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Physical Therapist Assistant Research Symposium

Join us to learn about the evidence-based research conducted by Owens Physical Therapist Assistant students on the topics of: 

• Team Jalapeno Hoppers: 

• “The Effects of Stretching the Dorsiflexors vs. Plantarflexors to Increase Vertical Jump Height” 

• Team Got Hops?: 

• “The Effects of Open Chain vs. Closed Chain Exercises on Increasing Vertical Jump Height” 

• Team Kyphosis Killers: 

• “Thoracic Kyphosis Improvement with Stretching and Strengthening Exercises: A Four-Week Study” 

• Team Mind-Body Posture: 

• “The Impact of Mindfulness and Breathing Techniques on Upper-Body Posture: A Four-Week Study” 

• Team The Three Stooges: 

• “The Effects of Cardiovascular Exercise vs. Strength Training on Anxiety and Depression” 

• Team Walk to Remember: 

• “The Effects of Moderate Intensity Cardiovascular Exercise on Memory Performance” 

Unable to join us in person? 

Two virtual sessions will be available: 

Session One: 8 – 9:30 a.m. 

Session Two: 12 – 1:30 p.m. 

All are invited and you may come and go as your schedule allows.