The Effects of Local Vibration on Balance, Power, and Self-Reported Pain After Exercise.

Context: Muscle fatigue and acute muscle soreness occur after exercise. Application of a local vibration intervention may reduce the consequences of fatigue and soreness.

Objective: To examine the effects of a local vibration intervention after a bout of exercise on balance, power, and self-reported pain.

Biomechanical muscle stimulation and active-assisted cycling improves active range of motion in individuals with Parkinson's disease.

Background: Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurological disorder which often results in joint rigidity, bradykinesia and decreased range of motion (ROM). Segmental biomechanical muscle stimulation (BMS) can increase ROM in healthy young adults. However, acute effects on ROM in PD have not been examined.

The acute effects of local vibration therapy on ankle sprain and hamstring strain injuries.

Aims: The purpose of this study was to determine if biomechanical muscle stimulation (BMS) applied directly to different segments of the body using the Swisswing device results in acute improvements in range of motion and perceived stiffness in physically active adults with acute or subacute ankle sprain and hamstring strain injuries.

Methods: Two separate groups of individuals with grade I or II ankle sprain (n = 5; 21.2 +/- 1.

National athletic trainers' association position statement: management of the athlete with type 1 diabetes mellitus.

Objective: To present recommendations for the certified athletic trainer in the management of type 1 diabetes in the athlete.

Background: In managing diabetes, the most important goal is to keep blood glucose levels at or as close to normal levels as possible without causing hypoglycemia. This goal requires the maintenance of a delicate balance among hypoglycemia, euglycemia, and hyperglycemia, which is often more challenging in the athlete due to the demands of physical activity and competition.

Spondylolysis: a review and treatment approach.

Low back pain, specifically "spondylo" conditions, has traditionally been misunderstood and often times ill-treated. A thorough understanding of the function of pars interarticularis and its relationship to the entire vertebral unit and low back health are essential for successful treatment and rehabilitation outcomes. Lifestyle awareness and controlled progression through the inflammation, stabilization, strength, and functional rehabilitation phases provide primary guidance for patients.

A case study on osteoporosis in a male athlete: looking beyond the usual suspects.

After presenting with chronic low back pain, a male track athlete was diagnosed with bilateral lysis at L5, slight listhesis at L5 on S1; asymmetrical lysis at L4; and right L5/S1 disc bulge with minimal S1 nerve root contact. Conservative treatment was chosen. After participating in a bone density pilot study using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) investigating alcohol consumption patterns in intercollegiate athletes, he was diagnosed with osteopenia and osteoporosis in his lumbar spine.

Bone health in athletes. Factors and future considerations.

In response to the call for research prompted by declaration of the Bone and Joint Decade, many aspects of bone health have been investigated. Areas of bone health of particular relevance to athletics are the cause and prevention of fractures and osteoporosis. Athletes are at risk for significant injury if bone mineral density values are less than optimal.

Sociocultural Learning Theory in Practice: Implications for Athletic Training Educators.

OBJECTIVE: To discuss cognitive and sociocultural learning theory literature related to athletic training instructional and evaluation strategies while providing support for the application of these practices in the didactic and clinical components of athletic training education programs. DATA SOURCES: We searched Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) and Education Abstracts from 1975-2001 using the key words social cognitive, sociocultural learning theory, constructivism, and athletic training education. Current literature in the fields of educational psychology and athletic training education provides the foundation for applying theory to practice with specific emphasis on the theoretic framework and application of sociocultural learning theory strategies in athletic training education.