Research Study Participation

College of Health Professions and Sciences

Dual-Task Balance after ACL Reconstruction

Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Sep 3, 2027 Paid

Inclusion Qualifications:

ACL Group:

  • Age of 18-35 years
  • History of only one ACL reconstruction within the previous 2 years
  • Medical clearance for return to unrestricted activity

Uninjured Group:

  • Age of 18-35 years
  • No history of lower limb surgery
  • No history of significant lower limb injury within previous 6 months (defined as seeking medical attention, or missing >3 consecutive practices or games)

Abdominal Muscle Adaptations During Load Carriage

Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: May 1, 2026 None

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • 18-35 years old with no current or history of low back pain or spine surgery
  • Able to carry a 35 pound rucksack (heavy backpack)
  • Able to perform a single leg squat on both legs

Evaluating Social Connectivity and User Enjoyability in Game-Based Multiplayer EMG Training

Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Nov 26, 2025 None

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • Available for an in-person session at the University of Central Florida campus or Limbitless Solutions facility
  • Between the ages of 18 and 64 and able to consent
  • Have never used the Limbitless Solutions myoelectric prosthesis or Flex controller
  • Have full control of upper extremities
  • Have not had an injury to hands or arms that is currently impacting upper extremity control

Co-Designing a Suicide Prevention Mobile App with Youth

Social Work Deadline: Jan 1, 2026 Paid

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • Youth (between ages 14 and 17) who have a history of engaging in suicide-related behaviors (i.e. suicide ideation, suicide attempts) and/or who exhibit risk factors (i.e., history of mental illness, substance use, self-injury) associated with suicide risk.
  • Participants must be able to speak and read English
  • Participants must have access to an internet-connected device with Zoom (online) and/or be willing to participate in a group session in person
  • Participants must provide assent with parental consent

Core Musculature and Balance of Dancers

Athletic Training, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 None

Inclusion 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 None

Inclusion 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

Ultrasound Methods: Probe Velocity

Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 None

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • Ages of 18 and 50 years old.
  • Do not have any health-related conditions, diseases, or previous injuries that currently affect your lower extremities.

Yoga, Education, and Nidra (YEN) for Chronic Low Back Pain: A Pilot Study on Pain Modulation, Well-Being, and Sleep

Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Feb 4, 2026 None

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • Ages: 18-75 
  • Chronic low back pain (lasting 3+ months) 
  • Pain intensity: 3/10 or higher in the past 24 hours 
  • Access to email and intern

Healthcare Providers’ Perceptions, Knowledge, and Barriers of Delivering Dance-Specific Care

Athletic Training, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 None

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • At least 18 years old
  • A licensed of certified healthcare provider
  • A student in an accredited professional healthcare program

24-Hour Activity Behaviors in Early Postpartum

Health Sciences Deadline: Feb 20, 2026 Paid

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • Female, 18 to 45 years of age
  • Have given birth in the past 6 weeks to 6 months
  • Not currently pregnant
  • No medical conditions or complications from pregnancy/delivery
  • Willing to wear an activity tracker on your wrist for 7 days
  • Can read, write, and speak in English

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