The purpose of this study was to explore NATA District 1 and 2 ATs' self-perceptions on quality of care in relation to their tenure at their current position and their overall experience as a board certified athletic trainer. Research Advisor, Dr. Ellen West.
To determine high school and collegiate certified Athletic Trainers’ perceptions of gender bias in the workplace. Research Advisor, Dr. Shelly DiCesaro.
The purpose of this study was to recognize the persistent overuse injuries occurring in the overhead athlete and examine the ways these athletes have attempted to treat and prevent these injuries. Specifically this study examined the initial onset of these overuse injuries and exercises performed. Research Advisor, Dr. Thomas F. West.
The purpose of this study was to determine a prevalence of eating disorders among female collegiate equestrian athletes. Research Advisor, Dr. Carol Biddington.
The purpose of this research was to use a functional screen to create a profile of a Division II university dancer. Research Advisor, Dr. Rebecca Hess.
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship among hip abductor muscle strength, dynamic balance, and functional balance ability in collegiate athletes. Research Advisor, Dr. Rebecca Hess.
The purpose of this study was to determine a relationship between body image and disordered eating and observe and differences between individual sport and team sport athletes. Research Advisor, Dr. Shelly DiCesaro.
The purpose of this study was to analyze if a relationship exists between the length clinical education experience and entry-level confidence along with first time Board of Certification passing rates in athletic training education. Research Advisor, Dr. Linda P. Meyer.
The purpose of this study was to identify the role, if any, lean calf girth and lower leg endurance have in the occurrence of anterior shin pain. Research Advisor, Dr. Edwin Zuchelkowski.
The purpose of this study was to examine any differences in nutritional knowledge and eating habits of undergraduate athletic training and wellness & fitness students as well as determine if there was a correlation between two variables regardless of group. Research Advisor, Dr. Rebecca Hess.
The purpose of the study was to examine the relationship between posture and muscle activity of three separate muscles in NCAA Division III swimmers. Research Advisor, Dr. Robert H. Kane.
The purpose of this study is to develop a predictive model of joint mobilization utilization. This model will predict the level of usage of joint mobilization based on the educational training of certified athletic trainers. Research Advisor, Dr. Linda Meyer.
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between the Functional Movement Screening and the Star Excursion Balance Test. Research Advisor, Dr. Rebecca Hess.
To investigate the relationship between the peak activity of the three main scapular stabilizing muscles and identifying types of scapular dyskinesis. Research Advisor, Dr. Edwin Zuchelkowski.
The purpose of this study is to examine the use and the effect of social networks for athletic training education and clinical education. Research Advisor, Dr. Ellen J. West.
The purpose of this study was to determine the most commonly utilized method for concussion assessment by certified athletic trainers (ATs). Research Advisor, Dr. Carol Biddington.
The purpose of this study are to determine if collegiate athletes are adhering to recommended measures identified by the NATA guidelines on the prevention of skin disease and identify barriers to implementation of recommended measures. Research Advisor, Dr. Jodi Dusi.
The purpose of this study is to assess the current perceptions and familiarity of student disability services professionals in regards to concussions and/or MTBI and to identify the most commonly requested and approved disability academic access accommodations available to post-secondary student-athletes. Research Advisor, Dr. Ellen J.West.
This study examined perceived value and effectiveness of iPad/iBook integration into general medical course using survey questions pertaining to satisfaction, value and general effectiveness of the iPad and the iBook. Research Advisor, Dr. Thomas F. West.
