Difficulty and Accommodations with Relevant Recreational Activity are Associated with Physical Function, Pain, and Fatigue in Adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Author: Sarah Novroski, SPT Advisor: Louise Thoma, PT, DPT, PhD Committee Members: Chris Lane, PT, PT and Joshua Torrey, PT, DPT Background During my 3rd year in UNC’s DPT program, I had the desire to further explore the world … Read more
Chronic Pain Interventions for the Clinician
Background In my first semester of physical therapy school, an orthopedic resident casually introduced me to pain neuroscience. In the following weeks, I hounded him and physical therapy faculty for more research. Serendipitously, my first clinical was at the Durham … Read more
Yoga for Chronic Pain
Understanding the Benefits of Yoga for Chronic Pain of Musculoskeletal Origin through the Neuromatrix Model Created by: Molly Miller, SPT _____________________________________________________________________________________ Background This project is a culmination of several personal and professional interests that I am passionate about. … Read more
Bike Fit and Knee Pain in Road Cyclists
Bike Fit and Knee Pain in Road Cyclists By Morven Ross, SPT Overview While cycling is generally considered a low-impact and relatively safe physical activity there is a high risk of overuse injuries. 85% of cyclists report one or more … Read more