My Background
I have been a physical therapist for over 10 years, and I earned my PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2017. My primary areas of expertise are motor control and biomechanics. However, my research interests and experience are extensive and diverse, encompassing various types of projects and datasets. This broad exposure has helped me develop a versatile skillset in research methodology and statistical analysis.
Below, you will find a comprehensive list of my scholarly contributions, including books, papers, and conference abstracts.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Kinesiology
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Textbook
Almonroeder TG. Advanced Statistics for Physical and Occupational Therapy. Routledge; New York, NY, 2022. link to book
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Accepted for publication
Almonroeder TG, Duellman J, Edmonds N, O’Rourke B, Rivera N. Preliminary evaluation of a questionnaire to measure program-level sense of belonging among student physical therapists. J Phys Ther Educ. Accepted March 2024.
Almonroeder TG. Student physical therapists report improved confidence in their ability to appraise and apply research after participating in a weekly journal club. Focus on Health Professional Education. Accepted May 2024.
Korpinen MM, Trieschock D, Fields JB, Jagim AR, Almonroeder TG. Hamstring-to-quadriceps strength ratios in women team sport athletes: a systematic review. Strength Cond J. Accepted August 2024.
2024
Merfeld B, Rowley M, Almonroeder T, Luedke J, Erickson J, Jones MT, Fields JB, Jagim AJ, Szymanski E. Examining changes in shoulder strength, lower body power, and body composition among collegiate baseball players after completion of a summer baseball league season. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol. 2024;9(2):98.
Widenhoefer T, Dickman K, Meara G, Liter D, Schoonveld S, Almonroeder S, Almonroeder TG. Consistency of physical therapist discharge recommendations in acute care. J Acute Care Phys Ther. 2024;15(3):89-94.
Witte BC, Schouten TC, Westphal JA, VanZile AW, Jones DD, Widenhoefer TL, Dobbs WC, Jagim AR, Luedke JA, Almonroeder TG. The modified reactive strength index is a valid measure of lower-body explosiveness in male and female high school athletes. J Strength Cond Res. 2024;38(8):1428-1432.
2023
Almonroeder TG, Friedrich JO, Hyoda H, Grabowski P, Jagim A, Dobbs W, Luedke J. Inter-limb kinetic asymmetries during sit to-stand performance persist following unilateral total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Biomech. 2023; 110: 106103.
Baumgartner MR, Dombkowski RA, Ruediger TM, Almonroeder TG. Spatial abilities and performance in anatomy for occupational therapy and physical therapy doctoral students. J Allied Health. 2023; 52(3): e149-e153.
Dombkowski R, Sullivan S, Widenhoefer T, Buckland A, Almonroeder TG. Predicting first-time National Physical Therapy Examination performance for graduates of an entry-level physical therapist education program. J Phys Ther Educ. 2023; 37(4): 325-331.
Elstad K, Malone C, Luedke J, Jaime SJ, Dobbs WC, Almonroeder T, Kerksick CM, Markert A, Jagim AR. The effects of protein and carbohydrate supplementation, with and without creatine, on occupational performance in firefighters. Nutrients. 2023; 15(24): 5134.
Fallon C, Yang P, Lown M, Reilly M, Bednarz N, Gamoke K, Morgan A, Almonroeder TG. Comparison of impact accelerations during performance of common ballet maneuvers. J Dance Med Sci. 2023; 27(2): 87-91.
Jagim AR, Luedke JA, Dobbs WC, Almonroeder T, Markert A, Zapp A, Askow AT, Kesler RM, Fields JB, Jones MT, Erickson JL. Physiological demands of a self-paced firefighter air-management course and determination of work efficiency. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol. 2023; 8(1): 21.
VanZile A, Snyder M, Jones D, Almonroeder TG. Athletes with a history of ACL reconstruction exhibit greater inter-limb asymmetry in impact forces during the first landing of a drop vertical jump compared to the second landing. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2023; 72: 102809.
Zajac J, Redman K, Watkins E, Almonroeder TG. Instructions promoting an external focus are more effective for altering impact forces in female runners. J Sport Rehabil. 2023; 32(5): 597-602.
2022
Farvardin F, Almonroeder TG, Letafatkar A, Thomas AC, Ataabadi PA. The effects of increasing cognitive load on support limb kicking mechanics in male futsal players. J Mot Behav. 2022; 54(4): 438-446.
Ghanati HA, Letafatkar A, Almonroeder TG, Rabiei P. Examining the influence of attentional focus on the effects of a neuromuscular training program in male athletes. J Strength Cond Res. 2022; 36(6): 1568-1575.
Massie C, Redman K, Casper S, Wissink D, Dade R, Lowery A, Ross K, Sackiriyas KSB, Almonroeder TG. The effects of cadence manipulation on joint kinetic patterns and stride-to-stride kinetic variability in female runners. J Appl Biomech. 2022; 38(6): 373-381.
Short N, Almonroeder T, Baumle M, Benvenuti K, Bozett N, John O, Lovasko M, Rinaldi E. Wrist pressure and angulation during keyboarding: comparison between two common wrist supports. Work. 2022; 71(4): 1121-1128.
Short N, Almonroeder TG, Fenker CA, Fisher OA, Francetic KE, Hodel AE, Lange CA, Manu MM. Intra-rater reliability of goniometry to measure scapular protraction and retraction. J Hand Ther. 2022; 35(2): 275-281.
Short N, Almonroeder T, Mays M, Baist A, Clifton T, Horty A, Kosty M, Olson C, Patel R. Interrater reliability of a novel goniometric technique to measure scapular protraction and retraction. Am J Occup Ther. 2022; 76(1): 7601205010.
VanZile AW, Driessen MR, Grabowski PJ, Cowley HR, Almonroeder TG. Deficits in dynamic balance and hop performance following ACL reconstruction are not dependent on meniscal injury status. Intl J Sports Phys Ther. 2022; 17(7): 1298-1306.
Waite L, Stewart M, Sackiriyas KSB, Jayawickrema J, Almonroeder TG. Female athletes exhibit greater trial-to-trial coordination variability when provided with instructions promoting an external focus. J Mot Behav. 2022; 54(6): 686-693.
2021
Almonroeder TG, Harding L, Seubert B, Cowley H, Kernozek T. The effects of incremental changes in rucksack load on lower extremity joint kinetic patterns during ruck marching. Ergonomics. 2021; 64(8): 971-982.
Demers T, Bednarz N, Mitchell K, Gerstle E, Almonroeder TG. The influence of step-down technique on lower extremity mechanics during curb descent. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2021; 61: 102590.
Kernozek TW, Rutherford D, Heinert B, Onsager J, Lee M, Schiedermayer J, Dietrich S, Dade R, Almonroeder TG. Post-trial feedback alters landing performance in adolescent female athletes using a portable feedback system. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2021; 16(1): 87-95.
Stewart MA, Waite LA, Jayawickrema JG, Almonroeder TG. Neuromuscular training programs predominantly include instructions that promote an internal focus. J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2021; 61(7): 1020-1026.
Stricker M, Hinde D, Rolland A, Salzman N, Watson A, Almonroeder TG. Quantifying step length using two-dimensional video in individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Physiother Theory Pract. 2021; 37(1): 252-255.
VanZile AW, Reineke DM, Snyder MJ, Jones DD, Dade RL, Almonroeder TG. Establishing normative values for inter-limb kinetic symmetry during landing in uninjured adolescent athletes. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2021; 16(4): 1067-1075.
VanZile AW, Snyder MJ, Watkins EA, Jayawickrema J, Widenhoefer TL, Almonroeder TG. Kinetic asymmetry during a repetitive tuck jump task in athletes with a history of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2021; 16(5): 1278-1285.
Wilder JN, Riggins ER, Noble RA, Lelito CM, Widenhoefer TL, Almonroeder TG. The effects of drop vertical jump technique on landing and jumping kinetics and jump performance. J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2021; 56: 102504.
2020
Almonroeder TG, Benson L, Madigan A, Everson D, Buzzard C, Cook M, Henriksen B. Exploring the potential utility of a wearable accelerometer for estimating impact forces in ballet dancers. J Sports Sci. 2020; 38(2): 231-237.
Almonroeder TG, Jayawickrema J, Richardson CT, Mercker KL. The influence of attentional focus on landing stiffness in female athletes: a cross-sectional study. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2020; 15(4): 510-518.
Almonroeder TG, Tighe SM, Miller T, Lanning C. The influence of fatigue on decision-making in athletes: a systematic review. Sports Biomech. 2020; 19(1): 76-89.
Ghaderi M, Letafatkar A, Almonroeder TG, Keyhani S. Neuromuscular training improves knee proprioception in athletes with a history of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a randomized controlled trial. Clin Biomech. 2020; 80: 105157.
Kernozek T, Schiller M, Rutherford D, Smith A, Durall C, Almonroeder TG. Real-time visual feedback reduces patellofemoral joint forces during squatting in individuals with patellofemoral pain. Clin Biomech. 2020; 77: 105050.
Short N, St. Peters HYZ, Almonroeder TG, Bolomope G, Daller K. Long-term impact of international service learning: cultural competence revisited. J Occup Ther Educ. 2020; 4(1).
Vannatta CN, Almonroeder TG, Kernozek TW, Meardon S. Muscle force characteristics of male and female cross-country runners during overground running. J Sports Sci. 2020; 38(5): 542-551.
2019
Almonroeder TG, Kernozek T, Cobb S, Slavens B, Wang J, Huddleston W. Divided attention during cutting influences lower extremity mechanics in female athletes. Sports Biomech. 2019; 18(3): 264-276.
Almonroeder TG, Watkins E, Widenhoefer T. Verbal instruction reduces patellofemoral joint loading during bodyweight squatting. J Sport Rehabil. 2019; 29(4): 463-468.
Widenhoefer TL, Miller TM, Weigand MS, Watkins EA, Almonroeder TG. Training rugby athletes with an external attentional focus promotes more automatic adaptations in landing forces. Sports Biomech. 2019; 18(2): 163-173.
2018
Almonroeder TG, Kernozek T, Cobb S, Slavens B, Wang J, Huddleston W. Cognitive demands influence lower extremity mechanics during a drop vertical jump task in female athletes. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2018; 48(5): 381-387.
Kernozek TW, Knaus A, Rademaker T, Almonroeder TG. The effects of habitual foot strike patterns on Achilles tendon loading in female runners. Gait Posture. 2018; 66:283-287.
Lucas LA, England BS, Mason TW, Lanning CR, Miller TM, Morgan AM, Almonroeder TG. Decision-making influences tibial impact accelerations during lateral cutting. J Appl Biomech. 2018; 34(5): 414-418.
Nelson A, Koslakiewicz N, Almonroeder TG. Assessment of knee kinetic symmetry using force plate technology. J Sport Rehabil. 2018; 27(6): 609-611.
2017
Almonroeder TG, Benson L. Sex differences in lower extremity kinematics and patellofemoral kinetics during running. J Sports Sci. 2017; 35(16): 1575-1581.
Benson L, Almonroeder TG, O’Connor KM. Quantifying knee mechanics during balance training exercises. Hum Mov Sci. 2017; 51: 138-145.
2016
Almonroeder TG, Benson L, O’Connor KM. The influence of a prefabricated foot orthosis on lower extremity mechanics during running in individuals with varying dynamic foot motion. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2016; 46(9): 749-755.
Collins J, Almonroeder TG, Ebersole KT, O’Connor KM. The effects of fatigue and anticipation on the mechanics of the knee during cutting in female athletes. Clin Biomech. 2016; 35: 62-67.
2015
Almonroeder TG, Benson L, O’Connor KM. Changes in patellofemoral joint stress during running with the application of a prefabricated foot orthotic. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2015; 10(7): 967-975.
Almonroeder TG, Benson L, O’Connor KM. The effect of a prefabricated foot orthotic on frontal plane joint mechanics in healthy runners. J Appl Biomech. 2015; 31(3): 149-158.
Almonroeder TG, Garcia E, Kurt M. The effects of anticipation on the mechanics of the knee during single-leg cutting tasks: a systematic review. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2015;10(7): 918-928.
2013
Almonroeder TG, Willson JD, Kernozek TW. The effect of foot strike pattern on Achilles tendon load during running. Ann Biomed Eng. 2013; 41(8): 1758-1766.
2012
Wouters I, Almonroeder TG, DeJarlais B, Laack A, Willson JD, Kernozek TW. Effects of a movement training program on hip and knee frontal plane running mechanics. Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2012; 7(6): 637-646.
National Conference Presentations
2024
Duellman J, Edmonds N, Waddell C, Almonroeder TG. Comparison of sense of belonging between first- and second-year student physical therapists. Poster presentation (accepted); APTA Academy of Education & American Council of Academic Physical Therapy Education Leadership Conference; to be presented in October 2024; Oakland, CA.
Duellman J, Edmonds N, Waddell C, Almonroeder TG. Social acceptance: are non-traditional DPT students having the same experience? Poster presentation (accepted); APTA Academy of Education & American Council of Academic Physical Therapy Education Leadership Conference; to be presented in October 2024; Oakland, CA.
Almonroeder TG. PT students report improved confidence in appraising research after participating in a weekly journal club. Platform presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2024; Boston, MA.
Hyoda H, Almonroeder TG, Friedrich J, Grabowski PJ, Jagim A, Dobbs W, Luedke J. Kinetic asymmetries during sit-to-stand performance persist following total knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2024; Boston, MA.
Lawson E, Lown M, Reilly M, Almonroeder TG. Dancing on sprung flooring is associated with reduced odds of experiencing a lower body injury. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2024; Boston, MA.
Ruse S, VanZile A, Botts A, Jones D, Almonroeder TG. Establishing normative values for single-leg countermovement jump height symmetry in uninjured high school athletes. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2024; Boston, MA.
VanZile A, Taylor M, Ailor C, Kardohely H, Pate J, Rice C, Almonroeder TG. Examining test-retest reliability of metrics derived from commercially available wearable sensors used for running analysis. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2024; Boston, MA.
2023
Dobbs W, Jagim A, Luedke J, Carpenter M, Jacobson A, Schmitt R, Almonroeder T. The relationship between the Army Combat Fitness Test and a laboratory testing battery. Poster presentation; National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference; July 2023; Las Vegas, NV.
Dobbs W, Jagim A, Luedke J, Carpenter M, Jacobson A, Schmitt R, Marquardt A, Almonroeder T. The standing power throw is a valid assessment of power and explosiveness for Army ROTC cadets. Poster presentation; National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference; July 2023; Las Vegas, NV.
Jagim A, Dobbs WC, Almonroeder T, Luedke J, Carpenter M, Jacobson A, Schmitt R, Marquardt A. Cross-validation of the Army’s body fat percent estimation formula using a three-compartment model. Poster presentation; American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting; June 2023; Denver, CO.
Nolte C, Luedke J, Erickson J, Zeller A, Dobbs WC, Almonroeder T, Markert A, Fields J, Jones MT, Jagim AR. Nutrition knowledge of firefighters. Poster presentation; American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting; June 2023; Denver, CO.
Massie C, Redman K, Casper S, Wissink D, Sackiriyas S, Almonroeder TG. Female runners exhibit greater stride-to-stride joint kinetic variability when running with an atypical cadence. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2023; San Diego, CA.
Vanzile A, Almonroeder TG. Impact forces for the first and second landings of a drop vertical jump following ACL reconstruction. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2023; San Diego, CA.
Zajac J, Redman K, Almonroeder TG. Instructions promoting an external focus are more effective for reducing loading rates in female runners. Platform presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2023; San Diego, CA.
2022
Almonroeder TG. Using student perceived competence to inform course revisions. Platform presentation; APTA Academy of Education & American Council of Academic Physical Therapy Education Leadership Conference; October 2022; Milwaukee, WI.
Cowley H, Almonroeder TG. “Cadet Clinic” - a mutually beneficial partnership between an entry-level DPT program and ROTC battalion. Poster presentation; APTA Academy of Education & American Council of Academic Physical Therapy Education Leadership Conference; October 2022; Milwaukee, WI.
Taebel A, Almonroeder TG. An innovative service-learning opportunity: physical therapy student engagement with Afghan refugee women and children. Poster presentation; APTA Academy of Education & American Council of Academic Physical Therapy Education Leadership Conference; October 2022; Milwaukee, WI.
Demers T, Bednarz N, Mitchell K, Almonroeder TG. The influence of step-down technique during curb descent on intra-limb work distribution. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2022; San Antonio, TX.
Vannatta CN, Ertman BO, Dade RL, Almonroeder TG, Kernozek T. Offloading effect on impact forces and patellofemoral joint loading during running in females. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2022; San Antonio, TX.
VanZile AW, Driessen M, Almonroeder TG. Athletes exhibit deficits in dynamic balance following ACL reconstruction regardless of their meniscal injury status. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2022; San Antonio, TX.
Waite L, Stewart M, Almonroeder TG. The effects of attentional focus on joint coordination patterns during landing in female athletes. Platform presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2022; San Antonio, TX.
Yang PN, Fallon C, Gamoke K, Bednarz N, Reilly M, Almonroeder TG. Assessment of impact accelerations during performance of common ballet maneuvers. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2022; San Antonio, TX.
2021
Almonroeder TG, Harding L, Seubert BL, Cowley HR, Kernozek T. The effects of changes in rucksack load on lower extremity joint kinetic patterns during marching. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2021; virtual due to COVID-19 pandemic.
Riggins ER, Lelito C, Manus RA, Wilder JN, Widenhoefer TL, Almonroeder TG. The effects of drop vertical jump technique on interlimb kinetic symmetry. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2021; virtual due to COVID-19 pandemic.
Widenhoefer T, VanZile A, Watkins E, Jayawickrema J, Almonroeder TG. Asymmetry in impact forces during a repetitive jump-landing task in athletes with a history of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2021; virtual due to COVID-19 pandemic.
2020
Cluppert I, Olson M, Almonroeder TG. Benefits of a student physical therapist led wellness program for community clients with Parkinson's disease. Poster presentation; APTA Academy of Education & American Council of Academic Physical Therapy Education Leadership Conference; October 2020; virtual due to COVID-19 pandemic.
Almonroeder TG, Jayawickrema J, Richardson CT, Mercker K. The influence of attentional focus on landing stiffness in female athletes. Platform presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2020; Denver, CO.
Buzzard C, Carbone S, Cook MK, Welsh LR, Almonroeder TG. Assessment of landing forces via a wearable sensor in female athletes. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2020; Denver, CO.
Vannatta CN, Almonroeder TG, Kernozek T, Meardon SA. Muscle force characteristics of male and female collegiate cross-country runners during overground running. Platform presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2020; Denver, CO.
VanZile AW, Jones D, Almonroeder TG. Differences in landing forces between male and female high school athletes. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2020; Denver, CO.
2019
LeSueur J, Madigan A, Everson D, Henriksen B, Almonroeder TG. The effects of fatigue on impact accelerations in ballet dancers. Poster presentation; Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Meeting; October 2019; Philadelphia, PA.
Widenhoefer T, Almonroeder TG, Miller T, Weigand M, Watkins E. Training rugby athletes with an external attentional focus promotes more automatic adaptations in landing forces. Platform presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; January 2019; Washington, DC.
2018
Almonroeder TG, Watkins E, Widenhoefer T. Verbal instruction reduces patellofemoral joint loading during bodyweight squatting. Poster presentation; American Society of Biomechanics Annual Meeting; August 2018; Rochester, MN.
Lucas LA, England BS, Mason TW, Lanning CR, Miller TM, Morgan AM, Almonroeder TG. Decision-making influences tibial impact accelerations during lateral cutting. Poster presentation; American Society of Biomechanics Annual Meeting; August 2018; Rochester, MN.
2017
Huddleston WE, Almonroeder TG. Cortical functional connectivity relates to changes in lower extremity mechanics due to increased cognitive load. Poster presentation; Society of Neuroscience, Neuroscience 2017; November 2017; Washington, DC.
Almonroeder TG, Benson L, O’Connor KM. Sex differences in the vertical ground reaction force time series during running. Platform presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2017; San Antonio, TX.
Nelson A, Koslakiewicz N, Almonroeder TG. Assessment of knee kinetic symmetry using force plate technology. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2017; San Antonio, TX.
2016
Morgan A, Safarovic B, Weissenboeck K, Almonroeder TG, Tesch B, O’Connor KM. Comparison of gait parameters using anatomical- and functional-based methods of hip joint axis definitions. Poster presentation; American Society of Biomechanics Annual Meeting; August 2016; Raleigh, NC.
O’Connor KM, Safarovic B, Weissenboeck K, Morgan A, Almonroeder TG, Tesch B. Comparison of gait parameters using anatomical- and functional-based methods of thigh and shank frontal plane definitions. Poster presentation; American Society of Biomechanics Annual Meeting; August 2016; Raleigh, NC.
2015
Almonroeder TG, Benson L, O’Connor KM. The effect of a foot orthotic on frontal plane joint mechanics during running in groups with varying rearfoot motion. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2017; San Antonio, TX.
2014
Almonroeder TG, Benson L, O’Connor KM. The effect of a prefabricated foot orthotic on frontal plane joint mechanics during running. Poster presentation; World Congress of Biomechanics; July 2014; Boston, MA.
2013
Almonroeder TG, Wouters I, Willson JD. Comparison of patellofemoral stress during running in males and females. Poster presentation; APTA Combined Sections Meeting; February 2013, San Diego, CA.