Eric McQuaid

Advanced Master's Higher Education Option in Athletic Training

Undergraduate degree: B.S. in Athletic Training, Northern Michigan University
Plans after graduating: Work in the field of Athletic Training at the University level and go on into the Education aspect of the profession as a Clinical Coordinator or Program Director

Student Research

Current Projects

Directed Research: Is there a relationship between a static postural assessment and functional performance? Derek Allison, Advanced Master's Program.

Directed Research: The Effects of Foot Orthotics on Dynamic Posture Control as Measured by the Matscan System. Joseph Cacciatore, Entry Level Master's Program.

Thesis title: Limitations in current movement analysis: a Dynamic Systems approach. Arnau Galobardes I Tuneu, Entry-Level Master's Program.

Directed Research: The Effects of Foot Orthotics on Static Posture as Measured by the Biotonix Bioprint. Nicole Titmas, Entry-Level Master's Program.

Completed Projects - Master's Theses

Gender Differences in Internal and External Tibial Rotation Torque and Valgus Knee Angle During Vertical Jump Landing.
Katherine Bello, second year Plymouth State University student, Entry Level Athletic Training Program

The effect of a six-week core stability training intervention on muscle activation of the external oblique abdominal muscles.
Stephanie Gale, second year Plymouth State University student, Entry Level Athletic Training Program

Postural control of injured vs. uninjured athletes during a dynamic and static stance.
Miranda Osgood, second year Plymouth State University student, Entry Level Athletic Training Program

The effect of ankle bracing on postural stabilization during dynamic landing.
Chris Viesselman, first year Plymouth State University student, Advanced Athletic Training Master's Program