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St. Augustine, Summer 2018

This collection gathers research posters presented at the Summer 2018 Research Day on the St. Augustine, FL, campus of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Students and faculty members collaborated on these poster presentations.

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Complicated Rehabilitation Status Post Total Knee Arthroplasty for a 26 Year Old Female Presenting with Psychosocial Dysfunction: A Case Report

Lindsey Atkins and David Kempfert

The purpose of this case report is to look at the post-TKA surgical outcomes of a 26-year-old patient who had multiple variables that increases the risk for poor outcomes.
Shock and Awe: Functional Strength Training to Improve Balance and Function in a Patient Post Electrocution

Amanda K. Boone and Anne H. Boddy

The purpose of this case study is to study the effects of functional strength training rehabilitation in a patient post electrocution suffering from a concurrent stroke.
Combined Dry Needling and CCFT Biofeedback Training for a Fireman with a Two-Month History of Cervicogenic Headaches: A Case Report

Jared Commander and Jim Viti

The purpose of this case report is to show that by combining the use of the CCFT as an exercise and trigger point dry needling, clinicians can effect significant improvement in their patients.
Hip, Pop, OA: Successful Treatment of Hip Osteoarthritis with Sustained Stretches and Thrust Manipulation

Leah Fifelski and John Layne

The purpose of this poster is to show the effects of manual therapy, in the form of grade IV sustained stretches and thrust manipulations, on a patient with hip OA.
Effects of Dry Cupping Therapy on a 56-year-old Female Patient Post Haglund’s Deformity Surgery: A Case Report

Jordan Gaillard and David Kempfert

The purpose of this case report was to determine the effects of dry cupping therapy on a 56-year-old female patient who had Haglund’s deformity surgery.
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome-Hypermobility Type: Can We Use Physical Therapy Manipulation?

Greg Kareis and Lindsay Perry

The purpose of this case is to describe the clinical treatment plan for a patient diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome hypermobility type and determine the benefits of low grade physical therapy manipulation as an intervention.
It’s Not Supposed To Hurt: Pelvic Floor Soft Tissue Massage and Vaginal Dilator Implementation

Kaila Klibert and Lisa Chase

The purpose of this case report is to show the effectiveness of pelvic floor manual therapy implemented via the use of internal and external soft tissue massage as well as the use of vaginal dilators.
Canalith-Repositioning Maneuvers and Balance Interventions on a Patient with Multiple-Canal BPPV: A Case Study

Nicole Knights and Kerry C. Mallini

The purpose of this case report is to demonstrate using canalith-repositioning maneuvers and balance training as interventions to reduce vertigo and improve balance and gait in a patient with multiple-canal BPPV.
Scapulothoracic Stabilization to Reduce Cervical Pain and Headaches: A Case Report

Bethany June Law and Shannon Logan

The purpose of this case report was to describe the outcomes of a scapular stabilization program in an adult female with cervical neck pain and headaches.
Effects of LSVT Big Concepts on Patients with Low Back Pain and a Concomitant Diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease

Alana McKinney and Erica Kiernan

The purpose of this case report is to identify the effects of LSVT Big concepts on low back pain in individuals with Parkinson's Disease classified as stage I on the Hoehnand Yahrscale.
Therapeutic Exercise and Vibration Training for a Military Veteran Mimicking Relapse-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis

Lauren Elizabeth Miller and Laurie Shimko

The purpose of this case report is to describe the combination of therapeutic exercise and vibration training to improve stair navigation for a patient with mimicking RRMS.
Elbow Joint Manipulation and Exercise for Post-Operative Medial Epicondylectomy: A Case Report

Kelsey Newman and Eric Chaconas

The purpose of this case report is to describe joint manipulation and exercise progressions post-medial epicondylectomy.
Application of Forced Use in a Traditional Acute Hospital Setting with a 77-Year-Old Female Post Left CVA

Jimmie Parten and Anne H. Boddy

The purpose of this case report is to look at the positive outcomes following the application of forced use physical therapy techniques in the traditional acute hospital setting with a 77-year-old female post left CVA.
Post-Surgical Resection of T7-10 AV Malformation Mimics Brown-Sequard: A Case Report

Lindsey Pauley and Lisa Chase

The purpose of this case study is to describe the methods of treatment and outcomes for a patient with a thoracic AVM presenting with spinal cord symptoms mimicking Brown-Sequard syndrome, by focusing on the primary impairments and improving functional mobility.
Marfan Syndrome, It Doesn’t Have to be a Pain in the Back

Carolyn Sims and Jim Viti

The purpose of this study is to describe a rehabilitation program for low back pain in an individual with Marfan syndrome and surgical history of aortic root repair with mechanical aortic valve replacement (AVR) and Harrington rod placement to correct spinal scoliosis.
Effect of Comprehensive Physical Therapy on a 25-Year-Old Pregnant Female with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome: A Case Report

Maryann Tadros and Amanda Grant

The purpose of this case report is to examine the benefits of multifaceted physical therapy interventions in a pregnant adult female with EDS.
Joint Mobilizations and Paraplegia: A Curious Pairing

Preston Tam and Matthew L. Daugherty

The purpose of this case report is to explore the effectiveness of joint mobilizations at the knee on gait and pain in a patient with ambulatory paraplegia.