Steve Tucker, PhD, ATC, was a contributing author of a book titled Quick Questions in the Shoulder: Expert Advice in Sports Medicine. The book, published by Slack Inc. in May 2015, focuses on questions and answers related to the prevention, assessment, treatment, management, and rehabilitation of the shoulder.
Dr. Tucker was the author of the chapter titled “What Are the Optimal Shoulder Strength Ratios for Overhead Athletes, and What Strategies Should be Implemented to Ensure Appropriate Strength Ratios?”
Dr. Tucker is the chair for the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, and he received his Bachelor of Science in athletic training from Valparaiso University and his Masters of Science and PhD in exercise science with a specialization in biomechanics and anatomy from The University of Toledo.
Dr. Tucker’s research interests focus on the biomechanics of chronic shoulder injuries. In particular, he is interested in the kinematics and muscle activation of the shoulder complex during rehabilitation exercises and functional activities in overhead athletes. He is a certified athletic trainer and licensed in the state of Arkansas.