MOVEMENT SCIENCE, SPORT & LEISURE STUDIES DEPARTMENT
STUDENT PRESENTERS
Organized By Presentation Subject Material
DANIEL ARENS '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
Mental Health and Development in Relation to Participation in Youth Sport
Youth sport has long been looked at as a way to keep children active and healthy, as well as helping to develop fine and gross motor skills. Current research is beginning to show new data that participation in youth sport has a tremendous positive impact on children's mental health and happiness as well as later in life moving into adolescence and adulthood.
NICHOLAS ASKINS '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI): The Prevalence of FAI in Ice Hockey Athletes
The aim of this presentation is to show the prevalence of FAI in ice hockey athletes of all ages. A deeper look will be taken into why FAI is an issue, how it occurs, and what can be done moving forward to prevent them from occurring.
KIM CARTER '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
Emotional and Behavioral Effects Music Therapy Has When Used as A Treatment for Dementia Patients
Dementia is a progressive and degenerating disease, but a key brain area where music memory is stored is preserved and left undamaged. Using music therapy as a treatment helps to produce the brains uplifting chemicals in dementia patients which ultimately improves cognition, mood, movement and quality of life.
MAKAYLA CAMPELO '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Impact of Exercise on Depression
This poster looks into many different aspects of mental health and exercise, including types of exercise, population, and types of depression. With the use of many different studies, this presentation demonstrates the idea of exercise is medicine and hopefully can bring to light this less common treatment option.
KAYLA CASTELLANO '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
Ulnar Collateral Ligament tears, which treatment method is most effective?
This project looks further into the options of repair, whether its surgical or nonsurgical. It also looks into the rehabilitation process.
NICKOLAS CHAMBERS '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE CON SPORTS MEDICINE
The effects of Virtual Reality on children and adults with cerebral palsy
I researched whether on not virtual reality can be used in a clinical setting to improve motor development and motor function in patients with Cerebral palsy. Based on my findings virtual reality is a viable tool to add to rehabilitation techniques.
COLLIN DEBARBER '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
Prognosis of Glenoid Labral Tears in Collegiate and Professional Football Players
In my research my goal was to provide an overview and prognosis of glenoid labral tears in collegiate and professional football players. What I concluded from my research is that football players are at a higher risk than the average person for developing a labral tear, that blocking and tackling positions are at a higher risk for labral tear, that posterior tears are the most common type of labral tear, that re-injury is a high risk especially in those who have had prior labral repair, that return-to-play rates are relatively high post-injury and post-operative, and that surgical intervention provides the best patient outcomes in terms of injury management.
ALEXANDRIA DOTIWALLA '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Benefits of Pediatric Prosthetics
This project is based on pediatric amputee patients, and the benefits that prosthetics can provide to them. Medical care procedures and statistics are included within this research.
SEAN GOSLIN '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
Second Impact Syndrome in contact sports and non-athletic populations
My research Highlights second impact syndrome and it’s occurrence in both contact sports and non-athletic populations. This research presents a view specifically looking at how second impact syndrome occurs after an initial concussive force and how it affects the patient.
ALEXANDER KALESNIK '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
Diagnosis and Treatment of Low Back Pain
RIANNA LAFLECHE '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Effect of Mirror Therapy on Post Stroke Patients
This presentation will discuss current research on the effects of mirror therapy in patients who have experienced a stroke. Mirror therapy positively impacts the recovery of movement in upper and lower limbs suffering paralysis due to a stroke.
NICOLE LAPOINTE '21
MAJOR: SPORTS MEDICINE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Effects of Physical Activity on Adults with Clinical Depression
The focus of this presentation is to show the effects of physical activity on adults who suffer from clinical depression. The research on depression and exercise shows that both the physical and the mental benefits of physical activity will assist in improving an individual’s mood, overall decreasing their symptoms of depression.
LINA LARK '22
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Effects of Physical Activity on Mental Health and Wellbeing
Mental health and wellbeing have been prevalent throughout time along with various methods to improve it. In this project I will hone in on the effectiveness of physical activity as a method for improvement.
HOLLY LARSON '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Effects of Physical Therapy on Adults with Spinal Stenosis
My presentation displays the effects of physical therapy on adult patients diagnosed with spinal stenosis. Research supports patients with spinal stenosis will improve their pain level and body function when engaged in physical therapy.
JULIANNA MCGOVERN '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE-SPORTS MEDICINE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
Understanding Chronic Back Pains' Physical and Psychological effect and Applying Interventions and Treatment
There are many different causes of chronic back pain, but with populations on the rise with this problem it is important to understand the interventions and treatments that allow patients relief and a better quality of life. For example, there is significant research that supports exercise and cognitive-behavioral therapy as positive interventions and treatments for chronic back pain.
LINDSEY MCGRATH '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE-SPORTS MEDICINE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Benefits of Exercise on Mental Health
My project focuses on the benefits of physical exercise on mental health. In my research I found there are many benefits to physical exercise on mental health to help improve, as opposed to use of alternatives like medication.
TAYLOR WILSON '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Effects of Exercise on Dementia
This presentation will explore the effects that exercise has on patients suffering with dementia. With early onset dementia, consistent exercise has shown to have positive results on delaying the progression of the disease.
ASIA TAYLOR '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Impact of Exercise Rehabilitation on Substance Abuse
This project will focus on the benefits for a person who suffers from past or current substance abuse. Focusing on exactly how the exercise rehabilitation process will help with damage already done to the body or help stop the urge of future use.
AMANDA R. SAUCIER '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Effects of Implementing Structured and Unstructured Physical Activity Sessions in Youth
At most schools today, recess is an unstructured period of time when kids are encouraged to engage in physical activity and social interaction. There are many who support the idea of a structured recess, because in doing so, it provides various benefits for children in their motor development and overall health.
KATHERINE PRINCE '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The effects of Resistance Training on the health of older adults
The purpose of the research was to see the effects of resistance training on older individuals and if it positively effected their lives. The research shows that it not only helps their physical health but it also has a positive effect on mental health as well.
KYLE PAYNTER '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Effects Concussions Have on Athletes Cognitive/Mental Health
This presentation will provide information on the short and long term effects that concussions have on the cognitive/mental health of athletes. Also, it will give information on how to better handle these athletes who have sustained a concussion.
MORGAN MURPHY '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE CON: PREVENTIVE HEALTH & PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
Health Benefits Associated with a Plant-Based Diet
Having a nutritious diet packed with vitamins and nutrients is one of the most important aspects of contributing to maximal human functioning and overall health. In this study, the benefits associated with the change to a plant-based diet (PBD) are expanded upon and validated through the findings of multiple researchers and positive correlations through a database search
RYAN MORAIS '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE, SPORTS MEDICINE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
What role does long-term physical activity play in reducing the occurrence of chronic disease such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes?
In my poster, I determine how great of a role long-term physical activity plays in chronic disease prevention and also as a form of treatment. In doing this, I discuss multiple studies that draw conclusions from long-term data samples that illustrate what role physical activity plays in cancer, heart disease, and diabetic prognosises.
SARAH MEUNIER '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE & HEALTH SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The Impacts and Implications of COVID-19 on Healthcare Workers
Healthcare workers and organizations are facing unprecedented challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to higher levels of stress, depression and anxiety. However, new evidence shows that much can be done to counteract the negative consequences.
OLIVIA WRIGHT '21
MAJOR: MOVEMENT SCIENCE
FACULTY SPONSOR: PROFESSOR LYNN PANTUOSCO-HENSCH, MOVEMENT SCIENCE
The effect of resistance training on the muscular strength of the elderly.
Resistance training has not always been perceived as a beneficial recommendation in daily exercise programs and rehabilitation of the elderly population. This current research focuses on the positive effects that resistance training has presented on muscular strength in the elderly.