Participant enrollment is still active for the following studies:
Core Stability, Biomechanical Joint Loading, and Athletic Performance
PI: Ajit Chaudhari, PhD
Co-I: Tom Best, MD, PhD; Deborah Givens, PT, PhD; Greg Young, MS
This randomized interventional study will test the influence of improving core stability on reducing lower extremity joint loading and improving athletic performance in football athletes. 40 subjects will be randomized into a core stability training group or a whole-body resistance training group for 6 weeks, with both pre- and post-testing of lower extremity biomechanics, performance in selected football-specific tasks, and clinical strength measures.
Developing a Communication Tool for Appalachian Breast Cancer Survivors
PI: Doug Post, PhD
The aim of this study is to design and assess the feasibility of a culturally-relevant, PDA-based communication tool for Appalachian breast cancer survivors undergoing chemotherapy treatment.
Enhancing Colorectal Cancer Screening In Primary Care
PI: Electra Paskett, PhD; Co-I's: Mary Jo Welker, MD & Doug Post, PhD
The goal of this study is to test a program to improve CRC screening among male and female patients over the age of 50 from the Primary Care Network of The Ohio State University (OSU) that includes African-American and older populations.
Ohio Patient Navigator Research Program
PI: Electra Paskett, PhD; Co-I: Doug Post, PhD
The Ohio Patient Navigator Research Program (OPNRP) is designed to alleviate disparities in relation to the timely diagnosis and treatment of breast, cervical and colorectal cancer in underserved populations in Columbus, Ohio.
Patient Centered Communication During Chemotherapy: A Focus Group Study In Appalachia
PI: Doug Post, PhD
Focus groups are being conducted to obtain patient and clinician feedback on the quality of a patient communication tool and its applicability to a patient population who reside in Appalachia, Ohio.
Urban Cardiovascular Diabetic F.I.T.N.E.S.S. Program: Fitness Improved Through Nutrition And Exercise Sustained By Support Of Family, Friends, And Community Partners
PI: Leon McDougle, MD
This behavioral modification program aims to enhance public health and social welfare by optimizing lifestyle change for urban African American type-2 diabetics thereby decreasing disparities in health care outcomes for this population.
For more information about these trials, please contact Jennifer Lehman at (614) 293-8143 or email at Jennifer.Lehman@osumc.edu