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Determining the essential elements of golf swings used by elite golfers

Creator:

Fujimoto-Kanatani, Koichiro

Abstract:

The golf swing involves a complex sequence of body movements which adjust according to the demands of a given shot. The purpose of this study was to determine common characteristics and essential elements of the golf swing under various conditions. The swing patterns of thirteen elite professional golfers were analyzed...

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Dissertation
The false consensus effect in estimates of safe and unsafe sexual practices

Creator:

Pedersen, Peggy Jo

Abstract:

The purpose of this study was three fold: 1) to determine if false consensus effects would be found for estimates of sexual behaviors, 2) to determine the directional accuracy of consensus estimates for subscribers and nonsubscribers and 3) to determine if the degree of accuracy of those estimates was influenced...

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Dissertation
The effect of running speed and turning direction on lower extremity joint moment

Creator:

Lee, Ki-Kwang

Abstract:

Fast medio-lateral movements, frequent in a number of sports activities, are associated with lower extremity injuries. These injuries may occur as a result of excessive musculoskeletal stresses on the joints and their associate structures. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of running speed and turning movement...

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Dissertation
Specific loading protocols to promote bone mineral density in young women

Creator:

LaRiviere, Jane A.

Abstract:

Osteoporosis is characterized by low bone mineral density (BMD), bone fragility, and an increased risk of osteoporotic fracture. The disease is systemic in nature but potential solutions include exercises prescriptions that target the clinically relevant sites of osteoporosis (hip and spine) to improve bone mass. The aim of this dissertation...

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Dissertation