CHPS RESEARCH STUDIES
Abdominal Bracing
The purpose of this study is to examine differences in abdominal bracing in dancers and non-dancers utilizing dynamic ultrasound. This study will consist of 1, 45 minute visit. You will be asked to complete a screening survey and brief injury history questionnaire, followed by questionnaires about physical activity, sleep, and athletic identity. You will then be asked to perform 2 single leg exercises.
Inclusion Qualifications:
Dancers:
- Are female
- Are at least 18 years old
- Have 3+ years of ballet experience within the last 5 years
- Currently participate in any style of dance at least 1 hour per week
- Have no injury that would prevent you from completing the study
Non-Dancers:
- Are female
- Are at least 18 years old
- Have 3+ years of experience playing any sport(s) within the last 5 years and have no dance experience
- Currently participate in any sport at least 1 day per week
- Have no injury that would prevent you from completing the study
Participate in this Research
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UCF IRB#: 00009750
PI: L. Colby Mangum
PI: L. Colby Mangum
Recruitment End Date:
June 1, 2027
June 1, 2027
Location:
Education Complex and Gym
12494 University Blvd
ED174
Orlando, Fl 32816
Education Complex and Gym
12494 University Blvd
ED174
Orlando, Fl 32816
Time Commitment:
Number of visits: 1
Expected time per visit: 45 minutes
Number of visits: 1
Expected time per visit: 45 minutes
Point of Contact:
Christina Pastrana
Christina Pastrana
Associated Units:
Athletic Training
Kinesiology
Athletic Training
Kinesiology