentations 2021

BACKGROUND: Breast cancer and prostate cancer are two of the most common cancers seen in females and males respectively worldwide. Treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, and androgen deprivation therapy are essential to combat cancerous cells. However, the lasting side effects of these lifesaving treatments can impact an individual’s quality of life and muscle strength without appropriate intervention. While exercise has been shown to be beneficial for patients with cancer, there is limited understanding of the effects of resistance training when performed concurrently with medical interventions.

PURPOSE: The purpose of this systematic review was to evaluate the impact of resistance training …