The following are a few recent publications of research completed by UCA Physical Therapy Faculty.
Dr. Brian Odom, Dr. Charlotte Yates, and Dr. Leah Lowe Publish in American Journal of Pediatrics
Dr. Odom, Dr. Yates and Dr. Lowe recently published in the American Journal of Pediatrics. Odom, B. H., Yates, C., Lowe, L. (2025). Pediatric Wound Dressings Overview and Considerations for Management. American Journal of Pediatrics, 11(4), 237-243. Pediatric Wound Dressings Overview and Considerations for Management.
Dr. Fletcher and Dr. Taylor Publish in the International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation
Dr. Fletcher and Dr. Taylor along with former UCA faculty member, Dr. Steven Tucker, recently published an article in the International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation. Effects of open versus closed kinetic chain shoulder resistance exercise training on torque and power: a randomized controlled trial. WS Tucker, JP Fletcher, JD Taylor, SA Engle. International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation 32 (12), 1-12.
Dr. Fernando Castillo, Dr. Yates and Dr. Lowe Publish in IJSPT
Dr. Fernando Castillo, UCA PhD Graduate and DPT Class of 2020 alumnus has published an article in the International Journal of Sports Medicine with Dr. Charlotte Yates, PT, PhD, PCS, and Dr. Leah Lowe, PT, PhD, PCS in the April 1st issue. Castillo F, Yates C, Escola K, Williams DK, Lowe L. Clinical Assessment of Spatiotemporal Parameters of Gait when performing a Visuospatial Cognitive task. International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy. 2025. 20(4): 45-52.
Dr. Odom Publishes Book Chapter on Wound Care
Dr. Brian Odom, an Assistant Professor in the Physical Therapy Department, recently had a book chapter published in the Text and Atlas of WOUND DIAGNOSIS and TREATMENT, 3rd edition. His chapter was titled “Pediatric Wounds” and the chapter focused on pediatric skin development, common wound etiologies seen in children, and applying the elements of best wound management in the pediatric population.