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An investigation into handedness and choking under pressure in sport
(Research quarterly for exercise and sport, 2019-03-28)
When athletes fail to perform at an expected level during an important moment, it is implied the athletes have experienced “choking“ (sudden decline in performance) under pressure.”. Researchers have reported that persistent ...
Clinicians' ability to detect a palpable difference in spinal stiffness compared with a mechanical device
(Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 2019)
Objective: The purpose of this study was to quantify the threshold at which clinicians can detect a difference in spinal stiffness of the thoracic and lumbar spine via palpation and then determine if this detection threshold ...
The shape of chiropractic in Europe: A cross sectional survey of chiropractor's beliefs and practice
(Chiropractic and Manual Therapies, 2019)
Background: The chiropractic profession both in the past and presently has diverse opinions concerning different health care approaches and the science or otherwise that underpins them. Previous research has reported that ...
Training-monitoring engagement: An evidence-based approach in elite sport
(International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 2019)
Purpose: Poor athlete buy-in and adherence to training-monitoring systems (TMS) can be problematic in elite sport. This is a significant issue, as failure to record, interpret, and respond appropriately to negative changes ...
Exercise to increase engagement of children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in physical education: Method development
(Movement and Nutrition in Health and Disease, 2019)
There is evidence that physical exercise has positive effects on the mental health of children. For those diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) moderate to high intensity exercise has been associated ...
Why people living with and beyond cancer use the internet
(Integrative Cancer Therapies, 2019)
People living with and beyond cancer suffer with a wide range of physical and psychological symptoms. To manage the
challenges associated with cancer, patients use a variety of self-management resources, including the ...
Professional rugby coaches’ perceptions of the role of the team captain
(Sport Psychologist, 2019)
The aim of this study was to explore the lived experiences of the coach in relation to the perceived function of captains in professional rugby union. Participants were 8 elite male rugby coaches purposefully sampled for ...
PROMs data: can it be used to make decisions for individual patients? A narrative review
(Patient Related Outcome Measures, 2019)
Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are increasingly used in clinical practice providing health care professionals with patients’ perceptions and views of their health. They have traditionally been utilized in health ...
Intrasubject repeatability of in vivo intervertebral motion parameters using quantitative fluoroscopy
(European Spine Journal, 2019)
Purpose: In vivo quantification of intervertebral motion through imaging has progressed to a point where biomarkers for low back pain are emerging. This makes possible deeper study of the condition’s biometrics. However, ...
An exercise program designed for children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder for use in school physical education: Feasibility and utility
(Healthcare, 2019)
Moderate to high intensity exercise can improve cognitive function and behavior in children including those with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). However, exercise with long periods of the same activity, ...