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Title: Influence of Intramuscular Electromyographic Electrode Insertion on Lower Back Muscle Performance and Activation in Individuals with Chronic Low Back Pain |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: In-Progress |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $1,631.50 |
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Submitted: April 2016 |
Awarded: May 2016 |
Funded: August 2016 – July 2017 |
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Description: The purpose of the research is to compare the effects of fine-wire electrode insertion on lower back muscle performance in individuals with and without chronic low back pain. The findings are currently being prepared to be submitted to the Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology. |
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Title: Mobility Functions in Individuals with Lower Limb Loss |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: In-Progress |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $1,505 |
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Submitted: April 2016 |
Awarded: May 2016 |
Funded: August 2016 – July 2017 |
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Description: The purpose of the research is to investigate the effects of an individual’s socioeconomic status, prior physical therapy, and accessibility to physical therapy on mobility in individuals with lower limb amputation. The findings have been submitted to the American Physical Therapy Association’s Combined Section Meeting for presentation in 2018. Part of the funds was used to support student travel to collect data. |
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Title: Effects of Intramuscular EMG Insertion to Deep Paraspinal Muscles on Lumbar Muscular Strength and Endurance Performance |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: In-Progress |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $1,452 |
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Submitted: April 2015 |
Awarded: May 2015 |
Funded: August 2015 – July 2016 |
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Description: The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of intramuscular electromyography (EMG) electrode insertion on the performance and activation of the lumbar paraspinal muscles (specifically multifidus). A secondary purpose is to quantify the amount of discomfort/pain experienced by the participants during lower back muscle performance testing with and without the intramuscular electrodes. We hypothesize that the intramuscular insertion will lead to reduced lumbar extensor strength and endurance performance, and reduced muscle activation level. The findings were presented at the American Physical Therapy Association’s Combined Section Meeting in 2017, and are being prepared to be submitted to the Journal of Biomechanics. |
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Title: The Impact of Visual Impairments on Mobility in Older Adults |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: In-Progress |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $935 |
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Submitted: April 2015 |
Awarded: May 2015 |
Funded: August 2015 – July 2016 |
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Description: The purpose of the study is to investigate factors, including visual acuity, relate to physical mobility in older adults in Southern Nevada. This research was presented at the American Physical Therapy Association’s Combined Section Meeting in 2017. A manuscript was submitted to the Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy. |
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Title: Acute Effects of Walking on the Deformation of Femoral Articular cartilage of the Knee |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: In-Progress |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Co-Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $2,125 |
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Submitted: April 2015 |
Awarded: May 2015 |
Funded: August 2015 – July 2016 |
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Description: The objectives of the study is to investigate tibiofemoral articular cartilage deformation induced by locomotion, and observe the effects of biomechanics of the lower extremity that could be contributing to cartilage deformation leading to osteoarthritis. By observing the biomechanics of the lower extremity, we can determine if abnormal forces on the tibiofemoral joint are leading to the development of premature osteoarthritis. |
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Title: Effects of Internal vs. External Attentional Focus Instructions on Running Form Re-education |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: In-Progress |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $2,600 |
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Submitted: April 2015 |
Awarded: May 2015 |
Funded: August 2015 – July 2016 |
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Description: The purpose of the 2-year study is to compare the effectiveness of the traditional internal vs. external focus based instruction on short and long term retention of running form re-education. The results and information gained from this study will not only benefit runners and clinical physical therapy practice, but will also help us understand the effects of instructions on motor learning. A manuscript is being prepared to be submitted to the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy. |
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Title: Effects of internal vs. external attentional focus instructions on running form re-education. |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: In-Progress |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $2,000 |
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Submitted: April 2014 |
Awarded: May 2014 |
Funded: August 2014 – July 2015 |
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Description: The purpose of the 2-year study is to compare the effectiveness of the traditional internal vs. external focus based instruction on short and long term retention of running form re-education. We hypothesized that using running form re-education through external focus will facilitate health and prevent musculoskeletal injury. The results and information gained from this study will not only benefit runners and clinical physical therapy practice, but will also help us understand the effects of instructions on motor learning. Pilot data obtained from this study have led to 3 external grant proposals. |
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Title: Musculoskeletal Symptoms of Neck and Shoulder in Users of Touch-screen Devices: A Survey Study |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: In-Progress |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $2,500 |
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Submitted: May 2013 |
Awarded: June 2013 |
Funded: August 2013 – July 2014 |
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Description: The primary goal of the project was to investigate the influence of tablet computer usage on the prevalence and severity of neck and shoulder symptoms. Findings from this study were presented at the American Physical Therapy Association’s Combined Section Meeting in 2016 and is currently under review at Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. |
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Title: The Effects of Training on Landing Strategies in Female College-Aged Dancers: A Pilot Study |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: In-Progress |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Co-Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $1,590 |
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Submitted: May 2013 |
Awarded: June 2013 |
Funded: Fall 2013 – Spring 2014 |
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Description: The purpose of the study was to investigate the effects of dance experience and movement instruction on lower extremity kinematics and muscle activation during landing tasks. Our findings suggested that experienced dancers demonstrate safer landing strategies compared to recreational athletes. Specific acute movement instruction can potentially deteriorate the mechanics of those with no dance training experience. This work has been submitted to Physical Therapy in Sport and is currently under review. Findings from this study were presented at the American Physical Therapy Association’s Combined Section Meeting in 2016. |
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Awarded
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Title: Lumbopelvic Muscle Performance and Cross-sectional Area in Individuals with Unilateral Transfemoral Amputation: Implications for Lower Back Pain |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: Awarded |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Co-Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $1,370 |
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Submitted: April 2017 |
Awarded: May 2017 |
Funded: August 2017 – July 2018 |
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Description: The purpose of this preliminary study is to establish the research methodology and to investigate the anatomical and functional characteristics of the lumbopelvic muscles in lower limb amputees with LBP. We propose to compare the multifidus muscle cross sectional area and paraspinal muscle performance between amputees with and without LBP and an age-matched control group. |
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Title: Mobility Outcomes and Patient Perception of Outpatient Physical Therapy in Individuals with Lower Extremity Amputation: a Retrospective Study |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: Awarded |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $1,820 |
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Submitted: April 2017 |
Awarded: May 2017 |
Funded: August 2017 – July 2018 |
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Description: The purpose of the proposed research is to determine whether receiving physical therapy in patients with limb loss leads to beneficial functional and quality of life outcomes when compared to those who did not receive physical therapy. Results from this study will be applied to improve the efficacy of physical therapy treatment with the goal of improving mobility and quality of life in individuals with limb loss. |
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Title: Patellar Tendon Morphology in Transtibial Amputees Utilizing a Patellar-Tendon-Bearing Prosthesis |
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Sponsor: UNLV Department of Physical Therapy |
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Status: Awarded |
Type: Grant, Research |
Role: Co-Principal |
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Scope: Local |
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Total Amount Awarded: $580 |
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Submitted: April 2017 |
Awarded: May 2017 |
Funded: August 2017 – July 2018 |
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Description: The purpose of this study is to examine the micro- and macro-morphological changes that occur in the patellar tendon of unilateral trans-tibial amputees who wear a patellar-tendon-bearing prosthesis. |
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