Current Research

Research in Basic Science

Researchers at National University have conducted groundbreaking research in the basics sciences, especially in respect to key findings that impact complementary and alternative medicine. Below you can read summaries of recent and ongoing projects in basic sciences.

Neuromusculoskeletal

Relationship of Cavitation to Gapping Following Spinal Manipulation
Principal Investigator: Gregory D. Cramer, DC, PhD

A Novel and Accurate Palpation Method for Identification of the L4 Spinous Process
Principal Investigator: Scott Selby, DC; Faculty Mentor: Gregory D. Cramer, DC, PhD

Sound and Vibration Recordings from the Lumbar Z Joints During Normal Motion and Spinal Manipulation
Principal Investigator: Gregory D. Cramer, DC, PhD

Relationship Between Z Joint Morphology and Cavitation
Prinicpal Investigator: Gregory D. Cramer, DC, PhD

Ultrasound assessment of the spine before, during and after spinal manipulation
Principal Investigator: Gregory Cramer, DC, PhD

Assessment of Z Joints Using Sound and Vibration Recordings and Ultrasound Imaging of the Spine Before, During, and After Spinal Manipulation
Principal Investigator: Gregory Cramer, DC, PhD

Assessing spinal degeneration using ultrasound
Principal Investigator: Gregory Cramer, DC, PhD

Utilizing a Spine Phantom To Assess Accelerometry
Principal Investigator: Gregory Cramer, D.C., Ph.D.

Histological Assessment of Progressive Facet Joint Osteoarthritis Following Lumbar Spinal Hypomobility
Principal Investigator: Josh Little, D.C., Ph.D. (St. Louis University); Co- Investigator: Gregory D. Cramer, D.C., Ph.D. (NUHS)

A Toxicological Study of the Mechanisms of Hepatotoxicity in the Presence of ETHO and APAP (Acetaminophen)
Principal Investigator: Antonio Bifero, D.C.

Research in Clinical Science

Tracking treatment applications and various practices in the clinical field is an important category of research. Such findings help practitioners deliver a higher quality of patient care. Below are National University's current projects tracking the effectiveness and clinical applications of specific treatment modalities.

Neuromusculoskeletal

Attitudes Towards Chiropractic Care Amoung Healthcare Community in Ghana, Africa
Prinicipal Investigator: Dana Madigan, BS; Faculty Sponsor: Barbara M. Sullivan, PhD

Use of Shoe Orthotics In Chiropractic Practice
Principal Investigator: Jerrilyn Cambron, D.C., Ph.D.

The Long-Term Clinical Outcomes of a Novel Therapeutic Modality Consisting of Vibration Therapy Plus Traction in Combination with Multidirectional Unweighted Treadmill Gait Training for Treating Chronic Low Back Pain
Principal Investigator: Gianni Maddalozzo, Ph.D. Faculty Sponsor: Kristine Aikenhead, D.C

Non-Neuromusculoskeletal

Massage Therapy Research Network (Massagenet) Demographic Survey
Principal Investigator: Jerrilyn A. Cambron, DC, MPH, PhD

Massagenet Initial Client Survey
Principal Investigator: Jerrilyn A. Cambron, DC, MPH, PhD

Survey of Medical Conditions of Clients Attending a MassageNet Therapist Practice
Principal Investigator: Jerrilyn Cambron, DC, MPH, PhD

Research in CAM Education

There is a growing need for research in education within complementary and alternative medical fields. National University promulgates original research in educational strategies for complementary and alternative medical fields.

Curriculum Development in Evidence-Based Practice
Principal Investigator: Gregory D. Cramer, DC, PhD, Co-Investigators: Jerrilyn Cambron, DC, PhD, Thomas Grieve, DC, Barbara Sullivan, PhD

Case Study Initiative (CSI)
Principal Investigator: Gregory D. Cramer, DC, PhD, Co-Investigator: Jerrilyn Cambron, DC, MPH, PhD

Health Communities and Healthy Minds and Bodies: How Do Chiropractic Educational Institutions Promote Health in Their Communities?
Principal Investigator: Claire Johnson, DC

Intern Experiences Within A Clinical Trial
Principal Investigator: Jerrilyn Cambron, D.C., Ph.D

A Survey On Volunteerism Of Massage Therapists
Principal Investigator: Dana Madigan, D.C

Occupational History Taking Attitudes And Behaviors
Principal Investigator: Dana Madigan, D.C.

Quality Assessment Of Case Reports On A Technique Website
Principal Investigator: Dana Madigan, D.C., MPH

Massage Therapist Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WRMSKDA)
Principal Investigator: Dana Madigan, D.C., MPH

Comparison Of Online To Face-To-Face Instruction For Anatomy Review In A Third Year Clinical Course
Principal Investigator: Gregory Cramer, D.C., Ph.D

Student Awareness Of Nuhs Research
Principal Investigator: Gregory Cramer, D.C., Ph.D.

Post-Graduate Clinical Residencies In Chiropractic Medicine: A Phenomenological Study Of Residency Graduates
Principal Investigator: Christopher Arick, D.C., M.S..

Academic Library Usage Contributes Positively To Student Academic Success
Principal Investigator: Patricia Genardo, M.L.I.S.