This collection includes capstone projects submitted by students who have earned a Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics, Master of Science in Coaching and Athletic Administration, or a Master of Science in Exercise Science at Concordia University, St. Paul.

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Theses/Capstones from 2023

The influence of 12-weeks of shod or barefoot strength and conditioning training on strength, agility, and speed: a comparison study., Marshal Paul

The Potential of Virtual Reality to Improve the Quality of Life for People with Phantom Limb Pain (NON-THESIS), Grace Paxton

The Influence of Static and Dynamic Stretching on the Performance of an Elite Volleyball Hitter, Sarah E Pegram

Idiopathic Toe Walking Treatment Methods, Eva Perry

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Functional Outcomes of the Graduated Length Prosthetic Protocol for Bilateral Transfemoral Amputee Prosthetic Rehabilitation, Mackenzie Pipes

The Effects of a College Off-season Squat Program on Strength Adaptations: Ascending Pyramid Method vs. Traditional Set Method, Justyce Pollitt

Music Genre Selection on Enjoyment and Performance in CrossFit Athletes, Nicole Portnoy

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Comparison of the accuracy of the BodyMetrixTM Ultrasound three-site and seven-site body fat percentage tests in active females, Paige Prestigiacomo

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Investigation of Permanent Tattoos to Increase Myoelectric Signal Connectivity in Prosthetics, Guy Pugh

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The recruitment and retention of high school sport officials in Minnesota: An Exploratory Analysis, Zack Qual

What is the Best Course of Treatment for Patients Diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Arianna Renteria

Optimal Training Practices for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Strategies from Grappling Disciplines, Benito Romagnoli

Psychological Outcomes Of Amputees With Van Nes Rotationplasty Procedure, Allison Sauvola

The effect of Instagram fitness influencers on young adult women’s personal gym experiences, Bailey Schmidt

Age of Access to Strength Training Relative to Injury in Sport, Jake Schofield

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Declining Participation in Youth Sports and Its Contributing Factors, Aaron Shackle

The effects of coaching and leadership styles on youth athletes and their motivation: An Exploratory Analysis, Kristopher Skersick

The Impact of Video Technology use on Athletes and Coaches Performance, Jacob Staloch

Limitless: Are we hurting our female pitchers? Does an imposed pitch count limit for women's windmill pitchers decrease incidence of upper extremity injury?, Lauren Taylor

Safety Comparison Between Microprocessor Knees and non-Microprocessor Knees Through Stair and Ramp Negotiation for Above-Knee Amputee Prosthetic Wearers, Keegan Tountas

Training Guideline and Application of Accentuated Eccentric Loading in Plyometric and Jump Training, Dante Tran

Improved Shoulder Flexion in Older Women Following an 8-Week Daily Exercise Program on a 36-Inch Foam Roller, Jill Treacy

Analysis of Orthosis Materials in Treatment of Symptoms of Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD), Alexander Trendle

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The Effect of Long Covid Syndrome on Physical Activity, Patrisha Hanna Villarmea

A PROPOSED STUDY OF THE EFFECTS OF A MOISTURIZING PRODUCT ON DRY DIABETIC FEET, Eryn Vincent

WALKING TRAINING-ORTHOTICS OR EARLY ASSITIVE DEVICES? OUTCOME MEASURES OF WALKING CAPACITY AND PERFORMANCE OF CHILDREN WITH MYELOMENINGOCELE, Sydney Virgin

The Effects of Cardiovascular Exercise on a Female's Mood during Menstruation, Taylor Vistad

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Professional Experience at Farmington High School, Jacob Vorhies

FUNCTIONAL LIGHTWEIGHT LOW PROFILE SOCKET DESIGN FOR SYME’S AMPUTEES, Julie Wilkinson

Is there an association between sarcopenia-related weakness and urinary incontinence measured by the QUID?, Emily Wong

The relationship between sleep, stress, and performance measured by vertical jump height in high school aged kids, Austin Youngmark

Achieving a Sweat-less Prosthetic Design, Kelly Yun

Theses/Capstones from 2022

Comparative effects of Fascial Stretch Therapy versus passive stretching on glenohumeral joint dysfunction and pain: A randomized controlled trial, Jordan Kuhn