Coastal Scholar Repository
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What is Coastal Scholar?
Coastal Scholar is the institutional repository for the College of Coastal Georgia that facilitates access to the research, creative works, publications and teaching materials of the College by collecting, sharing and archiving content selected and deposited by faculty, researchers, staff and affiliated contributors.
How can I add my scholarly content to Coastal Scholar?
Faculty, researchers and departments can use Coastal Scholar to set up collections and deposit content. To inquire about establishing a new collection or becoming a submitter or if you have questions or problems, please contact us at (912) 279-5782.
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Item Item Item FMS In-line Lunge Performance Predictor: Balance & ROM(2025-12)This study examined how balance and joint mobility relate to movement quality in college-aged students. The purpose was to determine which of these factors best predicts performance on the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) in-line lunge which is a test used to assess stability, control, and coordination. Participants, ages 18–22, from the College of Coastal Georgia completed the Balance Error Scoring System (BESS) to assess balance and goniometer measurements to evaluate lower-extremity range of motion (ROM) at the hips, knees, and ankles. Movement quality was scored on a 0–3 scale using the FMS in-line lunge. Results supported the hypothesis: participants with fewer BESS errors and greater joint ROM achieved higher in-line lunge scores. Statistical analyses, including descriptive statistics, correlations, and ordinal logistic regression, showed that lower-extremity balance had the strongest predictive value for lunge performance. These findings emphasize the importance of balance and mobility in overall movement quality. Understanding how these factors influence functional performance can help students, trainers, and healthcare professionals design effective training and rehabilitation programs to enhance stability, reduce injury risk, and promote better movement patterns in active young adults.Item A Comparative Evaluation of Knees-Over-Toes and Knees-Behind-Toes Exercise Protocols on Improving Functional Movement Screen Scores from 2 to 3(2025-12)This study aimed to evaluate the effects of two different home exercise interventions on Functional Movement Screen (FMS) deep squat performance over a six-week period. Ten participants were divided into two groups following distinct exercise plans. Plan 1 incorporated the knees-over-toes method, designed to enhance range of motion and joint mobility through greater anterior knee translation. Plan 2 utilized the knees-behind-toes method, emphasizing posterior chain activation to strengthen the glutes and hamstrings. All participants began the study with a score of 2 on the FMS deep squat, with the goal of improving to a score of 3. Testing was conducted at baseline and after six weeks. Participants completed their assigned exercise plans for 6 weeks to determine overall effectiveness and long-term improvements in functional movement quality. Hip, knee, and ankle mobility was assessed using the Functional Movement Screen. Independent T-Test was used to compare the group’s data looking for significance of a p value less than .05. This research was conducted with the goal of determining if knees over toes exercises or knees behind toes exercises had more impact on improving squat form and depth. More research is needed to determine how the exercise programs will affect other patient populations.Item Improving Forward Head Posture Through Kinesiology Taping and Exercise in College Students(2025-12)Forward head posture, often referred to as “tech neck,” had become increasingly prevalent among young adults due to prolonged use of laptops, tablets, and smartphones. This study evaluated the effects of kinesiology taping, a structured home exercise program, and their combination on postural correction in college students. Participants were randomly assigned to one of four groups: kinesiology taping, exercise, combined intervention, or control. Standardized posture photographs were taken at baseline and immediately following the 4-week intervention to assess measurable improvements in craniovertebral angle. Each intervention was designed to address muscular imbalances associated with forward head posture; kinesiology taping provided proprioceptive feedback and postural support, and targeted exercise strengthened the deep cervical flexors and scapular stabilizers while stretching the anterior musculature. Preliminary data established a baseline for participants’ neck posture, with the expectation of observing progressive improvements in craniovertebral angle across the intervention period. Statistical analysis was performed using repeated-measures ANOVA to evaluate within-group and between-group differences, with significance set at p < 0.05. The findings of this study aimed to determine the most effective strategy for improving posture in young adults and to provide practical, non-invasive recommendations for reducing the negative impact of forward head posture associated with modern technology use.
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