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Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Rice, I., Cowan, R.E., & Turkovich, M.J. (2008). The Effect of Shoulder Position on Pushrim Forces during Overground Manual Wheelchair Propulsion. In Proceedings of the Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Arlington, VA.
Koontz, A.M., Ding, D., & Hiremath, S.V. (2008). Estimating Temporal Parameters of Wheelchair Propulsion based on Hand Acceleration. In Proceedings of the Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Arlington, VA.
Koontz, A.M., Ding, D., Hershberger, M., & Cooper, R.A. (2008). A Model Undergraduate Research Program in Rehabilitation Engineering. In Proceedings of the Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Arlington, VA.
Koontz, A.M., Impink, B.G., Collinger, J.L., Boninger, M.L., & Gangon, D. (2008). Do Stroke Characteristics Change During a High-Intensity 12-minutes Corridor Wheelchair Propulsion Test in Experienced Manual Wheelchair Users?. In Proceedings of the Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Arlington, VA.
Koontz, A.M., Kankipati, P., & Cooper, R.A. (2008). A custom measurement system for investigating wheelchair transfer biomechanics. In Proceedings of the XVIth International Conference on Mechanics in Medicine and Biology.Pittsburgh, PA.
Koontz, A.M., Turkovich, M.J., & Kankipati, P. (2008). Shoulder Joint Loading for Three Types of Lateral Wheelchair Transfers. In Proceedings of the Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Arlington, VA.
Koontz, A.M., & Betz, K.L. (2007). Preserving upper limb function in wheelchair users: Application of clinical practice guidelines. In Proceedings of the 23rd International Seating Symposium, (p. 155).Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Kankipati, P., & Yarnall, M. (2007). Shoulder joint forces during lateral and overhead wheelchair transfers. In Proceedings of the 30th Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Phoenix, AZ.
Koontz, A.M., Rice, I., Cowan, R.E., & Boninger, M.L. (2007). Effects of wheelchair propulsion training on pushrim kinetics. In American Society of Biomechanics Conference.Stanford, CA.
Koontz, A.M., Triolo, R.J., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Yang, Y. (2007). Surface EMG Analysis on Shoulder Muscle During Prolonged Wheelchair Propulsion. In Proceedings of the International Society of Biomechanics Congress.Taipei, Taiwan.
Koontz, A.M., Yarnall, M., & Odle, B. (2007). Upper limb kinematics during a wheelchair transfer of persons with paraplegia. In National Technical and Career Conference.Denver, CO.
Koontz, A.M., Yarnall, M., Mercer, J.L., Cowan, R.E., Boninger, M.L., & Roche, B.M. (2007). Manual wheelchair propulsion patterns on natural surfaces. In Proceedings of the 30th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Phoenix, AZ.
Koontz, A.M., Yarnall, M., Price, R., Odle, B., Sisto, S.A., & Boninger, M.L. (2007). Lateral transfer movement strategies among persons with paraplegia. In Proceedings of the 30th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Phoenix, AZ.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Mercer, J.L. (2006). Relationship of shoulder pathology and shoulder kinetics during wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the 29th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Mercer, J.L. (2006). Upper body kinematic analysis of four types of lateral wheelchair transfers. In Proceedings of the 29th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Yang, Y.S., Triolo, R.J., Mercer, J.L., Fitzgerald, S.G., Cooper, R.A., & Boninger, M.L. (2006). Surface electrical stimulation of trunk musculature during wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the 29th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M. (2005). Power wheelchair selection: Using wheelchair standards to evaluation performance, durability, and safety. In 2005 Annual Spinal Cord Injury Conference, American Paraplegia Society.Las Vegas, NV.
Koontz, A.M., & DiGiovine, C.P. (2005). Development and Use of a Standard Clinical Protocol for the Assessment of Wheelchair Propulsion Biomechanics. In Proceedings of the 21st International Seating Symposium, (pp. 77-78).Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Nogan, S., Yang, Y.S., & Triolo, R.J. (2005). Effects of Functional Electrical Stimulation on Manual Wheelchair Propulsion. In XXth Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics and 29th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics.Cleveland State University, OH.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Pearlman, J.L., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, D., & Mercer, J.L. (2005). Effect of Weight on Wheelchair Propulsion Over Various Surfaces. In Proceedings of the 28th Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Rice, I. (2005). Characteristics of the Manual Wheelchair Propulsive Stroke Under Fatigue Conditions. In Proceedings of the 28th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Pearlman, J.L., Mercer, J.L., Boninger, M.L., & Cowan, R.E. (2005). Factors Affecting Start-Up Propulsion Forces. In Proceedings of the 28th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Eisler, H., Cooper, R.A., Cooper, R., & Boninger, M.L. (2005). Considerations for the Selection and Fitting of Manual Wheelchairs for Optimal Mobility. In Proceedings of the 21st International Seating Symposium, (pp. 59-60).Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Kelleher, A., & Fitzgerald, S.F. (2005). Evidence-based guidelines for optimal manual wheelchair selection, setup and propulsion techniques. In 2005 Annual Conference of the American Association of Spinal Cord Injury Nurses.Las Vegas, NV.
Koontz, A.M., Pearlman, J.L., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Mercer, J.L. (2005). Kinetic Analysis of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Over Three Surfaces. In XXth Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics and 29th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics.Cleveland State University, OH.
Koontz, A.M., Yang, Y.S., Kanaly, J., Boninger, M.L., & Cooper, R.A. (2005). Start-Up propulsion biomechanics using a prototype ergonomic pushrim. In Proceedings of the 28th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Yang, Y.S., Price, R., Boninger, M.L., & Yarnall, M. (2005). Wrist Range of Motion During Lateral Transfers Among Persons with Paraplegia. In Proceedings of the 28th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Yang, Y.S., Price, R., Sisto, S.A., Boninger, M.L., & Cooper, R.A. (2005). Multi-site comparison of wheelchair propulsion in persons with paraplegia. In Proceedings of the 28th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Yang, Y.S., Triolo, R.J., Boninger, M.L., & Mercer, J.L. (2005). Electomyography of Trunk Muscles During Wheelchair Propulsion. In XXth Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics and 29th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics.Cleveland State University, OH.
Koontz, A.M. (2004). Wheelchair Set-Up and Prevention of Secondary Conditions. In 2004 Annual Spinal Cord Injury Conference, American Paraplegia Society.Las Vegas, NV.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., & Rice, I. (2004). An analysis of trunk excursion in manual wheelchair users. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., & Yang, Y.S. (2004). Influence of gripping moments on mechanical efficiency of wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2004 Annual Conference.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., Kanaly, J., & Yang, Y.S. (2004). Biomechanical analysis of a new ergonomic wheelchair pushrim. In Proceedings of the Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Symposium.Tainan, Taiwan, National Cheng Kung University.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Rice, I., Yang, Y.S., & Cooper, R.A. (2004). Trunk movement patterns and propulsion efficiency in wheelchair users with and without SCI. In Proceedings of the American Society Biomechanics 2004 Annual Meeting.Portland, OR.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Triolo, R.J., Cooper, R.A., & Yang, Y.S. (2004). EMG activity of trunk muscles during wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the American Society Biomechanics 2004 Annual Meeting.Portland, OR.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Triolo, R.J., Cooper, R.A., & Yang, Y.S. (2004). Wheelchair Propulsion Pattern and EMG Activity of the Trunk Muscles. In Proceedings of the 19th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA Conference), (pp. 219-220).Sapporo, Japan.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Impink, B.G. (2004). Range of Motion and Wheelchair Pushrim Kinetics: Their Impact on Nerve Health. In Proceedings of the 27th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Rice, I. (2004). Wheelchair users with SCI exhibit paradoxical trunk motion during propulsion. In Proceedings of the Restoration of Wheeled Mobility in SCI Rehabilitation Congress.Amsterdam, Holland.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Tharakeshwarappa, N. (2004). Biomechanical analysis of a wheelchair wheelie in persons with SCI. In Proceedings of the American Society Biomechanics 2004 Annual Meeting.Portland, OR.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Tharakeshwarappa, N. (2004). Corrective forces required to balance in a wheelchair wheelie. In Proceedings of the Restoration of Wheeled Mobility in SCI Rehabilitation Congress.Amsterdam, Holland.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Dvorznak, M.J., & Ambrosio, A. (2004). A model-based criterion for assessing appropriateness of wheelchair setup. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2004 Annual Conference.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Fitzgerald, S.G., Ding, D., Cooper, R., & Hoover, A.E. (2004). Manual Wheelchair Use and Reported Pain. In Proceedings of the 27th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Mercer, J.L., Dicianno, B.E., Wolfe, E., & Fitzgerald, S.G. (2004). Body Mass Index and its Limitations on Functional Wheelchair Propulsion. In Proceedings of the 27th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Schwid, S., Boninger, M.L., & Ambrosio, F. (2004). The Effect of Mobility Device Use on Strength, Fatigue, and Quality of Life in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis. In Proceedings of the 19th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA Conference), (pp. 217-218).Sapporo, Japan.
Koontz, A.M., Mercer, J.L., Boninger, M.L., & Cowan, R.E. (2004). Injury Level and Wheelchair Propulsion. In Proceedings of the 27th Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Nogan, S., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., Triolo, R.J., & Yang, Y.S. (2004). Activation of the Trunk Muscles during Wheelchair Propulsion. In Proceedings of the 9th Annual Conference of the International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society (IFESS).Bournemouth, UK.
Koontz, A.M., Yang, Y.S., Ohnabe, H., Okada, T., & Miyazawa, M. (2004). Examination of Propulsion Patterns in Manual Wheelchair Propulsion. In Proceedings of the Welfare Engineering Symposium, (pp. 53-56).University of Tokyo, Japan.
Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R., Souza, A.L., Ambrosio, F., & Wolf, E. (2003). Causes and Alleviation of Repetitive Strain Injuries Among Wheelchair Users. In Posture and Mobility Group Annual Conference: Improving the Outcome.University of York, UK.
Cooper, R.A., Cooper, R., Boninger, M.L., Koontz, A.M., Wolf, E., Yang, Y.S., & Dobson, A. (2003). Technical Contributions to Wheelchairs that Improve Outcomes. In Posture and Mobility Group Annual Conference: Improving the Outcome.University of York, UK.
Koontz, A.M., & Boninger, M.L. (2003). What is the best way to propel a wheelchair?. In 19th International Seating Symposium, (pp. 47-48).
Koontz, A.M., & Boninger, M.L. (2003). Redesigning the wheelchair pushrim for injury prevention. In 19th International Seating Symposium, (pp. 143-144).
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Impink, B.G. (2003). Median & ulnar nerve function related to wrist range of motion during wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2003 Annual Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Yang, Y.S. (2003). The effect of hand contact speed on wheelchair propulsion kinetics. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2003 Annual Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Tharakeshwarappa, N., & Towers, T. (2003). Finite element model of the shoulder joint during wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2003 Annual Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Chaves, E., Garber, S., & Williams, A.L. (2003). Clinical evaluation of a wheelchair mounted robotic arm. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2003 Annual Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Impink, B.G., Boninger, M.L., & Ebihara, K. (2003). Kinetic analysis of wheelchair propulsion for various surfaces and ramp conditions. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2003 Annual Conference.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Ebihara, K., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Impink, B.G. (2003). Temporal characteristics of real-world wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the 2003 American Society Biomechanics Conference.Toledo, OH.
Yang, Y.S., Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., & Boninger, M.L. (2003). The effect of hand contact acceleration on wheelchair propulsion kinetics. In Proceedings of the 2003 American Society Biomechanics Conference.Toledo, OH.
Koontz, A.M. (2002). Manual wheelchair use and upper extremity pain and injury. In 16th Annual Conference of the American Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers.Las Vegas, NV.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., & Baldwin, M.A. (2002). Braking kinetics in wheelchair propulsion: Evaluation of a new ergonomic pushrim. In Proceedings of the 3rd National VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Conference,.Washington D.C.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., & Ma, L. (2002). Gender difference in the segmental power and energy of manual wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2002 Annual Conference.Minneapolis, MN.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., Dicianno, B.E., & Towers, J.T. (2002). Propulsion work and power differences in wheelchair users with greater evidence of shoulder pathology at follow-up. In Proceedings of Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2002 Annual Conference.Minneapolis, MN.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., Towers, J.T., & Ma, L. (2002). Segmental power during propulsion in wheelchair users with greater evidence of shoulder injury overtime. In IV World Congress of Biomechanics Conference.Calgary, CA.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Fitzgerald, S.G., Souza, A., Fay, B., & Ambrosio, F. (2002). Wheelchair Propulsion Biomechanics In Patients With Multiple Sclerosis. In Proceedings of Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2002 Annual Conference.Minneapolis, MN.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Fitzgerald, S.G., Souza, A., Fay, B., & Ambrosio, F. (2002). A Fatigue Analysis During Wheelchair Propulsion In Patients With Multiple Sclerosis. In Proceedings of Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2002 Annual Conference.Minneapolis, MN.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Fitzgerald, S.G., Souza, A., Fay, B., & Ambrosio, F. (2002). A Biomechanical Analysis of Wheelchair Propulsion in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis. In Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers Annual Meeting.Chicago, IL.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Souza, A.L., & Kim, S.J. (2002). Wheelchair braking biomechanics. In Proceedings of Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North Americ 2002 Annual Conference.Minneapolis, MN.
Koontz, A.M., Yang, Y.S., Cooper, R.A., & Boninger, M.L. (2002). Trunk movement adaptations during wheelchair propulsion at two speeds and load conditions. In Proceedings of Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2002 Annual Conference.Minneapolis, MN.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., & Cooper, R.A. (2001). The role of the shoulder during wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the Seventeenth International Seating Symposium, (pp. 45-46).Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., Fay, B.T., & Deitzer, J. (2001). Scapula orientation in a virtual wheelchair push. In ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY, 13(2), (p. 139).Reno, NV.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Fay, B.T. (2001). Considering gender differences in manual wheelchair propulsion kinetics: Use of a pushrim force ratio. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2001 Annual Conference, (pp. 277-279).Reno, NV.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Collins, J., & Guo, S. (2001). Techniques of data collection from two SMARTWheels. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America2001 Annual Conference, (pp. 274-276).Reno, NV.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Fay, B.T., & Ma, L. (2001). Mechanical energy change within the segments of upper extremity during wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2001 Annual Conference, (pp. 307-309).Reno, NV.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Fay, B.T., & Souza, A.L. (2001). Predicting scapula orientation in wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2001 Annual Conference.Reno, NV.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Fay, B.T., & Souza, A.L. (2001). Comparison of pushrim kinetics between four different manual wheelchair pushrim conditions. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2001 Annual Conference, (pp. 221-223).Reno, NV.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Towers, J.D., & Dicianno, B.E. (2001). Wheelchair propulsion forces and MRI evidence of shoulder injury. In Abstracts of the Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting.Hilton Head, SC.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Collins, J.D., Cooper, R.A., & Songfeng, G. (2000). Visual frequency feedback and its effect on wheelchair propulsion kinetics. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2000 Annual Conference.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., & Fay, B.T. (2000). Relating shoulder joint forces and range of motion during wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the 24th Annual Meeting of the American Society Biomechanics.Chicago, IL.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., & Fitzgerald, S.F. (2000). Prevention and Treatment of Repetitive Strain Injuries Among Manual Wheelchair Users. In Proceedings APEC Workshop on Technology with Humanistic Concerns for Disabilities, (pp. 99-110).Taipei, Taiwan.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Fay, B.T. (2000). Gender differences in the kinetic features of manual wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the 24th Annual Meeting of the American Society Biomechanics.Chicago, IL.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Baldwin, M.A., & Fay, B.T. (2000). Maximum contraction measurement at the wrist. In Proceedings of the 2nd National Department of VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Conference, (p. 142).Washington, D.C.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Fay, B.T., & Baldwin, M.A. (2000). Shoulder joint forces and moments during two speeds of wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America 2000 Annual Conference.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Fitzgerald, S.G., & Fay, B.T. (2000). Gender-based anthropometric differences of manual wheelchair users. In Proceedings of the 23rd Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Fay, B.T., Boninger, M.L., & Souza, A.L. (2000). A kinetic analysis of propulsion patterns in manual wheelchair users. In Proceedings of the 23rd Annual Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference.Orlando, FL.
Souza, A.L., Boninger, M.L., Koontz, A.M., Fay, B.T., & Cooper, R.A. (2000). Classification of stroke patterns in manual wheelchair users. In ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY, 12(2), (p. 155).Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., & Cooper, R.A. (1999). Comparison of manual wheelchairs, using ANSI/RESNA standards. In Proceedings of the Fifteenth International Seating Symposium.Orlando, FL.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., Baldwin, M.A., & Towers, J. (1999). Wheelchair propulsion forces and MRI evidence of shoulder impairment. In Proceedings of the 23rd Annual Meeting of the American Society Biomechanics.Pittsburgh, PA.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., O’Connor, T.J., Baldwin, M.A., & Dvorznak, M.J. (1999). Calculation of work and power during wheelchair propulsion of individuals with paraplegia. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) 1999 Annual Conference.Long Beach, CA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Baldwin, M.A. (1999). EMG activity of wrist muscles during wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the 1st Joint Meeting of BMES & EMBS.Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Baldwin, M.A. (1999). Comparison of side-to-side wheelchair propulsion forces using an ARMA modeling technique. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) 1999 Annual Conference.Long Beach, CA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., & Baldwin, M.A. (1999). Relating wheelchair setup to propulsion biomechanics. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) 1999 Annual Conference.Long Beach, CA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Baldwin, M.A., & Fay, B.T. (1999). Wrist flexor muscle activity during wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the 2nd National VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Conference -“The Next Generation”.Washington D.C.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Baldwin, M.A., & Fay, B.T. (1999). Wrist kinematics and indicators of carpal tunnel syndrome during manual wheelchair propulsion. In Proceedings of the 1st Joint Meeting of BMES & EMBS, (p. 108).Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., Fay, B.T., & Baldwin, M.A. (1999). Comparison of propulsion kinetics and forearm EMG between two wheelchair pushrim designs. In Proceedings of the 1st Joint Meeting of BMES & EMBS, (p. 105).Atlanta, GA.
Koontz, A.M., Boninger, M.L., Cooper, R.A., & Baldwin, M.A. (1998). Effect of vinyl coated pushrims on wheelchair propulsion kinetics. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) 1998 Annual Conference.Minneapolis, MN.
Koontz, A.M., Cooper, R.A., Boninger, M.L., O’Connor, T.J., Baldwin, M.A., & Shimada, S.D. (1998). Biomechanical comparison of wheelchair basketball players and non-basketball players. In Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) 1998 Annual Conference.Minneapolis, MN.