Research

This program includes an evidence-based research study that once complete, will be submitted to a peer reviewed journal, and nationally recognized conference for publication and presentation. This study is supported by 18 hours of research content and 3 hours of course time dedicated to the finalization and defense of this study. This evidence-based research study must be completed for successful completion of the Doctor of Science in Occupational Therapy Program.

Graduating Class of 2023

The Effect of Sleep Leadership Training on Army Holistic Health and Fitness Performance Team Members by Talia Barrow, USA, DSc, OTR/L
Ultrasonographic Characterization of Scapholunate Joint Interval in Wrist Extended and Neutral Push-up Positions by Bryan Yu, USA, DSc, OTR/L

Graduating Class of 2022

Mindfulness in Military Medicine: A Mixed Methods Study Analysis of Army Medical Specialist Corps Officers’ Mindfulness Competency, Beliefs, and Tendencies by CPT Alyssa D. Pruiett, DSc, OTR/L

Graduating Class of 2021

Neuroscience Education for Acute Upper Extremity Pain in Active-Duty Service Members: A Mixed Methods Study by CPT Corinne M. Heffernan, DSc, OTR/L
Sleep and Military Leaders: Examining the Values, Beliefs, and Quality of Sleep and the Impact on Occupational Performance by CPT Lyddia A. Petrofsky DSc, OTR/L

Graduating Class of 2020

Do service members' stress-related HRV measures predict rifle marksmanship performance? A prospective cohort study by CPT James M. Contessa, DSc, OTR/L
The impact of HRV biofeedback on stress with U.S. Army medics by MAJ Jamie D. Bell DSc, OTR/L

Graduating Class of 2019

Characterization of Wrist Conditions in Active Duty Service Members at a Major Medical Center: A Retrospective Review by CPT Brandon R. Stanley, DSc, OTR/L
Attitudes, Beliefs and Quality of Sleep Amongst Active Duty Soldiers and the Impact on Occupational Performance: A Mixed Methods Study by CPT Chelsea M. Truax, DSc, OTR/L

Graduating Class of 2018

Perceptions and Measurement of Acute Pain in U.S. Service Members with Upper Extremity Disability Using the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS): A Mixed Methods Evaluation by MAJ Robin Tennekoon, DSc, OTR/L

Graduating Class of 2017

Response and Perceptions of Low Back Pain Treatment in Initial Entry Training Soldiers: A Convergence Mixed Methods Study by LT(P) Cortney M. Schoonover, DSc, OTR/L
Evaluating the Experience and Effectiveness of an Occupational Therapy Based Sleep Hygiene Program on U.S. Army Service Members: A Mixed Methods Study by CPT Stephen L. Turner, DSc, OTR/L
Impact of the Firearms Training System (FATS) on Occupational Performance in a Polytrauma Population by CPT Robert A. Oliver, DSc, OTR/L
Characterization of the Occupational Therapy Treatment of Combat-Related Upper Extremity Amputees Treated at the Center for the Intrepid: A Retrospective Study by LT(P) Timothy A. Tu, DSc, OTR/L

Graduating Class of 2016

Amputees Unanimous 12-Step Program by 1LT Catrinna Amorelli, DSc, OTR/L
The Suitcase Packing Activity: A New Evaluation of Hand Function by 1LT Matthew L. Baumann, DSc, OTR/L
Psychosocial Reactions to Upper Extremity Limb Salvage: A Cross-Sectional Study by 1LT Lindsay Sposato, DSc, OTR/L
Mobile Technology and the Military: Perceived Effects on Participation, Occupation, and Wellness by 1LT Joshua A. Springer, DSc, OTR/L

Graduating Class of 2015

Introducing Purposeful Activity Kits in a Military Hand Rehabilitation Practice by 1LT Laura B. Dy, DSc, OTR/L
Effects of an Occupational Therapy Hand Dominance Transfer Intervention on the M-16 Shooting Accuracy and Efficiency of Soldiers with Crossed Hand-Eye Dominance by CPT Michelle Luken, DSc, OTR/L
Musculoskeletal Injury Reporting of Army MEDCOM Personnel by 1LT Staci Molinar, DSc, OTR/L
The Lived Experience of Chronic Pain: Effect of an Educational Altered Eating Intervention on Pain, Quality of Life, and Routine by CPT Chelsea E. Mummert, DSc, OTR/L
Unilateral Hand Training on Functional Performance in Patients with Upper Extremity Trauma by 1LT Tara Troianello, DSc, OTR/L
Effects of Equine Assisted Therapy on PTSD Symptoms, Quality of Life, an Participation in Combat Veterans by 1LT Amelia L. Wilson, DSc, OTR/L