2005 Australian Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport
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Advances in the treatment of chondral defects of the knee using autologous chondrocyte implantation
Prof David Wood - University Of Western Australia

PATELLA BLOOD FLOW DISTURBANCE DURING MEDIAL AND LATERAL ARTHROTOMY IN TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY: A LASER DOPPLER FLOWMETRY STUDY
Dr Rochelle Nicholls - University Of Western Australia

 

Comparative Effects of High- Versus Low-Volume Resistance Training on the Neuromuscular Function of the Knee-Extensors in Young and Older Women
Mr Jack Cannon - Charles Sturt University

Resistance training, neuromuscular function and quality of life in rural and regional older adults
Dr Rylee Dionigi - Charles Sturt University

Below is a list of all papers accepted for podium presentation at this year's Conference.
Thursday 13 October

1100-1230
Clinical Free Papers: Knee
Sport Psychology Free Papers
1330-1500
Bone Health and Exercise Free Papers
Exercise Science Free Papers: Rehabilitation
Music Free Papers
Physical Activity Free Papers: Intersectoral PA Taskforces - Why are they successful
Physical Activity Free Papers: PA, Sedentary behaviours and BMI in Adults
Physical Activity Free Papers: Prevalence and Trends in PA in Children
1530-1700
Physical Activity Free Papers: Joined Up thinking - intersectoral collaboration in PA Promotion
Physical Activity Free Papers: Interventions with Children and Adolescents

Friday 14 October
0930-1030
Exercise and Health Free Papers
Medical Conditions in Athletes: Asthma and Diabetes Free Papers
1100-1230
Exercise and Ageing Free Papers
Clinical Free Papers: Tendon
The Elite Athlete Free Papers
Physical Activity Free Papers: Innovative Interventions with Adults
Physical Activity Free Papers: Community Programs for Older People
Physical Activity Free Papers: PA, Sedentary Behaviours and BMI in Children
1330-1500
Physical Activity Free Papers: Building on the activity script for GPs
Physical Activity Free Papers: Recruitment and Retention
Physical Activity Free Papers: Determinants and Planning Interventions for Young Children
1530-1700
Physical Activity Free Papers: PA and CVD - Studies from the General Practice
Physical Activity Free Papers: Working with Pedometers
Physical Activity Free Papers: Promoting Bone Health in Children
Saturday 15 October

0930-1030
Podiatry Free Papers
Nutrition and Performance Free Papers
Overtraining and Chronic Fatigue Free Papers
Clinical Free Papers: Shoulder
Physical Activity Free Papers: Walking to School
Physical Activity Free Papers: PA Programs with Women
Physical Activity Free Papers: Programs with Indigenous People
Sports Injury Prevention Free Papers: ACL
1100-1230
Exercise Physiology Free Papers
Physical Activity Free Papers: Travelsmart
Physical Activity Free Papers: Environments and SES
Physical Activity Free Papers: Determinants and planning interventions for teenagers
Sports Injury Prevention Free Papers: Injury Surveillance and Risk Factor Analysis
1330-1500
Sport Free Papers
Clinical Free Papers: ACL
Physical Activity Free Papers: Cycling
Physical Activity Free Papers: Determinants and Planning Interventions for Adults
Sports Injury Prevention Free Papers: Attitudes and Behaviours
1530-1700
Exercise Science Free Papers: Recovery
Sports Injury Prevention Free Papers: Strategies and Evaluations


Thursday October 13

Clinical Free Papers: Knee
Quadriceps muscle function is impaired in response to knee pain
Dr Kay Crossley - University Of Melbourne

Volume changes of articular cartilage and menisci of the knee joint introduced by distance running
A/Prof Erik Hohmann - Musculoskeletal Research Unit

Displacement measurement of meniscus lesions: a kinematic study of meniscal tear behaviour in vitro
Mr Jordan Kyle Webb - Centre For Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine, The University Of Melbourne

Sport Psychology Free Papers
Contact and non contact sports and sexual aggression within Australian sporting teams - a preliminary investigation
Ms Rosanne Coutts - Southern Cross University

Discrepancy between actual and ideal body image: Comparisons of university students
Dr Joann Lukins - James Cook University

Optimism, body-esteem and physical activity in young adolescents
Mr Dennis Smith - University Of South Australia

Effects of concurrent augmented feedback and discovery learning on novice rowers
A/Prof Warwick Spinks - James Cook University

The knowledge of youth performance soccer coaches in identifying talented young soccer players
Ms Kate Vrljic - The University Of Queensland

Bone Health and Exercise Free Papers
Assessment of bone strength at differentially-loaded skeletal regions in adolescent middle-distance runners
Mr David Greene - Australian Catholic University

The Relationship Between Erector Spinae and Psoas Muscle Size and Vertebral Bone Strength in Men with Normal and Low Bone Density
Ms Sonja Kukuljan - Deakin University

MRI Predicts Proximal Femur Failure Load in Simulated Falls on the Hip
Ms Sarah Manske - Department Of Orthopaedics

An algorithm to guide exercise prescription for the mnagement and prevention of osteoporosis and fractures
Mr Robin Daly - Deakin University

Exercise Science Free Papers: Rehabilitation
Changes To Trunk Muscle Activation Following ATM2 Exercise In People With Low Back Pain (LBP).
Prof Peter Hamer - University Of Notre Dame Australia

Cumulative Massage May Effect A Change In Functional Length Of Hamstring Musculature.
Prof Peter Hamer - University Of Notre Dame Australia

Physiotherapy versus home-based rehabilitation on outcomes following ACL reconstruction
A/Prof Erik Hohmann - Musculoskeletal Research Unit

THE EFFECT OF PROPRIOCEPTIVE NEUROMUSCULAR FACILITATION STRETCHING ON STIFFNESS OF THE ANKLE
Mr Sven Rees - University Of Technology, Sydney

The public health of Australians-A physiotherapy initiative
Mr David Spurrier - Mitcham Rehabilitation Clinic

KNEE FLEXOR STIFFNESS VARIES LINEARLY WITH LOAD
Mr Robert Stanton - School Of Health And Human Performance

Music Free Papers
Performance-related health issues in elite musicians Physical demands and health risk factors associated with playing a musical instrument
Dr Bronwen Ackermann - Musicphysio Consultancy

Performance-related health issues in elte musicians The role of rest in the rehabilitation of musicians' injuries – comparisons between the sports and music medicine literature
Dr Bronwen Ackermann - Musicphysio Consultancy

Performance-related health issues in elite musicians Physical characteristics, pain patterns and playing action in skilled violinists
Dr Roger Adams - School Of Physiotherapy, Sydney University

Performance-related health issues in elite musicians Systematic review of treatment for music performance anxiety
A/Prof Dianna Kenny - Australian Centre For Applied Research In Music Performance

Developing a Quantitative Measure for Focal Hand Dystonia in Stringed Instrumentalists
Ms Ilka Kolodziej - University Of Sydney

Intersectoral PA Taskforces - Why are they successful Free Papers
Intersectoral Physical Activity Taskforces - Why and How Do They Work? Do They Promote Innovation? Are They Successful?
Mrs Natasha Sherwood - NSW Premier's Council For Active Living

PA, Sedentary Behaviours and BMI in Adults Free Papers
DOES PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ATTENUATE THE RISK OF ABNORMAL GLUCOSE TOLERANCE IN OVERWEIGHT AND OBESE MEN AND WOMEN?
Mr David Dunstan - The University Of Queensland

Long-term changes in leisure time physical activity (LTPA) among Australian adults
Mrs Dafna Merom - NSW Centre For Physical Activity And Health

Associations between Occupational Sitting Time and Overweight and Obesity in Male and Female Australian Workers
Prof Kerry Mummery - Central Queensland Univeristy

Active Nutrition Script – A double-edged sword for lifestyle prescription in General Practice.
Ms Kate Singleton - The Victorian Council On Fitness And General Health

Prevalence and Trends in PA in Children
Trends in children’s active commuting, school sport and physical education in high and low socioeconomic status areas of Melbourne, Victoria: 1985-2001
Ms Verity Cleland - Menzies Research Institute

Are pre-school children meeting current Australian physical activity recommendations?
Mr Dylan Cliff - University Of Wollongong

Trends in physical activity behaviours and attitudes among South Australian youth between 1985 and 2004
Ms Nicole Lewis - University Of South Australia

ACTIVE ENOUGH, BUT TOO INACTIVE: YOUNG PEOPLE AND THE NEW AUSTRALIAN ACTIVITY GUIDELINES
A/Prof Tim OLDS - University Of South Australia

The Young and the Restful - The Effects of Recreational Choices and Demographic Factors on Children's Participation in Sport.
Mr Mike Stratton - National Centre For Culture And Recreation Statistics

Joined Up thinking - intersectoral collaboration in PA Promotion Free Papers
A Partnership Approach to Joined Up Thinking - Guidance for Strategic Planning Targeting Physical Activity
Ms Debbie Curgenven - Sport And Recreation New Zealand (SPARC)

The risks and rewards of creating a contestable investment approach for Local Government
Mr Richard Lindsay - Sport And Recreation New Zealand (SPARC)

Governments in partnership:policy implementation for physical activity promotion.
Ms Katherine Koesasi - Department Of Human Services

Developing a Physical Activity Network in the Asia Pacific Region – The Challenge
Ms Stephanie Schoeppe - NSW Centre For Physical Activity And Health, University Of Sydney

Be Active Australia: A Framework for Health Sector Action for Physical Activity 2005-2010
Mr Michael Tilse - National Public Health Partnership

Interventions with Children and Adolescents Free Papers
Activating Education for Kiwi Kids – the New Zealand Approach
Miss Catherine Clark - Sport And Recreation New Zealand

Combining qualitative and quantitative research to develop and evaluate physical activity interventions with children.
Dr Colin MacDougall - Flinders University

Influence of a health education intervention on physical activity and screen inactivity ion Irish primary school children-Switch Off-Get Active
Dr Niamh Murphy - Waterford Institute Of Technology Ireland And Centre For Physical Activity And H

Out of school hours sport as a physical activity intervention: Promoting innovation and measuring impact
Mr James O'Meara - University Of Ballarat

Effects of a 16-month school based intervention on physical activity and cardiovascular fitness: Action Schools! BC
Ms Sarah Manske - University Of British Columbia, Canada

Outcomes of an RCT to promote children’s physical activity, reduce sedentary behaviour and prevent unhealthy weight gain: Switch-Play
Dr Jo Salmon - Centre For Physical Activity & Nutrition Research, Deakin University

Success of 'be active - Play Again', a statewide physical activity campaign for children aged 8-12 years.
Mr Mark Williams - Department Of Health, South Australia


Friday October 14

Exercise and Health Free Papers
Monophasic oral contraceptives use does not affect isokinetic torque-position curves in young women
Mr Robert Stanton - School Of Health And Human Performance

The Effects of Twelve Weeks Low Intensity Resistance Training on Respiratory Measures in Obese Individuals.
Ms Rosalind Beavers - Southern Cross University

ACUTE EXERCISE REDUCES VASCULAR REACTIVITY TO MENTAL CHALLENGE IN OFFSPRING OF HYPERTENSIVE FAMILIES
A/Prof Stephen Boutcher - University Of New South Wales

A pilot study into the prospective benefits of a walking program conducted on soft dry sand compared with a firm surface
Hugh Pinnington -

Medical Conditions in Athletes: Asthma and Diabetes Free Papers
The incidence of exercise-induced bronchospasm in sub-elite Australian rules footballers
A/Prof Peter Brukner - University Of Melbourne

Become an asthma friendly sports club: The development of an interactive CD-ROM resource
Mr Paul Klarenaar - Northern Sydney Health Promotion

Myocardial afterload is significantly elevated post maximal exercise in normotensive patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Mr James Scott -

Effects of Different Modes of Exercise Training on Glucose Regulation and Blood Lipids in Type 2 Diabetics – a Meta-Analysis
Mr Neil Snowling - Auckland University Of Technology

Exercise and Ageing Free Papers
The Relationship Between Oxygen Consumption And Muscle Oxygenation During A Ramp Test To Exhaustion In Well-Trained Young And Masters Cyclists.
Mr Ben Dascombe - Central Queensland University

Physiological And Biochemical Variables Affect 30 Minute Time Trial Performance In Well-Trained Young And Masters Cyclists.
Mr Ben Dascombe - Central Queensland University

Muscle soreness after downhill running: a preliminary study into the influence of age on perceived soreness
Mr James Fell - University Of Tasmania

The UPLIFT study: Using progressive resistance training to promote the mental health of older people in the primary care setting
Ms Jane Sims -

A COMPARISON BETWEEN THE EFFECTS OF RESPIRATORY MUSCLE TRAINING AND EXERCISE TRAINING IN OLDER FEMALES
Dr Mark Watsford - University Of Technology, Sydney

Circuit training to improve daily function in the elderly
Dr Robina Ann Cummins - School Of Sport And Exercise Science, Waikato Institute Of Technology

Clinical Free Papers: Tendon
Painful tendons with normal imaging; are they a true clinical diagnosis?
Dr Jill Cook - La Trobe University

Factors Associated with Patellar Tendinopathy among a Cohort of Volleyball Players
Mr Peter Malliaras - LaTrobe University

Factors Associated with Change in Imaging Abnormality among a Cohort of Volleyball Players
Mr Peter Malliaras - LaTrobe University

The use of Aprotinin injections in chronic tendinopathy: risks and benefits
Dr John Orchard - University Of New South Wales

Clinical studies of topical glyceryl trinitrate treatment in chronic tendinopathies
Dr Justin Paoloni - Orthopaedic Research Institute

Are patellar tendon features altered with tendinopathy?
Mr Andrew Simons - Centre For Health, Exercise And Sports Medicine

Therapeutic Laser and Running Exercise Promote Tendo-Achilles Healing: A Rat Model
Prof Gabriel Ng - The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

The Elite Athelete Free Papers
Ability Of Performance-Test Measures To Predict Competitive Performance In Elite Swimmers
Miss Megan Anderson - Australian Institute Of Sport/University Of Canberra

MULTIDISCIPLINE TRAINING INTERFERES WITH MOTOR LEARNING IN TRIATHLETES
Mr Andrew Chapman - The University Of Queensland

Factors differentiating acceleration performance in field sport athletes
Mr Robert Lockie - University Of Technology, Sydney

The effect of Tribulus terrestris on urinary steroid profiles and the||physiological adaptations to pre-season training in elite rugby league players.
Mr Shane Rogerson - Southern Cross University

THE EFFECT OF PRE-EXERCISE WARM-UP AND STRETCHING ON SPRINTING PERFORMANCE IN JUNIOR ELITE RUGBY LEAGUE PLAYERS
Mr Matthew Stewart - SportsPhysio West

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN RESPIRATORY MUSCLE STRENGTH AND RUNNING PERFORMANCE IN ELITE AUSTRALIAN RULES ATHLETES
Dr Mark Watsford - University Of Technology, Sydney

Physical Activity Free Papers: Innovative Interventions with Adults
Predictors of increased physical activity levels following participation in a general practice based intervention
Ms Christine Armit - School Of Human Movement Studies, UQ

Have A Try! A Community-based Progressive Resistance Training Program Designed for Older Australians
Ms Elizabeth Cyarto - School Of Human Movement Studies

The dissemination of a community-based physical activity intervention across Queensland: The case of 10,000 Steps
Prof Kerry Mummery - Central Queensland Univeristy

Assessing Physical Activity In General Practice: Evaluating The Feasibility, Reliability And Validity Of Two Short Instruments Within Symposia: Physical Activity and Vascular Disease in the General Practice Setting
Mr Ben Smith - School Of Public Health, University Of Sydney

SUCCESSFULLY INCREASING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY BEHAVIOR AFTER REHABILITATION
Mr Hidde Van Der Ploeg - VU University Medical Center

EFFICACY OF A COMPUTER-TAILORED INTERVENTION FOR INCREASING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN A SEQUENTIAL OR SIMULATANEOUS INTERVENTION MODE
Dr Corneel Vandelanotte - Ghent University

Physical Activity Free Papers: Community Programs for Older People
Osteoporosis Prevention and Management Program in the Vietnamese Community
Ms Natalie Chahine - Western Region Health Centre

Promoting Lifeball to older Australians
Ms Sue Green - Hunter New England Area Health Service

A 10-Week Intervention Program Assessing The Effectiveness Of Exercise On Depression, Anxiety And General Well-Being In Australian Vietnam Veterans.
Miss Briana Harvey - Australian Catholic University

Canberra Active Living Model - an ACT Actively Ageing Initiative
Ms Dale Inabinet - Sport & Recreation Development, Sport And Recreation ACT

Moving Further - A Qualitative Evaluation of a Dance and Creative Movement Programme for Older People in the Hospital and Community Setting.
Ms Shirley O'Shea - Health Promotion Dept, Health Services Executive

Able & Stable: Falls Prevention Exercise Program
Ms Deborah Pascoe - University Of Ballarat

Community controlled physical activity/walking programs in the Northern Territory
Ms Lisa Fox - National Heart Foundation - NT Division

Physical Activity Free Papers: PA, Sedentary Behaviours and BMI in Children
Prevalence of obesity and its relation to perceived activity levels in young Indigenous Australian children
Dr Rebecca Abbott - School Of Human Movement Studies, The University Of Queensland

Family Influences On The Critical Window Of Health Related Behaviour After School
A/Prof Geraldine Naughton - Australian Catholic University

AETIOLOGY OF OVERWEIGHT CHILDREN IN A DEVELOPING COUNTRY
Prof Kevin Norton - University Of South Australia

A CENTURY OF CHILDHOOD OVERWEIGHT AND OBESITY IN AUSTRALIA
Prof Kevin Norton - University Of South Australia

SEDENTARY BEHAVIOURS Among nsw school students: sTRUCTURE, PREVALENCE AND DISTRIBUTION
Mr Tony Okely - Faculty of Education

Physical Activity Free Papers: Building on the activity script for GPs
A physical activity referral model, developed from a public-private partnership.
Miss Aimee Black - Whitehorse Division Of General Practice

Creating sustainable service systems that enable GPs to participate in Health Promotion. general practice interventions
Ms Jane Measday - West Vic Division Of General Practice

Outcomes of GP referrals/clearance to Heartmoves programs. Within Symposium: Physical Activity and Vascular Disease in the General Practice Setting
Dr Amanda Nagle - National Heart Foundation Of Australia

Active Script: ‘Making an Impact’ - Connecting GPs to physical activity providers
Mrs Tracey Roebuck - General Practice Association Of Geelong

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ADVICE AND GREEN PRESCRIPTIONS IN A PRIMARY CARE SETTING: A POPULATION STUDY
Dr Grant Schofield - Auckland University Of Technology

Physical Activity Free Papers: Recruitment and Retention
Recruitment and retention in a physical activity intervention for insufficiently active 65 to 75 year old adults
Dr Ann Clarke - Curtin University Of Technology

Maximising Response Rates in Research Studies: the Use of Incentives
Ms Jacinta Francis - School Of Population Health, University Of Western Australia

Reaching those most in need: Optimising participant recruitment and retention in the SPARC project
Dr Alison Marshall - The University Of Queensland

Physical Activity Free Papers: Determinants and Planning Interventions for Young Children
New Zealand Primary School Physical Activity Project: Changes in Child and Parents' Perceptions of Physical Education and Physical Activity
Ms Vicki Cowley - Christchurch College Of Education

Do parental concerns about children's inactivity translate into action?
Dr Michelle Jackson - Centre For Physical Activity And Nutrition Research (C-PAN), School Of Exercise

Active movement in the 0-5 years age group: Findings from consultation with the early childhood education sector and other stakeholders
Prof Gregory Kolt - Auckland University of Technology, Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition Re

Socio-environmental correlates of physical activity behavior in young Brisbane primary school children
Prof Doune Macdonald - School of Human Movement Studies, The University Of Queensland

Active Schools = Active Kids?
Ms Karen Martin - The University Of Western Australia

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY OPPORTNUITIES IN SCHOOLS: FINDINGS FROM THE TEACHERS AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY STUDY (TAPAS)
Dr Amanda Telford - Division Of Exercise Sciences RMIT University

Where do children usually play? A qualitative study of parents' perceptions of influences on children's active free-play
Ms Jenny Veitch - Deakin University, Centre For Physical Activity And Nutrition Research

Physical Activity Free Papers: PA and CVD - Studies from the General Practice
Changes in cardiovascular health, well-being and physical activity: results from a 12-week general practice based intervention
Ms Christine Armit - School Of Human Movement Studies, UQ

Diabetes Education Physical Activity Module – Incorporation of Active Script Symposia: General Practice Interventions
Miss Aimee Black - Whitehorse Division Of General Practice

Physical activity recommendations for people with cardiovascular disease – A National Heart Foundation of Australia policy
Mr Tony Briffa - National Heart Foundation

Physical Activity and Vascular Disease in the general practice setting
Mr Tony Stubbs - National Heart Foundation

Physical activity and depression in people with coronary heart disease
Ms Michelle Walsh - School Of Human Movement, Recreation And Performance, Victoria University

Physical Activity Free Papers: Working with Pedometers
HOME AND SCHOOL PEDOMETER STEPS IN PRIMARY SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN
Ms Michele Cox - Auckland University Of Technology

INFLUENCE OF GRADE AND PACE ON PEDOMETER ACCURACY DURING TREADMILL WALKING
Mr Robert Crowther - James Cook University

Pedometer steps and body composition in New Zealand primary-aged children
Mr Scott Duncan - Auckland University Of Technology

Using seven-day-memory pedometers to assess physical activity in NZ adolescents: Results from the Girls ABC Study
Mr Grant Schofield - Auckland University Of Technology

How to count non-step activity in daily step counts
Ms Ruth Miller - Queensland Health

Physical Activity Free Papers: Promoting Bone Health in Children
The Contribution of Jump Rope for Heart to the Physical Activity Levels of Australian Schoolchildren
Ms Sue Aspinall - National Heart Foundation

Action Schools! BC: Daily physical activity increases bone strength in prepubertal boys
Dr Karim Khan - Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia

Promoting physical activity in Irish teenage girls-an intervention with a focus on bone health
Dr Niamh Murphy - Waterford Institute Of Technology Ireland And Centre For Physical Activity And H


Saturday October 15

Podiatry Free Papers
Efficacy of Motion Control Shoes in Exhausted Runners: A 3-dimensional Kinematics Analysis
Mr Roy Tsz-Hei Cheung - Hong Kong Polytechnic University & United Christian Hospital

Are Plantar Pressures Related to the Daily Physical Activity Levels in Pre-School Children?
Ms Karen Mickle - University Of Wollongong

FOOT ORTHOSES FUNCTION AND ALTERATION IN SENSORY INPUT
Mr Craig Payne - La Trobe University

PREDICTORS OF A RESPONSE TO WINDLASS MECHANISM ENHANCING RUNNING SHOES
Mr Craig Payne - La Trobe University

Does the Low Arch Foot Perform Differently to the Normal Arch Foot in Basic Functional Tasks?
Ms Dara Twomey - University Of New South Wales

Nutrition and Performance Free Papers
Acute hormonal responses during a single bout of resistance exercise following liquid CHO/EAA ingestion
Mr Stephen P. Bird - Charles Sturt University

EFFECTS OF THREE DAYS MAGNESIUM SUPPLEMENTATION ON ANAEROBIC EXERCISE PERFORMANCE
Dr Melissa Crowe - James Cook University

Do skinfolds accurately assess changes in body fat in obese adolescents?
A/Prof Daniel Green - The University Of Western Australia

Natural Killer Cell Numbers and Natural Killer Cytotoxic Activity after Six Weeks of Testosterone Enanthate Administration In Healthy Young Males.
Dr Sonya Marshall-Gradisnik - Southern Cross University

The effect of short-term use of testosterone enanthate on muscular strength and power in healthy young males.
Mr Shane Rogerson - Southern Cross University

Effect of Pseudoephedrine and a Combination of Pseudoephedrine and Caffeine on Muscular Strength Performance in Young Active Men.
Mr Aaron Silk - Southern Cross University

Overtraining and Chronic Fatigue Free Papers
Heart rate monitored walking as an intervention for patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Ms Rosanne Coutts - Southern Cross University

The fatigued athlete: an audit of pathology tests versus clinical diagnosis
Simon Locke - Sunnybank Sports Medicine Clinic

Practical tests for monitoring fatigue and recovery in triathletes
Ms Katie Slattery - University OfTechnology, Sydney

The efficacy of psychological state measures for the early detection of overreaching
Mr Lee Wallace - University Of Technology, Sydney

Exercise prescription for individuals suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome
Dr Karen Wallman - University Of Western Australia

Does graded exercise reduce variability in symptoms and physical capabilities in chronic fatigue syndrome?
Dr Karen Wallman - University Of Western Australia

Clinical Free Papers: Shoulder
Surgical stabilization of the unstable shoulder in athletes. Is there a role for arthroscopy?
Dr Daniel Biggs - Central West Orthopaedics

Measuring for anterior, inferior and posterior shoulder translation
Mr Shih-Chung Cheng - Division Of Orthopaedic & Accident Surgery, University Of Nottingham

The effectiveness of arthroscopic versus open shoulder stabilization for traumatic anterior glenohumeral instability
Mr Choong Wei Ng - Center For Health, Exercise And Sports Medicine, School Of Physiotherapy, The Un

Shoulder Laxity and Impingement in Elite Swimmers
Dr Mya Lay Sein - UNSW Sports Medicine Program

A prospective investigation of shoulder pain in Australian competitive swimmers
Ms Helen Walker - CHESM

Physical Activity Free Papers: Walking to School
HOW DOES OBJECTIVELY-MEASURED ROAD SAFETY INFLUENCE ACTIVE TRANSPORT AMONG ADOLESCENTS?
Mrs Alison Carver - Centre For Physical Activity And Nutrition Research, Deakin University

Walking to school: A potential source of physical activity for parents
Miss Rachel Cole - Public Health Services

TRAVEL BEHAVIOURS AMONG NSW SCHOOL STUDENTS: STRUCTURE, PREVALENCE AND DISTRIBUTION
Mr Tony Okely - Faculty of Education

Individual, Social And Environmental Correlates Of Active Transport To School Among 10-12 Year-Old Children
Dr Anna Timperio - Deakin University

Physical Activity Free Papers: PA Programs with Women
Type of exercise determines short and long-term health benefits of a swim and walk program in older women. The SWEAT 2 Study
Dr Kay Lorraine Cox - University Of Western Australia

Aqua aerobics for women living in Public housing estates that celebrated women’s well-being and community connectedness.
Miss Mary Enkababian - Macarthur Health Service

Characteristics of successful physical activity programs for women: What the local council believes.
Dr Clare Maree Hanlon - Victoria University

Effectiveness of a holistic health program for women
Mrs Michelle Jorna - Deakin University

Subjective experience of women participants in physical activity: A flow perspective
Ms Jessica Lee - School Of Human Movement Studies, The University Of Queensland

Physical Activity Free Papers: Programs with Indigenous People
Barriers to physical activity in young Indigenous Australian children
Dr Rebecca Abbott - School Of Human Movement Studies, The University Of Queensland

PHYSICALLY ACTIVE KOORI COMMUNITIES: THE RESULTS OF A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH
Ms Meghan Casey - University Of Ballarat

Strategic delivery of Physical Activities to remote communities/indigenous students in the Northern Territory
Mr Rodney GREGG - Health Promoting Schools NT

Maori physical activity; a comparative study of indigenous peoples, ethnic minorities and the general population
Dr Michael J Hamlin - Lincoln University

Sports Injury Prevention Free Papers: ACL
DOES RUNNING-ON AFTER LANDING ELICIT PROTECTIVE LOWER LIMB NEUROMUSCULAR PATTERNS: IMPLICATIONS FOR ACL INJURY PREVENTION?
Ms Karen Mickle - University Of Wollongong

DOES LANDING TRAINING WITH AUDIO BIOFEEDBACK ALTER LANDING MECHANICS IN UNINJURED ATHLETES?
Dr Bridget Munro - University Of Wollongong

The risk of cruciate ligament reconstruction in the community in Australian states
Dr John Orchard - University Of New South Wales

An investigation of neuromuscular characteristics for two intervention programs in an attempt to reduce ACL injury risk in netball
Ms Natalie Saunders - University Of Ballarat

Exercise Physiology Free Papers
Very high-intensity exercise decreases MCT1 and MCT4 content in human skeletal muscle
Dr David Bishop - School Of Human Movement And Exercise Science

Effect of high-intensity exercise training on MCT1 and MCT4 content in human skeletal muscle
Dr David Bishop - School Of Human Movement And Exercise Science

CATECHOLAMINE AND LACTATE RESPONSE TO HIGH INTENSITY INTERMITTENT CYCLE EXERCISE
A/Prof Stephen Boutcher - University Of New South Wales

Endothelial Function is Exercise More Important than Estrogen in Postmenopausal Women?
Dr Magnus Hagmar - Karolinska University Hospital

ANALYSIS OF THE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF TASKS UNDERTAKEN BY AUSTRALIAN INFANTRY SOLDIERS AND AIRFIELD DEFENCE GUARDS
Mr Daniel Ham - University Of Ballarat

Influence of body position on physiological responses during graded maximal arm ergometry
Dr Anthony Leicht - Institute Of Sport And Exercise Science, James Cook University

Exercise training effects on body composition and diastolic function in obese adolescents
Mrs Louise Naylor - University Of Western Australia

Study of plasma HDLc ( HDL2c – HDL3c ) and TC in the university trained and untrained students
Mr Ali Akbar Rohani - Azad University Of Eslamshahr

Physical Activity Free Papers: Travelsmart
How personalised travel behaviour change techniques (TravelSmart) increased physical activity by 2 million hours per annum in WA
Mr Colin Ashton-Graham - Department For Planning And Infrastructure WA

Engaging non-health sector partners: Community gatekeepers' perceptions of motivators and barriers to active transport
Miss Rachel Cole - Public Health Services

Sustainable Transport incorporating Corporate Health Programs that promote walking and cycling – WalkSmart & CycleSmart.
Miss Emma Dean - Department Of Infrastructure

TravelSmart - an innovative solution to inactivity through greener travel
Mr Liam McKay - Queensland Transport

Making Maps Work Developing an Integrated Sustainable Transport Mapping System for Melbourne
Mr Damon Rao - Department Of Infrastructure

How are you travelling? Active Transport as a way of achieving thirty minutes of physical activity a day
Mr Richard Zoeller - SESIAHS

Physical Activity Free Papers: Environments and SES
Socioeconomic inequalities in leisure-time walking: Are poor environments to blame?
Dr Kylie Ball - Deakin University

Environmental factors associated with 'sufficient' physical activity among older women in the Western suburbs of Melbourne
Prof Steve Bird - Centre For Population Health

Reliability and Concurrent Validity of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) for Measuring Distance Travelled and Route Taken During Active Transportation
Mr Mitch Duncan - Central Queensland Univerisity

Ecological determinants of Physical Activity in Hong Kong
Professor David Johns - Chinese University Of HK

The role of psychosocial factors in explaining socio-economic differences in physical activity participation
Dr Philayrath Phongsavan - Centre For Physical Activity And Health

Physical Activity Free Papers: Determinants and planning interventions for teenagers
Innovative strategy development- why young people are Up4it
Mr Trevor Shilton - National Heart Foundation (WA)

How much does the school policy environment influence children’s self-reported physical activity?
Ms Verity Cleland - Menzies Research Institute

The moderating effect of the environment on change in children’s physical activity over time
Ms Clare Hume - Deakin University

Using qualitative methodology to investigate young people's participation in physical activity
Ms Jessica Lee - School Of Human Movement Studies, The University Of Queensland

Planning and research, advocacy and implementation: A new healthy lifestyles program for every child in WA
Ms Jennifer Riatti - Premier's Physical Activity Taskforce WA

YOUNG PEOPLE’S USE-OF-TIME DURING THE CRITICAL WINDOW PERIOD (3:30 pm - 6:00 PM) ON SCHOOL DAYS
Ms Kate Ridley - Flinders University

Family and neighborhood environments and adolescents’ objectively assessed physical activity: the Nepean Cohort study.
Dr Jo Salmon - Centre For Physical Activity & Nutrition Research, Deakin University

Sports Injury Prevention Free Papers: Injury Surveillance and Risk Factor Analysis
Low preseason balance ability is a risk factor for ankle ligament injuries for elite Australian rules footballers
Dr Con Hrysomallis - Victoria University

Injury Risks in Rugby Union
Mr Andrew McIntosh - School Of Safety Science, University Of NSW

Investigating the Tackle in Rugby Union
Mr Trevor Savage - School Of Safety Science, University Of NSW

Adolescent fast bowling injuries in club cricket
Ms Debra Shirley - The University Of Sydney

Predictors of return to play following hamstring strain in elite Australian football players.
Mr Price Warren - Centre For Health, Exercise And Sports Medicine

Injury rates in boxing: how do they compare with other sports?
Miss Tsharni Zazryn - Monash Unviersity

Sport Free Papers
ASSESSING MUSCLE ACTIVITY OF THE UPPER THIGH DURING KICKING USING MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING (MRI)
Ms Kara Baczkowski - Castlereigh Imaging

DEVELOPMENT OF SYMPTOMATIC L4 PARS LESIONS IN FAST BOWLERS IS NOT RELATED TO PRE-EXISTING L5 DEFECTS OR BOWLING ARM SIDE.
Mr Craig Engstrom - The University Of Queensland

Numerical Analysis Of Concussive Head Impacts In Rugby And Australian Rules Football
Dr Bertrand Frechede - School Of Safety Science, UNSW

The WTA Tour Ten-Year Age Eligibility and Progfessional Development Review
Ms Kathy Martin - WTA Tour

The effect of previous lower limb injury on leg stiffness in AFL players
Dr Aron Murphy - University Of Technology, Sydney

SEASONAL TRAINING LOADS FOR PROFESSIONAL AFL PLAYERS: WHERE TO FROM HERE?
Mr Brett Burton - University Of South Australia

A comparison between clinical and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) assessment of acute hamstring injuries
Dr Michal Schneider-Kolsky - Monash University

Clinical Free Papers: ACL
What is the association between knee functionality and hamstring antagonist activation in ACL deficient and ACL reconstructed patients?
Mr Adam Bryant - Centre For Health, Exercise And Sports Medicine, School Of Physiotherapy, The Un

The psychological recovery of athletes following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
Ms Jennifer Langford - La Trobe University

Long term outcome of endoscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with patellar tendon autograft. Results at 13 years.
Mrs Lucy Salmon - Australian Institute Of Musculoskeletal Research

The Higher Incidence of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries in Females is Not Due to Direct Ligament Effects of Estrogen
Dr Stuart Warden - Indiana Univeristy

Knee Ligament Healing is Accelerated by Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound and Delayed by a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Dr Stuart Warden - Indiana Univeristy

Does a history of anterior knee pain influence the outcome of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction?
Dr Kate Webster - Musculoskeletal Research Centre La Trobe University

Physical Activity Free Papers: Cycling
RIDE TO WORK AND BEYOND! MAXIMISING THE BEHAVIOUR CHANGE IMPACTS OF AN ACTIVE TRANSPORT EVENT
Ms Sabina Wills - Bicycle Victoria

Evaluation of the Perth Bike to Work Breakfast 2000-2004
Dr Alexandra McManus - Curtin University Of Technology

Advocacy in Action: Cycling Promotion Alliance
Ms Rosemarie Speidel - Cycling Promotion Fund

Determinants and Planning Interventions for Adults Free Papers
Profiling for physical activity –identifying market segments to set priorities
Mr Richard Crane - Department Of Health Western Australia

Adopting a user-centred approach to developing a physical activity website
Miss Shannon Ferney - School Of Human Movement Studies, The University Of Queensland

Obstacles to Action - discovering the motivators and barriers to physical activity participation in New Zealand
Ms Deb Hurdle - Sport And Recreation New Zealand (SPARC)

User Engagement in the Health-eSteps Website: Process Evaluation
Ms Rebekah Steele - Central Queensland University

Could owning a dog be a way to increase physical activity
Ms Hayley Cutt - The University of Western Australia

Sports Injury Prevention Free Papers: Attitudes and Behaviours
Perceptions of injury prevention in community level netball and Australian Rules football players.
Mrs Fiona Bennett - School Of HM&SS, University Of Ballarat

EFFECTS OF WARMING-UP ON RISK OF INJURY IN SPORTING PERFORMANCE: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Ms Andrea Fradkin - Monash University

Individual risk management strategies in basketball and hockey
Ms Judy Swan - School Of HMSS, University Of Ballarat

The risk management knowledge of basketball coaches and their influence on the injury prevention strategies of their players.
Mr Stephen Ramage - School Of HMSS, University Of Ballarat

Parental perceptions of sports injury risk
Ms Jennie Garnham - School Of HMSS, University Of Ballarat

Slippery Slopes: Injury Risk Perceptions of Skiers and Snowboarders In Relation To Fatigue, Alcohol and Drug Use
Dr Shauna Sherker - NSW Injury Risk Management Research Centre

Exercise Science Free Papers: Recovery
A comparison of different recovery practices during the half-time of a simulated team sport match on subsequent repeated sprint ability
Dr Aaron Coutts - University Of Technology, Sydney

Effects of ice bath immersion on recovery from anaerobic exercise
Dr Melissa Crowe - James Cook University

Effect of post-exercise recovery procedures on 72 hour recovery following strenuous stairclimb running
Dr Brian Dawson - University Of Western Australia

A Cross-over Trial on the Effects of Gradient Compression Garments (SportSkins™) during Exercise and Recovery.
Dr Stephen Lambert - Unversity Clinic, Westmead

Comparison of the effectiveness of oral and intravenous rehydration in recovery following exercise
Mr Andrew Jonathan Neal - The University Of Melbourne

Mechanomyography; Lasers for non-invasive quantification of muscle recovery from exercise induced fatigue
Mr Nicholas Andrew Daffyd Rosser - University Of Wollongong

Ice water immersion and delayed onset muscle soreness: a randomised controlled trial
Dr Kylie Sellwood -

Sports Injury Prevention Free Papers: Strategies and Evaluations
Measuring the Success of ‘SafeClub’: Can Risk Management Training Improve Community Sports Safety?
Mr Paul Klarenaar - Northern Sydney Central Coast Health

A controlled evaluation of a squash eyewear promotion strategy
Dr Rochelle Eime - University Of Ballarat

SHOULD WE SPEND THE MONEY? - THE METHOD USED TO DETERMINE INVESTMENT IN A FOOTBALL COMMUNITY INJURY PREVENTION PROGRAMME
Mr Simon Gianotti - Accident Comphensation Corporation

The Junior Australian Football Safety Study (JAFSS): Injury Patterns and Future Suggestions for Injury Prevention
Ms Maria Romiti - University Of New South Wales


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