Browsing Health, Nutrition & Exercise Science Masters Theses by Title
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The Effect of Suspended Weight Resistance Training on Dynamic Balance, Muscular Strength, Muscular Power, and Agility in Collegiate Athletes
(North Dakota State University, 2016)Instability resistance training techniques are commonly used to increase athletic performance. The purpose of the present study was to analyze the effects of performing the squat exercise with suspended weight within a ... -
Effectiveness of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation over Protective Athletic Equipment as Performed by Certified Athletic Trainers
(North Dakota State University, 2020)Certified Athletic Trainers (ATCs) are expected to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on athletes experiencing cardiac arrest, regardless of whether the athlete is wearing protective athletic equipment. The goal ... -
Effectiveness of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Ventilation Devices With Protective Hockey Equipment as Performed by Certified Athletic Trainers
(North Dakota State University, 2022)Certified Athletic Trainers (ATCs) are expected to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on athletes experiencing cardiac arrest regardless of the protective equipment worn by the athlete. Additionally, ventilation ... -
The Effects of a Kinesio® Tape Application on Intramuscular Tissue Temperature Change during a 20-Minute Cryotherapy Application
(North Dakota State University, 2017)The methodology for this research study was specifically designed to investigate whether or not Kinesio® Tape would act as a barrier during a cryotherapy application. Previous research has concluded that certain dressings ... -
The Effects of a Mini-Band Warm-Up, a Medicine Ball Warm-Up and Static Stretching on Lower Body Power
(North Dakota State University, 2017)The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of four different warm-up conditions on vertical jump performance. The warm-ups included a static stretching routine, dynamic medicine ball routine, mini-band routine, ... -
The effects of an acute session of blood flow restriction exercise on autonomic modulation
(North Dakota State University, 2024)PURPOSE: How an acute training session of blood flow restriction (BFR) exercise affects autonomic modulation during a unilateral knee extension exercise. METHODS: Fourteen physically active males completed three different ... -
The Effects of Caffeine Ingestion on Muscle Cramp Threshold Frequency
(North Dakota State University, 2014)Context: The effects of caffeine on muscle cramp threshold frequency were investigated. Objective: To determine the effect of caffeine on muscle cramp threshold frequency. Design: Randomized Trial. Experimental Design ... -
The Effects of Caffeine on Neurocognitive Function
(North Dakota State University, 2016)Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of caffeine, as introduced by a popular energy drink, on neurocognitive function. Methods: Twenty-four male participants, 18-28 yrs old, completed two days ... -
The Effects of Graston Technique Treatment Times on Sprint Performance in Collegiate Wrestlers
(North Dakota State University, 2016)The aim of this study was to provide insight on how treatment times of 5-minutes and 8-minutes of GT® affect a 30-yard sprint performance. Interventions: 15 healthy college-aged male wrestlers received two treatments ... -
The Effects of Humeral Retroversion on Range of Motion in the Throwing Athlete
(North Dakota State University, 2022)The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between shoulder rotational range of motion once accounting for humeral retroversion (HR) and the Functional Arm Scale for Throwers (FAST). The following research ... -
The Effects of Kids’ Cooking Camps on Native American Children’s Knowledge and Habits Related to Food Safety, Preparation, and Nutrition
(North Dakota State University, 2015)A pilot research study was conducted to determine if cooking camps could increase knowledge and improve habits of Native American children related to food safety, nutrition, and reported food and exercise habits. Forty ... -
The Effects of Kinesio Tape on Neck Disability and Pain
(North Dakota State University, 2021)Kinesio® Tape is a proposed treatment to improve neck disability due to its advertised benefits such as decompression of tissue, facilitation of muscles, and improvement in range of motion.1–5 While the advertised benefits ... -
The Effects of Kinesiotape Star Technique in Individuals with Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain
(North Dakota State University, 2022)Kinesio® Tape is theorized to reduce pain and aid with movement during treatment of chronic non-specific low back pain. This study investigated the effect that Kinesio® Tape has on patient-reported outcome measures and on ... -
The Effects of Kinesio® Tape on Acromiohumeral Distance in Patients with Subacromial Impingement
(North Dakota State University, 2018)Kinesio® Tape has the potential to optimize the treatment of subacromial impingement syndrome. This research project investigated the effect Kinesio® Tape has on patient-reported outcome measures and acromiohumeral distance ... -
The Effects of Remote Post-Exercise Ischemic Conditioning on Recovery from Strenuous Exercise
(North Dakota State University, 2020)BACKGROUND: Strategic limb occlusion applied after exercise (PEIC) may expedite recovery, not just in directly affected tissue, but over the entire body via circulating factors. METHODS: Twenty active college-age males ... -
The Effects of the Graston Technique® on Cases of Chronic Tendinopathy Measured by Diagnostic Ultrasound
(North Dakota State University, 2018)The Graston Technique® is a beneficial treatment on tendinopathies1 however, little research exists on the effects of the Graston Technique® on chronic cases of tendinopathy measured with diagnostic ultrasound. To determine ... -
The Effects of the Space Correction Kinesio Taping Method (R) on the Patellofemoral Joint Measured by Diagnostic Ultrasound
(North Dakota State University, 2016)Background: There is limited quantitative research on joint space measurements to support the use of Kinesio Tape Space Correction Method®. There is limited to no research regarding the use of diagnostic ultrasound to take ... -
The Effects of Thermostim Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization and Superficial Heat on Range of Motion of the Hamstrings and Perceived Patient Comfort
(North Dakota State University, 2016)Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) and superficial heat have reportedly increased range of motion and perceived patient comfort. The ThermoStim provides IASTM and superficial heat simultaneously. Only one ... -
The Effects of Two Types of Different Dynamic Warm-Ups and Static Stretching on Total Body Power and Speed
(North Dakota State University, 2016)Static stretching has often been found to decrease performance in power and speed activities, but dynamic warm-ups usually increase performance. We examined the effects of a mini-band warm-up, a medicine ball warm-up, and ... -
Effects on Plantarflexor Strength, Calf Girth, and Dorsiflexion Range of Motion When Static Stretching is Implemented During Two Weeks of Immobilization
(North Dakota State University, 2013)This study examined the effects of chronic static stretching on dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM), calf strength, and calf girth when immobilized for two weeks. Thirty-six North Dakota State University students participated ...