NATA Foundation - Research Programs

SUMMARY OF FUNDED RESEARCH:

KNEE JOINT PATHOLOGY

Following is a list of all grants funded by the NATA Foundation since the inception of the program in 1991. Also provided is information regarding publications, if any, related to each grant.

The Foundation seeks to become the primary source of research dollars for athletic trainers. The Foundation believes that research allows you to do your job better and gives athletic training increased credibility and exposure. This recognition will enhance athletic trainers' prestige and marketability. The Foundation funds research and makes the practical application of the results available to members and the general public.

173 Grants Awarded through December, 2007 -- Totaling $2,265,427

2007 (13 grants totaling $197,397)

Matthew Bracken, ATC
University of Toledo
"Relative Phase Analysis of the Star Excursion Balance Test Among Patients
with Chronic Ankle Instability"
$930
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Kimberly L. Dolak, ATC
University of Kentucky
"Comparison of Early Hip Strengthening to Early Quadriceps Strengthening
in the Treatment of Females with Patellofemoral Pain"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Stephen Herrmann, ATC, LAT
University of Northern Iowa
"Development and Validation of a Movement and Activity in Physical Space
(MAPS) Score as a Functional Outcome Measure"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Charlie A. Hicks-Little, MS, LAT, ATC
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
"Kinematics and Kinetics During Stair Ascent and Descent in Osteoarthritic
Knees "
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Program

Jeffrey D. Hudson, ATC, LAT, EMT-1
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
"The Effects of Oral Contraceptives on Muscle Properties Across the
Menstrual Cycle"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Sam Johnson, MS, ATC, CSCS
Oregon State University
"Neural Control Differences of the Sexes"
$2,475
Doctoral Research Grant Program

Kenneth C. Lam, MEd, ATC
Boston University
"The Effects of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction on Gait
Coordination: A Dynamic Perspective"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Program

Lori Michener, PhD, PT, ATC, SCS
Virginia Commonwealth University
"Effectiveness of Rehabilitation for Subacromial Impingement Syndrome"
$105,598 (first year funding - 2007)
$ 91,599 (second year funding - 2008)
General Research Grant Program

Dani M. Moffitt, MA, MPE, ATC
Temple University
"Neuropsychological Influences on Neuromuscular Activation and
Functional Stability"
$2,151.47
Doctoral Research Grant Program

Jeffrey A. Russell, MS, ATC
University of Wolverhampton, UK
"Validity and Reliability of a Fiber Optic Transducer for Measuring Tension
in Ankle Ligaments"
$2,491
Doctoral Research Grant Program

Allison R. Snyder, PhD, ATC
AT Still University, Arizona School of Health Sciences
$29,340 (1st year funding - 2006)
$30,377 (2nd year funding - 2007)
$11,740 (3rd year funding - 2008)
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship

Samantha Lynne Sweet, BS, LAT, ATC
University of Northern Iowa
"Population Based Estimates of Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Damage"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Brittany Taylor, ATC
University of Toledo
"The Effects of Ankle Bracing on Dynamic Stability in Subjects with Chronic
Ankle Instability"
$825
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Nancy I. Williams, ScD
Pennsylvania State University
"Reversing Energy Deficiency in Amenorrheic Athletes: Effects on Bone
Turnover and Physical Performance"
$43,550 (1st year funding - 2006)
$43,550 (2nd year funding - 2007)
$41,265 (3rd year funding - 2008)
General Research Grant Program

2006 (23 grants totaling $176,390.70)

Jessica Barrett, BS, ATC
Old Dominion University
"Self-Reported Leadership Practices of Current Athletic Trainer Leaders"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Erica Borgia, BS, ATC
Old Dominion University
"Middle and High School Athletic Coaches' Knowledge of Prevention, Recognition
and Treatment of Heat Illness"
$920
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Nathan Crockett, BS, ATC
West Virginia University
"The Effects of Prolonged Prophylactic Ankle Brace Use in High School Basketball
Athletes on Dynamic Posture Control"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Charles C. Emerson, BS, ATC, LAT
Dawn M. Minton, BS, ATC
Florida International University
"The Effects of Hypohydration, Hyperthermia and Electrolyte Depletion on
Exercise Associated Muscle Cramps"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Matthew Gilbert, BA, ATC
University of Toledo
"The Effects of Hand Placement on Muscle Activation During an Upper Extremity
Closed Kinetic Chain Exercise"
$873
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Mary Beth Gilliam, ATC
University of Delaware
"Postural Sway and Neuropsychological Performance Following an Acute Bout of Soccer
Heading"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Terry L. Grindstaff, DPT, ATC, CSCS
University of Virginia
"Effects of Sacroiliac Joint Manipulation on Gait Kinetics of Individuals with
Patellofemoral Pain"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Program

Mary E. Joos, BA, ATC
Old Dominion University
"The Effects of Instruction on Jump-Landing Motion Patterns and Impact Forces"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Emily Markis, BS, ATC
Temple University
"Gender Differences in Head-Neck Segment Kinematics and Dynamic Stabilization
During Soccer Heading in High School Athletes"
$999
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Stephen W. Marshall, PhD
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
"Descriptive Epidemiology of Injury to the Cruciate Ligaments"
$13,730
General Research Grant Program
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Patrick O. McKeon, MS, ATC, CSCS
University of Virginia
"The Effect of a 4-Week Balance Training Program on Postural Control and Gait
Performance in Those with Chronic Ankle Instability"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Program

Anh-Dung Nguyen, MSEd, ATC
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
"Relationships Between Lower Extremity Posture and Lower Extremity Kinematics
with Posterior Lateral Hip Activation During A Single Leg Squat"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Program

Lacey Nordsiden, BA, ATC
Old Dominion University
"The Effects of Three Foot Orthoses on Plantar Pressure of Pes Planus Foot Type"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Erin M. O'Donoghue, BA, ATC
Old Dominion University
"An Assessment of High School Coaches' Knowledge of Sport-Related Concussion"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Regina O'Hara, BS, ATC
Old Dominion University
"The Effects of Muscle Energy Techniques on Iliosacral Dysfunction"
$368
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Riann M. Palmieri, PhD, ATC
University of Michigan
"Neuromuscular Inhibition of the Dynamic Ankle Stabilizers in Patients with
Functional Ankle Instability"
$65,861
General Research Grant Program

Emily Schlitz, BA, ATC, LAT
University of Northern Iowa
"Psychometrics of Ankle Self-Reported Surveys (PASS)
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Megan Janette Schorr, ATC, LAT
University of Texas at Arlington
"The Effects of Pulsed Shortwave Diathermy and Stretch on the Torque
Angle Relation of the Calf (Plantarflexor) Muscles Associated with Passive
Stretch Both During and After Treatment"
$998.15
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Alison R. Snyder, PhD, ATC
AT Still University Arizona School of Health Sciences
$ 29,340 (1st year funding - 2006)
$ 30,377 (2nd year funding - 2007)
$ 11,740 (3rd year funding - 2008)
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship

Katie M. Strasser, ATC
A.T. Still University, Arizona School of Health Sciences
"The Effects of Two-A-Day Practices on Cognitive Function in Collegiate Football
Players"
$810
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Jill Thein-Nissenbaum, MPT, ATC, SCS
University of Virginia
"Prevalence of Disordered Eating, Menstrual Dysfunction and Musculoskeletal
Injury in Female High School Athletes"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Program

Jessica Walter, ATC
Old Dominion University
"An Assessment of Burnout in Undergraduate Athletic Training Program Directors"
$941.55
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Nancy L. Williams, ScD
Pennsylvania State University
"Reversing Energy Deficiency in Amenorrheic Athletes: Effects on Bone Turnover
and Physcial Performance"
$ 43,550 (1st year funding - 2006)
$ 43,550 (2nd year funding - 2007)
$ 41,265 (3rd year funding - 2008)
General Research Grant Program

2005 (21 grants totaling $240,468.00)

Jatin Ambegaonkar, MS, ATC, CSCS
University of North Carolina - Greensboro
"A Comparison of Muscle Activation and Knee Joint Stiffness Between
Female Dancers and Basketball Players During Drop Jumps"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Program
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Naoko Aminika, ATC
University of Toledo
"Effects of Patellar Taping and Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome on Joint Kinematics
and Dynamic Postural Control"
$831
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Patricia Anivizio, BS, ATC & Kellie Guth, BS, ATC
Old Dominion University
"Effects of Cryotherapy on Intramuscular Temperature Following Exercise"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Paul Buchheit, BA, ATC
University of Northern Iowa
"Psychometric Rasch Evaluation of Shoulder Scales"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

R. Dawn Comstock, PhD
Columbus Children’s Research Institute
“On-Line Surveillance of High School Sports Injuries”
$84,811
General Research Grant Program

Nicole L. Craig, BA, ATC
University of Northern Iowa
“Validation of Accelerometers as a Measure of Knee Dysfunction and Recovery”
$1,000
Osternig Master’s Research Grant Program

Melisa Fazio, BS, ATC & Jennifer Sebert, BS, ATC
University of Kentucky
"Gender, Structure, and Activity: Variables Affecting Knee Kinematics"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Julie Fritz, PhD, PT, ATC
University of Utah
"Clinical Presentation and Management of Children and Adolescents with Low Back Pain"
$48,209
General Research Grant Program

Peter R. Giacobbi, Jr., PhD
University of Florida
“Occupational Stress, Coping and Burnout Detection in the Athletic Training Profession”
$54,779
General Research Grant Program

Matthew M. Grinsell, MD, PhD
University of Virginia
"Single Kidney and Sports Participation"
$1,438
General Research Grant Program
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Scott C. Livingston, MS, PT, ATC
University of Virginia
"Motor Evoked Potential Differences Between Concussed and Non-concussed Athletes
as Determined by Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Program
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John A. Mercer, PhD
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
“Shock Attenuation Characteristics for Children Runners”
$28,517
General Research Grant Program

Larry B. Munger, Jr., MS, ATC, CSCS
Texas Tech University
"Relationship Between Static and Dynamic Measurements and 3-D Moments During a
Single-leg Stop-jump Task"
$2,450
Doctoral Research Grant Program

Julie Sandy, ATC
Georgia Southern University
"Effect of Length of Board and Slide Speed on Motor Recruitment Patterns and Muscle
Coordination in the Lower Extremity"
$985
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Amelia Sesma, BS, ATC
University of Kentucky
"Effects of Foot Orthotics on Dynamic Postural Control Tasks in Subjects with CAI"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Megan Shaw, ATC
University of Toledo
"Effects of Ankle Bracing and Fatigue on Time to Stabilization"
$829
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Yohei Shimokochi, MA, ATC
University of North Carolina - Greensboro
"The Effect of Tibialis Anterior Fatigue on the Tibial Internal Rotation and Eversion
During Heel-Toe Landing"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Program
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Eric J. Simmons, ATC
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences
“Conservative vs. Operative Intervention for Atraumatic Glenohumeral Instability in the Overhead Athlete: A Systematic Review”
$620
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Lyndsay Smith, BS, ATC
Georgia Southern University
“Effect of Attention Focus Interventions on Anterior Tibial Shear Forces During Landing in Females”
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Eric A. Sorenson, BA, ATC
University of Oregon
“Prostaglandin E2 Production Associated with Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage”
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

David N. Suprak, MS, ATC, CSCS
University of Oregon
"Three-Dimensional Joint Position Sense on Shoulder Instability"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Program

2004 (14 grants totaling $135,355.68)

Aikane L. Belez, ATC, LMT, BS
Old Dominion University
"Electromyographic Responses, Hip Strength, and Landing Biomechanics in
Recreational Volleyball Athletes with Patella Tendonitis"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Shawn Bonsell, MD & William F. Taylor, MEd, ATC, LAT
Baylor University Medical Center of Dallas
"The Accuracy of Screening Echocardiography in Detecting Hy-pertrophic
Cardiomyopathy in the Pre-Participation Athletic Physical"
$48,374
General Research Grant Program
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Tricia Hubbard, MS, ATC
Pennsylvania State University
"Contributing Factor to Chronic Ankle Instability"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant
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Cale Jacobs, MS, ATC
University of Kentucky
"Relationships of Strength and Endurance of Hip Abductors to Functional
Peformance"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant
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Alison Lane, ATC
University of Pittsburgh
"The Effects of the Pilates Method on Lumbopelvic Muscle Endurance and
Stability"
$957.70
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Jennifer Merkle, BS, ATC, LAT
Texas Tech University
"The Effect of the Menstrual Cycle on Frontal Plane Knee Kinematics in the
Eumenorrheic Women"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Kristina A. Palmer, BA
Georgia Southern University
"Effects of Ankle Taping and Bracing on Shock Absorption Patterns
During Drop Landings"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Akshay V. Patel
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
"Does Dehydration Predispose Athletes to Signs and Symptoms,
Neuropsychological Deficits, and Postural Stability Deficits often Associated
with Concussion"
$997.98
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Junita R. Payne, ATC
Arizona School of Health, A.T. Still University
"Cortisol Awakening Response in a NJCAA Division II Collegiate Female
Basketball Team During the Pre-Season, In-Season, and Post-Season Aspects
of a Competitive Basketball Season"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Kristin Stoneberg, ATC
University of Northern Iowa
"The Contribution of Socioeconomic Status and Maturity to Injury Risk in
Youth Soccer"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Lindsay J. Strickland, ATC
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
"The Effect of Ankle Bracing on Lower Extremity Kinetics, Kinematics, and
Muscle Pre-Activation Amplitude"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Kathleen A. Swanik, PhD, ATC
Temple University
"The Effect of Shoulder Plyometric Training on Muscle Activation Strategies
and Kinematics"
$70,526
General Research Grant Program

Susan W. Yeargin, MS, ATC
University of Connecticut
"Examining Heat Acclimatization in High School Football Players"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant
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Anthony Zaino
Quinnipiac University
"The Effects of Phantom Tissue Samples on Therapeutic Ultrasound Beam
Profiles"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

2003 (14 grants totaling $159,711.94)

Keith J. Loud, MD
Children's Hospital Boston
"Predictors of Stress Fracture in Active Female Adolescents"
$36,399 (1st year funding - 2002)
$31,036 (2nd year funding - 2003)
Bone & Joint Decade RFP
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John B. Abt, MS, ATC
University of Pittsburgh
"Anterior Tibialis Fatigue Disrupts Knee Flexion-Pronation Synchrony During
Running"
$2,177.44
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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Michelle Boling, ATC
University of Kentucky
"Effect of a Functional Rehabilitation Program on EMG and Pain in Patients"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

David Carney, ATC, CSCS
University of Wisconsin LaCrosse
"The Effects of Development on Landing Mechanics in the Female Basketball
Player"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Geoffrey Dover, MS, ATC, CAT(c)
University of Florida
"Comparison of Shoulder and Elbow Joint Position Sense Using a Vibration Stimulus"
$2,096
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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Stacy Downar, ATC
University of Kentucky
"Isometric Muscle Force Measurements Obtained by Hand-Held Dynamometry and
Strength Relationships Among Athletes Ages 14 to 25"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Lennart D. Johns, PhD, ATC
Quinnipiac University
"Comparative Analysis of Ultrasound Beam Profiles Produced by Various Manufacturers"
$76,443
General Research Grant Program
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Nicole M. Livecchi, MS, ATC/L
Ohio State University
"The Effects of Ultrasound Delivery Method and Energy Transfer on Skeletal Muscle
Regeneration"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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Philip W. McClure, PhD, PT
Arcadia University
"Reliability and Validity of a Scapular Motion Classification System for Screening
and Clinical Practice"
$36,507
General Research Grant Program
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Jennifer McKenzie, ATC
Old Dominion University
"The Effects of Ankle Taping and Spatting on the Reaction Times of the Supporting
Musculature of the Ankle after Sudden Inversion"
$979.50
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Scott G. Piland, MA, ATC
University of Georgia
"Concussion Symptom Resolution"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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Natalie Senese, ATC
University of Pittsburgh
"Clinical Measurement to Determine Potential Overuse Injury During Running"
$832
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Shawna Wood, BS, ATC/L
Barry University
"Kinematic, Kinetic and EMG Analysis of the Effects of Game-like Activity on Cutting
Maneuvers in Collegiate Soccer Players"
$771
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

2002 (17 grants totaling $341,407.60)

J. Troy Blackburn, MS, ATC/L
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
"The Relationship Between Muscle Stiffness and Muscle Spindle Sensitivity in
the Triceps Surae"
$2,350
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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Tracey Covassin, MS, ATC
Temple University
"Gender Differences and Neuropsychological Impairments in Collegiate Athletes"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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Jeffrey B. Driban, ATC, CSCS
Temple University
"The Transient Electrical Properties of Muscle Tissue Immediately Following Injury"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Phillip Gribble, MA, ATC
Pennsylvania State University
"The Effects of Fatigue and Chronic Ankle Instability on Dynamic Postural Control"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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Ayako Habu, BS, ATC
University of Pittsburgh
"Fatigue and Sex Differences on Lower Extremity Kinematics During a Single
Legged Stop-Jump Task"
$995.60
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Mark Hoffman, PhD, ATC
Oregon State University
"The Effects of Estrogen on Motoneuron Activity and Knee Joint Laxity"
$66,225
General Research Grant Program
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J. Ty Hopkins, PhD, ATC
Illinois State University
"The Effects of Knee Joint Effusion and Cryotherapy on Lower Chain Function"
$30,443
General Research Grant Program
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Keith J. Loud, MD
Children's Hospital Boston
"Predictors of Stress Fracture in Active Female Adolescents"
$36,399 (1st year funding - 2002)
$31,036 (2nd year funding - 2003)
Bone & Joint Decade RFP

Jeanne F. Nichols, PhD & Denise Wiksten, PhD, ATC
San Diego State University
"An Epidemiological Investigation of the Female Athlete Triad Among Female High
School Athletes"
$43,590
General Research Grant Program

Marc F. Norcross, BS, ATC-L
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
"Electrical Stimulating Currents and the Effects on Serum Beta-Endorphin, Serum,
Cortisol, and Pain Perception in Experimentally Induced DOMS"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Anthony B. Piegaro, Jr., BS
West Virginia University
"The Comparative Effects of Six-Week Core Stabilization and Balance Training Programs
on Semidynamic and Dynamic Balance"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

John W. Powell, PhD, ATC
Michigan State University
Medical Coverage Needs of Student-Athletes In a Collegiate Setting
$ 60,000 (1st year funding - 2000)
$120,000 (2nd year funding - 2001)
$ 65,030 (3rd year funding - 2002)
General Research Grant Program

Mitchell J. Rauh, PhD, PT, MPH
San Diego State University
"High School Sports Injury Patterns Among Girls: Trends and Risk Factors"
$17,603
General Research Grant Program

Scott E. Ross, MA, ATC
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
"A Comparison Between Static and Dynamic Postural Stability in Functionally
Stable and Unstable Ankles"
$2,480
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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Eric Sauers, PhD, ATC, CSCS
Arizona School of Health Sciences
"Acute and Chronic Adaptations in the Throwing Shoulder of Professional Baseball
Players with Implications Concerning Injury"
$40,330
General Research Grant Program
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Thomas Weidner, PhD, ATC/L & Jolene M. Henning, PhD, ATC-L
Ball State University
"The Development and Assessment of Standards and Criteria for the Selection,
Training, and Evaluation of Athletic Training Approved Clinical Instructions"
$27,018
General Research Grant Program
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Daniell R. Wilderman, BS, ATC/L
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
"Analysis of Amplitude, Onset Time, and Co-Activation Ratio of the Hamstrings
and Quadriceps During a Side-Step Cut in Agility Trained Basketball Players"
$944
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

2001 (13 grants totaling $270,020.20)

Stephen P.Broglio, BA, ATC
University of Pittsburgh
"The Efficacy of Soccer Headgear"
$998.50
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Christine Douglas, BA, ATC
University of Florida
"Magnets Used for Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness and the Reduction of Pain and Swelling"
$778.70
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Jill W. Lassiter, ATC
The Research Foundation of State University of New York
"A Survey of Coaches' Knowledge, Attitudes, Skills and Behaviors Regarding the
Female Athlete Triad"
$746.00
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

James A. Onate, MA, ATC/L
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
"The Effects of Various Forms of Augmented Feedback on Reducing Jump-Landing Forces"
$2,420
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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John W. Powell, PhD, ATC
Michigan State University
"Medical Coverage Needs of Student-Athletes In a Collegiate Setting"
$ 60,000 (1st year funding -- 2000)
$120,000 (2nd year funding -- 2001)
$ 65,030 (3rd year funding -- 2002)
General Research Grant Program

Christopher M. Powers, PhD, PT
University of Southern California
"Biomechanical and Neuromuscular Aspects of Non-Contact ACL Injuries:
The Influence of Gender, Experience, and Training"
$52,501.00
General Research Grant Program
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Jeffrey A. Sullivan, MA, ATC
Oregon State University
"A Comparison of Objective and Subjective Measures of Glenohumeral Joint Function Following Thermal and Open Capsulorrhaphy"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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Buz Swanik, PhD, ATC & Kathleen A. Swanik, PhD, ATC
Temple University
"EMG and Kinematic Analysis of Drop Jumps from an Unknown Height"
$41,221
General Research Grant Program
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Erik E. Swartz, PhD, ATC
University of New Hampshire
"Head Movement and Hand Placement Patterns Associated with Various Face Mask Removal Tools"
$8,632
General Research Grant Program
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Erik E. Swartz, PhD, ATC
University of New Hampshire
"Non-Contact ACL Injuries in Females: Possible Mechanisms From a Developmental Perspective"
$34,223.00
General Research Grant Program
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Giampietro Vairo, BS, ATC
University of Pittsburgh
"Neuromuscular Landing Performance Subsequent Ipsilaterial Semitendinosus and Gracilus Autograft Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction"
$1,000
Osternig Master's Research Grant Program

Noah J. Wasielewski, MS, ATC, CSCS
University of Oregon
"Predictors of Functional Outcome Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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Steven M. Zinder, MS, ATC
University of Virginia
"The Effect of Ankle Orthoses on Effective Ankle Stiffness in Functionally Unstable and Normal Ankles"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by the Proctor & Gamble Company
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2000 (6 grants totaling $211,400)

Douglas Casa, PhD, ATC, CSCS
University of Connecticut
"Influence of Creatine Use on Exercise Heat Tolerance in Dehydrated Athletes"
$39,191
General Research Grant Program
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Thomas Kohl, MD and Russell Emrich, MD
Reading Hospital & Medical Center
Department of Family Medicine
Reading, PA
"Are There Carriers of Ringworm Among Competitive Wrestlers?"
$14,926.43
General Research Grant Program
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Robert Malina, PhD
Michigan State University
"Incidence and Player Risk Factors for Injury in Youth Football"
$47,158
General Research Grant Program
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Thomas McLoughlin, MA, ATC
The University of Toledo
"The Effect of Monophasic High Voltage Stimulation on Markers of Muscle Injury"
$2,500 Doctoral Research Grant sponsored by Active Ankle Systems, Inc.
Aggressive Application of Monophasic High-Voltage Stimulation Provides a
Transitory Reduction in Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness after Injurious Exercise
JAT. 2001;36:S64
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Mark Merrick, PhD, ATC
Indiana State University
"An Examination of Mitochondrial Function Following Crush Injury"
$47,625
General Research Grant Program
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John W. Powell, PhD, ATC
Michigan State University
"Medical Coverage Needs of Student-Athletes in a Collegiate Setting"
$ 60,000 (1st year funding -- 2000)
$120,000 (2nd year funding -- 2001)
$ 65,030 (3rd year funding --2002)
General Research Grant Program

1999 (6 grants totaling $117,387)

Sandra J. Shultz, PhD, ATC
David H. Perrin, PhD, ATC
University of Virginia
"The Influences of Lower Extremity Limb Alignment on Neuromuscular Timing and Activation Patterns"
$35,207
General Research Grant Program
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Reed Ferber, MS, ATC, CAT(C)
University of Oregon
"Gait Perturbation Response in Pre and Post ACL Surgical Subjects and Healthy Individuals"
$2,500 Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by Active Ankle Systems, Inc.
Ferber, R, Osternig, LR, Wasielewski, NJ, Lee, J-H & Woollacott, MH. Gait Mechanics in
Chronic ACL Deficiency and Subsequent Repair. Clinical Biomechanics. 200l; In Press.
Ferber, R, Osternig, LR, Wasielewski, NJ, Lee, J-H, & Woollacott, MH. Reactive
Balance Adjustments to Unexpected Perturbations during Human Walking. Gait and
Posture. 2001; In Press
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Sheryl D. Finucane, PhD, PT
Virginia Commonwealth University
"The Effect of Low-Intensity Ultrasound on Medial Collateral Ligament Healing in Rabbits"
$48,811
General Research Grant Program
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Kim Hannigan-Downs, MS, ATC
Oregon State University
"Radiographic Validation and Reliability of Selected Clinical Measures of Pronation"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by Active Ankle Systems, Inc.
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Jeffrey A. Potteiger, PhD
University of Kansas Center for Research
"Effects of Creatine Supplementation on Anterior Compartment Pressure During Rest and Exercise"
$11,980
General Research Grant Program
Creatine Supplementation Increases Lower Leg Anterior Compartment Pressure Prior To and
Following Exercise. JAT. 2001; In Press
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William A. Romani, PhD, PT, ATC
University of Maryland at Baltimore
"The Effect of Endogenous Estradiol Levels at Three Phases of the Menstrual Cycle on Anterior Cruciate Ligament Stiffness in Active Females"
$16,389
General Research Grant Program
The Effect of Endogenous Estradiol Levels at Three Phases of the Menstrual Cycle on Anterior
Cruciate Ligament Stiffness in Active Females. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise.
2001; In Review
The Effect of Endogenous Estradiol Levels at Three Phases of the Menstrual Cycle on Anterior
Cruciate Ligament Stiffness in Active Females. Journal of Women's Health and Gender Based
Medicine. 2002; In Review
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1998 (10 grants totaling $135,531)

Paul DeVita, PhD
East Carolina University
"Knee Joint Forces While Walking With and Without a Functional Knee Brace in Recent ACL-Reconstructed Subjects"
$20,974
General Research Grant Program
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Mary Ann Erickson, EdD, ATC
University of New Mexico
"Contributors to First Time Success Rate on the National Athletic Trainer's Board of Certification Exam as Perceived by Candidate Sponsors"
$1,275
General Research Grant Program
Erickson, MA, Marting, M. Contributors to Initial Success on the National Athletic Trainers' Board of Certification Examinations as Perceived by Candidate Sponsors: A Delphi Study. Journal of Athletic Training. 2000;35:134-138.

A. Louise Fincher, EdD, ATC, LAT
Joe W. King Orthopedic Institute, Houston
"The Effect of Arthroscopic Cold Irrigation Solution on Postoperative Pain and Swelling in the Knee"
$16,689
General Research Grant Program
Fincher, AL, O'Connor, DP, Woods, GW. The Effect of Arthroscopic Cold Irrigation Solution on the Postoperative Pain and Swelling in the Knee. Journal of Athletic Training. 2002; In Review

Paul Fiolkowski, MA, ATC
University of Florida
"The Effects of Athletic Footwear on Gait Kinetics and Kinematics in Running"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by Active Ankle Systems, Inc.
Fiolkowski, P, Bishop, M, Brunt, DS, Woo, R, Horodyski, MB. The Effects of Athletic Footwear on Leg Stiffness and Running Kinematics. Journal of Athletic Training. 2001;36:S63.

Lori Michener, MEd, ATC, PT
University of Pennsylvania
"Relationships Between Impairments, Three Dimensional Kinematics, and Self-Report in Patients with Subacromial Impingement"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by Active Ankle Systems, Inc.
Michener, LA, McClure, PW, Kardun, AR, Sennett, BJ. Relationships Between Impairments, Three-dimensional Kinematics, and Self-Report in Patients with Subacromial Impingement. Journal of Athletic Training. 2000;35:S12.
Michener, LA, Leggin, BG. A Review of Self-Report Scales for the Assessment of Functional Limitation and Disability of the Shoulder. J Hand Therapy. 2001;14:68-76
Michener, LA, McClure, PW, Sennett, BJ. American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Standardized
Shoulder Assessment Form: Reliability, Validity, and Responsiveness. J of Shoulder and Elbow
Surgery. 2002; In Press
Michener, LA, McClure, PW, Karduna, AR, Sennett, BJ. The Relationships between Impairments,
Functional Limitations, and Disability in Patients with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome.
Journal of Physical Therapy. 2002; In Review
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Louis R. Osternig, PhD, ATC
University of Oregon
"Joint Power Adaptations to Anterior Cruciate Ligament Deficiency and Replacement"
$13,426
General Research Grant Program
Osternig, L, Ferber, R, Mercer, J, Davis, H. Human Hip and Knee Torque Accommodations to Anterior Cruciate Ligament Dysfunction. European Journal of Applied Physiology. 2000;83:71-76.
Osternig, L, Ferber, R, Mercer, J, David, H. Effects of Position and Speed on Joint Torques and
Knee Shear Following ACL Injury. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 2001; 33(7):1073-
1080.
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Frank M. Perna, EdD
West Virginia University
"Psychological Distress and Coping Following Athletic Injury Among Children and Adults: Impact Upon Rehabilitation"
$23,075
General Research Grant Program
Perna, F, Roh, J, Newcomer, R, Maniar, S, Stilger, V. Psychological Distress Following Athletic Injury. Journal of Athletic Training. 2000;35:S13.
Perna, FM, Roh, JL, Newcomer, RR, Etzel, E. Clinical Depression Among Injured Athletes: An Empirical Assessment. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology. 1998;10:S54-S55.
Newcomer, RR, Roh, JL, Perna, FM, Etzel, E. Injury as a Traumatic Experience: Intrusive Thoughts and Avoidance Behavior Associated with Injury Among College Student Athletes. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology. 1998;10:S54.
Roh, JL, Newcomer, RR, Perna, FM, Etzel, E. Depressive Mood State Among College Athletes: Pre- and Post-Injury. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology. 1998;10:S54.
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Michael E. Powers, MS, ATC, CSCS
University of Virginia
"The Effects of Creatine Supplementation on Intracellular and Extracellular Water Content"
$33,292
General Research Grant Program
Powers, ME, Arnold, BL, Perrin, DH, Weltman, AL, Mistry, D, Kahler, DM, Kraemer, WJ. The Effects of Creatine Supplementation on Intracellular and Extracellular Water Content. Journal of Athletic Training. 2000;35:S13.
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James Slauterbeck, MD
Steve Fuzie, PT, ATC
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
"The Effects of Hormone Levels in Female Athletes on the Frequency of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury"
$15,400
General Research Grant Program
Slauterbeck, J, Fuzie, S, Smith, M, Clark, R, Hardy, D. Estrogen and Progesterone Levels at Time of Injury. Journal of Athletic Training. 2001;36:S61.
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Tom Weidner, PhD, ATC
Ball State University
"Selection and Evaluation of Guidelines for Clinical Education Settings in Athletic Training"
$6,400
General Research Grant Program
Weidner, TG, Laurane, T. Selection and Evaluation Guidelines for Clinical Education Settings in Athletic Training. Journal of Athletic Training. 2001;36:S61.
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1997 (13 grants totaling $124,336)

Marchell Austin, MS, ATC
US Military Academy, NE
"Factors Affecting Perceived Continuing Education Needs of Certified Athletic Trainers"
$3,800
General Research Grant Program
Austin, M. Self-Perceived Contining Education Needs of Certified Athletic Trainers. Journal of Athletic Training. 2001;36:62-67.

Anna T. Brockmeyer, MS, ATC
University of Oregon
"Filling the Gap: Seminar Series for the Aging Athlete"
$3,500
General Research Grant Program

Susan Foreman, MPT, ATC
University of Virginia
"The Effect of Phonophoresis with an Occlusive Dressing on the Absorption of Dexamethasone in Humans"
$9,004
General Research Grant Program
Foreman, SA, Gieck, JH, Perrin, DH, Ball, D, Mistry, D, McCue, FC, Weltman, A. Effect of Phonophoresis on the Absorption of Dexamethasone in the Presence of an Occlusive Dressing. Journal of Athletic Training. 1999;34:S24.

J. Hertel, MED, ATC
Penn State University
"Alteration of Foot Center of Pressure Following Lateral Ankle Sprain"
$2,500
Doctoral Research Grant Sponsored by Active Ankle Systems, Inc.
Hertel, J, Denegar, CR, Buckley, WE. Serial Testing of Postural Control Following Lateral Ankle Sprain. Journal of Athletic Training. 2000;35:S51.

Mark Hoffman, PhD, ATC
Indiana University
"Sensorimotor Evaluation of Post-Operative Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Patients"
$5,515
General Research Grant Program
Hoffman, MA, Koceja, DM. An Investigation of Dynamic and Static Postural
Control in Post-Operative Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Patients.
Journal of Athletic Training. 1999;34:130-135.
Hoffman, MA, Koceja, DM. Spinal Reflex Profiles of the Post-Operative Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Patients. International Journal of Neuroscience. 2000;104:17-27.
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Lennart Johns, PhD, ATC
University of Wisconsin
"Effect of Ultrasound on Spleenocytes and Lymphokine Production"
$27,532
General Research Grant Program
Johns, LD, Colloton, PA, Neuenfeldt, J. Effects of Therapeutic Ultrasound on T Cell Proliferation and IL-2 Production. Journal of Athletic Training. 1999;34:S24.
Johns, LD, Colloton,P, Neuenfeldt, J, Krupo, K. Effect of Therapeutic Levels of Ultrasound on Spleenocyte Proliferation and the Production of Cytokines. 2003 Cytokine, 22:55-61.
Johns, LD, Nonthermal Effects of Therapeutic Ultrasound: The Frequency Resonance Hypothesis. 2002 Journal of Athletic Training, 37(3):293-299.
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Robert S. Charles Lipscombe, ATC
William F. Brechue, PhD
Indiana University
"The Effects of Acupressure on Exercise-Induced Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness and Muscle Function Following Eccentric Exercise"
$6,370
General Research Grant Program
Charles-Liscombe, RS, Brechue, WF. The Effects of Acupressure Therapy on Exercise-Induced Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness and Muscle Function Following Eccentric Exercise. Journal of Athletic Training. 1998;33:S16.

Stephen Johnson, PhD
Orthopedic Biomechanics Institute, AZ
"Determination of Patellofemoral Joint Reaction Forces as Function of Cadence and Step Sequence during Low Impact Stepping Exercise"
$4,120
General Research Grant Program

W. A. Romani, PhD, PT, ATC
David Perrin, PhD, ATC
University of Virginia
"Efficacy of Continuous Ultrasound in the diagnosis of Tibial Stress Fractures"
$8,700
General Research Grant Program
Romani, WA, Perrin, DH, Dussault, RG, Ball, DW, Kahler, DM. Efficacy of Therapeutic Continuous Ultrasound in the Diagnosis of Tibial Stress Fractures. Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy. 2000;30:444-452.

Michelle Sandrey, PhD, ATC
Indiana State University
"The Effect of Electromagnetic Fields on Chemically-Induced Tendinitis in Rats"
$8,607
General Research Grant Program
Sandry, MA, Fox, MT, Balcavage, WX, Swez, JA. The Effects of Electromagnetic Fields on Chemically-Induced Tendinitis in Rats. Journal of Athletic Training. 1999;34:S23.
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Lynn Snyder-Mackler, ScD, ATC, PT
University of Delaware
"Muscle Performance and Functional Outcome after ACL Injury"
$17,613 (1st year funding 1996)
$22,957 (2nd year funding 1997)
General Research Grant Program
Fitzgerald, GK, Axe, MJ, Snyder-Mackler, L. A Decision-Making Scheme for Returning Patients to High-Level Activity with Nonoperative Treatment after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc. 2000;8:76-82.
Rudolph, KS, Axe, MJ, Snyder-Mackler, L. Dynamic Stability after ACL Injury: Who Can Hop?
Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc. 2000;8:262-269.
Fitzgerald, GK, Axe, MJ, Snyder-Mackler, L. The Efficacy of Perturbation Training in Nonoperative
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rehabilitation Programs for Physically Active Individuals. Physical
Therapy. 2000;80:128-140.

Sandra Shultz, MS, ATC
David Perrin, PhD, ATC
University of Virginia
"Neuromuscular Response Characteristics in Males and Females following Perturbance of the Knee."
$18,281
General Research Grant Program
Shultz, SJ, Perrin, DH, Adams, JM, Arnold, BL, Gansneder, BM, Granata, KP.
Neuromuscular Response Characteristics in Males and Females Following Knee Perturbation in a Single Leg Weight Bearing Stance. Journal of Athletic Training. 2001;36:37-43.
Shultz, SJ, Perrin, DH, Adams, JM, Arnold, BL, Gansneder, BM, Granata, KP. Assessment of Neuromuscular Response Characteristics at the Knee Following a Functional Perturbation. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology. 2000;10:159-170.
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Denise, Wiksten, PhD, ATC
San Diego State University
"Evaluating the Effectiveness of Instructional Methods in Athletic Training Education"
$3,450
General Research Grant Program
Wiksten, DL, Patterson, P, Voight, G, LaMaster, K. The Effectiveness of an Interactive Multimedia Program on Upper Extremity Injury Evaluation as a Supplement to Traditional Methods of Instruction. Journal of Athletic Training. 1999;34:S12.

1996 (9 grants totaling $69,563)

David R. Black, PhD
L. T. Leverenz
Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana
"Multicenter Study to Evaluate a Screening Test for Athletes with Disordered Eating"
$11,002 (1st year funding 1994)
$5,335 (2nd year funding 1996)
General Research Grant Program
Black, DR, Leverenz, LJ, Nagel, DL, Larkin, LJ, Coster, DC. Evaluation of a Screening Test for Female College Athletes with Disordered Eating.
Journal of Athletic Training. 1997;32:S23.
Nagel, DL, Black, DR, Leverenz, LJ, Coster, DC. Evaluation of a Screening Test for Female College Athletes with Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating. Journal of Athletic Training. 2000;35:431-440.

David Draper, EdD, ATC
Brigham Young University
"Effect of Various Qualities of Ultrasound Crystals on Muscle Temperature and Patient Comfort"
$12,925
General Research Grant Program
Draper, DO, Garrett, C, Knight, KL, Durrant, E. Pulsed Short-Wave Diathermy Treatments Heat a Considerable Larger Muscle Area than 1 Mhz Ultrasound Treatments. Journal of Athletic Training. 1999;34:S23.
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Gale Gehlsen, PhD
Thomas Weidner, EdD, ATC
Ball State University
"The Effects of Knee Joint Reaction Force Characteristics during a Selected
Closed Chain Exercise"
$7,405
General Research Grant Program
Gehlsen, G, Weidner, T, Graham, V. The Effects of Knee Joint ROM and Load on EMG and Joint Reaction Force Characteristics During a Selected Closed Chain Exercise. Journal of Athletic Training. 1998;33:S7.
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Aimee Gunnoe, ATC
University of Florida
"A Study of the Relationship between Life Events and Incidence of Injury in High School
Football"
$1,000
General Research Grant Program
Gunnoe, A. The Effect of Life Events on Incidence of Injury in High School Football. Journal of Athletic Training. 2001;36:150-155.
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Gary Harrelson, EdD, ATC
University of Alabama
"An Assessment of Learning Preferences Among Undergraduate Athletic Training Students"
$1,670
General Research Grant Program
Harrelson, G, Leaver-Dunn, D. An Assessment of Learning Preferences Among Undergraduate Athletic Training Students. Journal of Athletic Training. 1997;32:S24
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Catherine O'Connor, MD, ATC
Amherst College
"Brachial Plexus Injury (Burners) in Collegiate Football Players: A Prospective Study"
$10,115
General Research Grant Program
O'Connor, CE, Pekow, PS, Klingensmith, MT. Brachial Plexus (Burners) Incidence and Risk Factors in Collegiate Football Players: A Prospective Study. Journal of Athletic Training. 1998;33:S8.

Kevin M. Guskiewicz, PhD, ATC
Dave H. Perrin, PhD, ATC
University of Virginia
University of North Carolina
"Effect of Mild Brain Injury on Cognition and Postural Stability"
$15,000 (1st year funding 1995)
$10,000 (2nd year funding 1996)
General Research Grant Program
Guskiewicz, KM, Perrin, DH, Gansneder, BM. Effect of Mild Head Injury on Postural Stability in Athletes. Journal of Athletic Training. 1996;31:300-306.
Guskiewicz, KM, Riemann, BL, Perrin, DH, Nashner, LM. Alternative Approaches to the Assessment of Mild Head Injury in Athletes. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 1997;29:S213-S221.
Guskiewicz, KM, Perrin, DH. Research and Clinical Applications of Assessing Balance. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation. 1996;5:45-63.
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Masaaki Tsuruike, MS, ATC
Indiana University
"Stretch Reflex and Knee Extensor Strength Deficit Due to ACL Reconstruction"
$3,500
General Research Grant Program
Tsuruike, M, Koceja, DM. Conditioned Patellar Tendon-Tap Reflexes in Patients with ACL Reconstruction. Int. Journal of Sports Medicine. 1999;20:263-266.

1995 (4 grants totaling $36,245)

Kenneth Eaves, MS, ATC
University of Florida
"The Effects of Four Prophylactic Ankle Supports on the Athletic and Functional Abilities in Chronically Unstable Ankles"
$1,000
General Research Grant Program
Eaves, KG. The Effects of Three Prophylactic Ankle Supports on the Athletic and Functional Abilities in Chronically Unstable Ankles. Journal of Athletic
Training. 1997;32:S23.

Scott Lephart, PhD, ATC
University of Pittsburgh, PA
"The Effects of Neuromuscular Control Exercises on Functional Stability in Unstable Shoulders"
$14,235
General Research Grant Program

John Miller, PhD, ATC
University of New Hampshire
"Effect of Physical Activity on Knee Brace Migration"
$6,010
General Research Grant Program
Miller, JP, Vailas, JV, Croce, RV, Confessore, R, Catlaw, K. Dynamic Analysis of Custom Fitted Functional Knee Braces: EMG and Brace Migration During Physical Activity. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation. 1999;8:109-122.
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1994 (4 grants totaling $21,455)

David R. Black, PhD
L. T. Leverenz
Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana
"Multicenter Study to Evaluate a Screening Test for Athletes with Disordered Eating"
$11,002 (1st year funding 1994)
$ 5,335 (2nd year funding 1996)
General Research Grant Program

R. T. Floyd, EdD, ATC, CSCS
K. Wright, DA, ATC
Livingston University, Livingston, AL
"An Assessment of Sports Medicine Supervision in Southeastern United States Secondary Schools"
$4,588
General Research Grant Program
Floyd, RT, Wright, KE. An Assessment of Sports Medicine Supervision in Southeastern United States Secondary Schools. Journal of Athletic Training.
1996;31:S43.

Dawn T. Gulick, PhD, PT, ATC
I. Kimura, Phd, PT, ATC
Mike Sitler, EdD, ATC
Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
"Treatment of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness"
$4,685
General Research Grant Program
Gulick, DT, Kimura, IF, Sitler, M, Paolone, A, Kelly, JD. Various Treatment Techniques on Signs and Symptoms of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness. Journal of Athletic Training. 1996;31:45-52.
Gulick, DT, Kimura, IF. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness: What Is It and How Do We Treat It? Journal of Sports Rehabilitation. 1996;5:234-243.
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C. L. Moss, EdD, ATC
Bowling Green State University
"Entry Level Salaries for Athletic Trainers"
$1,180
General Research Grant Program
Moss, CL. 1994 Entry-Level Athletic Training Salaries. Journal of Athletic Training. 1996;31:25-28.
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1993 (2 grants totaling $3,708)

Gary Simoneau
Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI
"Quantification of Ankle Proprioception in the Normal and Injured Ankle"
$2,665
General Research Grant Program
Simoneau, GG, Degner, RM, Kramper, CA, Kittleson, KH. Changes in Ankle Joint Proprioception Resulting from Strips of Athletic Tape Applied Over the Skin. Journal of Athletic Training. 1997;32:141-147.
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Andrew Winterstein, ATC
University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin
"Organizational Commitment and Job Satisfaction Among Head Athletic Trainers"
$1,043
General Research Grant Program
Winterstein, AP. Organizational Commitment Among Head Athletic Trainers: Examining Our Work Environment. Journal of Athletic Training. 1998;33:54-61.

1992 (2 grants totaling $13,966)

Vickie Graham, MS, ATC
Ball State University
"EMG Evaluation of Closed and Open Kinetic Chain Knee Rehabilitation Exercises"
$3,062
General Research Grant Program
Graham, VL, Gehlsen, GM, Edwards, JA. Electromyographic Evaluation of Closed and Open Kinetic Chain Knee Rehabilitation Exercises. Journal of Athletic Training. 1993;28:23-30

Rod A. Harter, PhD, ATC
G. A. Smith
Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon
"Three Dimensional Kinematic Analysis of The Effects of Ankle Prophylactic Devices on Dynamic Ankle and Subtalar Joint Motions"
$10,904
General Research Grant Program
Harter, RA, Lew, DH, Smith, GA, Orendorff, M. Three-Dimensional Kinematic Analysis of the Effects of Ankle Prophylactic Devices on Dynamic Ankle and Subtalar Joint Motion. Journal of Athletic Training. 1994;29:S162
Harter, RA, Lew, DH, Smith, GA, Orendurff, M. Comparison of Objective and Subjective Measures of Motion Restraint Provided by Ankle Prophylaxes. Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise. 1994;26:S83

1991 (3 grants totaling $11,084)

Mike Anderson
University of Oklahoma
"Effects of Eccentric Hamstring Training and Agility Training on Agility and Incidence of Hamstring Strains"
$7,840
General Research Grant Program

M. B. Johnson (project not completed)
San Diego State University
"Displacement Angle and Electromyographic Response of Peroneal and Anterior Tibialis Muscles in Lateral Sprains"
$2,044
General Research Grant Program

A.W. Watson
Tarlton State University
"Professional Preparation Activities for the Student Athletic Trainer in a Collegiate Athletic Training Internship Setting"
$1,200
General Research Grant Program