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Northwest District Student PTA Research Symposium

Join the Northwest District Student PTA Research Symposium hosted on Tuesday, December 2, from 5:30-8 p.m. The use of evidence-based practice (EBP) drives many health professionals to provide effective care to patients and clients. Conducting research presents several barriers for many professionals including time, money and available resources. In this course, student physical therapist assistants from Owens Community College, who will graduate in 2026, present their research findings. Students work in teams to conduct their research over 3-4 weeks and analyze their data.

Research Projects:

• Exploring the Effect of Lower Extremity Strengthening on Single-Leg Jump Performance
• Impact of Static vs. Dynamic Stretching on 30-Meter Sprint Performance
• Turn Up the Tempo: How Music Speed Affects Plank Time
• Mood and Stress Responses to High-Intensity Cardio and Strength Training
• Step-by-Step: The Physical and Mental Impact of Adding a 20-Minute Walk into Your Daily Routine
• The Impact of Ingesting 200 mg of Caffeine Within Two Hours of Waking on Fatigue Levels in Adults
• Impact of Manual and Stretching Techniques on Shoulder Range of Motion and Strength
• Impact of Contract-Relax Technique on Range of Motion in a Four-Week Study
• Reducing Neck Pain: Comparing Active Exercise & Screen Time Tracking

Attendees must attend the entire session from 6–8 p.m. to be CEU eligible. Light snacks and refreshments will be available. There will be a 10-minute break in the middle of the session.