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Stephen John Thomas, Ph.D, ATC
1800 North Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19121 Phone (215) 204-4308
[email protected] Education________________________________________________________________________ University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Post-Doctoral Fellowship Department of BioEngineering Emphasis in Tendon Injury, Healing, and Regeneration Date of Completion: August 2013
University of Delaware, Newark, DE
Doctor of Philosophy in Biomechanics Emphasis in Biomechanics Date of Graduation: January 2010
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
Masters of Education in Kinesiology Emphasis in Athletic Training National Athletic Trainers’ Association Approved Curriculum Date of Graduation: May 2005
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology Received Cum Laude Honors CAAHEP Approved Athletic Training Program Date of Graduation: May 2003
Professional Experience____________________________________________________________ Associate Professor of Instruction Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 4/2019-Present Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Athletic Training Assistant Professor of Instruction Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 8/2015-4/2019 Department of Kinesiology Athletic Training Medical Advisory Board Orthoforge 4/2019-Present Responsible for providing scientific and medical advice
Chief Scientist Avid Alexander 10/2018-Present Responsible for the creation, implementation, and research of healthcare products.
Chief Scientific Consultant University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 5/2015-Present Penn Throwing Clinic Orthopedic Surgery Responsible for the creation and implementation of Penn Throwers’ Center 3D
pitching analysis, kinetic chain evaluations, and research.
Assistant Professor Neumann University, Aston, PA 9/2013-6/2015 Division of Nursing and Health Sciences Athletic Training Research Assistant University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 6/2014-9/2014 McKay Orthopedic Research Laboratory, Orthopedic Surgery Responsible for tendon mechanics, animal gait analysis, histology,
and immunohistochemistry.
Post-Doctoral Fellow University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 1/2010-9/2013 McKay Orthopedic Research Laboratory, Orthopedic Surgery Responsible for tendon mechanics, animal gait analysis, histology, immunohistochemistry, RT-PCR, and ultrasound data collection, processing, and analysis. Per Diem Athletic Trainer PRO Physical Therapy, Newark, DE 1/2010-1/2013 Athletic Training Services Responsible for per diem Athletic Training services in both Pennsylvania and Delaware. Research Assistant University of Delaware, Newark, DE 9/2009-1/2010 Human Performance Lab, Athletic Training Responsible for computer programming, instrumentation set-up, and data collection of a custom built hip impact device to test sheer thickening fluid designed protective padding. Certified Athletic Trainer University of Delaware, Newark, DE 8/2007-5/2009
Graduate Assistant Responsible for track and field and tennis intercollegiate sports Clinical instructor for the undergraduate athletic training program
Research Assistant University of Delaware, Newark, DE 6/2008-9/2008 Biomechanics Lab, Physical Therapy Responsible for kinematic, kinetic, and EMG data collection and analysis of the SMART knee brace Responsible for kinematic, kinetic, and EMG data collection and analysis of a closed chain proprioception task and walking perturbation trials Responsible for kinematic and kinetic data collection for the FastFES project A project designed to improve stroke patients gait Research Assistant University of Delaware, Newark, DE 6/2007-9/2007 Neuromuscular Biomechanics Lab, Mechanical Engineering Responsible for data collection and analysis of knee MRI’s Certified Athletic Trainer University of Delaware, Newark, DE 9/2006-5/2007
Intramural Sports Program Responsible for covering all intramural sports and clinical instructor for the undergraduate athletic training program Research Assistant Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 9/2005-5/2006 Biokinetics Research Laboratory: Athletic Training Division Responsible for data collection, experimental training, and data analysis Certified Head Athletic Trainer/Strength Coach Archbishop John Carroll High School, Radnor, PA 8/2003 – 8/2005
Certified Athletic Trainer Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA 8/2003 – 8/2005 Responsible for assisting orthopedic surgeons during patient visits Professional Baseball Athletic Training Society Internship Scranton Wilkes-Barre Red Barons, Scranton, PA Summer 2002 & 2003
Professional Baseball Athletic Training Society Internship Philadelphia Phillies, Philadelphia, PA 7/2002
Teaching Experience______________________________________________________________
Athletic Training Curriculum Course Instruction Temple University, Philadelphia, PA Instructor: Orthopaedic Assessment II (KN 5244) 2018-Present Instructor: Transitions to Clinical Practice (KN 5852) 2018-Present Online Instructor: Grand Rounds II: Upper Extremity (KN 8603) 2017-Present Instructor: Lower Extremity Injury Evaluation (KN 2441) 2016-2017 Instructor: Basic Techniques in Athletic Training (KN 1442) 2016
Instructor: Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training Lab (KN 3441) 2016
Instructor: Upper Extremity Injury Evaluation (KN 2442) 2015-2017 Instructor: Biomechanics of Physical Activity (KN 3202) 2015-Present Instructor: Biomechanics of Human Movement (KN 9311) 2015-Present Instructor: Functional Anatomy for Kinesiology (KN 2424) 2015-2016 Neumann University, Aston, PA Instructor: Functional Anatomy (ATR 205) 2014-2015 Instructor: Upper Extremity Injury Evaluation (ATR 325) 2014-2015 Instructor: Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers (ATR 350) 2014-2015 Instructor: Lower Extremity Injury Evaluation (ATR 255) 2013-2015 Instructor: Physiology of Sport & Exercise (ATR 450) 2013-2015 University of Delaware, Newark, DE Instructor: Fundamentals of Athletic Training (HESC 305) 2/2008
Guest Lecturer 3B Orthopaedics, Philadelphia, PA Guest Lecturer: Orthopaedic Surgeon Fellowship Program Seminar 10/2017 Guest Lecturer: Orthopaedic Surgeon Fellowship Program Seminar 10/2016 Guest Lecturer: Orthopaedic Surgeon Fellowship Program Seminar 8/2012 Guest Lecturer: Orthopaedic Surgeon Fellowship Program Seminar 9/2011 Guest Lecturer: Orthopaedic Surgeon Fellowship Program Seminar 9/2010 University of Delaware, Newark, DE Guest Lecturer: Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics (phyt604) 10/2011 Guest Lecturer: Kinesiology (HESC 350) 5/2009
Guest Lecturer: Practicum VI (HESC 458) 4/2009 Guest Lecturer: Kinesiology (HESC 350) 5/2008
Guest Lecturer: Practicum VI (HESC 458) 3/2008 Guest Lecturer: Practicum V (HESC 457) 10/2007
Neumann University, Aston, PA Guest Lecturer: Prevention and Assessment of the Upper Extremity (ATR 320) 2/2013
Guest Lecturer: Biomechanics for Athletic Training (ATR440) 10/2009
Guest Lecturer: Therapeutic Exercise of the Upper Extremity (ATR 340) 10/2009
Guest Lecturer: Prevention and Assessment of the Upper Extremity (ATR 320) 10/2009
Guest Lecturer: Biomechanics for Athletic Training (ATR440) 11/2008
Guest Lecturer: Prevention and Assessment of the Upper Extremity (ATR 320) 11/2008
Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN Guest Online Lecturer: Upper Extremity Trauma (ATT 662) 2/2006 Temple University, Philadelphia, PA Guest Lecturer: Orthopaedics in Sports Medicine (Kinesiology 8344) 4/2014 Guest Lecturer: Orthopaedics in Sports Medicine (Kinesiology 8344) 3/2012 Guest Lecturer: Orthopaedics in Sports Medicine (Kinesiology 8344) 3/2011 Teaching Assistant: Cadaver Anatomy (Kinesiology 449) Spring 2006
Guest Lecturer: Special Topics in Athletic Training (Kinesiology 345) 2/2006 Interim Instructor: Weight Training (Kinesiology 019) 1/2006-2/2006 Guest Lecturer: Laboratory Techniques (Kinesiology 448) 11/2005 Guest Lecturer: Seminars in Athletic Training (Kinesiology 649) 9/2005
Guest Lecturer: Biomechanics of Human Performance (Kinesiology 202) 4/2005 Professional Service_______________________________________________________________ International Conference Organizer American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists Annual Meeting 2018
Chicago, Illinois Athletic Training & Sports Healthcare Special Issue 2018
Guest Editor for Sport Specialization Special Issue November/December 2018 Volume 10, Issue 6 Eastern Athletic Trainers Association Research Committee 2018-Present
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) 2013-2014 Appropriate Use Criteria for Optimizing the Management of Rotator Cuff Problems
Review Committee Member Grant Reviewer National Association of Athletic Trainers Foundation 2017,2018 Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation (OREF) 2016
Eastern Athletic Trainers Association Research Committee 2013
National Association of Athletic Trainers Foundation 2007 American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists Past-President 2017-2018 President 2016-2017 President-Elect 2015-2016
Membership Committee Chair 2015-2016 Research Committee Chair 2013-2015
Research Committee Member 2012-2013
Journal Editorial Board Journal of Athletic Training & Sports Health Care 2011-Present
Convention Program Reviewer NATA Convention Program Reviewer 2009-2012
EATA Abstracts 2006-2012
Journal Reviewer Scientific Reports (Nature) 2017-Present
Journal of Biomechanics 2017-Present
PLOS ONE 2017-Present
Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine 2017-Present
Journal of Motor Behavior 2016-Present Journal of Exercise, Sports, and Orthopedics 2016-Present Sport Biomechanics 2016-Present Manual Therapy 2016-Present Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 2015-Present Sports Health 2014-Present Journal of Anatomy 2014-Present Asian Journal of Sports Medicine 2013-Present Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology 2013-Present Journal of Applied Biomechanics 2012-Present Journal of Sports Science and Medicine 2011-Present
Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport 2011-Present International SportMed Journal 2011-Present Clinical Biomechanics 2011-Present Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research 2010-Present Athletic Training & Sports Health Care 2008-Present
Journal of Athletic Training 2008-Present
Journal of Sports Rehabilitation 2005-Present
Website Co-Founder Sports Medicine Research (SMR) 2011-Present
www.sportsmedres.org Scientific Editing Service___________________________________________________________ Empirical Editing 2010-Present
ScienceDocs 2009-Present
Scientific Consulting_______________________________________________________________ Orthoforge 2019-Present Responsible for providing scientific and medical advice Avid Alexander 2018-Present
Chief Scientist
Penn Throwing Clinic 2016-Present
Chief Scientific Consultant Human Kinetics 2014-Present
CEU Course Development Cleveland Indians 2014-2016
Medical Consultant SLACK Inc. Health Care Book and Proposal Reviewer 2012-Present
Sonosite, Inc. Diagnostic ultrasound examination of the shoulder at National Athletic Trainers’ Association 62st Annual Meeting, New Orleans, Louisiana, June 2011 Philadelphia Phillies 2010-Present
Medical Consultant Peer Reviewed Publications_________________________________________________________
1. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Ebaugh DD, Soloff L, Genin J, Quinlin J, Kelly JD. (2019) Differences in Bicipital Groove Orientation, Not Shape, in Professional Baseball Pitchers. American Journal of Sports Medicine (In preparation)
2. Tate A, *DiPaola L, *Yim J, *Paul RW, Sarver JJ, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. American Journal of Sports Medicine (In preparation) *mentored students
3. Tate A, *Blubello AW, *Peterson A, *Blum D, *Cobb J, Sarver JJ, Thomas SJ. (2019) Supraspinatus Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Painful Adult Swimmers. American Journal of Sports Medicine (In preparation) *mentored students
4. Crotin RL, *Paul RW, *Scheidt J, Kelly JD IV, Thomas SJ. (2019) Biomechanical, Functional Reports and Competitive Outcomes Following Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction among Baseball Players: A Systematic Review. American Journal of Sports Medicine (In Review) *mentored students
5. *Donaldson MJ, McCurdy KW, Thomas SJ, Myers NL. (2019) Does Humeral Torsion Play a Role in Shoulder and Elbow Injury Profiles of Overhead Athletes: A Systematic Review. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (In Review) *mentored students
6. Irby A, Guttierez J, Chamberlin C, Thomas SJ, Rosen AB. (2019) A Systematic Review of Systematic Reviews Evaluating the Effectiveness of Tendinopathy Treatments. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports (In Review)
7. Thomas SJ, Sheridan S, Reuther KE. (2019) Humeral Retroversion and Participation Age Differ Based on Geographical Region in Professional Baseball Pitchers. Journal of Athletic Training (In press)
8. Reuther KE, Sheridan S, Thomas SJ. Bony and Soft Tissue Adaptations of the Shoulder in Professional Baseball Pitchers. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2018 May 2. pii: S1058-2746(18)30159-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2018.02.053. [Epub ahead of print]
9. Beach Z, Tucker J, Thomas SJ, Reuther KE, Gray C, Lee CS, Glaser D, Soslowsky LJ. Biceps Tenotomy in the Presence of a Supraspinatus Tear is Detrimental to the Glenoid Cartilage. J Biomech. 2017 Oct 3;63:151-157. doi: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2017.08.021. Epub 2017 Aug 26.
10. Reuther KE, *Larson R, Kelly 4th JD, Thomas SJ. Sleeper Stretch Accelerates Recovery of
Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Following Pitching. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2016 Dec;25(12):1925-1929. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2016.07.075. Epub 2016 Oct 10. *mentored students
11. Freedman BR, Gordon JA, Bhatt PB, Pardes A, Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Riggin CN, Tucker JJ,
Williams AW, Zanes B, Hast MW, Farber D, Silbernagel K, Soslowsky LJ. Nonsurgical treatment and early return to activity leads to improved Achilles tendon fatigue mechanics and functional outcomes during early healing in an animal model. J Orthop Res. 2016 Dec;34(12):2172-2180. doi: 10.1002/jor.23253. Epub 2016 Apr 13.
12. Kim AS, Needle AR, Thomas SJ, Higginson CI, Kaminski TW, Swanik CB. A Sex Comparison of Reactive Knee Stiffness Regulation Strategies Under Cognitive Loads. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon). 2016 Apr 21;35:86-92. doi: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2016.04.010. [Epub ahead of print]
13. Swanik KA, Thomas SJ, Struminger AH, Huxel Bliven KC, Kelly 4th JD, Swanik CB. The Effect of Shoulder Plyometric Training on Amortization Time and Upper Extremity Kinematics. J Sport Rehabil. 2016 Aug 24:1-27
14. Reuther KE, Tucker JJ, Thomas SJ, Vafa RP, Lui SS, Gordon JA, Caro AC, Yannascoli SM, Kuntz AF, Soslowsky LJ. Effect of Scapular Dyskinesis on Supraspinatus Repair Healing in a Rat Model. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2015 Aug;24(8):1235-42. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2014.12.029. Epub 2015 Mar 4.
15. Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Tucker JJ, Vafa RP, Gordon JA, Lui SS, Caro AC, Yannascoli SM, Kuntz AF, Soslowsky LJ. Overuse Activity in the Presence of Scapular Dyskinesis Leads to Shoulder Tendon Damage in a Rat Model. Ann Biomed Eng. 2015 Apr;43(4):917-28. doi: 10.1007/s10439-014-1137-y. Epub 2014 Sep 30.
16. Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Tucker JJ, Yannascoli SM, Caro AC, Vafa RP, Gordon JA, Kuntz AF,
Soslowsky LJ. Scapular Dyskinesis is Detrimental to Shoulder Tendon Properties and Joint Mechanics in a Rat Model. J Orthop Res. 2014 Nov;32(11):1436-43. doi: 10.1002/jor.22693. Epub 2014 Jul 28.
17. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Yannascoli SM, Tucker JJ, Kelly JD IV, Ahima RS, Barbe MF,
Soslowsky LJ. The Effect of Hyperglycemia on Native Mechanical and Biologic Shoulder Joint Properties in a Rat Model. J Orthop Res. 2014 Nov;32(11):1464-70. doi: 10.1002/jor.22695. Epub 2014 Jul 28.
18. Caro AC, Tucker JJ, Yannascoli SM, Dunkman AA, Thomas SJ, Soslowsky LJ. Efficacy of Various Analgesics and Assessing the Effects on Tendon to Bone Healing Using Gait Analysis and Biomechanical Testing. J Am Assoc Lab Anim Sci. 2014 Mar;53(2):185-92.
19. Reuther K, Thomas SJ, Tucker J, Sarver JJ, Gray CF, Rooney SI, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ.
Disruption of the Anterior-Posterior Rotator Cuff Force Balance Alters Joint Function and Leads to Joint Damage in a Rat Model. J Orthop Res. 2014 May;32(5):638-44. doi: 10.1002/jor.22586. Epub 2014 Jan 25.
20. Riggin CN, Sarver JJ, Freedman BR, Thomas SJ, Soslowsky LJ. Analysis of Collagen Organization in Mouse Achilles Tendon Using High-Frequency Ultrasound Imaging. J Biomech Eng. 2014 Feb;136(2):021029. doi: 10.1115/1.4026285.
21. Thomas SJ, Reuther K, Tucker J, Sarver JJ, Yannascoli SM, Caro AC, Voleti PB, Rooney SI, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. Biceps Detachment Decreases Joint Damage in a Rotator Cuff Tear Rat Model. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2014 Aug;472(8):2404-12. doi: 10.1007/s11999-013-3422-8.
22. Dunkman AA, Buckley MR, Mienaltowski MJ, Adams SM, Thomas SJ, Kumar A, Beason DP,
Iozzo RV, Birk DE, Soslowsky LJ. The Injury Response of Aged Tendons in the Absence of Biglycan and Decorin. Matrix Biol. 2014 Apr;35:232-8. doi: 10.1016/j.matbio.2013.10.008. Epub 2013 Oct 21.
23. Rosen AB, Swanik CB, Thomas SJ, Knight CK, Kaminski TW. Differences in lateral drop-
jumps from unknown heights among individuals with ankle instability. J Athl Train. 2013 Nov-Dec;48(6):773-81. doi: 10.4085/1062-6050-48.5.05. Epub 2013 Aug 16.
24. Dunkman AA, Buckley MR, Mienaltowski MJ, Adams SM, Thomas SJ, Satchell L, Kumar A,
Pathmanathan L, Beason DP, Iozzo RV, Birk DE, Soslowsky LJ. The Tendon Injury Response is Influenced by Decorin and Biglycan. Ann Biomed Eng. 2014 Mar;42(3):619-30. doi: 10.1007/s10439-013-0915-2. Epub 2013 Sep 27.
25. Spencer BA, Dolinskas CA, Seymour PA, Thomas SJ, Abboud JA. Glenohumeral Articular
Cartilage Lesions: Prospective Comparison of Non-Contrast MRI and Findings at Arthroscopy. Arthroscopy. 2013 Sep;29(9):1466-70. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2013.05.023. Epub 2013 Jul 25.
26. Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Kaminski TW, Higginson JS, Swanik KA, Nazarian L. Assessment of
Subacromial Space and Its Relationship With Scapular Upward Rotation in Collegiate Baseball Players. J Sport Rehabil. 2013 Aug;22(3):216-23. Epub 2013 Apr 18.
27. Vallejo RB, Iglesias ME, Zeni JA, Thomas SJ. Reliability and Repeatability of the Portable
EPS-Platform® Digital Pressure Plate System. J Am Podiatr Med Assoc. 2013 May-Jun;103(3):197-203.
28. Reuther K*, Thomas SJ*, Sarver JJ, Evans L, Tucker J, Ilkhani-Pour S, Gray C, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. Returning to Overuse Activity Following a Supraspinatus and Infraspinatus Tear Leads to Joint Damage in a Rat Model. J Biomech. 2013 Jul 26;46(11):1818-1824. doi: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2013.05.007. Epub 2013 Jun 12. *both authors contributed equally
29. Needle AR, Swanik CB, Farquhar WB, Thomas SJ, Rose WC, Kaminski TW. Functionally unstable ankles have decreased muscle spindle traffic during ligamentous stress. J Athl Train. 2013; 48(2): 192-202.
30. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular Position
Change Following Division I Collegiate Baseball. J Sport Rehabil. 2013, 22, 115 – 121
31. Reuther K*, Thomas SJ*, Sarver JJ, Tucker J, Edelstein L, Ilkhani-Pour S, Gray C, Lee CS, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ: The Effect of Return to Overuse Activity after a Supraspinatus Tear on Joint Function and Biceps Mechanical Properties in a Rat Model. J Orthop Res. 2012 Dec 31. doi: 10.1002/jor.22295. [Epub ahead of print] *both authors contributed equally
32. Dunkman AA, Buckley MR, Mienaltowski MJ, Adams S Thomas SJ, Satchell L, Kumar A, Pathmanathan L, Beason DP, Iozzo RV, Birk DE, Soslowsky LJ. Decorin Expression Is Required for Age-Related Changes in Tendon Structure and Mechanical Properties. Matrix Biol. 2012 Nov 23. pii: S0945-053X(12)00125-4. doi: 10.1016/j.matbio.2012.11.005. [Epub ahead of print]
33. Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Kaminski TW, Higginson JS, Swanik KA, Nazarian L, Kelly JD IV.
Neuromuscular and Stiffness Adaptations in Division I Collegiate Baseball Players. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2013 Feb;23(1):102-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2012.07.005. Epub 2012 Aug 13.
34. Thomas SJ, Miller KS, Soslowsky LJ. The Upper Band of the Subscapularis Tendon in the Rat has Inferior Mechanical Properties. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2012 Dec;21(12):1687-93. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2011.11.038. Epub 2012 Apr 7.
35. Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Kaminski TW, Higginson JS, Swanik KA, Bartolozzi AR, Nazarian L. Humeral Retroversion and Its Association with Posterior Capsule Thickness in Collegiate Baseball Players. Journal of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, 2012 Jul;21(7):910-6.
36. Kibler BW, Sciascia A, Thomas SJ. Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficit: Pathogenesis and Response to Acute Throwing. Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Review, 2012; Mar;20(1):34-8.
37. Kibler BW, Thomas SJ. Pathomechanics of the Throwing Shoulder. Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Review, 2012; Mar;20(1):22-9.
38. Edelstein L, Thomas SJ, Soslowsky LJ. Rotator Cuff Tears: What have we learned from
animal models? Journal of Musculoskeletal and Neuronal Interactions, 2011 Jun;11(2):150-62.
39. Hsu J, Reuther K, Sarver J, Lee C, Thomas SJ, Glaser D, Soslowsky L. Restoration of Anterior-Posterior Rotator Cuff Force Balance Improves Shoulder Function in a Rat Model of Chronic Massive Tears. Journal of Orthopaedic Research, 2011; Jul;29(7):1028-33; doi: 10.1002/jor.21361.
40. Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Higginson JS, Kaminski TW, Swanik KA, Bartolozzi AR, Abboud JS,
Nazarian L. A Bi-lateral Comparison of Posterior Capsule Thickness and Its Correlation with Glenohumeral Range of Motion and Scapular Upward Rotation in Collegiate Baseball Players. Journal of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, 2011; Jul;20(5):708-16; doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2010.08.031.
41. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC. Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular Position Change within a Competitive High School Baseball Season. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation, 2010; 19(2): 125-35.
42. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. Internal Rotation Deficits Affect Scapular Positioning in Baseball Players. Clinical Orthopaedic & Related Research, 2010; 468(6): 1551-7.
43. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. Internal Rotation and Scapular Position
Differences: A Comparison of Collegiate and High School Baseball Players. Journal of Athletic Training, 2010; 45(1): 44-50.
44. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC. Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular Position
Adaptation Following a Single Scholastic Female Sports Season. Journal of Athletic Training. 2009; 44(3): 230-7.
45. Choa S, Thomas SJ, Kelly JD, Swanik KA, Yucha D, Driban JB. An Electromyographic Assessment of the Bear Hug Test for Subscapularis Tears. Arthroscopy. 2008; 24(11): 1265-70.
Non-Peer Reviewed Publications_____________________________________________________
1. Kinsella SD, Thomas SJ, Huffman GR, Kelly JD IV. The Thrower’s Shoulder. Orthop Clin North Am. 2014 Jul;45(3):387-401. doi: 10.1016/j.ocl.2014.04.003.
2. Kelly JD IV, Thomas SJ. Identifying and managing scapular problems in overhead athletes. The Journal of Musculoskeletal Medicine. 2011; 28(12): 465-471.
Book Chapters ______________________________________________________________________
1. Kibler BW, Thomas SJ, Sciascia AD. The Role of the Scapula in the Overhead Athlete. In Mechanics, Pathomechanics, and Injury in the Overhead Athlete: A Case-Based Approach to Evaluation, Diagnosis and Treatment. Eds. W. Ben Kibler & Aaron D. Sciascia. Switzerland: Springer International Publishing, 2019. Pages 151-166. ISBN 978-3-030-12775-6
2. Thomas SJ. Mechanics of the Overhead Motion. In Mechanics, Pathomechanics, and Injury in the Overhead Athlete: A Case-Based Approach to Evaluation, Diagnosis and Treatment. Eds. W. Ben Kibler & Aaron D. Sciascia. Switzerland: Springer International Publishing, 2019. Pages 3-24. ISBN 978-3-030-12775-6
3. Kibler BW, Thomas SJ, Sciascia A. Scapulothoracic conditions and baseball players. In Baseball Sports Medicine. Ed. Christopher S. Ahmad and Anthony A. Romeo. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health, 2018. Pages 254-268. ISBN-10: 9781496381460
4. Thomas SJ, Kelly JD. The Scapula and the Throwing/Overhead Athlete. In Disorders of the Scapula and Their Role in Shoulder Injury – A Clinical Guide to Evaluation and Management. Eds. W. Ben Kibler & Aaron D. Sciascia. Switzerland: Springer International Publishing, 2017. Pages 59-78. ISBN-10: 331953582X
5. Thomas SJ, Kibler BW, Sciascia A. Pathophysiology of Throwing Injuries. In Elite Techniques in Shoulder Arthroscopy: New Frontiers in Shoulder Preservation. Ed. John D. Kelly, IV. Switzerland: Springer International Publishing, 2016. Pages 3-23. ISBN-10: 3319251015
Special Projects______________________________________________________________________
1. Co-writer CEU Course Human Kinetics Concussion Assessment and Treatment Online CE Course 2019
2. Co-writer CEU Course
Human Kinetics Evidence-Based Approach to Injection Therapies Online CE Course 2017
3. Co-writer CEU Course Human Kinetics Evidence-Based Approach to Therapeutic Modalities and Alternate Therapies Online CE Course 2017
4. Co-writer CEU Course
Human Kinetics Evidence-Based Management of Upper Extremity Injuries Online CE Course 2015
5. Co-writer CEU Course Human Kinetics Concussion Assessment Evidence Based Online CE Course 2015
6. Co-writer CEU Course
Human Kinetics ACL Prevention and Assessment Evidence Based Online CE Course 2015
7. Co-writer CEU Course
Human Kinetics ACL Surgery and Rehabilitation Evidence Based Online CE Course 2015
8. Guest Lead Editor BioMed Research International Special Issue: The Use of Biologic in Tendon Healing. (Cancelled due to lack of submissions) Co-Editors: John D Kelly IV, MD, Mary F. Barbe, PhD, & Asheesh Bedi, MD 2014
9. Reviewing Committee Member
Murray J & Gross L. AAOS Appropriate Use Criteria Summary. Optimizing the Management of Full-Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears. J Am Acad Orthop Surg, 2013; 21 (12): 767-771.
Invited Presentations________________________________________________________________
1. Moderator: Featured Presentation Long-Term Athlete Development for the “Other” Overhead Sports National Athletic Trainers’ Association 70th Annual Meeting, Las Vegas Nevada, June 2019
2. Moderator: Shoulder Session American Society of Biomechanics East Coast Meeting, Reading Pennsylvania, April 2019
3. Speaker: General Session Pathomechanics of the Thrower’s Shoulder 5th Annual Penn Throwers Symposium, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, January 2019
4. Speaker: Evidence Based Practice Session Pathomechanics of the Thrower’s Shoulder Eastern Athletic Trainers Association 71st Annual Meeting, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, January 2019
5. Speaker: Kinetic Chain of Overhead Athletes
2018 Shoulder and Elbow Update, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 2018
6. Speaker: Pathomechanics of the Throwing Shoulder University of Nebraska Omaha, Omaha, Nebraska, November 2018
7. Speaker: Musculoskeletal Diagnostic Ultrasound
University of Nebraska Omaha, Omaha, Nebraska, November 2018
8. Assistant: Learning Lab Vestibular Assessment and Therapy for Concussion Management National Athletic Trainers’ Association 69th Annual Meeting, New Orleans, Louisiana, June 2018
9. Speaker: Breakout Session Kinetic Chain Assessment PATS Student Symposium, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, March 2018
10. Speaker: General Session Pathomechanics of the Thrower’s Shoulder 4th Annual Penn Throwers Symposium, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, January 2018
11. Speaker: Featured Presentation Session
New Paradigms in the Management of the Thrower’s Shoulder National Athletic Trainers’ Association 68st Annual Meeting, Houston Texas, June 2017
12. Speaker: How I Perform a Kinetic Chain Assessment Evidence-Based Rehabilitation and Surgical Options For: The Disabled Throwing Shoulder, The Unstable Shoulder, and Massive Rotator Cuff Tears, Durham North Carolina, May 2017
13. Speaker: Pathomechanics and Rehabilitation of the Throwers Shoulder
Evidence-Based Rehabilitation and Surgical Options For: The Disabled Throwing Shoulder, The Unstable Shoulder, and Massive Rotator Cuff Tears, Durham North Carolina, May 2017
14. Speaker: Pathomechanics and Rehabilitation of the Throwers Shoulder
Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists, Wilmington Delaware, February 2017
15. Speaker: General Session Pathologic Cascade 3rd Annual Penn Throwers Symposium, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, January 2017
16. Speaker: Pathomechanics and Rehabilitation of the Throwers Shoulder 2016 Shoulder and Elbow Update, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 2016
17. Speaker: Diagnostic Ultrasound of the Glenohumeral Joint
2016 Shoulder and Elbow Update, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 2016
18. Moderator: General Session The Overhead Athlete American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists 24rd Annual Meeting, Boston Massachusetts, October 2016
19. Speaker: General Session Pathomechanics of the Throwers Shoulder Philadelphia Sports Medicine Congress, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 2016
20. Speaker: Expert Panel The Scapula and the Throwing/Overhead Athlete 5th Scapular Summit, Lexington, Kentucky, April 2016
21. Speaker: Panel Discussion Performance Optimization and Injury Prevention 2nd Annual Penn Throwers Symposium, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, March 2016
22. Speaker: General Session Pathomechanics of the Throwers Shoulder 2nd Annual Penn Throwers Symposium, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, March 2016
23. Speaker: General Session Assessing Humeral Retroversion using Diagnostic Ultrasound Rothman Institute/Philadelphia Phillies Sports Medicine Conference, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, January 2016
24. Speaker: General Session
Assessing Humeral Retroversion using Diagnostic Ultrasound Sonosite MSK in Baseball Seminar at Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, January 2016
25. Moderator: General Session Shoulder Arthroplasties Considerations American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists 23rd Annual Meeting, Asheville North Carolina, October 2015
26. Moderator: Featured Presentation Session
Pediatric ulnar collateral injuries: An in-depth look at prevalence, evidence-based recognition, surgical intervention and rehabilitation National Athletic Trainers’ Association 66st Annual Meeting, St. Louis Missouri, June 2015
27. Speaker: Instructional Course Lecture
New Paradigms in Management of the Thrower’s Shoulder Thomas SJ, Kibler WB, Morgan C, Kelly JD IV Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Meeting, Los Angeles, California, April 2015
28. Speaker: Panel Discussion Performance Optimization, a closer look at GIRD, Scapular Dyskinesis and Strengthening Techniques 1st Annual Penn Throwers Symposium, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, January 2015
29. Speaker: General Session
Pathomechanics of the Throwers Shoulder 1st Annual Penn Throwers Symposium, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, January 2015
30. Moderator: General Session
Rotator Cuff Disorders American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists 22nd Annual Meeting, Pinehurst North Carolina, October 2014
31. Moderator: Free Communication Session
Adaptations to Pitching National Athletic Trainers’ Association 65st Annual Meeting, Indianapolis Indiana, June 2014
32. Speaker: Evidence Based Forum Pathomechanics, Treatment, and Rehabilitation of the Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy National Athletic Trainers’ Association 65st Annual Meeting, Indianapolis Indiana, June 2014
33. Speaker: Instructional Course Lecture
New Paradigms in Management of the Thrower’s Shoulder Thomas SJ, Kibler WB, Morgan C, Kelly JD IV Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Meeting, Hollywood Florida, May 2014
34. Speaker: Shoulder Adaptations: How we measure and treat them?
Professional Baseball Athletic Training Society Spring Training Conference, Clearwater, Florida, March 2013
35. Speaker: Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficits and It’s Relation to Scapular
Disorders ATI Physical Therapy, Newark, Delaware, March 2013
36. Speaker: An Unexpected Research Training Path: Athletes to Animals
University of Delaware, Biomechanics and Movement Science Seminar, Newark, Delaware, March 2013
37. Speaker: Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficits and It’s Relation to Scapular Disorders
2012 Shoulder and Elbow Update, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 2012
38. Speaker: Research Forum Basic Science Research: Where is the Clinical Relevance?
National Athletic Trainers’ Association 63st Annual Meeting, St. Louis, Missouri, June 2012
39. Keynote: 1st Annual Athletic Training Honor Society Induction Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 2011
40. Speaker: Featured Presentation
Identifying and Treating Chronic Adaptations of the Shoulder in Overhead Athletes National Athletic Trainers’ Association 61st Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 2010
41. Speaker: Workshop
Clinical Evaluation of the Thrower’s Shoulder National Athletic Trainers’ Association 61st Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 2010
42. Assistant: Learning Lab Functional Performance Testing: A Patient – Oriented Approach National Athletic Trainers’ Association 61st Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 2010
43. Moderator: Arthroscopic Capsulabral Reconstruction and Postoperative Rehabilitation of the Type IX and Type X Superior Labrum Anterior Posterior Lesion
National Athletic Trainers’ Association 60th Annual Meeting, San Antonio, Texas, June 2009
44. Moderator: Treatment strategies for the Findings of the "Non-Shoulder" Shoulder Examination
National Athletic Trainers’ Association 60th Annual Meeting, San Antonio, Texas, June 2009
45. Assistant: Learning Lab Functional Performance Testing: A Patient – Oriented Approach National Athletic Trainers’ Association 60th Annual Meeting, San Antonio, Texas, June 2009
46. Speaker: Clinical Evaluation of the Thrower’s Shoulder
40th Annual Medical Aspects of Sports Seminar, Newark, Delaware, February 2009
47. Moderator: Performing the “Non-Shoulder” Shoulder Examine National Athletic Trainers’ Association 59th Annual Meeting, St. Louis, Missouri, June 2008
48. Moderator: Clinical Evaluation of the Scapula
National Athletic Trainers’ Association 56th Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, Indiana, June 2005
49. Moderator: Shoulder Rehabilitation Starts at the Scapula
National Athletic Trainers’ Association 56th Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, Indiana, June 2005 Research Presentations_____________________________________________________________
1. Thomas SJ, Sheridan S, Reuther KE. (2019) Do Baseball Players With Soft Tissue GIRD have a Thicker Posterior Capsule? National Athletic Trainers’ Association 70th Annual Meeting Rapid Fire Oral Presentation, Las Vegas, Nevada, June 2019
2. Paul R, Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. American Society of Biomechanics East Coast Meeting Podium Presentation, Reading, Pennsylvania
3. Paul R, Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. Temple University College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
4. Paul R, Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. Symposium for Undergraduate Research and Creativity, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
5. Cobb J, Sheridan S, Rauch J, Sarver J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Long-Term Effects of Pitching on Muscle Architecture of the Posterior Rotator Cuff in Professional Baseball Pitchers. Temple University College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
6. Valle O, Sheridan S, Rauch J, Sarver J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Long Term Effects of Pitching on Muscle Architecture of the Scapular Stabilizers in Competitive Baseball Players. Temple University College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
7. Wambold M, Taylor C, Ma L, Tucker C, Thomas SJ. (2019) Muscle Synergy Adaptations in the
Overhead Athlete, Temple University College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
8. Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. American Physical Therapy Association (CSM) Podium Presentation, Washington, DC
9. Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2018) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists, Chicago, Illinois
10. Thomas SJ, Sheridan S. (2018) Humeral Retroversion and Participation Age Differ Based on Geographical Region in Professional Baseball Pitchers. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
11. Thomas SJ, Tate A, Blubello AW, Peterson A, Blum D, Cobb J, Sarver JJ. (2017) Supraspinatus Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Painful Adult Swimmers. American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists Podium Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
12. Cobb J, Tate A, Thomas SJ, Blubello AW, Peterson A, Blum D, Sarver JJ. (2017) Supraspinatus
Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Painful Adult Swimmers. Temple College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
13. Shetye SS, Freedman BR, Fryhofer GW, Riggin CR, Gordon JA, Thomas SJ, Farber DC, Soslowsky LJ. (2017) Structural and In Vivo Functional Measures Predict Achilles Tendon Fatigue Mechanics During Healing. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation. San Diego, California
14. Beach ZM, Tucker JJ, Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Gray CF, Lee CS, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ.
(2017) Biceps Tenotomy in the Presence of a Supraspinatus Tear Alters the Adjacent Intact Tendons and Glenoid Cartilage. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation. San Diego, California
15. Tate A, Thomas SJ, Blubello AW, Peterson A, Blum D, Cobb J, Sarver JJ. (2017) Supraspinatus Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Painful Adult Swimmers. American Physical Therapy Association (CSM) Podium Presentation, Chicago, Illinois
16. Tate A, Thomas SJ, Blubello AW, Peterson A, Blum D, Cobb J, Sarver JJ. (2016) Supraspinatus Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Painful Adult Swimmers. Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association Innovation Platform Presentation, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
17. Reuther KE, Larson R, Kuhn PD, Kelly JD IV, Thomas SJ. (2016) Sleeper Stretch Accelerates Recovery of Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Following Pitching. American Society of Biomechanics Annual Meeting Thematic Poster Presentation, Raleigh, North Carolina
18. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Ebaugh DD, Soloff L, Genin J, Quinlin J, Kelly JD. (2016) Differences in Bicipital Groove Orientation, Not Shape, in Professional Baseball Pitchers. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Thematic Poster Presentation, Baltimore, Maryland
19. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Ebaugh DD, Soloff L, Genin J, Quinlin J, Kelly JD. (2015) Adaptations
to the Morphology of the Bicipital Groove in Professional Baseball Players. American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists Oral Presentation, Asheville, North Carolina
20. Thomas SJ, Sheridan S, Cooper J. (2015) Bony and Soft Tissue Adaptations of the Shoulder in Professional Baseball Pitchers. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, St. Louis, Missouri
21. Freedman BR, Gordon JA, Thomas SJ, Bhatt PB, Riggin CN, Sarver JJ, Tucker JJ, Zanes B,
Pardes A, Lee DY, Hast MW, Soslowsky LJ. (2015) Multidisciplinary Evaluation of Treatments for Achilles Tendon Ruptures During Early Healing in an Animal Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Las Vegas, Nevada
22. Reuther KE, Tucker JJ, Thomas SJ, Vafa RA, Liu SS, Gordon JA, Yannascoli SM, Caro AC, Kuntz AF, Soslowsky LJ. (2015) Effect of Scapular Dyskinesis on Supraspinatus Tendon Healing in a Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Las Vegas, Nevada
23. Tucker JJ, Thomas SJ, Reuther KE, Gray CF, Lee CS, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2015) Biceps
Detachment Alters Rotator Cuff Tendon Properties and Joint Function in a Supraspinatus Tendon Tear Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Las Vegas, Nevada
24. Reuther KE, Tucker JJ, Thomas SJ, Gordon JA, Vafa RA, Yannascoli SM, Caro AC, Liu SS,
Kuntz AF, Soslowsky LJ. (2014) Overuse and Altered Loading are Independently Detrimental to Shoulder Tendon Properties in a Rat Model. World Congress of Biomechanics Oral Presentation, Boston, Massachusetts
25. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Yannascoli SM, Tucker JJ, Kelly JD, Ahima RA, Barbe MF, Soslowsky
LJ. (2014) The Effect of Type II Diabetes on Native Mechanical and Biologic Shoulder Joint Properties in a Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
26. Thomas SJ, Reuther KE, Tucker JJ, Sarver JJ, Yannascoli SM, Caro AC, Voleti PB, Rooney SI, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2014) Biceps Detachment Decreases Joint Damage in a Rotator Cuff Tear Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
27. Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Tucker JJ, Yannascoli SM, Caro AC, Vafa RP, Kuntz AF, Soslowsky LJ. (2014) Scapular Dyskinesis is Detrimental to Shoulder Tendon Properties and Joint Mechanics in a Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
28. Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Tucker JJ, Sarver JJ, Gray CF, Evans EB, Ilkhani-Pour S, Glaser DL,
Soslowsky LJ. (2013) Returning to Overuse Activity Following a Supraspinatus and Infraspinatus Tear Leads to Joint Damage in a Rat Model. American Society of Mechanical Engineers Summer Bioengineering Conference Oral Presentation, Sunriver, Oregon
29. Riggin CN, Sarver JJ, Freedman BR, Thomas SJ, and Soslowsky LJ. (2013) Analysis of
Collagen Fiber Organization in Mouse Achilles Tendon using High-Frequency Ultrasound Imaging. American Society of Mechanical Engineers Summer Bioengineering Conference Poster Presentation, Sunriver, Oregon
30. Thomas SJ, Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Tucker J, Satchell L, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ.
(2013) Biceps Detachment Does Not Worsen Shoulder Function in a Multi-Tendon Rotator Cuff Tear Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
31. Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Satchell LN, Soslowsky LJ. Biceps Mechanical Properties Are Not
Altered in the Presence of Asymptomatic Rotator Cuff Tendon Tears. (2013) Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
32. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Reuther K, Tucker J, Edelstein L, Ilkhani-Pour S, Gray C, Lee CS, Glaser
DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2012) The Effect of Return to Overuse Activity after Rotator Cuff Tears on Joint Function and Biceps Mechanical Properties in a Rat Model. American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Sea Island, Georgia
33. Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Kaminski TW, Swanik KA, Higginson JS, Nazarian L, Kelly JD.
(2012) Shoulder Stiffness Adaptations in Division I Collegiate Baseball Players. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, St. Louis, Missouri
34. Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Thomas SJ, Lee CS, Gray CF, Tucker JJ, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ.
(2012) Effect of Return to Overuse Activity Following an Isolated Supraspinatus Tendon Tear On Adjacent Intact Tendons and Glenoid Cartilage in a Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Francisco, California
35. Hsu JE, Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Lee CS, Thomas SJ, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2012) Restoration of Anterior-Posterior Rotator Cuff Force Balance Improves Shoulder Function in a Rat Model of Chronic Massive Tears. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, San Francisco, CA
36. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Tucker J, Reuther KE, Edelstein L, Ilkhani-Pour S, Gray C, Lee CS, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2011) The Effect of Return to Overuse Activity After a Supraspinatus Tear on Joint Function and Biceps Mechanical Properties in a Rat Model. American Society of Mechanical Engineers Summer Bioengineering Conference Oral Presentation, Famington, Pennsylvania
37. Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Kaminski TW, Swanik KA, Higginson JS, Nazarian L, Bartolozzi, AR.
(2011) Humeral Retroversion and Its Association with Posterior Capsule Thickness in Collegiate Baseball Players. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
38. Kim AS, Swanik CB, Higginson C, Thomas SJ. (2011) A Gender Comparison in Reactive Knee Stiffening Strategies under Cognitive Loads. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
39. Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Trasolini NA, Thomas SJ, Schultz SM, Sehgal CM, Lee CS, Glaser DL,
Soslowsky LJ. (2011) Glenoid Cartilage Thickness Decreases after Rotator Cuff Tendon Tears in a Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Long Beach, California
40. Hsu JE, Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Lee CS, Thomas SJ, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2011)
Restoration of Anterior-Posterior Rotator Cuff Force Balance Improves Shoulder Function in a Rat Model of Chronic Massive Tears. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Long Beach, California
41. Miller KS, Thomas SJ, Trasolini NA, Soslowsky LJ. (2011) The Upper Band of the Subscapularis Tendon in the Rat has Inferior Mechanical Properties. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Long Beach, California
42. Kim AS, Swanik CB, Higginson C, Thomas SJ, Kaminski TW. (2010) Reactive Knee
Stiffening is Diminished Under Cognitive Loads. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
43. Hinsey ML, Swanik CB, Thomas SJ, Rudolph KS, Kaminski KS, Chang B. (2010) Comparison of Reactive Knee Stiffening Strategies Between Sexes. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
44. Needle AR, Swanik CB, Farquhar WB, Thomas SJ, Kaminski TW. (2010) Microneurographic
Evaluation of Afferent Deficits in the Unstable Ankle during Anterior Loading and Inversion Stress. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
45. Needle AR, Swanik CB, Farquhar WB, Thomas SJ, Kaminski TW. (2010) Microneurographic
Evaluation of Afferent Deficits in the Unstable Ankle during Anterior Loading and Inversion Stress. Eastern Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Boston, Massachusetts
46. Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Swanik KA, Nazarian L, Bartolozzi AR, Reisman AS. (2009) Bi-lateral Posterior Capsule Thickness and Its Correlation with Glenohumeral Internal Rotation in Collegiate Baseball Players. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
47. Swanik CB, Thomas SJ, Hinsey ML, Reisman AS. (2009) Differences in Knee Stiffness
Regulation During Drop Jumps from Unknown Heights. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Thematic Poster Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
48. Rosen AB, Swanik CB, Kaminski TW, Thomas SJ, Knight CK. (2009) Differences in lateral
drop-jumps from unknown heights among individuals with ankle instability. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral & Thematic Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
49. Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Thomas SJ, Huxel KC, Kelly JD. (2009) The Effect of Shoulder Plyometric Training on Selective Muscle Recruitment and Glenohumeral Force Couple Co-activation Strategies. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
50. Chrusch A, Swanik CB, Hinsey ML, Thomas SJ, Gutierrez GM, Reisman AS. (2009) The Role
of Vision on Knee Kinetic and Kinematic Variables during Drop Jumps from Unknown Heights. American Medicine Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Tampa, Florida
51. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB. (2008) Pitchers vs. Position Players: A Comparison of GIRD and Total Motion. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, St. Louis, Missouri
52. Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC, Thomas SJ, Kelly JD. (2008) The Effects of Shoulder
Plyometric Training on Glenohumeral Kinematics. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, St. Louis, Missouri
53. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. (2008) The Effect of GIRD on Scapular
Upward Rotation and Protraction in Competitive Baseball Players. Philadelphia Sports Medicine Congress Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
54. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. (2008) The Effect of GIRD on Scapular Upward Rotation and Protraction in Competitive Baseball Players. University of Delaware 5th Annual CBER Day Poster Presentation, Newark, DE
55. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. (2008) The Effect of GIRD on Scapular
Upward Rotation and Protraction in Competitive Baseball Players. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Francisco, CA
56. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. (2008) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular Position Change Following Division I Collegiate Baseball. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Francisco, CA
57. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. (2008) Internal Rotation and Scapular Position Differences: A Comparison of Collegiate and High School Baseball Players. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, San Francisco, CA
58. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC. (2007) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular Position Change Following Competitive High School Sports. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Anaheim CA
59. Kelly JD, Choa S, Swanik KA, Thomas SJ, Yucha D, Driban JB. (2007) An Electromyographic Assessment of the Bear Hug Test for Subscapularis Tears. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Anaheim, CA
60. Natale J, Swanik KA, Thomas SJ. (2007) The Effects of Shoulder Plyometric Training on
Scapular Upward Rotation. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Anaheim, CA
61. Fath PL, Swanik KA, Thomas SJ, Huxel KC, Tierney RT. (2007) The Effects of Scapular
Fatigue on Glenohumeral and Elbow Kinematics During Overhead Throwing in Collegiate Baseball Players. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Anaheim, CA
62. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB. (2007) Internal Rotation and Scapular Position
Differences: A Comparison of Collegiate and High School Baseball Players. Philadelphia Sports Medicine Congress Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
63. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC. (2007) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular Position Change Following Competitive High School Baseball. University of Delaware 4th Annual CBER Day Poster Presentation, Newark, DE
64. Kelly JD, Choa S, Swanik KA, Thomas SJ, Yucha D, Driban JB. (2007) An Electromyographic
Assessment of the Bear Hug Test for Subscapularis Tears. Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Francisco, CA
65. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC, Kelly JD. (2006) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular Position Change Following Competitive High School Baseball. The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Hershey, Pennsylvania
66. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC. (2006) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular
Position Change Following Competitive High School Sports. Philadelphia Sports Medicine Congress Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
67. Yucha DT, Chao S, Thomas SJ, Kelly JD, Driban J, Swanik KA. (2006) An Electromyographic
Assessment of the Bear Hug Test for Subscapularis Tears. Resident research competition, Philadelphia Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Oral Presentation
68. Yucha DT, Chao S, Thomas SJ, Kelly JD, Driban J, Swanik KA. (2006) An Electromyographic Assessment of the Bear Hug Test for Subscapularis Tears. 2nd Annual John Lachman’s Society Research Day Oral Presentation
69. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC. (2006) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular Position Change Following Competitive High School Sports. Eastern Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Refereed Scientific Abstracts________________________________________________________
1. Thomas SJ, Sheridan S, Reuther KE. (2019) Do Baseball Players With Soft Tissue GIRD have a Thicker Posterior Capsule? National Athletic Trainers’ Association 70th Annual Meeting Rapid Fire Oral Presentation, Las Vegas, Nevada, June 2019
2. Paul R, Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. American Society of Biomechanics Northeast Regional Meeting Podium Presentation, Reading, Pennsylvania
3. Paul R, Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. Temple University College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
4. Paul R, Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. Symposium for Undergraduate Research and Creativity, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
5. Cobb J, Sheridan S, Rauch J, Sarver J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Long-Term Effects of Pitching on Muscle Architecture of the Posterior Rotator Cuff in Professional Baseball Pitchers. Temple University College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
6. Valle O, Sheridan S, Rauch J, Sarver J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Long Term Effects of Pitching on Muscle Architecture of the Scapular Stabilizers in Competitive Baseball Players. Temple University College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
7. Wambold M, Taylor C, Ma L, Tucker C, Thomas SJ. (2019) Muscle Synergy Adaptations in the
Overhead Athlete, Temple University College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
8. Paul R, Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. Temple University Symposium for Undergraduate Research and Creativity, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
9. Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. American Physical Therapy Association (CSM) Podium Presentation, Washington, DC
10. Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2018) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists, Chicago, Illinois
11. Thomas SJ, Sheridan S. (2018) Humeral Retroversion and Participation Age Differ Based on Geographical Region in Professional Baseball Pitchers. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
12. Thomas SJ, Tate A, Blubello AW, Peterson A, Blum D, Cobb J, Sarver JJ. (2017) Supraspinatus Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Painful Adult Swimmers. American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists Podium Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
13. Cobb J, Tate A, Thomas SJ, Blubello AW, Peterson A, Blum D, Sarver JJ. (2017) Supraspinatus Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Painful Adult Swimmers. Temple College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
14. Shetye SS, Freedman BR, Fryhofer GW, Riggin CR, Gordon JA, Thomas SJ, Farber DC,
Soslowsky LJ. (2017) Structural and In Vivo Functional Measures Predict Achilles Tendon Fatigue Mechanics During Healing. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation. San Diego, California
15. Beach ZM, Tucker JJ, Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Gray CF, Lee CS, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2017) Biceps Tenotomy in the Presence of a Supraspinatus Tear Alters the Adjacent Intact Tendons and Glenoid Cartilage. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation. San Diego, California
16. Tate A, Thomas SJ, Blubello AW, Peterson A, Blum D, Cobb J, Sarver JJ. (2016) Supraspinatus Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Painful Adult Swimmers. American Physical Therapy Association (CSM) Podium Presentation, Chicago, Illinois
17. Tate A, Thomas SJ, Blubello AW, Peterson A, Blum D, Cobb J, Sarver JJ. (2016) Supraspinatus
Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Painful Adult Swimmers. Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association Innovation Platform Presentation, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
18. Reuther KE, Larson R, Kuhn PD, Kelly JD IV, Thomas SJ. (2016) Sleeper Stretch Accelerates
Recovery of Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Following Pitching. American Society of Biomechanics Annual Meeting Thematic Poster Presentation, Raleigh, North Carolina
19. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Ebaugh DD, Soloff L, Genin J, Quinlin J, Kelly JD. (2016) Differences in Bicipital Groove Orientation, Not Shape, in Professional Baseball Pitchers. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Thematic Poster Presentation, Baltimore, Maryland
20. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Ebaugh DD, Soloff L, Genin J, Quinlin J, Kelly JD. (2015) Adaptations
to the Morphology of the Bicipital Groove in Professional Baseball Players. American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists Oral Presentation, Asheville, North Carolina
21. Thomas SJ, Sheridan S, Cooper J. (2015) Bony and Soft Tissue Adaptations of the Shoulder in
Professional Baseball Pitchers. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, St. Louis, Missouri
22. Freedman BR, Gordon JA, Thomas SJ, Bhatt PB, Riggin CN, Sarver JJ, Tucker JJ, Zanes B, Pardes A, Lee DY, Hast MW, Soslowsky LJ. (2015) Multidisciplinary Evaluation of Treatments for Achilles Tendon Ruptures During Early Healing in an Animal Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Las Vegas, Nevada
23. Reuther KE, Tucker JJ, Thomas SJ, Vafa RA, Liu SS, Gordon JA, Yannascoli SM, Caro AC, Kuntz AF, Soslowsky LJ. (2015) Effect of Scapular Dyskinesis on Supraspinatus Tendon Healing in a Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Las Vegas, Nevada
24. Tucker JJ, Thomas SJ, Reuther KE, Gray CF, Lee CS, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2015) Biceps
Detachment Alters Rotator Cuff Tendon Properties and Joint Function in a Supraspinatus Tendon Tear Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Las Vegas, Nevada
25. Reuther KE, Tucker JJ, Thomas SJ, Gordon JA, Vafa RA, Yannascoli SM, Caro AC, Liu SS,
Kuntz AF, Soslowsky LJ. (2014) Overuse and Altered Loading are Independently Detrimental to Shoulder Tendon Properties in a Rat Model. World Congress of Biomechanics Oral Presentation, Boston, Massachusetts
26. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Yannascoli SM, Tucker JJ, Kelly JD, Ahima RA, Barbe MF, Soslowsky
LJ. (2014) The Effect of Type II Diabetes on Native Mechanical and Biologic Shoulder Joint Properties in a Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
27. Thomas SJ, Reuther KE, Tucker JJ, Sarver JJ, Yannascoli SM, Caro AC, Voleti PB, Rooney SI,
Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2014) Biceps Detachment Decreases Joint Damage in a Rotator Cuff Tear Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
28. Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Tucker JJ, Yannascoli SM, Caro AC, Vafa RP, Kuntz AF, Soslowsky LJ. (2014) Scapular Dyskinesis is Detrimental to Shoulder Tendon Properties and Joint Mechanics in a Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
29. Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Tucker JJ, Sarver JJ, Gray CF, Evans EB, Ilkhani-Pour S, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2013) Returning to Overuse Activity Following a Supraspinatus and Infraspinatus Tear Leads to Joint Damage in a Rat Model. American Society of Mechanical Engineers Summer Bioengineering Conference Oral Presentation, Sunriver, Oregon
30. Riggin CN, Sarver JJ, Freedman BR, Thomas SJ, and Soslowsky LJ. (2013) Analysis of
Collagen Fiber Organization in Mouse Achilles Tendon using High-Frequency Ultrasound Imaging. American Society of Mechanical Engineers Summer Bioengineering Conference Poster Presentation, Sunriver, Oregon
31. Thomas SJ, Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Tucker J, Satchell L, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2013) Biceps Detachment Does Not Worsen Shoulder Function in a Multi-Tendon Rotator Cuff Tear Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
32. Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Satchell LN, Soslowsky LJ. Biceps Mechanical Properties Are Not (2013) Altered in the Presence of Asymptomatic Rotator Cuff Tendon Tears. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
33. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Reuther K, Tucker J, Edelstein L, Ilkhani-Pour S, Gray C, Lee CS, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2012) The Effect of Return to Overuse Activity after Rotator Cuff Tears on Joint Function and Biceps Mechanical Properties in a Rat Model. American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Sea Island, Georgia
34. Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Kaminski TW, Swanik KA, Higginson JS, Nazarian L, Kelly JD.
(2012) Shoulder Stiffness Adaptations in Division I Collegiate Baseball Players. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, St. Louis, Missouri
35. Reuther KE, Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Tucker JJ, Lee CS, Gray CF, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2012) Massive Cuff Tears Alter Joint Function and Decrease Cartilage Mechanics Following Return to Overuse Activity in a Rat Model. American Society of Mechanical Engineers Summer Bioengineering Conference Poster Presentation, Fajardo, Puerto Rico
36. Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Thomas SJ, Lee CS, Gray CF, Tucker JJ, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ.
(2012) Effect of Return to Overuse Activity Following an Isolated Supraspinatus Tendon Tear On Adjacent Intact Tendons and Glenoid Cartilage in a Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Francisco, California
37. Hsu JE, Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Lee CS, Thomas SJ, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2012)
Restoration of Anterior-Posterior Rotator Cuff Force Balance Improves Shoulder Function in a Rat Model of Chronic Massive Tears. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, San Francisco, CA
38. Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Tucker J, Reuther KE, Edelstein L, Ilkhani-Pour S, Gray C, Lee CS, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2011) The Effect of Return to Overuse Activity After a Supraspinatus Tear on Joint Function and Biceps Mechanical Properties in a Rat Model. American Society of Mechanical Engineers Summer Bioengineering Conference Oral Presentation, Famington, Pennsylvania
39. Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Kaminski TW, Swanik KA, Higginson JS, Nazarian L, Bartolozzi, AR.
(2011) Humeral Retroversion and Its Association with Posterior Capsule Thickness in Collegiate Baseball Players. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
40. Kim AS, Swanik CB, Higginson C, Thomas SJ. (2011) A Gender Comparison in Reactive
Knee Stiffening Strategies under Cognitive Loads. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, New Orleans, Louisiana
41. Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Trasolini NA, Thomas SJ, Schultz SM, Sehgal CM, Lee CS, Glaser DL,
Soslowsky LJ. (2011) Glenoid Cartilage Thickness Decreases after Rotator Cuff Tendon Tears in a Rat Model. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Long Beach, California
42. Hsu JE, Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Lee CS, Thomas SJ, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2011) Restoration of Anterior-Posterior Rotator Cuff Force Balance Improves Shoulder Function in a Rat Model of Chronic Massive Tears. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Long Beach, California
43. Miller KS, Thomas SJ, Trasolini NA, Soslowsky LJ. (2011) The Upper Band of the Subscapularis Tendon in the Rat has Inferior Mechanical Properties. Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Long Beach, California
44. Kim AS, Swanik CB, Higginson C, Thomas SJ, Kaminski TW. (2010) Reactive Knee Stiffening is Diminished Under Cognitive Loads. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
45. Hinsey ML, Swanik CB, Thomas SJ, Rudolph KS, Kaminski KS, Chang B. (2010)
Comparison of Reactive Knee Stiffening Strategies Between Sexes. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
46. Needle AR, Swanik CB, Farquhar WB, Thomas SJ, Kaminski TW. (2010) Microneurographic
Evaluation of Afferent Deficits in the Unstable Ankle during Anterior Loading and Inversion Stress. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
47. Needle AR, Farquhar WB, Kaminski TW, Thomas SJ, Rose WC, Swanik CB. (2010) A Novel
Technique for Simultaneously Measuring Somatosensory Traffic, Joint Loading and Motion at the Ankle. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Baltimore, Maryland
48. Needle AR, Swanik CB, Farquhar WB, Thomas SJ, Kaminski TW. (2010) Microneurographic Evaluation of Afferent Deficits in the Unstable Ankle during Anterior Loading and Inversion Stress. Eastern Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Boston, Massachusetts
49. Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Swanik KA, Nazarian L, Bartolozzi AR, Reisman AS. (2009) Bi-
lateral Posterior Capsule Thickness and Its Correlation with Glenohumeral Internal Rotation in Collegiate Baseball Players. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
50. Swanik CB, Thomas SJ, Hinsey ML, Reisman AS. (2009) Differences in Knee Stiffness Regulation During Drop Jumps from Unknown Heights. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation Poster Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
51. Rosen AB, Swanik CB, Kaminski TW, Thomas SJ, Knight CK. (2009) Differences in lateral
drop-jumps from unknown heights among individuals with ankle instability. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral & Thematic Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
52. Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Thomas SJ, Huxel KC, Kelly JD. (2009) The Effect of Shoulder
Plyometric Training on Selective Muscle Recruitment and Glenohumeral Force Couple Co-activation Strategies. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, San Antonio, Texas
53. Chrusch A, Swanik CB, Hinsey ML, Thomas SJ, Gutierrez GM, Reisman AS. (2009) The Role of Vision on Knee Kinetic and Kinematic Variables during Drop Jumps from Unknown Heights. American Medicine Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Tampa, Florida
54. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB. (2008) Pitchers vs. Position Players: A Comparison of
GIRD and Total Motion. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, St. Louis, Missouri
55. Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC, Thomas SJ, Kelly JD. (2008) The Effects of Shoulder Plyometric Training on Glenohumeral Kinematics. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, St. Louis, Missouri
56. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. (2008) The Effect of GIRD on Scapular
Upward Rotation and Protraction in Competitive Baseball Players. Philadelphia Sports Medicine Congress Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
57. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. (2008) Internal Rotation and Scapular Position
Differences: A Comparison of Collegiate and High School Baseball Players. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, San Francisco, CA
58. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. (2008) The Effect of GIRD on Scapular Upward Rotation and Protraction in Competitive Baseball Players. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Francisco, CA
59. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. (2008) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular Position Change Following Division I Collegiate Baseball. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Francisco, CA
60. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC. (2007) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular Position Change Following Competitive High School Sports. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Anaheim CA
61. Natale J, Swanik KA, Thomas SJ, Tierney RT. (2007) The Effects of Shoulder Plyometric Training on Scapular Upward Rotation. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Anaheim, CA
62. Fath PL, Swanik KA, Thomas SJ, Huxel KC, Tierney RT. (2007) The Effects of Scapular
Fatigue on Glenohumeral and Elbow Kinematics During Overhead Throwing in Collegiate Baseball Players. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Anaheim, CA
63. Kelly JD, Choa S, Swanik KA, Thomas SJ, Yucha D, Driban JB. (2007) An Electromyographic Assessment of the Bear Hug Test for Subscapularis Tears. National Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Anaheim, CA
64. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB. (2007) Internal Rotation and Scapular Position Differences: A Comparison of Collegiate and High School Baseball Players. Philadelphia Sports Medicine Congress Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
65. Kelly JD, Choa S, Swanik KA, Thomas SJ, Yucha D, Driban JB. (2007) An Electromyographic Assessment of the Bear Hug Test for Subscapularis Tears. Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Francisco, CA
66. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC. (2006) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular
Position Change Following Competitive High School Baseball. The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Hershey, Pennsylvania
67. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC. (2006) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular
Position Change Following Competitive High School Sports. Philadelphia Sports Medicine Congress Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
68. Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Huxel KC. (2006) Glenohumeral Rotation and Scapular
Position Change Following Competitive High School Sports. Eastern Athletic Trainers Association Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Grants___________________________________________________________________________
In Review Funded National Institute for Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) Small Business Innovation Research Grant (SBIR) Project number: 1R43HD098958-01 PI: John Kablan, MS Role: Consultant Years: 06/15/2019 – 05/31/2020 Title: A Low-Cost, Collaborative Tool for the Tracking of Youth Activities to Reduce Risk of Physical Injury Award Amount: $224,996 American Arthroscopy Association of North America Orthopaedic Resident Grant PI: Gordon J Role: Co-investigator Year: 2014 Title: Adhesive Capsulitis: Genome Wide Expression Analysis Exploring the Role of Diabetes in Pathogenesis Award Amount: $25,000 Penn Center for Musculoskeletal Disorders Imaging Core Seed Grant PI: Soslowsky LJ Role: Co-investigator Year: 2012 Title: Development and Validation of an Ultrasound Method to Quantify Collagen Fiber Alignment in Tendon Award Amount: $5,400
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Awards (NRSA) for Individual Postdoctoral Fellows (Parent F32) PI: Thomas SJ Role: Primary Investigator Years: 2011-2012 Title: The Pathophysiology of Rotator Cuff Tendon Injury and Healing in the Presence of Type II Diabetes Award Amount: $117,364 Priority Score: 20 Unfunded Grants Major League Baseball Medical Grant PI: Kelly JD IV Co-Investigator: Thomas SJ Kelly JD IV, Thomas SJ. (invited resubmission, 2017) Mechanisms of Biomechanical Compensation in Baseball Pitching Requested Amount: $36,192 Eastern Athletic Trainers Association Research Grant (2016) PI: Thomas SJ Soft Tissue, and Neuromuscular Adaptations in the Adolescent Throwing Athlete Requested Amount: $9,483.00 Swimming Saves Lives Foundation Research Grant (2015) PI: Tate A Co-PI: Thomas SJ Shoulder Pain and Injury in Competitive Swimmers Requested Amount: $10,000 Eastern Athletic Trainers Association Research Grant (2015) PI: Thomas SJ The Development of Osseous and Soft Tissue Adaptations in Adolescent Baseball Players Requested Amount: $9,523.02 Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers Society Research Award (2015) PI: Thomas SJ Bony, Soft Tissue, and Neuromuscular Adaptations in the Adolescent Throwing Athlete Requested Amount: $5,000
Transdisciplinary Awards Program in Translational Medicine and Therapeutics (TAPITMAT) PI: Soslowsky LJ and Graves D Co-Investigator: Thomas SJ Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Pramod V, Barbe, M, Graves D, Soslowsky LJ. (2012) The Pathophysiology of Rotator Cuff Tendon Injury and Healing in the Presence of Type II Diabetes Requested Amount: $150,000 American Diabetes Association PI: Soslowsky, LJ Co-Investigator: Thomas SJ Soslowsky, LJ, Thomas, SJ, Barbe, M, Ahima, R. (2011) The Pathophysiology of Rotator Cuff Tendon Type II Diabetes Effect on Rotator Cuff Tendon Properties and Healing Requested amount: $100,000 National Football League Charities PI: Swanik, CB Co-Investigator: Thomas SJ Swanik, CB., Bartolozzi, AR., Thomas, SJ., Nazarian, LN. (2008) The Role of Posterior Capsule Thickness and Scapular Dyskinesis on Stiffness Regulation Strategies in Patients with GIRD Requested amount: $123,608 High School Student Research Mentorship___________________________________________ Ryan Larsen Toms River High School North Year: 2013-2014 Project Title: The Effect of the Sleeper Stretch on Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Range of Motion Following Pitching Analysis Role: Advisor Undergraduate Student Research Mentorship___________________________________________ Richard Dang Temple University Biology Year: 2019-Present Role: Mentor Joe Scheidt University of Chicago Physics Year: Summer 2018 Role: Mentor Funding: Jeff Metcalf Summer Intern
Peter Quinn Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2018-Present Role: Mentor Leo Battalora Temple University Engineering Year: 2018-Present Role: Mentor Hunter Herb Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2018-2019 Role: Mentor David Goodman Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2018-Present Role: Mentor Chris Rojas Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2018-2019 Role: Mentor Morgan Fridey Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2018 Role: Mentor Shawn Golas Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2017-2018 Role: Mentor John Ballinger Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2017-2019 Role: Mentor
Kristen Davis Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2017-2018 Role: Mentor Jeff Jacoby Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2017-2019 Role: Mentor Pasaquale Succi Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2017-2018 Role: Mentor Veronica Dilzer Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2017-2019 Role: Mentor Mitchell Choai Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2017-2018 Role: Mentor Cortlyn Raynes Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2017-2019 Role: Mentor Brendan Bellomo Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2017 Role: Mentor Devin Conlon Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2017 Role: Mentor
John Korol Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2016-2018 Role: Mentor Seth Ouellette Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2016-2018 Role: Mentor Ryan Paul Temple University Kinesiology Year: 2016-Present Role: Mentor Funding: Temple University Merit Scholarship Summer 2018 Justin Cobb Temple University Year: 2016 Project Title: Supraspinatus Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Adult Swimmers Role: Mentor Kevin Davis, Ashley Rodriguez, Erin O'Brien, Mo Wali, Drexel Biomedical Engineering Senior Design Year: 2014-2015 Project Title: Glenohumeral Passive Stiffness Device Role: Client Diane Osborne, Justin Elfman, Tigran Edindjiklian, Drexel Biomedical Engineering Senior Design Year: 2014-2015 Project Title: Diagnostic Ultrasound Biofeedback Device Role: Client Austin Hoffman Drexel STAR (Students Tackling Advanced Research) Scholars Undergraduate Program Year: 2014 Project Title: The Effect of Hand Dominance on Bicipital Groove Size Role: Co-Advisor
Thesis Committees___________________________________________________________________ Master’s Degree
Nicholas Mirabito Temple University Department of Kinesiology Year: 2018-2020 Role: Chair Title: The Acute Effect of Pitching on Muscle Architecture Gabriel Castillo Temple University Department of Kinesiology Year: 2018-2020 Role: Chair Title: Effects of Fatigue on Muscle Synergies in the Shoulders of Baseball Players Michael J Donaldson Texas State University Department of Health and Human Performance Year: 2018-2019 Role: Committee Member Title: In Overhead Athletes Does Humeral Torsion Play a Role in Shoulder and Elbow Injury Profiles: A Systematic Review Justin Cobb Temple University Department of Kinesiology Year: 2017-2019 Role: Chair Title: Long-Term Effects of Pitching on Muscle Architecture of Posterior Rotator Cuff in Professional Pitchers Ohsana Valle Temple University Department of Kinesiology Year: 2017-2019 Role: Chair Title: Long Term Effects of Pitching on Muscle Architecture of the Posterior Scapular Stabilizers Morgan Wambold Temple University Department of Kinesiology Year: 2017-2019 Role: Chair Title: Muscle Synergy Adaptations in Overhead Athletes
M. Reed Vennel Drexel University School of Biomedical Engineering Year: 2017 Role: External committee member Title: Shoulder Stiffness: Quantification of Overuse Injury in Competitive Swimmers Elizabeth Tucker Temple University Department of Biology Year: 2017 Role: Committee member Title: Compensatory Strategies of a Sprawled Bipedal Runner Over a Sudden Drop Research in Progress______________________________________________________________ Tate A, Thomas SJ, Blubello AW, Peterson A, Blum D, Cobb J, Sarver JJ. Supraspinatus Structural Changes Observed with Ultrasound Imaging in Adult Swimmers Thomas SJ, Swanik CB, Cooper J, Sheridan S, Kelly JD, Nazarian L. A Prospective Analysis of the Anatomical and Biomechanical Adaptations in Professional Baseball Players Institutional Service Activities______________________________________________________ Temple University, Philadelphia, PA College of Public Health, Realignment Faculty Retreat Assistant 2018
College of Public Health, STAR Building Committee 2017-2019
College of Public Health, Technology Fellow Program 2016-2017 Department of Kinesiology, Health Professions PD Search Committee (Chair) Spring/Summer 2019 Department of Kinesiology, KPAP Program Director Search Committee Fall 2018 Department of Kinesiology, Awards Committee 2018-Present Department of Kinesiology, Webpage/Marketing Committee 2016
Department of Kinesiology, BS in Kinesiology Workgroup Spring 2016
Department of Kinesiology, Neuromotor Faculty Search Committee Fall 2016 Neumann University, Aston, PA Division of Nursing and Health Science, Library Committee 2014-2015
Media Interviews_________________________________________________________________ Athletic Training & Sports Healthcare Special Issue Journal Twitter Chat: Youth Sport Injuries and Sport Specialization (January 2019) https://twitter.com/ATSHCJournal
Penn Medicine News: How to Survive Baseball’s ‘Most Fearsome Injury’ (November, 2018) https://www.pennmedicine.org/news/news-blog/2018/november/how-to-survive-baseballs-most-fearsome-injury The Temple News: Kinesiology department lab studies athletic injuries (October, 2018) https://temple-news.com/kinesiology-department-lab-studies-athletic-injuries/ UNDARK: Truth, Beauty, Science, The Problem with Pitch Clocks (May, 2016) http://undark.org/2016/05/20/problem-pitch-clocks/ UDaily News, UD Alumni Performs Research on Phillies Pitchers (May, 2010) http://www.udel.edu/udaily/2010/may/phillies051310.html Honors and Awards_______________________________________________________________ Paul R, Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. American Society of Biomechanics Northeast Regional Meeting Podium Presentation, Reading, Pennsylvania: Qualysis Best Undergraduate Podium Presentation Paul R, Tate AR, Sarver J, DiPaola, Yim J, Thomas SJ. (2019) Changes in Clinical Measures and Tissue Adaptations in Collegiate Swimmers Across a Competitive Season. Temple University College of Public Health Research Day, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Meritorious Research Poster Award Nominated for the Young Professionals Committee National Distinction Award. (2016) National Athletic Trainers’ Young Professional Committee. Designed to acknowledge one athletic trainer that has made an immediate and definitive impact on the athletic training profession at the national, district or state level Nominated for the Freddie Fu Young Investigator Award. (2016) National Athletic Trainers’ Association Research and Education Foundation. Nominated for the Neumann University Growth & Scholarship Award. (2015) Neumann University. Designed to acknowledge the professor that has demonstrated the most scholarly growth over the past 5 years. Nominated for the Young Professionals Committee National Distinction Award. (2015) National Athletic Trainers’ Young Professional Committee. Designed to acknowledge one athletic trainer that has made an immediate and definitive impact on the athletic training profession at the national, district or state level Nominated for the Freddie Fu Young Investigator Award. (2015) National Athletic Trainers’ Association Research and Education Foundation. Riggin CN, Sarver JJ, Freedman BR, Thomas SJ, and Soslowsky LJ. (2014) Analysis of Collagen Fiber Organization in Mouse Achilles Tendon using High-Frequency Ultrasound Imaging. Journal of Biomechanical Engineering Editors' Choice papers for 2014 (9/187).
Riggin CN, Sarver JJ, Freedman BR, Thomas SJ, and Soslowsky LJ. (2013) Analysis of Collagen Fiber Organization in Mouse Achilles Tendon using High-Frequency Ultrasound Imaging. ASME Summer Bioengineering Conference Poster Presentation, Sunriver, Oregon: 2nd Prize Summer Bioengineering Conference Masters Competition Nominated for the David H. Perrin Doctoral Dissertation Award. (2012) National Athletic Trainers’ Association Research and Education Foundation. Honorary Membership: Temple University Beta Xi Chapter of the Iota Tau Alpha Honor Society (2011) Reuther KE, Sarver JJ, Thomas SJ, Lee CS, Gray CF, Tucker JJ, Glaser DL, Soslowsky LJ. (2012) Effect of Return to Overuse Activity Following an Isolated Supraspinatus Tendon Tear On Adjacent Intact Tendons and Glenoid Cartilage in a Rat Model. ORS Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, San Francisco, California: Best Shoulder/Elbow Poster Presentation Miller KS, Thomas SJ, Trasolini NA, Soslowsky LJ. (2011) The Upper Band of the Subscapularis Tendon in the Rat has Inferior Mechanical Properties. Penn Center for Musculoskeletal Disorders 8th Annual Scientific Symposium: 3rd Prize Biomechanics Poster Presentation Spencer BA, Dolinskas CA, Seymour PA, Thomas SJ, Abboud JA. (2011) Glenohumeral Articular Cartilage Lesions: Prospective Comparison of Non-Contrast MRI and Findings at Arthroscopy. Fellow research competition, Philadelphia Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine: 1st Prize Oral Presentation Kim AS, Swanik CB, Higginson C, Thomas SJ, Kaminski TW. (2010) Reactive Knee Stiffening is Diminished Under Cognitive Loads. NATA Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: 1st Place Masters Student Oral Presentation Award Hinsey ML, Swanik CB, Thomas SJ, Rudolph KS, Kaminski KS, Chang B. (2010) Comparison of Reactive Knee Stiffening Strategies Between Sexes. NATA Annual Meeting Poster Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Finalist Masters Student Poster Presentation Award Needle AR, Swanik CB, Farquhar WB, Thomas SJ, Kaminski TW. (2010) Microneurographic Evaluation of Afferent Deficits in the Unstable Ankle during Anterior Loading and Inversion Stress. NATA Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Finalist Masters Student Oral Presentation Award Needle AR, Swanik CB, Farquhar WB, Thomas SJ, Kaminski TW. (2010) Microneurographic Evaluation of Afferent Deficits in the Unstable Ankle during Anterior Loading and Inversion Stress. EATA Annual Meeting Oral Presentation, Boston, Massachusetts: 1st Place Graduate Student Oral Presentation Award Rosen AB, Swanik CB, Kaminski TW, Thomas SJ, Knight CK. (2009) Differences in lateral drop-jumps from unknown heights among individuals with ankle instability. NATA Annual Meeting Oral & Thematic Presentation, San Antonio, Texas: Finalist Masters Student Oral Presentation Award
Thomas SJ, Swanik KA, Swanik CB, Kelly JD. (2008) The Effect of GIRD on Scapular Upward Rotation and Protraction in Competitive Baseball Players. University of Delaware 5th Annual CBER Day Poster Presentation, Newark, DE: Student Research Travel Fund Award Winner Fath PL, Swanik KA, Thomas SJ, Huxel KC, Tierney RT. (2007) The Effects of Scapular Fatigue on Glenohumeral and Elbow Kinematics During Overhead Throwing in Collegiate Baseball Players. NATA Annual Meeting Anaheim, CA: 1st Place Masters Student Oral Presentation Award Yucha DT, Chao S, Thomas SJ, Kelly JD, Driban J, Swanik KA. (2006) An Electromyographic Assessment of the Bear Hug Test for Subscapularis Tears. Resident research competition, Philadelphia Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine: 1st Prize Oral Presentation Yucha DT, Chao S, Thomas SJ, Kelly JD, Driban J, Swanik KA. (2006) An Electromyographic Assessment of the Bear Hug Test for Subscapularis Tears. 2nd Annual John Lachman’s Society Research Day: 1st Prize Oral Presentation Computational & Technical Skills___________________________________________________ Immunohistochemistry Experience with tissue preparation, sectioning, and staining protocols for IL1-β, TNF-α, AGE, & TGF-β1 Histology Experience with tissue preparation, sectioning, and staining protocols for paraffin embedded tissue Instron Experience with mechanical testing protocols of rat rotator cuff tendons LabView Computer programming of data collection and post collection data processing for EMG, kinematics, kinetics, joint stiffness, and non-parametric statistical tests Motion Analysis Inc. Knowledgeable in data collection of kinematic and kinetic data using Cortex software Vicon Knowledgeable in data collection of kinematic and kinetic data using Vicon Nexus and Vicon Workstation software Innovative Sports Training Knowledgeable in data collection of kinematic data using The Motion Monitor software for the Polhemus Liberty 3-D electromagnetic tracking system Visual 3D Software (C-Motion Inc.) Knowledgeable in post process analysis of EMG, kinematics, and kinetic data using Visual 3D software SPSS Knowledgeable in statistical analysis using SPSS software
Noraxon EMG Knowledgeable with surface and fine wire EMG electrode set-up and data collection Boulder Laboratory for 3-D Electron Microscopy of Cells Knowledgeable with IMOD software for 3D digitations of MRI slide Certifications/Affiliations___________________________________________________________ American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists 2008-Present The National Scholars Honor Society 2008-Present Delaware State Licensed Athletic Trainer 2006-2012
Approved Clinical Instructor, University of Delaware 2006-2010
University of Delaware ATEP Steering Committee 2006-2010 NATA BOC Certified Athletic Trainer #060302354 2003-Present National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Certified Athletic Trainer 2003-Present Eastern Athletic Trainers’ Association, Certified Athletic Trainer 2003-Present Pennsylvania State Licensed Athletic Trainer 2003-2006; 2010-Present
American Red Cross Association CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer 2003-Present