...[pic] ICAK-USA Research The Following is a Compilation of Applied Kinesiology Research Papers Published in the Collected Papers of the International College of Applied Kinesiology for the year 2005-2006 -- Edited by Scott Cuthbert, D.C. Functional Systems Approach to Central Nervous System Evaluation Richard Belli, D.C., D.A.C.N.B. ABSTRACT Objective: This study investigates the clinical utility of testing functional systems within the central nervous system, compared to testing individual motor nerves with manual muscle testing. Design: Private practice. Study Subjects: Patients were examined by the treating chiropractor from his existing patient pool. Methods: Chiropractic management was decided on by the treating chiropractor. A series of twelve tests were designed to discover disorders of functional systems within the CNS. The tests described were to evaluate the function of 12 systems: 1) spinal cord, 2) myelencephalon/reticular formation, 3) vagal system, 4) trigeminal motor system-muscles of mastication, 5) vestibulospinal system, and bulbo reticular area, 6) reticular formation, 7) diencephalons and gait locomotion system, 8) mesencephalon, 9) cardiac sympathetic autonomic system, 10) pyramidal system, 11) limbic system, 12) sensory system. Results: This chiropractic approach tests the nervous system after provocation of functional systems...
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...Xantham gum Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide, derived from the bacterial coat of Xanthomonas campestris, used as a food additive and rheologymodifier,[2] commonly used as a food thickening agent (in salad dressings, for example) and a stabilizer (in cosmetic products, for example, to prevent ingredients from separating). It is produced by the fermentation of glucose, sucrose, or lactose by the Xanthomonas campestrisbacterium. After a fermentation period, the polysaccharide is precipitated from a growth medium with isopropyl alcohol, dried, and ground into a fine powder. Later, it is added to a liquid medium to form the gum.[3] It was discovered by an extensive research effort by Allene Rosalind Jeanes and her research team at the United States Department of Agriculture anthan gum derives its name from the strain of bacteria used during the fermentation process, Xanthomonas campestris One of the most remarkable properties of xanthan gum is its ability to produce a large increase in the viscosity of a liquid by adding a very small quantity of gum, on the order of one percent. In most foods, it is used at 0.5%, and can be used in lower concentrations. The viscosity of xanthan gum solutions decreases with higher shear rates; this is called shear thinning or pseudoplasticity. This means that a product subjected to shear, whether from mixing, shaking or even chewing, will thin out, but once the shear forces are removed, the food will thicken back up. A practical use would be in salad...
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...BIOMECHANICS The term biomechanics means the study of the structure and function of biological systems using the methods of mechanics. Biomechanics studies the process of kinematics and used in the study of sports actions, such as the motion of throwing a baseball. Why do some golfers slice the ball? How can workers avoid developing low back pain? What cues can a physical education teacher provide to help students learn the underhand volleyball serve? Why do some elderly individuals tend to fall? We have all admired the fluid, graceful movements of highly skilled performers in various sports. We have also observed the awkward first steps of a young child, the slow progress of an injured person with a walking cast, and the hesitant, uneven gait of an elderly person using a cane. Virtually every activity class includes a student who seems to acquire new skills with utmost ease and a student who trips when executing a jump or misses the ball when attempting to catch, strike, or serve. What enables some individuals to execute complex movements so easily, while others appear to have difficulty with relatively simple movement skills? Although the answers to these questions may be rooted in physiological, psychological, or sociological issues, the problems identified are all biomechanical in nature. This book will provide a foundation for identifying, analyzing, and solving problems related to the biomechanics of human movement. Definition of Biomechanics The term biomechanics combines...
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...that while there were plenty of business that sold fitness and conditioning equipment, they lacked in knowledge. They often gave poor advice on how to use the equipment and what was best to purchase based on customer needs. In order to provide high quality service, each Fit Stop will employ a physiotherapist( to provide advice on such problems as injuries or back pain), and a person with a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology( to provide advice on training for sports and other physical activities). The remainder of the staff in the store will consist of a manager, with a bachelor of commerce degree, and sales staff that will have at least high school diplomas. It is expected that 8-12 sales staff will be needed at each store. The stores will be located in shopping mall and will operate on a seven day a week basis. They will be open from 9:00-9:00 weekdays, 9:00-6:00 Saturdays and noon to 6:00 on Sundays. Susan believes that the key to her business success will be highly motivated and knowledgeable employees with a concern for customers and are able to work as a team. The key aspect of the company is to be the most up-to-date and advance supplier of new products, techniques, and customer service. Susan does not know much about compensating her employees, she needs help in determining and developing a compensation system. Road Map...
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...The start of a new year prompts many people to make resolutions. However, a lot of people fail to follow the New Year’s resolution they made. This repeated failure impedes the ability to make changes in the future. Dr. Jo Ann Unger, from Clinical Psychology Manitoba, said in a broadcast with Brett Megarry at the Shadoe Davis show that poor choices for change will fail and could have harmful effects in the long-term. She explained that repeated failures damage self-esteem and confidence. Not good reason enough Making resolutions has become a tradition. But for Unger, making a resolution just because it is the new year is not good enough reason. When making a change, it is really important to think about why we are doing it. She added that...
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...Skeletal and Muscle Flash Cards by David Garrison McGraw-Hill, 1997 ISBN-13: 978-0070229167 Manual of Structural Kinesiology by Thompson and Floyd McGraw- Hill 2008, 18 edition revised ISBN-13: 978-0078022517 Classroom expectations: In order to do well in this class, you must be able to learn basic medical terminology, bony landmarks, proximal and distal attachments of major muscles, and the actions of muscles as they relate to physical activity. In order to do this, there will be a lot of memorization initially. As we move through the semester, you will be able to apply what you learn to more specific situations. As this is an applied anatomy class, it is important to be able to work with small groups in order to palpate structures on each other, move muscles through full ranges of motion, and consider how the body moves and works in everyday life. Through your small group interactions, you will be able to apply what you have memorized, and indeed start to learn the material. Class Outcomes: 1. Clinically apply appropriate anatomical terminology to describe body positions, regions, and motions. 2. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the physical properties of human bone, cartilage, tendon, muscle, and nerve tissues. 3. Identify and palpate key bony,...
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...Dips Motor Skill Analysis Jamarian Brown, Michael Johnson, Anthony Reynolds Dr. Grant, M. KSPE 3411 Fall 2012 December 6, 2012 Abstract Anatomical and biomechanical aspects go hand and hand together to help with motor development. The dip is an exercise used in strength training that works and mainly targets the muscles in your chest, shoulders, and arms at the same time. Biomechanics, which is our main focal point, is mostly concerned with the basic laws that govern the effects that different forces have on the state of rest or motion of any living system, whereas the applied area of biomechanics deals with solving practical problems (Hamilton, Weimar & Luttgens, 2012). Biomechanics also helps us breakdown skills and exercises down to their points of origin, as well as solve problems regarding specific exercises. Motor learning is the final section that will be discussed on performing the dips exercise. Within this portion there will be several areas covered to fully expand on full exercising a dip and developing the muscles use to complete a successful dip. Areas covered will include three phases of motor learning, learning cues, common errors, general feedback to use, the stages of learning, types of motor skills, information for use within a curriculum, and useful information for lesson plans to include one example lesson plan. When the average person looks at the body they would probably only consider the basics to the body such as; the arms, legs, head and...
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...Carbohydrates are Killing Us Softly Thomas J. Engstrom Western Governors University WGU Student ID# 000529592 Carbohydrates are Killing Us Softly The nutritional dietary consumption of carbohydrates is between 55-75% for the vast majority of the global population as their main source of food intake and energy. And the general populous continues to be misinformed by government agencies regarding what a normal, healthy diet, should be, as well as what a balanced diet looks like. Eating a low-carb high-fat, or ketogenic, diet of high fat, adequate protein and low carbohydrates can provide many health benefits as compared to the alternative of an unhealthy diet. Research suggests that a ketogenic diet builds a healthier body than other diets because it will lead to weight loss, improved blood pressure, and reduce appetites. The ketogenic diet is the foundation for a healthy life. As noted by Dr. Eenfeldt (2014), The ketogenic diet has been referred to by different names, such as: the keto diet, low carb diet, low carb high fat (LCHF), and to some degree the Adkins Diet. The ketogenic diet is a well known diet for being associated with consuming a low amount of carbohydrates, a moderate amount of protein and high amount of fat, where the body produces ketones in the liver to be used as energy (Taubes, 2008). With a diet high in carbohydrates your body will produce glucose and insulin. Glucose is the easiest molecule for your body to convert and use as energy, so it will...
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... A healthy lifestyle is so important, it’s vital that people incorporate exercising into their diet. When a person eats healthy they don’t look forward to having too many ailments and being screen by a physician as much. Of course health and genetics play a major role in our lives, that’s why it’s even more important to try and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Most valid part of being healthy is not causing the body more harm with unhealthy foods and drugs. The objective for this observation is to attain which gender has the ability to exercise at least 30 minutes in a day. Also, is this the reason why so many women outlive their spouses? Male and female adults (N=50) observing male and female going inside a coed gym. The gym members use a key coded method as they walk inside to start their regimen. Many of the gym members (participants) knew where they wanted to go and what they needed to do. Men & Women achieving Goals of Living Healthy There have been many studies that say women live longer than men. Harvard researchers studied people who live 100 years and more. Perls(1998) a geriatrician at Harvard Medical School. Women’s life span depends on the balance of two forces, a geriatrician at Harvard Medical School. One is the revolutionary drive to pass on her genes; the other is the need to stay healthy enough to rear as many children as possible. A woman’s menopause protects her from bearing children later in life. As for men, it is believed their goal for a long life...
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...Diabetes is a devastating disease that causes chronic problems globally. Diabetes comes in different forms; type 1 diabetes is caused from the pancreas inability to produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone that acts as a key that opens the cell to allow sugar inside to process into energy. Type 2 diabetes is caused from an insulin resistance, the cell becomes misshapen from an increase in adipose tissue that will not allow the key insulin to open the cell and allow glucose inside. This causes the glucose to be trapped in the blood stream. The blood of humans is thin like water, but as the glucose builds up in the blood stream it becomes thicker making it harder to transport through the various body systems. Diabetes is a vascular disease. It...
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...Running head: CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT NORTHCENTRAL UNIVERSITY ASSIGNMENT COVER SHEET Learner: Ronnie Wayne Autry || SML7005|Dr. Shani Compton| || Sports Revenue Management and Leadership|Assign # 11: Sports Management Career| || Faculty Use Only Career Opportunities in Sports Management Abstract This study was designed to explore the specific competencies essential for a career in sports management and promotion in campus, public, and recreation settings. Utilizing the means of the Competencies of Sport Managers device, the competencies of sport administrators and managers were represented by four factors, identified as Management Techniques, sport programming, business administration, and theoretical perspectives. Discriminant analysis revealed that sport administrators in campus recreation settings placed more emphasis on theoretical perspectives and less emphasis on sport programming. When compared to sport management, administrators in the promotions departments placed more emphasis on sport programming and theoretical perspectives, with faculty placing more emphasis on management techniques and business administration. This study reinforces the need for professional sport commissioners and managers to possess a strong management and business base, along with competence in sport programming and recreational sport theory/foundations. Achieving greater understanding of the nature...
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...full and controlled range of motion throughout the entire rep. Do not change your body position to achieve extra reps. Safety Step #3: Stick to the tempos to avoid the use of kinetic energy i.e. fools gold. Safety Step #4: Stick to the progression model below and don’t forget to wear a stop watch to time the rest intervals. www.vincedelmontefitness.com 4 The 6-12-25 Mega-Size Workout The logic behind The pain: » This is a 4-day workout catered to intermediate (1-4 years of training) and advanced trainees (4 or more years of training). If you’re a novice lifter (less than 1 year of training), this workout is not for you. The primary training effects are functional hypertrophy, hypertrophy and strength-endurance. In layman’s terms, you’re going to get...
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...2014-2015 Undergraduate Academic Calendar and Course Catalogue Published June 2014 The information contained within this document was accurate at the time of publication indicated above and is subject to change. Please consult your faculty or the Registrar’s office if you require clarification regarding the contents of this document. Note: Program map information located in the faculty sections of this document are relevant to students beginning their studies in 2014-2015, students commencing their UOIT studies during a different academic year should consult their faculty to ensure they are following the correct program map. i Message from President Tim McTiernan I am delighted to welcome you to the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), one of Canada’s most modern and dynamic university communities. We are a university that lives by three words: challenge, innovate and connect. You have chosen a university known for how it helps students meet the challenges of the future. We have created a leading-edge, technology-enriched learning environment. We have invested in state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities. We have developed industry-ready programs that align with the university’s visionary research portfolio. UOIT is known for its innovative approaches to learning. In many cases, our undergraduate and graduate students are working alongside their professors on research projects and gaining valuable hands-on learning, which we believe is integral...
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...Working Conditions as a Determinant of Health This summary is primarily based on papers and presentations by Andrew Jackson, Senior Economist, Canadian Labour Congress, and Michael Polanyi Assistant Professor, Saskatchewan Population Health Research and Evaluation Unit, and Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies, University of Regina. The presentations were prepared for The Social Determinants of Health Across the Life-Span Conference, held in Toronto in November 2002. The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of Health Canada. Current Situation Over the 1980s and 1990s, there has been an ongoing restructuring of the labour market and of employment relationships. The intent of these changes has been to promote productivity and competitiveness, as opposed to promoting a worker-centred agenda of “good jobs” (Lowe, 2000). In Canada, only two-thirds of the employed workforce are in “standard” salaried jobs with no defined end date (mostly provided by large firms and the public sector). In this shrinking core job market, workers who have survived layoffs, privatization and contracting-out are generally working longer and harder. Employers have tried to increase profitability and competitiveness and to contain budgets by boosting productivity. This has been accomplished largely by increasing workloads. For example, in the health sector, fewer nurses, social workers and other health professionals must now deal...
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...people know that with proper nutrition, your body can experience beneficial results that out-compete any fancy pill or expensive surgical intervention. It's true! And, to take it even a step further, the timing of your nutrition with correct food choices will turn your body into an energetic, elated, lean, fat-burning machine! And who doesn't want that? We sure do! Not that being lean means you'll be automatically happier, but, if you eat the right foods at the right times, you'll feel less grumpy, you'll have more energy to exercise hard the next time you hit the gym, and you'll be pleasant for others to be around! Plus, you'll look good too! You probably already know that eating small, balanced meals every few hours is one of the keys to a healthy physique, but that's not what we're talking about here. In this special report, we're going to show you how eating the right foods at the right times following your workout will make a huge difference in how you feel when you're working out, and how you feel for the 23 hours that you're not working out. Eating correctly after your workout will also help you be able to work out hard the next time you exercise, build more lean muscle, and improve your overall health. Isn't that almost too good to be true? But really it's not! Still, for some reason, eating correctly after your workout has gotten lost in the vast sea of nutrition information that is on our internet, in textbooks and in other "expert" nutrition reports. So, right...
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