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Dr. Vert Mooney

U.S. Spine & Sport Foundation has conducted and assisted with many research projects over the last few years, including a project funded by the National Institutes of Health. Abstracts of some our recently published work are highlighted below:

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A preliminary report on the effect of measured strength training in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.

Back extension endurance and strength: Effect of variable angle roman chair exercise training.

Contribution of aerobic fitness and back strength to lift capacity.

Electromyographic (EMG) activity of the lumbar extensor muscles: Effect of angle and hand position during roman chair exercise.

Electromyographic activity of the trunk extensor muscles: Effect of varying hip position and lumbar posture during roman chair exercise.

Restorative exercise for clinical low back pain: A prospective 2-center study with 1-year follow-up.

Overview of Services:
U.S. Spine & Sport Foundation offers a variety of services related to the non-operative care of musculoskeletal disorders including:

  • Independently conduct original basic science research and clinical trials.

  • Develop experimental design, prepare institutional review board applications, and assist with data collection and analysis for collaborating entities.

  • Conduct an annual symposium and continuing education seminars for health providers, and local community health education seminars for the general public.
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