Physical Therapy (DPT)http://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/56802024-03-29T04:37:35Z2024-03-29T04:37:35ZThe effects of whole body vibration versus wobble board balance exercises on dynamic postural control in recreationally active individuals with chronic ankle instability: a meta-analysisRay, Jenniferhttp://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/2140302020-04-20T23:09:40Z2018-01-01T00:00:00ZThe effects of whole body vibration versus wobble board balance exercises on dynamic postural control in recreationally active individuals with chronic ankle instability: a meta-analysis
Ray, Jennifer
Objective: This meta-analysis examined the effectiveness of whole body vibration training versus wobble board balance exercises on dynamic postural control in recreationally active individuals with chronic ankle instability. Methods: Studies analyzing whole body vibration training were compared to studies analyzing wobble board balance exercises. The studies were metaanalyzed to determine both treatment effect size and homogeneity of pooled studies. Results: Four studies were included in this meta-analysis. A moderate effect size and homogeneity was found in favor of wobble board balance exercises for recreationally active individuals. Conclusion: Findings of this meta-analysis reveal that wobble board balance exercises are more beneficial in improving dynamic postural control in active individuals with chronic ankle instability when compared to whole body vibration. Study Design: A meta-analysis of experimental studies observing the effects of whole body vibration training versus wobble board balance exercises in recreationally active individuals with chronic ankle instability.
2018-01-01T00:00:00ZThe Effects of a Multimodal Intervention Program on Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters for Individuals with Parkinson’s DiseaseShirk, Bethanyhttp://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/2109822020-04-20T23:11:14Z2019-05-01T00:00:00ZThe Effects of a Multimodal Intervention Program on Spatiotemporal Gait Parameters for Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
Shirk, Bethany
Purpose/Hypothesis: Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder, resulting in a variety of symptoms, including abnormalities of gait. Gait deviations result in increased risk of falls and negatively impact quality of life. There is no consensus regarding the best intervention to treat gait deviations in individuals with PD. The purpose of this study is to determine the efficacy of a multimodal intervention program in improving gait parameters for individuals with PD. Methods: Twelve individuals, H&Y 1-4, participated in a 5-week multimodal program including agility training, dual task training, gait training, balance training, and yoga. Gait parameters assessed on the Zeno Walkway included gait velocity, stride velocity, stride length, and cadence, within a 20-foot walk, walk with obstacles, and TUG. Results: A 2-tail t-test revealed significant improvements in gait velocity (P=.04) and stride velocity (P=.03) within the walk with obstacles. Gait velocity, stride velocity, stride length, cadence, and TUG scores improved during the 20foot walk and TUG, although these findings were not significant. Conclusions: This study indicates that a multimodal intervention program may be beneficial in improving gait parameters for individuals with PD, although the magnitude of these changes may vary depending on the condition.
2019-05-01T00:00:00ZThe Effects of a Multimodal Exercise Program with Dual Task Training on Gait Parameters for Individuals with Parkinson’s DiseaseChellsen, Jessicahttp://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/2109812020-04-20T23:11:14Z2019-05-01T00:00:00ZThe Effects of a Multimodal Exercise Program with Dual Task Training on Gait Parameters for Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
Chellsen, Jessica
Purpose: Parkinson’s Disease (PD) affects spatiotemporal parameters of gait, which is compounded when there is a dual task. The purpose of the current study is to address the multifaceted motor and dual task deficits in PD with a multimodal intervention program in a group setting. Materials and Methods: Twelve participants (ages 58-82) with Hoehn and Yahr (H&Y) Scale 1-4. Participants completed 60 minutes, 2 times per week of a multimodal program including: limb agility with dual tasking, Computerized Balance Training, overground gait and obstacle training, and dual task gait training and yoga one time a week for 45 minutes. Objective measures included cognitive TUG and spatiotemporal gait parameters. Results: A repeated measures ANOVA with Bonferroni post hoc test revealed significant results between T1 and T3 in Cognitive TUG times for the whole group (P=.008) and for individuals stage H&Y 2 (P=.002). Additionally, significant results were found between T1 and T3 in gait velocity during the cognitive TUG (P=.024). Conclusions: Participants had significant improvements in Cognitive TUG time and gait velocity during the Cognitive TUG. The current study demonstrated benefits in some gait parameters following a 5-week, 3 times per week multimodal program for people with PD.
2019-05-01T00:00:00ZReturn-to-Play Outcomes for Overhead Throwing Athletes with Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries Treated with Platelet Rich Plasma Injections and Conservative Therapy vs. Conservative Therapy AloneCook, Katelynn Breannahttp://hdl.handle.net/10211.3/2109802020-04-20T23:11:14Z2019-05-01T00:00:00ZReturn-to-Play Outcomes for Overhead Throwing Athletes with Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries Treated with Platelet Rich Plasma Injections and Conservative Therapy vs. Conservative Therapy Alone
Cook, Katelynn Breanna
Background: The number of ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction surgeries has increased by 343% from 2003 to 2014. Athletes undergoing UCL reconstruction risk an 83% return to play (RTP) rate and average rehabilitation time of 20.5 months. The use of platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections to improve conservative outcomes and avoid invasive surgery has become a topic of interest for rehabilitating these injuries. The purpose of this meta-analysis is to synthesize the current literature and compare non-operative alternatives of PRP injections and conservative therapy (CT) on the RTP outcomes for overhead throwing athletes with partial UCL tears. Methods: The included studies examined the return to play outcomes of overhead throwing athletes with partial UCL injuries treated with either PRP injections followed by CT or CT alone. Data were analyzed to determine the grand odds ratio as well as homogeneity across the studies. Results: Treatment with PRP injection and CT interventions are shown to yield an improved likelihood that the athlete will be able to RTP compared to CT alone with a grand odds ratio of 10.80. Conclusion: This meta-analysis demonstrates superior RTP outcomes for athletes with partial UCL injuries treated with PRP injections and CT when compared to CT alone.
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