Participants are needed for a research study conducted by Cole Geschwender in the Biomechanics Laboratory at Ball State University under the supervision of Dr. Clark Dickin. This study has been approved by the BSU IRB (#2242213). Full completion of the study will be awarded a $20 Tango Gift Card.
Why:
- To examine the influence of reaction time on joint mechanics and forces during a sidestep cut.
Who:
- Recreational or competitive athletes between the ages of 18-35 who actively participate in soccer, football, rugby, field hockey, basketball, or lacrosse. Active participation is at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise towards the specific sport
- You must be free from orthopedic or neurological conditions that would limit ability to run or cut at maximal speed
- No previous ligament injury or surgery on either leg, current lower limb pain or injury
What:
- You will be asked to complete one data collection session
- You will be asked to perform unanticipated sidestep cuts both to the right and left
- Cuts will be in response to a displayed image telling you to either cut, stop, or continue straight
20-30 total cuts
- Total time commitment approximately 90 minutes
- You will be asked to perform a series of reaction time tasks
- You will be required to wear compressive clothing during testing (provided by Ball State Biomechanics Laboratory)
- You will be asked to complete a Health History Questionnaire
- $20 Tango Gift Card will be awarded for participants who complete the study
Where:
- Biomechanics Laboratory at Ball State University (HP 311)
- Parking available if coming from off campus
For more information, please contact Cole Geschwender (cole.geschwender@bsu.edu)