Core Stability, Biomechanical Joint Loading, and Athletic Performance
PI: Ajit Chaudhair, 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.
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-Americans and older populations.
Mindfulness-Based Approach to the Treatment of Obesity and Diabetes
PI: Carla Miller, PhD
Co-I: W. Fred Miser, MD
The purpose of this project is to test the effects of a dietary intervention based on self-regulation and dietary intake on weight loss compared to a standard nutrition education curriculum.
Remote Home Blood Pressure Monitoring: A Feasibility Study
PI: Neeraj Tayal, MD
Co-I: Milisa Rizer, MD; Albert Lai, PhD; Stuart Beatty, PharmD
The purpose of this project is to investigate the feasibility of using information technology (IT) to facilitate patient self-monitoring of blood pressure with conveyance of this information to a care team.
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.