The purpose of this study was to assess concussion knowledge among parents and coaches of youth athletes between the ages of 8-12. Research Advisor, Jamie Weary.
This study examines the knowledge of the Concussion Information Sheet by parents who are associated with the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA). Research Advisor, Dr. Michael Meyer.
To discuss the continuing education practices of AT’s along with their concussion management confidence and knowledge. Research Advisor, Dr. Linda Platt Meyer.
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship among core power, core strength, core stability, and athletic performance in college soccer athletes. Research Advisor, Dr. Rebecca Hess.
The purpose of this study was to examine the nutritional profile of dancers at the university level and determine if correlations existed between their nutrition knowledge, eating habits, and eating behaviors. Research Advisor, Dr. Rebecca Hess.
The purpose of this study was to assess the relationship between core strength in Division II Collegiate Women's volleyball players and the velocity of a volleyball serve. Research Advisor, Dr. Lindsey McGuire.
The purpose of this study is to correlate HRV measurements taken with an electrocardiogram to FTT scores. A secondary purpose of this study is to examine validity and reliability of the iThlete HRV software application through additional correlations. Research Advisor, Dr. Shelly DiCesaro.
The purpose of the current research is to examine the relationship between muscular imbalances and their effect on force production during a drop-jump test. Research Advisor, Dr. Edwin Zuchelkowski.
The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between shoulder-pelvic separation and gluteus maximus strength during the golf swing. Research Advisor, Dr. Thomas F. West.
The purpose of this study was to measure physical activity levels and job satisfaction scores of certified Athletic Trainers and look for a potential correlation, then compare scores to employment settings and other variables. Research Advisor, Dr. Shelly DiCesaro.
The purpose of this study is to examine the difference in maximal drumming speed of various skill levels dependent upon warm-up protocols. Research Advisor, Dr. Thomas F. West.
The purpose of this study is to determine whether or not hypermobile athletes have decreased sensations as compared to non-hypermobile athletes. Research Advisor, Dr. Shelly DiCesaro.
The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of an ACL injury prevention program on gluteus medius strength as well as strength gains from the implementation of the program between males and females. Research Advisor, Dr. Shelly DiCesaro.
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of prophylactic bracing versus taping on single leg post vertical jump balance. Research Advisor, Dr. Shelly DiCesaro.
To examine the relationship personality traits of neuroticism and extroversion vs. introversion have with the injury occurrence of Division II collegiate athletes. Research Advisor, Dr. Ellen J. West.
The purpose of the study is to examine the effects of cryotherapy on the lower extremity and peak landing forces measured during a single-leg vertical jump. Research Advisor, Dr. Thomas F. West.
The purpose of the study is to examine the effects of cryotherapy on the lower extremity and functional performance as measured by the single-leg vertical jump. Research Advisor, Dr. Thomas F. West.
The primary purpose of this study was to determine the effects of a functional fatigue protocol on dynamic balance while utilizing a prophylactic bracing technique and tape. Research Advisor, Dr. Rebecca Hess
The purpose of the study was to investigate warm-up lengths on functional agility, measured using the T-test, after ice bag application to the anterior thigh. Research Advisor, Dr. Rebecca Hess.