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MN APTA Poster Presentations
Sponsored by the MN APTA Research Committee

The posters listed here have been presented at past MN APTA Spring and Fall Conferences.

If you are interested in submitting a poster for an upcoming conference, please visit the Conference web page.

RESEARCH POSTERS ARCHIVE


Poster Presenters
Student PTs Kelli Hayes, Jeremy Trevis, and Julie Haley present "Clinemetric properties of the 10-repitition single leg squat test in women with patellofemoral pain" at the 2008 MN APTA Spring Conference.

SPRING 2008

Alcock CJ, Arotta JB, Barduson BL, Day CJ, Phadke V, Hassett DR, Braman JP, LaPrade, RF, Ludewig PM. Torque capabilities of the levator scapulae and rhomboids. (University of Minnesota)

Brown KM, Bursey D, Arneson L, Andrews C, Ludewig PM, Glasoe WM. Consideration of Digitization Imprecision When Building Local Coordinate Axes in a Foot Model. (University of Minnesota)

Egan E, Barrie E, Goerlitz M, Mellem J, Gilchrist L. Minnesota APTA 'Stand Up & Be Strong' falls prevention program. (College of St. Catherine)

Holinka E, Kern B, Johnson M, Johnson N, Phadke V, Braman JP, LaPrade RF, Ludewig PM. Comparison of subacromial volume in shoulder impingement test positions. (University of Minnesota) 

Hollman JH, Haley JA, Hayes KM, Trevis JD. Clinemetric properties of the 10-repitition single leg squat test in women with patellofemoral pain. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Hollman JH, Youdas JW, Childs KB, McNeil ML, Quilter CM, Mueller AC. Reliability and responsiveness of stride variability in gait. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Kimberley TJ, Samargia S, Moore L, Pettersson J. Comparison of the type and amount of activities in a clinical practice between patients with CVA and TBI. (University of Minnesota)

Kneeskern K, Osowski M, Thomforde A, Vohs R, Cieminski C, Neimuth P, Schmitt J. Risk factors for lower extremity overuse injuries among female collegiate athletes. (College of St. Catherine)

Krause DA, Jacobs RS, Pilger KE, Sather BR, Sibunka SP, Hollman JH. Electromyographical analysis of the gluteus medius in weight-bearing exercises. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Mundfrom S, Perkins A, Poepping J, Prochaska K, Borich M, Kimberley TJ. The effect of a five-day RTMS treatment in focal hand dystonia. (University of Minnesota)

Rindflesch AB, Ludeman JR, Petro JL, Webster TE, Dunfee HJ. Student description of factors contributing to A quality clinical experience in physical therapy: a qualitative study. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Sadowy AM, Bergeson AE, Finseth DL, Hagener KM, Johnson HL, Hollman JH. Development of a pelvic muscle coordination scale: Observation and measurement of pelvic floor muscle neuromuscular control. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Youdas JW, Haeflinger KM, Halbur MK, Holloway AM, Kramer CM, Hollman JH. The effectiveness of two proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching techniques in subjects with reduced hamstring muscle length (HML). (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Youdas JW, Hoffarth BL, Kohlwey SR, Kramer CM,  Petro JL. Assessment of peer teaching among Doctor of Physical Therapy students during human gross anatomy. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

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FALL 2007

Lampi A. The Efficacy of Body Weight Support Treadmill Training for Improving Gait Function in Individuals Post-Stroke: A Literature Review. (College of St. Scholastica)

Lindstrom D, Hellyer N. Case Report as Poster. (MN APTA Research Committee)

Krause D. Snapping Popliteus Tendon Syndrome in a 21-year-old Female Runner. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

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SPRING 2007

Austria S, Davis R, Day D, Huntzinger J, Lee N, Sonntag C, Gilchrist L, Ness K. Strength, functional capacity, and mobility among young adult survivors of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and age gender matched controls. (College of St. Catherine)

Bogard C, Anderson H, Hector E, Peterson H, Squier R, Hollman J. Effects of auditory stimulation on walking in people with Parkinson's disease. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Brown M, Drees D, Fett C, Lorence J, Wayne K, Neimuth P. The use of screening tests as predictors of pelvifemoral malalignment in patients with back or knee pain. (College of St. Catherine)

Buchele R. Patellar tendon rupture after total knee arthroplasty: Case report. (Waseca Medical Center)

Goihl M, Moore N, Nelson J, Wick D, Hellyer N. Perceived community barriers in a population with SCI:  A comparison of the CHIEF and ICF environmental instruments. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Hollman J, Beckman B, Brandt R, Merriwether E, Williams R, Nordrum J. Minimal detectable change in gait velocity during acute rehabilitation following hip fracture. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Krause D, Himmerick R, Stypulkowski L, Smith J, Hollman J. The relationship between hip rotation range of motion and hip position. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Lindstrom D. Physical therapy management following surgical correction of flatfoot deformity in an adolescent male athlete: A case report.  (College of St. Catherine)

Marcellus M, Matheson J, Duoos B. The relationship between leg strength and pitching speed in high school collegiate baseball pitchers. (Therapy Partners)

Olmscheid R, Hellyer N, Sieck G. The effects of neuregulin and electrical stimulation on protein synthesis and intracellular signaling proteins in C-2 & C-12 myotubes. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Rindflesch A, Childs B, Gagas L, Kinlaw D, Sorenson C, Vandenberg J. The experiences of patients participating in hand rehabilitation. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Schmidt J, Cieminski C, Erickson M, German T, Plahn A, Trigg E, Tripp L, Neimuth P. Risk factors for patellofemoral pain among females. (College of St. Catherine)

Weddle M. Exercise resonance: The experience of women who adopt exercise after age 50. (College of St. Catherine)

Wood K, Foertsch B, Wottreng B, Hellyer N. High incidence of cardiac medication prescription in patients with stroke:  Implications for physical therapists’ pharmacology education. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Youdas J, Guck B, Hebrink R, Rugotzke J, Hollman J, Madson T. An electromyographic analysis of the abdominal crunch, side bridge, supine double-leg thrust and ad-slide exercises.  Implications for rehabilitation and training. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

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FALL 2006

Blackford JE, Carey RS, Dalton RE, Lowe DA. Estrogen replacement, physical activity, and body mass in aged mice following natural ovarian failure.

Killough JLF. Validity of a new fall risk screen.

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SPRING 2006

Carlson T, Leloup B, Cahn L. A pilot study of forced use movement therapy for individuals with stroke

Chau P, Haugland L, Moore M, Omodt J. Strength examination and occurrence of osteoporosis risk factors among female faculty and staff at a women's college.

Dorn C, Busch BP, Laux LA, Fey AJ, Hassett DR, Ludewig PM. The role of the trapezius in controlling three-dimensional clavicular and scapular movement.

Ginos B, Hollman JH, Kozuchowski J, Vaughan AS. Relationships between hip muscle strength, hip muscle activation, and lower extremity alignment in single limb support.

Heinzmann K. Muscle energy techniques.

Johnson S, Goldstein S, Lahr L, Larson L, Gilchrist L. Physical therapy interventions for painful diabetic neuropathy: A systematic review.

Linbo R, Hollman JH, Kovash FM, Kubik JJ. Age-related differences in spatiotemporal measures of gait stability during dual task walking.

Longtin D. Bal-a-vis-X.

Marden-Lokken S, Killough J. Effects of backward walking training on neuromuscular efficiency in gait in an individual, post-stroke.

McQuilkin B, Krause DK, Loedermeir KM, Schmidt M, Hollman JH. The effects of acute stretching on muscle performance as measured by isokinetic testing.

Norstad B, Youdas JW, Mraz MT, Schinke JJ, Hollman JH. Differences in hip abductor muscle performance between men and women after 60 seconds of resisted sidestepping using an elastic band.

Ogston J. Diagnostic accuracy of commonly used shoulder examinations for identifying patients with superior glenohumeral labral tears.

Olmscheid R, North F, Nardinger AL, Takahashi PY. Use of a laser pointer and mirror feedback to demonstrate the benefits of gait aids.

Schlekeway J, Hellyer NJ, Park EW, Mantilla, Sieck GC. Diaphragm muscle protein ubiquitination following unilateral denervation.

Whitthuhn, S. Healthy back lifestyle instruction for middle school students.

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FALL 2005

No posters presented

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SPRING 2005

Aalbers MJ, Ahrenholz HN, Aten RA, Cremers JJ, Hollman JH, Youdas JW. A comparison of the effectiveness of the conventional method of measuring gait parameters to the Gaitrite® Analysis System. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Donovan MM, Finnie SB, Spreeman CE, Smith J, Krause DA, Hellyer NA. Effect of Pilates training on transversus abdominal performance: A randomized controlled trial. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Gastler HL, Lohr KJ, Gilchrist LS. Relationship of pain and function in patients with cancer. (College of St. Catherine)

Harry J, Ingman MS, Beck B, Crosby L, Czech P, Schroeder J. The reliability of sensation testing in subjects with incomplete spinal cord lesions. (College of St. Catherine)

Haugland L. Effect of interferential current electrical stimulation on pain in an individual with a synovial cyst of the lumbar facet joint: A case report. (College of St. Catherine)

Hitchcock JR, Hoyme GJ, Johnson U, Youdas JW, Hollman JH. A comparison of the hamstring and quadriceps femoris EMG in men and women during a single-legged squat on both a steady and labile surface. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Kaiser AP, Kohler RM, Lloyd AS, Lunden JP, Cieminski CJ, Ludewig PM. Three-dimensional kinematic analysis of movement at the acomioclicular joint during active scapular plane abduction. (University of Minnesota)

Kolbeck KE, Hitchcock JL, Koverman JW, Hollman JH. Correlation between hip muscle performance and foot pronation. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Mason AT, Scifres VA, Stafford ED, Hollman JH. Relationship of contraction velocity to electromyographic activity in the upper extremity with weight lifting. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Niemuth PE, Schmitt JS, O'Donnell D. The frequency of diagnoses of musculoskeletal disorders in outpatient physical therapy clinics. (College of St. Catherine)

Petrich S, O'Connor J, Ambroz C, Rivera S, Schmitt JS. Analysis of risk factors for chronic neck pain. (College of St. Catherine)

Reynolds E. Case report: Physical therapy intervention for an elderly woman with a history of diabetic peripheral neuropathy and multiple falls. (College of St. Catherine)

Ritter S, Moore M. The relationship between lateral ankle sprain and ankle tendonitis in ballet dancers: A theoretical position paper. (College of St. Catherine)

Simenson LA, Sorenson ML, Swanson NM, Tufts AC, Schmitt JS, Niemuth PE, Cieminski CJ. Risk factors for lower extremity overuse injuries among female athletes. (College of St. Catherine)

Spangler LL, Eichenwald Maki S, Wapola J. Utilizing an electronic medical record in the interdisciplinary education of health professions students. (College of St. Scholastica)

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FALL 2004

Erickson AE, Hellyer NJ, Zahn WC, Sieck GC. AKT activity as a marker of muscle hypertrophy. (Minnesota State University, Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Freehill MQ, Hamilton L, Hutter A, Mansur C, Millikin BM, Buss DD. Efficacy of in-season rotator cuff training program in amateur pitchers: Correlation with pitch performance. (Sports and Orthopaedic Specialists, PA)

Khandekar G, Malcolm M, Triggs W, Fritz S, Light K. Modulation of muscle representations in the primary motor cortex following constraint induced movement therapy. (University of Florida, Gainesville)

Kimberley TJ, Skraba LL, Spencer JA, Van Gorp EA, Walker SR. Imagery in severe hemiparesis: A study with functional MRI. (University of Minnesota)

Kinlaw D. Rehabilitation after elbow flexorplasty free gracilis muscle transfers: A case study.

Ogston J, Estenson G, Johannson J, Meixell I, Norgaard K, Simonson E. Prevention of shoulder injuries in overhead sports. (College of St. Scholastica)

Ogston J, Ludewig P. Differences in three-dimensional shoulder kinematics between persons with multidirectional instability and asymptomatic controls. (St. Mary's Duluth Clinic, University of Minnesota)

Steele J, Greer K, Grunewald T, Wiemiller J, Carey J. Primary motor cortex activity during precision movement vs. simple movement of the index finger. (University of Minnesota)

Youdas J, Kotajarvi B, Padgett D, Kauffman K. Partial weight-bearing gait using conventional assistive devices. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

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SPRING 2004

Archambault TA, Bock MM, Cogley RM, Feberger JF. Comparison of push-up hand position on muscle activation of the triceps brachii and pectoralis major muscle groups. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Bak S, Belanger HL, Droogsma MR, Mehrwerth NI, Harry JK, Ingman MS. An investigation of sensation changes as a result of FES with a leg cycle ergometer in a subject with traumatic SCI: A case study. (College of St. Catherine, Sister Kenny Institute)

Borich MR, Bright JM, Lorello DJ, Buisman T, Ludewig PM. Scapular motion in cases of shoulder rotation tightness. (University of Minnesota)

DeHaan L, Ehrenberg T, Gross L, Magembe C, Moore M. Factors leading to shoulder impingement in string musicians: A pilot study. (College of St. Catherine)

Denk K, Nagappan M, Becker C, Coleman K, Gilchrist L. Use of technology induced movement to improve upper extremity function in spastic tetraplegic cerebral palsy: A case study. (College of St. Catherine, Enhanced Mobility Technologies)

Droogsma MR. Cruising as an effective PT intervention to improve function in a child diagnosed with developmental delay: A case study. (College of St. Catherine)

Flann EM, Hermann AJ, Irwin PE. Active versus passive pre-positioning in target-point tasks. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Froehling L, Berquist B, Kreiger R. Non-surgical shoulder pain patients: Physical therapy management and outcomes. (Sister Kenny Sports and Physical Therapy Center, Allina Hospitals and Clinics)

Govrik G, Michalitsch L, Topel T, Sisola S. Defining and developing leadership as a component of clinical practice for physical therapists. (College of St. Catherine)

Karsjens AL, Kelly ML, Lam JP. The relationship between quadriceps muscle performance and the ability to complete a chair-stand test in healthy older adults. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Loder EF, Moldenhauer JL, Paulsen CR. Functional testing of the hip abductors in healthy individuals. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Mehrwerth NI. Pelvic floor muscle training: A method of treating stress urinary incontinence: A case report. (College of St. Catherine)

Niemuth PE, Hoyme JA, Sell KA, Schmitt JS. The frequency of diagnoses of musculoskeletal disorders in outpatient PT clinics. (College of St. Catherine, Institute for Athletic Medicine, Orthopaedic Sports, Inc.)

Peterson JL, Peterson MM, Schaan IJ. Stoop versus squat lift: An electromyographic study. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Savard LS. Clinical outcomes and professional benefits derived from telerehabilitation consultations. (Sister Kenny Institute)

Tenbrink JD, Wacek KA. The effects of a four-week balance training program on a single limb stance time. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Wise D. How practicing physical therapists identify and resolve ethical dilemmas. (College of St. Scholastica)

Wise D, Jensen I, Carrigan D. Physical therapists' experiences in China. (College of St. Scholastica)

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FALL 2003

No posters presented

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SPRING 2003

Blommel S, Coney L, Depster E, Franko A, Schmitt J, Weddle M. Development and pilot testing of a survey to describe older adults' beliefs about falls.

Coleman K, Harry J. Effect of intervention using a prototype technology induced movement (TIM) system on lower extremity function in a patient with chronic hemiplegia.

Goedjen P, Laska PE, Sime RF. A descriptive study on the impact of mild to moderate stroke on patient outcomes as assessed by the stroke impact scale.

Hoefert J. Biofeedback in addition to Kegel exercises and bladder retraining in the treatment of a patient with symptoms of mixed urinary incontinence and leakage following urination.

Holmes A. Effects of managed care on physical therapist clinical decision-making and patient outcomes: A survey of Minnesota physical therapists.

Johnson E, Helm J, Aune R, Kern J. The relationship of pain and function in cancer patients.

Laska P. Using neurodevelopmental treatment to enable a child to explore their developing world: A single subject case study.

Moore M, Thieman T, Weddle M. Predicting academic, clinical and licensure exam performance in an entry-level master's degree program in physical therapy.

Oelkers J, Brown-Zarling T, Johnson C, Winter J, Omodt J, Dowdal-Osborn A. Recommendations for muscle strength examination in four PT practice settings.

Palmer J, Marron P, Sohler K, Van Natta R. The relationship between participation in a master of physical therapy program and student fitness levels: A pilot study.

Peterson K, Paddock KL, Saether EE, Shebeck MS, Soiney EK, Ludewig PM. Three-dimensional scapular kinematics throughout the throwing motion.

Ritter S. West Nile Virus: A case study.

Schmitz S, Hoefert J, Lundberg A, Loomis N. The subtle Trendelenburg test as a clinical measurement of hip abductor strength: A reliability and validity measure.

Thielbar S, Tracy JL, Sellheim DO, Weddle M. Educational outcomes of physical therapy students doing pro bono community service.

Van Natta R. Rehabilitation following fasciotomy to correct acute forearm compartment syndrome.

Weightman M, Peterson M, Lojovich J, Wainio M. Validity and responsiveness of clinical balance measures in persons with traumatic brain injury.

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FALL 2002

No posters presented

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SPRING 2002

Anderson RL. C-Leg: The next step in prosthetics. (Anoka-Ramsey Community College)

Beckwirth KR, Campbell KC, Deleff JL, DeWeese BA. Changes in hamstring muscle extensibility following self-stretch and active exercise. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Dooley SK, Dornfeld KJ, Greenbaum EM, Gilchrist LS. The perceived need for physical assistance training of informal caregivers: A pilot study. (College of St. Catherine)

Erikson KN, Forsgren MA, Gervase MC, Groves JV. Comparison of EMG activity of upper and lower segments of the rectus abdominus muscle during select abdominal exercises. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

Fahey M, Kappen S, Pike K, Schwendinger J. Normal values for plantarflexor strength using the standing heel-rise test. (College of St. Catherine)

Kappell H, Joos C. Sympathetic therapy system. (Anoka-Ramsey Community College)

Payne G, Welshinger P. Neural flossing. (Anoka-Ramsey Community College)

Sansom JK, Gilchrist LS. Reliability and validity of the shoulder pain and disability index (SPADI) for women with shoulder problems. (College of St. Catherine)

Sellheim DO. The influence of physical therapy faculty beliefs and conceptions of teaching and learning on instructional methods. (College of St. Catherine)

Staker JL, Swetkovich RP, Tanner JR, Thompson IA. A description of scapular position during elevation of the humerus in the scapular plane. (Mayo School of Health Sciences)

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FALL 2001

No posters presented

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SPRING 2001

Clobes SM, Halverson LS, Michaelson JL, Borstad J, Ludewig PM. Shoulder motion during a weight raise and transfer in asymptomatic individuals. (University of Minnesota)

Evenson CJ, Gibson JA, Helmin JJ, Kotilinek SR. Analysis of current pediatric assessment tools: A pilot study of the utilization of the Scales of Independent Behavior-Revised (SIB-R) as an outcome measure in a rehabilitation facility. (College of St. Catherine)

Omodt JR, Calverley NL, Dowdal-Osborn AT, Swanson KM, Tasson SL. National survey results of physical therapists on the clinical application of manual muscle testing. (College of St. Catherine)

Osowski E, Hammer M, Meschke S, Rundquist PJ, Ludewig PM. Evaluation of exercises that activate the serratus anterior and upper trapezius. (University of Minnesota)

Savard L. Telerehabilitation: Providing therapy at a distance. (Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Services)

Toyli S, Swenson M, Gilchrist L, Coleman K. Enhance your practice: Evaluating physical therapy literature. (MN APTA Research Committee)

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