Athletic Training

Promoting critical thinking in the classroom

by Stacy Walker

Encouraging the disposition to critically think

by Stacy Walker

The effects of two instructional methodologies on the critical thinking skills of undergraduate athletic training students

by Stacy Walker

Active learning strategies to promote critical thinking

by Stacy Walker

Journal Writing as a Teaching Technique to Promote Reflection

by Stacy Walker

An Exploration of Athletic Trainers’ Perceptions of the Continuing Education Process

by Stacy Walker

AT Clinical Proficiency Evaluation

by Stacy Walker

An Assessment of Burnout in Undergraduate Athletic Training Education Program Directors

by Stacy Walker

Promoting Coherence in Athletic Training Education Programs

by Stacy Walker

AT ACIs report little real time evaluations

by Stacy Walker

A Professional Learning Plan has Value

by Stacy Walker

The Use of Standardized Patients in Athletic Training Education

by Stacy Walker

Standardized Patients, Part 1: Teaching Interpersonal and Clinical Skills

by Stacy Walker

Standardized Patients, Part 2: Developing a Case

by Stacy Walker

Standardized Patients, Part 3: Assessing Student Performance

by Stacy Walker

Standardized Patients, Part 4: Training

by Stacy Walker

Athletic Training Educators’ Knowledge, Comfort, and Perceived Importance of Evidence-Based Practice

by Stacy Walker

Standardized Patients Provide Realistic and Worthwhile Experiences for Athletic Training Students

by Stacy Walker

Effect of Ankle Taping and Exercise on EMG and Kinetics during Landing

by Paul Fiolkowski

Abstract.  The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of ankle taping and the combined effect of ankle... more Abstract.  The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of ankle taping and the combined effect of ankle taping and exercise on ankle stabilization under four different conditions (pre-taped, taped, walking on the treadmill, removal of tape) in drop landing from a 40 cm height. The subjects consisted of 14 healthy adult (four male, ten female) volunteers with ages ranging from 22-28 years. Preamplified EMG electrodes were attached to the soleus, tibialis anterior, vastus medialis, and biceps femoris. EMG and force plate data were collected at 500 Hz. While standing on one leg, subjects hopped from a 40 cm height onto a force plate. The ankle of the right leg was then taped followed by a repeat of the hopping task, walking on a treadmill, and a second repetition of the hopping task. The hopping task was again repeated following the removal of the tape. Significant increases occurred in vertical ground reaction forces for the taped conditions compared with those in pretaped and untaped conditions. In the taped conditions, the soleus displayed a significant decrease in mean iEMG from impact to peak vertical ground reaction force (p<0.05). Results suggest that taping can provide enough mechanical support to limit ankle motion even after 30 minutes of walking on the treadmill. Additionally, diminished soleus iEMG activity may be related to an increase in the ground reaction forces upon landing from a jump.

INJURY MANAGEMENT AND REHABILITATION FOR ATHLETES IN THE EU

by Paul Fiolkowski

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The role of sport in society, whether for social, business or health reasons has become an increasingly high profile... more The role of sport in society, whether for social, business or health reasons has become an increasingly high profile activity in recent years. Competitive leagues generate substantial revenue, and the paycheques are noticed by youth, providing a goal, perhaps unattainable, that may drive their competitive participation. Also, the health benefits of participation in
sporting activities has not been overlooked, and governments see this as a way to decrease chronic disease and improve the overall health status of their citizens.