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Submissions from 2011

Examination and Treatment of Gleno-Humeral Internal Rotation Deficit, B. Kibler, Todd S. Ellenbecker, and George J. Davies

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Activity Levels Using Dance, Dance, Revolution in Elementary Physical Education, D. King, Tony Pritchard, Gavin T. Colquitt, and Starla McCollum

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The Relation Between Field Tests and Novice Success in Olympic-Style Weightlifting, Robert G. LeFavi, Sarah Davis, and Bryan L. Riemann

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Ground Reaction Forces from Depth Jumps at Different Heights do not Support Standard Weight Limitations, Robert G. LeFavi, Bryan Riemann, and William Thomsen

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Effects of Medicine Ball Load on Chest Pass Performance and Selected Underlying Kinematics, G. Ken Limbaugh, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies

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An Educational Project for Patients on Hemodialysis to Promote Self-Management Behaviors of End Stage Renal Disease, Kim L. Lingerfelt and Kathy Thornton

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Single Arm Chest Pass to Determine Upper Extremity Strength and Power Asymmetries, Michael T. McElveen, L. Arsenault, and Bryan L. Riemann

Graduate teaching assistant perceptions of changes development, Bridget F. Melton and Yasar Bodur

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Kinematic Analysis of Four Plyometric Push Up Variations, Laura Moore, Michael J. Tankovich, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies

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Can Upper Extremity Functional Tests Predict the Softball Throw for Distance: A Predictive Validity Investigation, Rodney J. Negrete, William J. Hanney, Morey J. Kolber, George J. Davies, and Bryan Riemann

The Effects of Upper Extremity Plyometrics Versus Strength Training on Static/dynamic Strength, Proprioception, and Endurance of the Shoulder Musculature, H. Newland, M. Merritt, Bryan Riemann, and George J. Davies

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Biomechanical Comparison of Forward and Lateral Lunges Using Standardized and Self Selected and Step Lengths, Bryan Riemann, Amanda Congleton, Rebecca Ward, and George J. Davies

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Medial and Lateral Gastrocnemius Activation Differences During Heel-Raise Exercise with Three Different Foot Positions, Bryan Riemann, G. Ken Limbaugh, Jayme D. Eitner, and Robert G. LeFavi

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Glenohumeral Joint Rotation Range of Motion in Competitive Swimmers, Bryan L. Riemann, Joe Witt, and George J. Davies

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Dining Out: A Nutrition Activity, Amy Jo Riggs, Bridget F. Melton, and Helen W. Bland

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Dining Out: A Nutrition Activity, Amy Jo Riggs, Bridget F. Melton, and Helen W. Bland

Rehabilitation of Multiple Ligament Knee Injuries, R. Romeyn and George J. Davies

Prevention Measures for Adolescent Suicide: An Evidence Based Review, A. Shropshire and Kathy Thornton

Applicant Interviews: Is There an Alternative for Selective Admissions?, Gloria Deal Strickland and Rochelle Bornett Lee

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Enhancing Reflectivity in Undergraduate Allied Health Majors, Diana Sturges, Melissa K. Garno, and Starla McCollum

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Assessment of Smokeless Tobacco Use in the History and Physical Examination by Primary Healthcare Providers Use in the history and Physical Examination by Primary Healthcare Providers, Brenda Talley, Rose M. Gee, Deborah Allen, Elaine S. Marshall, Kendall Encinas, and Sokny Lim

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Kinematic Analysis of the Landing Phase onto an Elevated Surface in Box Drop Plyometric Push Ups, Michael J. Tankovich, Laura Moore, Bryan Riemann, and George J. Davies

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Are Saline Irrigations Effective in Relieving Chronic Rhinosinusitis Symptoms? A Review of the Evidence, Kathy Thornton, Marion Alston, Herbert Dye III, and Suzannah Williamson

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Topical vs. Systemic Treatments For Acute Otitis Media, Kathy Thornton, Francie Parrish, and Christine Swords

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Comparison of Two Different Resistance Training Intensities on Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption in African American Women Who Are Overweight, Kathy Thornton, Stephen J. Rossi, and Jim McMillan

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Spine and Hip Kinematic Differences between Dominant and Non-Dominant Kicking in Collegiate Women Soccer Players, Leeanna Woodworth, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies

Submissions from 2010

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Spirituality as a Coping Resource for Parents with a Child with Chronic Illness, Deborah Allen and Elaine S. Marshall

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A Qualitative Study of Stressors, Stress Symptoms, and Coping Mechanisms Among College Students Using Nominal Group Process, Helen W. Bland, Bridget F. Melton, and Stephen Patrick Gonzalez

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Ethical Dilemmas as Perceived by Healthcare Students With Teaching Implications, Janet Buelow, Pamela Mahan, and April W. Garrity

An Examination of Care Provided to Hospitalized Type 2 Diabetic Patients in a Rural Healthcare Setting, Margaret Davis, Deborah Allen, and R. Scott

Hospitalized Diabetes Care for People with Type 2 Diabetes in Rural Georgia, Margaret Davis, Deborah Allen, and R. Scott

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Kinematic Analysis of Heel Raise Exercise With Three Foot Positions, Kimberly J. Edwards, G. Ken Limbaugh, and Bryan Riemann

Mental Health: Pharmacology and Parenteral Therapies, Melissa K. Garno

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Mental Health: Substance Abuse, Melissa K. Garno

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Transforming Nursing through Dialogical Relationships: A Pedagogy of Connectedness, Melissa K. Garno

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Auxiliary BE Production by African American English–Speaking Children With and Without Specific Language Impairment, April W. Garrity and Janna B. Oetting

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Comparison of Ground Reaction Forces Between Four Plyometric Pushup Variations, Jenna Koch, Bryan Riemann, and George J. Davies

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Effects of Low Versus High-speed Strength Training on Performance Variables in High School Athletes, Robert G. LeFavi, J. Helton, Sarah Davis, and Bryan Riemann

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Comparison of Standing Single Arm Shot Put Performance Between Limbs With Different Loads in Collegiate Baseball Players, G. Ken Limbaugh, Bryan Riemann, and George J. Davies

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Comparing one-arm Seated Shot Put Throw Performance Between Baseball and Non-Baseball Athletes, G. Ken Limbaugh, Bryan Riemann, D. Traylor, and George J. Davies

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A Faculty Learning Community on the Scholarship of Teaching & Learning: A Case Study, Trent Maurer, Diana Sturges, Padmini Shankar, Deborah Allen, and Saida Akbarova

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The Relationship Between Middle School Students’ Body Mass Index and Attitudes Towards Physical Education, Starla McCollum, Tony A. Pritchard, Gavin Colquitt, and K. Grant

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Bilateral Comparison of Propulsion Mechanics During Single-Leg Vertical Jumping, Michael T. McElveen, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies

Addressing the Childhood Obesity Epidemic in Southeastern Georgia through a Community Coalition - An Applied Approach, Bridget F. Melton, Daniel R. Czech, Amy Jo Riggs, Starla McCollum, Marlo Rouse-Arnett, A. Barry Joyner, Elaine S. Marshall, and Melinda L. Czech

Addressing the childhood obesity epidemic in Southeastern Georgia through a community coalition-An applied approach, Bridget F. Melton, Daniel R. Czech, Amy Jo Riggs, Starla McCollum, Marlo Rouse, Barry A. Joyner, Elaine Marshall, and Mike L. Czech

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Trends in Physical Activity Interest in the College and University Setting, Bridget F. Melton, Andrew R. Hansen, and Jonathon Gross

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Reliability, Minimal Detectable Change and Normative Values for Tests of Upper Extremity Function and Power, R. J. Negrete, W. J. Hanney, M. J. Kolber, George J. Davies, M. K. Ansley, A. B. McBride, and A. L. Overstreet

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Index of Productive Syntax for Children Who Speak African American English, Janna Oetting, Brandi L. Newkirk, Lekeitha R. Hartfield, Christy G. Wynn, Sonja L. Pruitt, and April W. Garrity

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Family History of Speech and Language Impairment in African American Children: Implications for Assessment, Sonja L. Pruitt, April W. Garrity, and Janna B. Oetting

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Hand-held Dynamometer Testing of the Internal and External Rotator Musculature Based on Selected Positions to Establish Normative Data and Unilateral Ratios, Bryan Riemann, George J. Davies, Lauren Ludwig, and Helen Gardenhour

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Influence of an Inclined Foot Position on Double Leg Squat, Bryan L. Riemann, L. Ferster, A. Gustavason, and George J. Davies

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A Qualitative Study of Women in Polygynous Marriages, Marian M. Tabi, C. Doster, and T. Cheney

Project Success: Workforce Diversity Grant, Helen M. Taggart and M. O'Mallon

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Comparison Of Spine Kinematics Between Dominant And Non-dominant Leg Kicking In Collegiate Women Soccer Players, Leeanna Woodworth, Bryan Riemann, G. Ken Limbaugh, and George J. Davies

Submissions from 2009

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Chapter 54- Isokinetic Testing and Rehabilitation of the Shoulder Complex, George J. Davies, Todd S. Ellenbecker, and Kevin E. Wilk

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Chapter 36- The Shoulder in Swimming, George J. Davies, James W. Matheson, Todd S. Ellenbecker, and Robert C. Manske

Rehabilitation Principles Following Rotator Cuff and Labral Repair, Todd S. Ellenbecker, George J. Davies, and M. Reinhold

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Rehabilitation of the Elbow Following Sports Injury, Todd S. Ellenbecker, Tad E. Pieczynski, and George J. Davies

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Homeless Clients, Melissa K. Garno

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Personality Disorders, Melissa K. Garno

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Substance Abuse, Melissa K. Garno

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Incorporating Weight Management Curriculum into Physical Activity Courses, K. Hice, Bridget F. Melton, Helen W. Bland, Stephen J. Rossi, and Daniel R. Czech

Plyometric Training of the Core and Effects on Trunk and Shoulder Outcome Measures, T. Kangeter, C. Jackson, J. Gardner, Bryan Riemann, and George J. Davies

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Medial And Lateral Gastrocnemius Activation Differences During Heel Raise Exercise With Three Different Foot Positions, Robert G. LeFavi, G. Ken Limbaugh, Jayme D. Eitner, and Bryan Riemann

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Establishing Unilateral Ratios of the Rotator Cuff Musculature Using Hand-held Dynamometry, L. E. Ludwig, H. L. Gardenhour, Bryan Riemann, and George J. Davies

Rehabilitation Concepts following ACL Reconstructions, Robert C. Manske, George J. Davies, M. DeCarlo, and M. Paternoster

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Bilateral Comparison And Reliability Of Ground Reaction Forces During Single Leg Hop Test, Michael T. McElveen, Bryan Riemann, and George J. Davies

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Relationship Between Two Upper Extremity Functional Performance Tests And Shoulder And Trunk Muscle Strength, Bryan Riemann and George J. Davies

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Abstract for "A clinical practice guideline for treatment of septic arthritis in children", Helen M. Taggart

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Establishing Normative Data on Scapulothoracic Musculature Using Handheld Dynamometry, Nichole Turner, Kristen Ferguson, Britney W. Mobley, and Bryan Riemann

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Alternative Methods for Measuring Scapular Muscles Protraction and Retraction Maximal Isometric Forces, Duane A. Williams, James R. Roush, George J. Davies, Todd S. Ellenbecker, and Mitchell J. Rauh

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Vertical Leg Stiffness Following Ankle Taping and Bracing, S. Williams and Bryan L. Riemann

Submissions from 2007

Your Fitness, Daniel R. Czech, James L. McMillan, Bridget F. Melton, A. V. Parrillo, Amy J. Riggs, and Stephen J. Rossi

Determinents of Lifestyle Physical Activity in Older Rural Adults: Testing of Four Questionnaires, Rose M. Gee and Sandra B. Dunbar

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Lifestyle physical activity in hypertensive rural elders: Association with self-efficacy related constructs, Rose M. Gee, Sandra B. Dunbar, C.K. DiIorio, Patricia Cason Clark, Laura P. Kimble, and M.E. Sweeney

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Changes in Energy Expenditure with Ingestion of High Protein, High Fat versus High Protein, Low Fat Meals among Underweight, Normal Weight, and Overweight Females., Amy Jo Riggs, Sareen S. Gropper, and Barry D. White

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Protein Snippet, Diana Sturges

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Infant Mortality Trends Among Georgia Residents, 1995-2003: Targeting Healthy People’s 2010 Goals, Diana Sturges, Laura H. Gunn, Padmini Shankar, and Shrikrishna Shroff

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Enhancing the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning at Georgia Southern University: the Impact of the Faculty Learning Community Program on Participating Faculty, Diana Sturges, Susan Trimble, and Raleigh Way

Submissions from 2006

Infant Mortality Rate: Lessons for Moldova, Diana Sturges

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Traditional and Modern Medicine in Ghana, Marian Tabi, M. Powell, and M. Hodnicki

Self-Study for Programmatic Accreditation, Elwin Tilson and Rochelle Bornett Lee

Submissions from 2004

Approaches for patient education, Sandra B. Dunbar, Rose M. Gee, and Patricia C. Clark

Nursing Recruitment: Exploring Populations, Helen M. Taggart

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Caring for the Orthopaedic Patient Who Is Obese, Helen M. Taggart, A. B. Mincer, and A. Thompson