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A nonsurgical approach to examination and treatment of the patellofemoral joint, part 2: Pathology and nonsurgical management of the patellofemoral joint

Manske, Robert C.; Davies, George J. (Begell House, Inc., 2003)

Patellofemoral pain (PFP) continues to be one of the most commonly diagnosed knee pathologies. Patellofemoral pain is a term used to describe any host of lesions in and around the anterior knee. Part 1 of this article ...
Concurrent validity of an electronic descriptive pain scale

Scudds, Roger A.; Fishbain, David A.; Scudds, Rhonda J. (Sage Publications, 2003-03)

The study objective was to assess the concurrent validity of the Electronic Descriptive Pain Scale (EDPS), a pain scale built into a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation device. One hundred patients in an outpatient ...
Nonoperative and operative management of snapping scapula

Manske, Robert C.; Reiman, Michael P.; Stovak, Mark L. (Sage Publications, 2004)

Snapping scapula is a painful crepitus of the scapulothoracic articulation. This crepitus is a grinding or snapping noise with scapulothoracic motion that may or may not accompany pain. This condition is commonly seen in ...
Difference in isokinetic torque acceleration energy of the rotator cuff: Competitive male pitchers versus male nonathletes

Manske, Robert C.; Tajchman, Casey S.; Stranghoner, Todd A.; Ellenbecker, Todd S. (Human Kinetics, 2004)

Rotator cuff function is critical to the overhead athlete. Rotator cuff power is felt to be important in the overhead athlete during the throwing motion. Little research exists regarding torque acceleration energy (TAE) ...
Difference in isokinetic torque acceleration energy of the rotator cuff: competitive male pitchers versus male nonathletes

Manske, Robert C.; Tajchman, Casey S.; Stranghoner, Todd A.; Ellenbecker, Todd S. (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2004-08)

Rotator cuff function is critical to the overhead athlete. Rotator cuff power is felt to be important in the overhead athlete during the throwing motion. Little research exists regarding torque acceleration energy (TAE) ...
Nonoperative and operative management of snapping scapula

Manske, Robert C.; Reiman, Michael P.; Stovak, Mark L. (Sage Publications, 2004-09)

Snapping scapula is a painful crepitus of the scapulothoracic articulation. This crepitus is a grinding or snapping noise with scapulothoracic motion that may or may not accompany pain. This condition is commonly seen in ...
Reliability of three methods for assessing active shoulder range of motion

Olinger, E.; Eis, E.; Richardson, L.; Lewis, Kathleen (Wichita State University, 2005-04-22)
Evidence based evaluation and treatment of knee osteoarthritis in the aging athlete

Manske, Robert C.; Reiman, Michael P. (Sports Physical Therapy Section, APTA, 2006)

Osteoarthritis of the knee is a very disabling condition that affects millions of patients. Numerous treatment options exist for this progressive condition. Treatment options for physical therapists include therapeutic ...
Influence of carrying a backpack on pelvic tilt, rotation, and obliquity in female college students

Smith, Barbara S.; Ashton, Kelly M.; Bohl, Danielle; Clark, Richard C.; Metheny, J. Brooke; Klassen, Stephanie (Elsevier, 2006-04)

The purpose of this investigation was to examine the influence of different methods of backpack carriage on pelvic tilt, obliquity and rotation of college-age females. Thirty subjects (mean age 22.4 years) participated in ...
Static vs. dynamic stretching on vertical jump and standing long jump

Parsons, L.; Maxwell, N.; Elniff, C.; Jacka, M.; Heerschee, N. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2006-04-28)
Effects of cryotherapy on quadriceps concentric peak torque

Chao, J.; Staib, J.; Taylor, B.; Trosper, J.; Williams, D.; Wilson, J. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2006-04-28)
Rainbow United Inc, Autism Project: spring 2004 – spring 2005

Stiner, Lana; Pitetti, Kenneth H. (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2006-04-28)
Electromyographically based rehabilitation exercises for the scapula

Manske, Robert C. (Human Kinetics, 2006-07)

Both the scapulothoracic- and scapulohumeral-muscle complexes are critical to a fully functional and asymptomatic shoulder. Strengthening exercises for these essential muscle groups should not be done in a random pattern, ...
Interlimb differences in lower extremity bone mineral density following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

Manske, Robert C.; Rogers, Michael E.; Reiman, Michael P. (Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Sections of the American Physical Therapy Association, 2006-11)

BMD differences in the hip region are significant in patients who are postoperative ACL reconstruction. Measurements at specific hip sites demonstrated greater differences in bone mineral status than measurements of the ...
Gait parameters in children with motor disabilities using an electronic walkway system: assessment of reliability

Wondra, Valerie C.; Pitetti, Kenneth H.; Beets, Michael W. (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2007)

The study was designed to determine the reliability of temporal-spatial gait parameters in children with motor disabilities in two conditions: bare foot and with shoes and orthoses.
Pectoralis major tendon repair post surgical rehabilitation

Manske, Robert C.; Prohaska, Dan (Sports Physical Therapy Section, APTA, 2007-02)

Pectoralis major tendon rupture is a rare shoulder injury, most commonly seen in weight lifters. This injury is being seen more regularly due to the increased emphasis on healthy lifestyles. Surgical repair of the ...
Endurance of low back musculature in high school athletes: a study of global and isolated low back stabilization exercises

Reiman, Michael P.; Nelson, Julie A.; Rogers, Michael E.; Stuke, Zach; Zachgo, Amber (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Selective muscle atrophy has been demonstrated in people with history of low back pain. Training of low back musculature has focused on global and isolated abdominal endurance. The purpose of our study was to investigate ...
The relationship between physical fitness and standing postural deficits in middle school adolescence ages 12-14

Tucker, Stacy; Meyer, Linda; Porter, Jennifer (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Posture is the foundation for fitness. The most common cause of injury in adults is musculoskeletal. Prevention of such injuries starts with correct posture. Due to the limited information available on the relationship ...
Differences in health related physical activity and fitness of elementary school children

Constance, Zach; Martin, Mary; Smith, Katie; Struble, Katy (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

Research supports a correlation between physical activity level and obesity; however, there is no definitive method for measuring physical activity level in children. This study will determine if test results of the ...
Effects of cam boot on plantar pressures during gait

Splitter, Elizabeth; Pettigrew, Michelle; Berry, Jennifer; Ayres, John (Wichita State University. Graduate School., 2007-04-27)

During walking, plantar pressure is exerted through the foot from the time when the heel is in contact with the ground until the toes leave the ground. A cam boot (CB) is designed to spread this pressure across the entire ...