Acute Effects of BFR Resistance Exercise on Muscle Swelling
Athletic Training, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 NoneInclusion Qualifications:
- Are a recreationally active (≥150 minutes per week of physical activity) male between the ages of 18-35.
- Are willing to come in for all five visits.
Comparing Pain Perception Among Individuals who are Resistance Trained and Untrained
Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jul 24, 2026 NoneInclusion Qualifications:
- Participants must either be defined as resistance trained (engaging in resistance exercise with weights at least 2x/week for the past 8 weeks) OR untrained (do not meet ACSM criteria for being physically active: strength training less than 2x/week and less than 150 minutes of aerobic exercise per week)
- 18-50 years old
- Healthy (no pain or injury)
Effects of Dietary Protein Supplementation on Bioimpedance Characteristics and Metabolic Health Markers
Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 PaidInclusion Qualifications:
- Male or female adult (18-40 years old)
- Complete less than 150 minutes per week of aerobic exercise and less than 2 full-body
resistance training sessions per week - Free from implanted pacemakers/defibrillators
- Free from open cuts/wounds on your right hand and foot
- Metabolically healthy (we will determine this using a health history questionnaire,
fasting blood glucose < 100mg/dL, and a resting blood pressure < 140/90 mmHg) - Not actively attempting to gain/lose weight
Examining Test-Retest Reliability of Bioimpedance Between Various Electrodes and Postures
Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Aug 1, 2026 NoneInclusion Qualifications:
- 18+ years of age
- Free from implanted pacemakers/defibrillators
- Free from open cuts/wounds on the right hand/foot
Dual-Task Brain Activity After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jun 5, 2028 PaidInclusion Qualifications:
- are between the ages of 18-35 years,
- either have had an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) surgery or have not had an injury to either of your knees,
- have not been medically diagnosed with a concussion in the previous 6 months,
- have not been medically diagnosed with colorblindness,
- have no known neurological (nervous system) disorder (i.e. Multiple Sclerosis),
- have not taken opioid medication (pain medication) in the last 2 weeks,
- are not pregnant of planning to become present during study participation, and
- have no contraindications to brain MRI (you will complete a screening form).
Characterizing Nordic Hamstring Exercise Performance
Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Aug 1, 2026 PaidInclusion Qualifications:
- Physically Active Adults (Current Tegner Activity Scale of at least 5)
- Male and female adults, aged 18-30 years
Brain-muscle communication after ACL injury
Athletic Training, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jul 31, 2026 PaidInclusion Qualifications:
Inclusion criteria – ACL group:
- Age 18-35 years
- History of primary unilateral ACL reconstruction (ACLR) within last 2 years
- No history of any lower limb surgery besides the current ACLR
- Medical clearance to initiate jogging
Inclusion criteria – Uninjured group:
- Age 18-35 years
- No history of lower extremity surgery
- No history of lower extremity injury (defined as seeking medical attention) within last 2 years
Automation of Ultrasound Imaging in Patients with and without a History of Low Back Pain
Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Nov 30, 2026 PaidInclusion Qualifications:
- At least 18 years old
- Either report having a history of low back pain (LBP) (at least 3 episodes of pain in the last year or 5 episodes in your lifetime) OR have no history of LBP throughout your lifetime to be in the non-LBP group
- An episode of LBP means that you had pain in the lower back region that made you change your daily activities for at least 24 hours.
Core Musculature and Balance of Dancers
Athletic Training, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 NoneInclusion Qualifications:
- At least 14 years old
- Individuals under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent
- Have at least 3 years of ballet experience
- Currently practice dance technique
- At least 1 hour per week over the past 6 months
- Are familiar with basic ballet terminology
Dancers’ Perceptions, Knowledge, and Barriers of Receiving Quality Healthcare
Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 NoneInclusion Qualifications:
- Are at least 18 years old
- Currently identify as:
- a dancer
- a dance parent
- a dance teach/choreographer/coach
- a dance studio/company/program director or equivalent