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The effects of vestibular training in a balance program in the general population versus a post-concussive population
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: Concussions cause symptoms such as confusion, dizziness, vertigo, and cognitive disturbances. Long-term complications such as balance and vestibular dysfunction associated with concussion require further ... -
Epidermolysis Bullosa: An overview of current and future potential treatment options
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a rare inherited condition of which the most common clinical finding is blistering and erosions of the skin following minor trauma. While this is the most well-known manifestation of EB, there ... -
From "No" to "GO-GO!" using ride-on cars to expand social interactions
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)Research shows that childhood developmental domains overlap and impact each other such that a delay in motor skills negatively influences a child's cognition, social interaction, and communication.1 This case study examined ... -
Mental health of PA students
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: Evidence has shown that the prevalence of some mental health disorders is higher among students enrolled in medical school. There is a concern that this may be true for physician assistant (PA) students as ... -
New onset of Type 1 diabetes mellitus in children and adolescents after COVID-19 infection: A clinical review
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)Diabetes mellitus (DM) and COVID-19 have reciprocal relationships. While diabetic patients have worse prognosis after contracting SARS-CoV-2 virus, the virus itself can cause new-onset diabetes in susceptible individuals. ... -
The effects of strength and flexibility training versus endurance and balance training on improving gait and balance in older adults
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: Geriatric mortality is greatly impacted by falls and comorbidities that arise from non-fatal accidents in the United States. Every year, one in three adults, 65 years and older fall; the number of individuals ... -
A comparison of overall function between postpartum women with and Without Diastasis Rectus Abdominis
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: Diastasis rectus abdominis (DRA) is a separation of the bilateral sides of the rectus abdominis joined by the linea alba (LA) and is present in up to 83% of postpartum women. DRA's impact on overall function ... -
An overview of electric scooter trends: A literature review
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)This paper presents a literature review of the known function, uses, benefits, costs, and injury trends that have been reported with the emergence of electric scooters (e-scooters) in the United States. With the rise in ... -
Comparing the effectiveness of endurance protocols on the posterior rotator cuff muscles: Endurance repetition weight training vs. static isometric hold training
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: Posterior shoulder musculature play a crucial role in rehabilitation of shoulder pathology. PURPOSE: To determine which type of posterior shoulder muscular endurance protocol, endurance repetitions or endurance ... -
Learning approaches of physician assistant students: Assessing changes over time
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: Physician assistant (PA) students start medical training with different educational and health care backgrounds. This along with the high volume of complex medical content presented during the didactic year ... -
Hip and trunk variables in university students with and without recurrent low back pain
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)BACKGROUND: Low back pain (LBP) is a leading cause of disability. Recurrent low back pain (rLBP) is two or more episodes of LBP in a 12-month period, each lasting more than 24 hours and separated by at least one pain-free ... -
Motor competence of youth with intellectual disability with and without Down Syndrome: A question of homogeneity
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)Motor competence (MC) is the ability to perform a spectrum of fundamental movements involving a combination of gross motor skills that include balance (BAL). For children and adolescents, MC is associated with physical ... -
Obstructive sleep apnea screening and prevention
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: Obesity is an epidemic in the United States as well as a potent risk factor for the development and progression of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The prevalence of OSA in the general population is 3-7% for ... -
Review of evaluation and treatment of Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS)
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infection (PANDAS) is a rare condition that is diagnosed in children who abruptly develop behavioral, verbal, motor, and/or neurologic changes ... -
The effect of electronically delivered therapy with regard to chronic low back pain (cLBP)
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: Low back pain is a common musculoskeletal condition that affects a vast number of individuals worldwide, causing disability and reduced function. An often-preferred method of treatment for chronic low back ... -
The value of limited first-trimester sonography training in a physician assistant program
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)Ultrasound and its uses at the patient bedside are constantly expanding. Despite the increased use of Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS), few non-physician graduate medical programs, such as physician assistant (PA) programs, ... -
Efficacy of designated family medicine preceptors to enable students to meet program-defined learning outcomes in pediatrics, women's health, and behavioral health
(Wichita State University, 2022-04-29)INTRODUCTION: The WSU physician assistant (PA) program is a 26-month Master's program with 12 months of supervised clinical practice experiences. There is a national shortage of training sites particularly in pediatric, ... -
Top 10 “intangibles” that will help you become a better physical therapist.
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Artificial intelligence and human rights: Are there signs of an emerging discipline? A systematic review
(Dove Medical Press, 2022-02-02)Aim: Our systematic review seeks to understand the linkages and reciprocal relationships between the artificial intelligence (AI) and human rights (HRs) and to unveil the signs of emergence of a new discipline at the ... -
The reliability and validity of Gluteal Endurance Measures (GEMs)
(NASMI, 2021-12-01)Background The gluteals have unique morphology related to muscle endurance, including moderate fiber sizes and a majority of Type I endurance fibers. Evidence suggests gluteal endurance is related to low back pain, running ...
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