Physical Therapy Capstone Projects
Capstones from 2021
The Effect of Visual Feedback on Lumbar Spinal Mobility in Subjects with Low Back Pain, Alexandra Adams, Averi Donaldson, Katherine Hildebrandt, and Philemon Miller
Capstones from 2019
Bone Mineral Density in College Age Females: Lifestyle Factors and Bone Mineral Density, Mallory Arp, Darby Boggs, and Rebecca Fender
Capstones from 2018
Correlation Between the Spirit Bike Maximal Power Output and Other Lower Extremity Power Output Tests, Tyler Adams, Joseph Brown, Gunnar Mendiola, Ryan Sullivan, and Cody Williams
An Analysis of Postural Changes Over Time and Their Relationship to Musculoskeletal Pain, Anna Barnes, Anna Dadamio, Suzanne Maggioni, Rebekah Stammer, and Sarah Simpson
Capstones from 2017
Quantifying Ground Reaction Forces of Double and Single Leg Plyometric Exercises in a Horizontal, Gravity Minimized Position, T. Broering, R. Fair, D. Johnson, N. Lamb, Bryan Riemann, James L. Karnes, and George J. Davies
Efficacy of a Computerized Knee Simulation Model on Developing Manual Therapy Skills in Physical Therapy Students, T. Ellington, A. Buchanan, N. Call, B. Crum, J. Kearns, Haley Worth, David Bringman, Frank Glenn, and George J. Davies
Comparative Kinetic Force Analysis of the Propulsive and Landing Phase of a Single Leg Hop Between Individuals With and Without Anterior Knee Pain or Ankle Sprains, N. Van Dyke, J. Ash, D. Gay, D. McLean, Bryan Riemann, James Karnes, Frank A. Glenn, and George J. Davies
Capstones from 2016
What are the Best Measurements of Power of the Lower Extremities and Correlation to Sports Performance Measures: Normals vs Subjects with Knee Pain?, T. Cowart, M. Pierce, J. Brown, Frank A. Glenn, and George J. Davies
What is the Effectiveness of a Computerized Shoulder Simulation Model on Developing Manual Therapy Skills in Physical Therapy Students?, S. Hines, K. Godfrey, J. Edwards, C. Altamare, Haley Worst, David A. Bringman, Frank A. Glenn, and George J. Davies
What are the Effects of the Use of “Top Ten” Exercises and OKC or CKC Perturbation Training and Effects on Subjects with Shoulder Pain: Prospective Randomized Controlled Training Study?, L. Jansky, R. Hampton, J. Higdon, T. Meeks, Haley Worst, A. Thompson, and George J. Davies
What are the Effects of Isolated Joint vs Multiple Joint Training of the Shoulder in Uninjured Subjects: Prospective Randomized Controlled Training Study?, E. McGuire, T. Mettenburg, B. Hill, C. Jones, Haley Worst, K. Manns, and George J. Davies
What are the Best Measurements of Power of the Upper Extremities, Accuracy in Determining Bilateral Differences, with Shoulder Pain, and Correlation to Sports Performance Measures: Normals vs Subjects with Shoulder Pain?, S. Morris, L. Thomas, R. Putnam, Frank A. Glenn, George J. Davies, and Bryan L. Riemann
Capstones from 2015
Self-perception of Foot Strike During Running Correlation with Actual Foot Strike Pattern, E. Cattananch, A. Burdette, J. Wilkins, R. DeCecarreau, George J. Davies, and N. Wofford
The Effects of Isolated Joint Versus Multiple Joint Training on the Shoulder, D. Erickson, G. Morgan, F. Martin, and George J. Davies
Scientific Basis Underlying Shoulder Exercises: Concentric, Eccentric, Ballistic, and Plyometrics, A. Henry, S. Roberts, M. Motes, and George J. Davies
The Effectiveness of Low Volume Versus Very Low Volume on Upper Extremity Plyometric Exercises on Shoulder Performance, L. Tran, A. Beebe, J. Davies, G. Brackett, and George J. Davies
Capstones from 2014
The Effect of Sitting on Stability Balls on Lower Back Pain and Core Endurance, T. Elliot, K. Marshall, D. Lake, and George J. Davies
The Effects of Hip Abductor and External Rotator Fatigue in Patients with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, M. Finlay, C. Paskewich, C. Crawley, D. Lake, J. Snappy, and George J. Davies
A Comparison of Isolated Total Leg Strengthening vs Functional Training on Strength, Balance and Agility in Healthy Individuals, G. Halbert, D. Burkett, D. Lake, and George J. Davies
Capstones from 2013
Prospective, Randomized Clinical Trial of the Effects of Open, Closed and Combined Kinetic Chain Exercises on Patients with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), A. Anderson, J. Bond, K. Fitzpatrick, D. Morris, Bryan Riemann, and George J. Davies
Prospective Randomized Training Study Evaluating Low Versus Moderate Volume Plyometric Training on Functional Outcome Measures of the Shoulder, A. G. Holzwarth, L. S. Keen, D. L. McMahan, N. Wofford, and George J. Davies
The Effect of Scapular Fatigue on Upper Extremity Power, C. Smith, E. Schneider, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
Randomized Controlled Trial Analyzing Effects of a Stimulated Computerized Shoulder Model Training on the Accuracy of the Forces Used During Shoulder Mobilizations in First-year Physical Therapy Students, L. Webb, C. Ezell, J. Dunaway, K. Stroer, D. Benkesser, T. Cunningham, David Bringman, and George J. Davies
Capstones from 2012
The Effectiveness of Low Volume Versus High Volume Upper Extremity Plyometric Exercises on the Kinematics and Kinetics of the Shoulder, K. Arnsdorff, S. Anderson, K. Burton, D. Voight, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
Upper Extremity Power Measure and Determining a Gold Standard, S. Clark, N. Rex, T. Austin, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davis
Effects of Dominant Arm Rotator Cuff Fatigue on Bilateral Glenohumeral and Scapulothoracic Muscle Strength and Glenohumeral Arthrokinematics, K. Hagan, A. May, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
The Effects of Isolated Vs Multiple Joint Training on the Knee Muscles, A. Jackson, C. Moreland, C. Oddi, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
The Use of OKC or CKC Perturbation Training and Effects on Subjects with Shoulder Pain, A. Kirksey, W. Ewin, E. King, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
Capstones from 2011
NASM Movement Analysis Screening: Reliability, Construct Validity, and Association with Static Physical Performance Measurements, M. Bush, C. Griffin, K. Willenbring, David A. Bringman, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
The Effects of a Core Resistance Training Program Using the Boston Biomotion Instrument on Throwing Velocity, Bat Speed, and 30-yard Sprint in Collegiate Baseball Players, D. Richardson, A. Whiggum, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
The Effectiveness of an Isolated Exercise Shoulder Rehabilitation Program on Patients with Shoulder Pain; and Detraining Effects, M. Tankovich, M. Gignilliat, T. McCulloch, C. Birke, and George J. Davies
NASM Movement Analysis Screening: Reliability, Construct Validity, and Association with Dynamic Physical Performance Measurements, K. Welland, G. Woodward, M. Worsley, David A. Bringman, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
Capstones from 2010
Open Kinetic Chain vs Closed Kinetic Chain Perturbation Training in the Shoulder, C. A. Dunn, M. S. Powers, K. Graham, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
EMG Analysis of Different Step Up Exercises for Lower Extremity in a Non-weighted and Weighted Condition, K. Grimmett, C. Black, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
EMG Analysis of Different Step Up Exercises for Lower Extremity for Normal Subjects and Subjects with Patello-femoral Pain Syndrome, J. Jameson, L. Turner, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
The Effects of Upper Extremity Plyometrics vs Strength Training on Static/dynamic Strength, Proprioception and Power of the Shoulder Musculature, M. T. Merritt, H. A. Newland, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
Capstones from 2009
Reliability, Validity and Functional Testing of Boston Biomotion 3-D Equipment, J. Campbell, W. Waterman, and George J. Davies
EMG Analysis of 4 Lunge Exercises with Normal Subjects and Subjects with Patello-femoral Pain Syndrome, C. Carter, M. Yang, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
3-D Motion Analysis and kinematic analysis of lunge exercises and effects of fatigue. Examine interaction of mode (lateral vs. anterior), sex, limb dominance, and fatigue, A. Congleton, R. Ward, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
Plyometric Training of the Trunk and Assessment of the Core and Lower Extremity with Power Tests and Functional Tests, A. Jennings, T. Sharber, and George J. Davies
Plyometric Training of the Legs and Trunk and Assessment of the core and lower extremity with power tests and functional tests, E. Merritt, M. Akins, L. Kirkland, A. McGee, and George J. Davies
Capstones from 2008
Multi-center Study for Correlation Between Simple Field Tests of Upper Extremity Function and Power, M. Ansley, A. Overstreet, B. McBride, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
Plyometric Training of the Core and Shoulder and Effects on Upper Extremity and Core Testing and Training and Detraining Effects, J. DeNyse, J. Spruill, M. Rosenau, Bryan L. Riemann, J. Lander, and George J. Davies
Descriptive HHD Testing of Rotator Cuff IR/ER in Different Positions: Prone, Supine, Seated 90/90 Abduction, Seated 90/90 Scaption, Seated 90/90 Lexion, 30/30/30 Position, H. Gardenhour, L. Ludwig, Bryan L. Riemann, L. Wright, and George J. Davies
Plyometric Training of the Core and Effects on Upper Extremity and Core Testing and Training and Detraining Effects, T. Kangeter, C. Jackson, J. Gardner, Bryan L. Riemann, and George J. Davies
