Predictor variables for success in college wrestling.

Research involving a wrestler's success in competition is limited. Understanding the physiological attributes that a successful wrestler must exhibit will help coaches and wrestlers develop effective and efficient philosophies and training programs. The purpose of this study was to examine if there are attributes of male NCAA Division II collegiate wrestlers that can predict success in the form of competitive wins during the season. Participants were tested on five physiological attributes: percent weight change (preseason to in-season), anaerobic work capacity, shot velocity, lower body power, and handgrip strength. A multiple regression statistic generated a correlation matrix for the independent variables and dependent variable. The results showed only one independent variable (percent change in weight) correlated significantly (F = 9.402 and p = .037) with the dependent variable (percent wins). Additionally, 70.2% of the influence in changed body mass predicted success in wrestling (r = 0.838, r2 = 0.702). These relationships imply that wrestlers who gained mass were more likely to win compared to those who did not. The researcher concluded that future research should test a larger and broader population of wrestlers, examining percent body fat and hydration levels, in addition to body mass measurements, as well as consider testing wrestlers throughout the season. Knowledge of the neurological and physiological strengths of successful wrestlers at all weight classes could better help coaches and trainers enhance physiological attributes and skills

Disclosing Sexual Assault Victimization to Others

Previous research has demonstrated that victims of sexual assault disclose their assaults most frequently to members of their intimate social circle. Unfortunately, some friends and family members give support in ways that are perceived as unhelpful by victims. The present study found that victims\u27 reports and non-victims\u27 expectations of positive support after disclosure differed significantly. These results indicate that significant efforts are needed to change the campus culture by increasing support for sexual assault victims

Increasing Paraprofessional Fidelity of Implementation Through Performance Feedback

Many of the behavioral interventions that students receive within the schools are provided by paraprofessionals, but there is little research related to their ability to provide interventions with acceptable fidelity of implementation. The purpose of this study was to examine whether paraprofessionals can provide behavioral intervention to students with adequate fidelity of implementation when provided with a short training and performance feedback through email. An ABC with replication design was utilized to examine the effect performance feedback on fidelity of implementation. Fidelity of implementation was measured using direct observation by the consultant as well as self-report of fidelity of implementation by the paraprofessionals. Fidelity of implementation was highest when graphical performance feedback through email was utilized when compared to other phases. Paraprofessionals were able to provide behavioral interventions to students with high fidelity of implementation when they were provided with a short training session and performance feedback was utilized

Occupational needs of chronic orthopedic trauma patients

Millions of orthopedic trauma injuries occur yearly in the U.S., requiring surgical intervention and hospital admission. These orthopedic injuries are a leading cause of death and disability in the United States, with lower-extremity injuries being the leading cause of trauma hospitalizations among people under 65 (Archer et al., 2009; Jarman et al., 2021). Healthcare providers address the patient's immediate needs in the acute orthopedic setting, stabilizing the patient's medical status and addressing life-threatening issues in the event of trauma. Additionally, early ambulation and activity are prescribed in the orthopedic setting to combat common symptomology of orthopedic injury, including pain and infection. Emphasis on early activity and ambulation is rooted in evidence of decreased infection rates and length of stay (Castella et al., 2020; de Vries et al., 2012; Fukumoto et al., 2013; Kamel et al., 2003; Lei, 2021; Shakil-ur-Rehman, 2012). However, this emphasis on mobility is often done in a way that deemphasizes functional outcomes of other meaningful activities, e.g., participation in physical exercise, education, sexual activity, home management, social roles, and participation. While mobility is important for overall health, engagement in other meaningful activities, e.g., childcare and employment, is also central to health, well-being, and quality of life for adults with orthopedic injuries. Over 50 percent of adults with musculoskeletal conditions, which include orthopedic injuries, report decreased participation in activities of daily living (ADL; selfcare activities such as dressing, bathing, grooming, etc.), even with an emphasis on mobility and activity within the acute setting (Haider et al., 2020; Herrera-Escobar et al., 2018). These self-reported limitations in ADL are common and negatively impact one's quality of life. Basic activities of daily living are addressed in the acute care setting; however, not extensively and are not carried out post-acute due to the interruption of one's continuum of care, i.e., meeting basic OT goals in the acute setting with no referral to post-acute OT services. The impact of orthopedic injuries on mobility and ADL is well-documented in peer-reviewed literature. However, engagement in other meaningful tasks outside of ADL has yet to be explored and measured to investigate the potential benefits of prolonging the individual's care post-orthopedic event to address ongoing needs in the post-acute setting outside of mobility alone (Falvey, 2021; Gabbe et al., 2012). Given the known impact of orthopedic injuries on ADL participation, it is plausible that limitations also extend to other meaningful activities, e.g., instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) and social participation, which may impact community reintegration, health, and overall quality of life. Therefore, increased focus on exploring the prevalence of these other potential deficits, the need for continued care post-acute, and their impact on quality of life is warranted. Additionally, there is a need to explore the impact of the patient's biopsychosocial contexts and how one's mental health contributes to or is influenced by decreased occupational participation. Objective: (1) Explore chronic (>3 months) activity participation and mental health changes and quality of life in persons who experience a traumatic orthopedic injury; (2) Determine the feasibility and acceptability of the Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance to enhance performance and participation in meaningful occupations through a feasibility study. Methodology: Aim 1 of this study was an exploratory cross-sectional study to evaluate the adult orthopedic lower-extremity patient's ongoing needs, including instrumental activities of daily living, social roles and participation, and perceived quality of life. The initial cross-sectional study was followed by a pilot study (Aim 2) to assess the feasibility and acceptability of the planned intervention.Includes bibliographical references

Eleven Dresses: A Study

Department of Design, Housing and Merchandisin

Marketing comes to reference & user services

Sherpa Romeo green journalThe ‘M’ Word… the dreaded Marketing, Promotion, or Communications piece that can come with many of our jobs. Why is it that we loathe it so much? Is it because we feel that as librarians, we should be above this sort of ‘selling’ tactic? Is it because we think libraries are so inherently wonderful that they need no promotion? Is it because we got into librarianship specifically to avoid having to do this sort of thing? For some of us, it’s all of the above. But the fact remains – people don’t know what you have unless you tell them. And telling them – communicating your benefits to them – is, in fact, marketing.Ye

AMPLIFY YOUR IMPACT

Just as librarians weed their collections to make sure materials are relevant, up-to-date, and in good condition, they should also weed their marketing efforts. The first step is to take stock of marketing plans both physical and digital, and the second step is to decide which efforts command more time and which deserve less. This article introduces librarians to the process of taking stock of a marketing plan.-Editor

Influence of Towing Force Magnitude on the Kinematics of Supramaximal Sprinting

The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of towing force magnitude on the kinematics of supramaximal sprinting. Ten high school and collegiate aged track and field athletes ran 60m maximal sprints under 5 different conditions: non-towed (NT), Tow A (2.0% body weight), Tow B (2.8%BW), Tow C (3.8%BW), and Tow D (4.7%BW). Three-dimensional kinematics of a 4-segment model of the right side of the body were collected starting at the 35m point of the trial. Significant differences were observed in stride length (SL) and horizontal velocity of the center of mass (VH) during Tow C and Tow D. For Tow D, a significant increase in the distance from the center of mass to the foot at touchdown (DH) was also observed. Contact time (CT) decreased significantly in all towing conditions, while stride rate (SR) increased slightly (\u3c 2.0%) under towed conditions. There were no significant changes in joint or segment angles at touchdown, with the exception of a significant decrease in the flexion/extension angle at the hip during the Tow D condition. We concluded that towing force magnitude does influence the kinematics of supramaximal running. Furthermore, we suggest that coaches and practitioners adjust towing force magnitude for each individual and avoid using towing forces in excess of 3.8%BW

Managing scientific research data: data packaging and organizing materials for curation

The SGS-LTER research site was established in 1980 by researchers at Colorado State University as part of a network of long-term research sites within the US LTER Network, supported by the National Science Foundation. Scientists within the Natural Resource Ecology Lab, Department of Forest and Rangeland Stewardship, Department of Soil and Crop Sciences, and Biology Department at CSU, California State Fullerton, USDA Agricultural Research Service, University of Northern Colorado, and the University of Wyoming, among others, have contributed to our understanding of the structure and functions of the shortgrass steppe and other diverse ecosystems across the network while maintaining a common mission and sharing expertise, data and infrastructure.Presentation held at the Front Range Data Librarian Meeting on June 16, 2014 at CSU Libraries and Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory in Fort Collins, Colorado.NSF Grant DEB-1027319