Health, Nutrition & Exercise Science Masters Theses: Recent submissions
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Survey of Registered Dietitians' Proficiency of Celiac Disease and Use of Twitter, Facebook, Smart Phone App, and Internet for Celiac Disease Management
(North Dakota State University, 2014)The Registered Dietitian (RD) plays an integral role in helping patients manage their celiac disease (CD). This study explored how proficient RDs are with CD management in addition to determining how RDs use technology to ... -
The Graston Technique® Increases Hamstring Flexibility
(North Dakota State University, 2014)Soft tissue mobilization techniques have been reported to increase hamstring flexibility. However, no one has reported the effects of the Graston Technique® on increasing hamstring flexibility. The purpose of this study ... -
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 ... -
Understanding the Rural Built Environment from the Perspectives of Parents of Preschool-Aged Children
(North Dakota State University, 2014)Obesity prevention interventions targeting the built environment are an emerging area of research, but few studies have been applied in rural communities or among preschool-aged children, despite being high-priority ... -
The Effect of 2 MHz Ultrasound on Intramuscular Temperature at 1.5, 2.5, and 3 cm Depths
(North Dakota State University, 2014)The research objective was to determine the increase in intramuscular temperature of 2 MHz therapeutic ultrasound at 1.5, 2.5, and 3 cm depths after a 20 minute treatment at 1.0 W/cm2. A two-factor ANOVA experimental design ... -
Ice and Ace Wrap and Game Ready® in Decreasing Quadriceps Temperature
(North Dakota State University, 2014)The Game Ready® system is a popular cooling modality, but little is known about its ability to decrease intramuscular temperature. The purpose of this study was to compare intramuscular temperature decreases caused by six ... -
Assessing Critical Thinking Skills of Athletic Training Professional and Post-Professional Students
(North Dakota State University, 2014)Critical thinking (CT) can be described as using resources, identifying assumptions, asking questions, comparing alternatives, and finally coming to a conclusion. Critical thinking can be used in daily life, general work, ... -
Evaluation of Biomechanical Risk Factors in Division II Collegiate Female Athletes Using the Landing Error Scoring System (LESS) After an 8-Week Neuromuscular Training Program
(North Dakota State University, 2013)Neuromuscular training programs are a relatively new injury prevention strategy to reduce the risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, primarily in female athletes. This study evaluated the effects of a neuromuscular ... -
Therapeutic Ultrasound: The Effectiveness of Ultrasound and the Importance of Parameter Settings
(North Dakota State University, 2013)Therapeutic ultrasound can be an important modality for clinician's use to heat tissue. Previous research has concluded that therapeutic ultrasound treatments may be ineffective. There are several options for parameters ... -
Plasma and Electrolyte Changes in Humans Following Ingestion of Multiple Boluses of Pickle Juice Associated with Exercise
(North Dakota State University, 2013)No experimental research has examined the effect of drinking multiple boluses of pickle juice (PJ) on the same day, nor has its ingestion been examined during exercise. Additionally there are fears that PJ supplementation ... -
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 ... -
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Neuromuscular Training Protocol of the Core and Hip Musculature: Effects On Female Athletes' Landing Mechanics
(North Dakota State University, 2013)Landing is a dynamic activity and considered one of the leading causes of noncontact ACL injuries. Poor biomechanics during dynamic activity resulting from neuromuscular imbalances may contribute to ACL injury. The purpose ... -
Effect of Nutrition Education with Fruit and Vegetable Supplementation on Fruit and Vegetable Intake and Anthropometric Measurements among Adults of Varying Socioeconomic Status
(North Dakota State University, 2012)Intake of fruit and vegetable (F/V) is inadequate and obesity is more prevalent among adults of lower socioeconomic status (SES) in the U.S. This study determined the effect of nutrition education (NutrED) and F/V ... -
Physiological Changes in Women Following a Concurrent or Resistance Training Program
(North Dakota State University, 2012)This research evaluated physiologic changes in women after a 12 week resistance training (RT) or concurrent training (CT) program. Eighteen women (38-61 years) were randomized to a training group that trained three times ... -
The Effect of Pre-Exercise Ingestion of Pickle Juice, Hypertonic Saline, and Water on Aerobic Performance in College-Aged Males
(North Dakota State University, 2012)Pickle juice (PJ) is commonly ingested by athletes pre-exercise to prevent muscle cramps. Some scientists fear PJ may negatively impact performance due to its high sodium concentration. The purpose of this study was to ... -
Differences in Ground Reaction Forces between Take-Offs that are Out, On, or Under in the Pole Vault
(North Dakota State University, 2012)Aim. The take-off is regarded as the most important phase of the pole vault yet there is an insufficient amount of research on the ground reaction forces of the pole vault takeoff. At this time there is not any scientific ... -
Learning Styles: Differences in Undergraduate versus Graduate Entry Level Athletic Training Students
(North Dakota State University, 2012)The purpose of this study was to determine the preferred learning style of undergraduate and graduate entry level athletic training students. This study also investigated the preference of males and females in both groups. ... -
The Effect of 5% Hypohydration on Muscle Cramp Threshold Frequency
(North Dakota State University, 2012)Many clinicians believe exercise associated muscle cramps (EAMC) occur because of dehydration and electrolyte losses. Experimental research supporting this theory is lacking. Mild hypohydration (3% body mass loss) does not ... -
Mindful Eating: Is There a Relationship among Gender, Age, Physical Activity, Grade Level, Focus of Academic Major and Eating Mindfulness among College Students
(North Dakota State University, 2012)Mindful eating is the concept of being physically and emotionally aware of what and why you are eating. Currently the research is limited, especially in a large college aged population. Therefore, the purpose of this study ... -
Ad Libitum Fluid Intake and Plasma Responses Following Pickle Juice, Hypertonic Saline, and Deionized Water Ingestion
(North Dakota State University, 2012)Some clinicians warn against pickle juice (PJ) ingestion due to its sodium. PJ drinking guidelines have been developed but never tested. The purpose of this study was to determine if drinking PJ, hypertonic saline (HS), ...