We are excited to be selected as a clinical site for a HEAL NIH study https://heal.nih.gov/, looking at reducing opioid use in chronic low back pain patients. If you have chronic low back pain patients who are using opioids, they could qualify for this study.
STUDY 1
Multimodal mechanical stimulation reduces acute and chronic low back pain
To evaluate the effectiveness of multimodal mechanical stimulation therapy on low back pain.
Citation: Baxter AL, Thrasher A, Etnoyer-Slaski JL, Cohen, LL. Multimodal mechanical stimulation reduces acute and chronic low back pain: Pilot data from HEAL phase 1 study. Frontiers in Pain Research. 2023. 4:1114633 doi: 10.3389/fpain.2023.1114633
STUDY 2
The effect of a mobile health App on treatment adherence and revenue at physical health clinics: a retrospective record review.
This study aims to test the effectiveness of patients using an app to complement their care plan rather than not using one.
Citation: Topp R, Greenstein J, Etnoyer-Slaski J. The effect of a mobile health App on treatment adherence and revenue at physical health clinics: a retrospective record review. JMIR Rehabil Assist Technol. 2023 Mar 5. doi: 10.2196/43507. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36889337.
STUDY 3
Heart rate response and flexibility following single bout of training using a seated elliptical trainer among younger and older adults
The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of a 30-minute activity session using a seated elliptical trainer on heart rate response, knee and ankle range of motion and satisfaction among older and younger adults.
Citation: Topp R, Etnoyer-Slaski J, & Greenstein J. Heart rate response and flexibility following single bout of training using a seated elliptical trainer among younger and older adults” Clinical Nursing Research. 2022; DOI: 10.1177/10547738221141390/
STUDY 4
Effect of a Mobile Health App on Adherence to Physical Health Treatment
This study aims to compare adherence to prescribed physical health treatment among patients attending a chiropractic and rehabilitation clinic who did and did not choose to adopt a phone-based app to complement their treatment.
Citation: Greenstein J, Topp R, Etnoyer-Slaski J, Staelgraeve M, McNulty J. Effect of a Mobile Health App on Adherence to Physical Health Treatment. JMIR Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies. 2021;8(4):e31213. DOI: https://doi.org/10.2196/preprints.31213
STUDY 5
Effects of Exercise on EEG Activity and Standard Tools Used to Assess Concussion
Citation: Devilbiss DM, Etnoyer-Slaski JL, Dunn E, Dussourd CR, Kothare MV, Martino SJ, Simon AJ. Effects of Exercise on EEG Activity and Standard Tools Used to Assess Concussion. Journal of Healthcare Engineering. 2019; ID:4794637.
STUDY 6
Electromyographic Analysis of Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius, and Tensor Fascia Latae During Therapeutic Exercises With and Without Elastic Resistance
The primary purpose of this study was to determine the gluteal-to-tensor fascia latae muscle activation (GTA index) and compare electromyographic muscle activation of the GMax, GMed, and TFL while performing 13 commonly prescribed exercises designed to target the GMax and GMed. The secondary purpose of this study was to compare muscle activation of the GMax, GMed, and TFL while performing a subgroup of three matched exercises with and without elastic resistance.
Citation: Bishop BN, Greenstein J, Etnoyer-Slaski JL, Sterling H, Topp R. Electromyographic analysis of gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, and tensor fascia latae during therapeutic exercises with and without elastic resistance. The International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy. 2018;13(4):668-675.
STUDY 7
Multimodal Management of Mechanical Neck Pain Using a Treatment Based Classification System
The purpose of this case study was twofold: 1) to illustrate the use of a treatment-based classification (TBC) system to direct the early intervention of a patient with mechanical neck pain, and 2) to show the progression of this patient with multimodal-modal intervention.
Citation: Topp R, Etnoyer-Slaski J, Sterling H, Greenstein J, Bishop B. Management of Chronic Neck and/or Low Back Pain With a Multimodal Nonpharmacological Pain Relief Kit. Journal of Performance Health Research. 2018;2(1);1-9.
STUDY 8
The effect of a topical homeopathic solution on nocturnal leg cramps and associated symptoms
Citation: Topp R, Sterling H, Slaski JL. The effect of a topical homeopathic solution on nocturnal leg cramps and associated symptoms. Integrative Journal of Nursing and Health. 2018;1(1):25-34.
STUDY 9
Topical Menthol Gel Versus a Placebo Gelon Post manipulation Pain and Range of Motion in Patients With Mechanical Neck Pain
The purpose of this study is to determine whether patients with mechanical neck pain who received topical menthol gel application to their neck before cervical manipulation experienced a reduction in pain and an increase in neck range of motion following cervical manipulation.
Citation: Topp R, Solem K, Etnoyer-Slaski J, Bishop B. Topical Menthol Gel Versus a Placebo Gel on Post Manipulation Pain and Range of Motion in Patients with Mechanical Neck Pain. Journal of Performance Health Research. 2017;1(2):40-47.
STUDY 10
Adhesion of Three Brands of Elastic Therapeutic Tape
The purpose of this study was to compare, over a period of 5 days, the rate of adhesion of TheraBand® Kinesiology Tape (TKT) with either KT Tape® (KT) or Kinesio® TexGold (KTEX) under 25% elongation among healthy adults.
Citation: Topp R, Etnoyer-Slaski J, Bishop BN, Topp R. Adhesion of Three Brands of Elastic Therapeutic Tape. Journal of Performance Health Research. 2017;1(2):16-22.
STUDY 11
The Short-Term Effects of 2 Different Cryotherapy Methods on Acute and Subacute, Noncomplicated, Bilateral Neck Pain
The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of a cold pack and menthol topical gel on reports of pain among individuals with neck pain.
Citation: Bishop B, Jacks D, Greenstein J, Topp R, Huffman A. The Short-Term Effects of Two Different Cyrotherapy Methods on Acute and Sub- Acute, Non-Complicated, Bilateral Neck Pain. Journal of Performance Health. 2017;1(1):11-17.
STUDY 12
The Effect of Kinesiology Tape on Pain and Neck Range of Motion After Cervical Manipulation
The purpose of this study is to compare the pain and neck ROM among patients with acute neck pain who do and do not receive ETT following cervical manipulation.
Citation: Greenstein J, McNamara T, Bishop B, Etnoyer-Slaski J, Topp R. The effect of TheraBand® Kinesiology Tape on pain and neck range of motion following cervical manipulation. Journal of Performance Health. 2017;1(1):18-25.
STUDY 13
FUNHAB®: A Science-based, Multimodal Approach for Musculoskeletal Conditions
FUNHAB® provides clinicians with a systematic progression of exercises and treatment strategies while still allowing exercises to be individualized to a patient’s specific injury. This paper examines the concepts and basis behind the development of FUNHAB®, what makes FUNHAB® unique to other therapy programs, and how to properly implement this therapy program.
Citation: Etnoyer JL, Greenstein J, Bishop B. FUNHAB®: A Science-based, Multimodal Approach for Musculoskeletal Conditions. Topics in Integrative Health Care. 2013;4(2) ID: 4.2002.
STUDY 14
Sleep Characteristics in Patients with Whiplash-Associated Disorders: A Descriptive Study
The purpose of this study was to explore sleep habits and characteristics of patients with whiplash-associated disorders (WAD) presenting at an outpatient, chiropractic clinic using the Medical Outcomes Study (MOS) Sleep Scale.
Citation: Greenstein J, Bishop B, Edward J, Huffman A, Davis D, Topp R. Sleep Characteristics in Patients with Whiplash-Associated Disorders: A Descriptive Study. Topics in Integrative Health Care. 2012;3(4) ID:3.4004.
STUDY 15
The Effect of the Tri-Core® Cervical Pillow on Sleep Outcomes The Effect of the Tri-Core® Cervical Pillow on Sleep Outcomes among Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD) Patients among Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD) Patients
The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of a semi-customized orthopedic cervical pillow on sleep outcomes in Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD) patients.
Citation: Greenstein J, Bishop B, Edward J, Huffman A, Davis D, Topp R. The Effect of the Tri-Core® Cervical Pillow on Sleep Outcomes Among Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD) Patients. Topics in Integrative Health Care. 2012;3(3) ID: 3.3004.
STUDY 16
The effects of a closed-chain, eccentric training program on hamstring injuries of a professional football cheerleading team
Hamstring injuries are a common occurrence among professional football cheerleaders. The purpose of this study is to identify the effects of an eccentric, closed-chain hamstring exercise intervention on hamstring injury-associated pain during the course of the football season among professional football cheerleaders.
Citation: Greenstein, JS, Bishop, BN, Edward, JS, Topp, RV. The Effects of a Closed-Chain, Eccentric Training Program on Hamstring Injuries of a Professional Football Cheerleading Team. Journal of Manip Phys Ther. 2011;34(3):195-200. PMID:1492755.