Jeremy J Houser

School of Health Sciences and Education Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

Investigating sensory contributions to postural, locomotion and general movement control.

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Associate Professor (2009 – present) Truman State University, Kirksville, MO
Assistant Professor (2002 – 2009) TSU

Adjunct Assistant Professor (2008 – present) A. T. Still University, Kirksville, MO

Houser JJ, Degenhardt BF, et al. Investigating Objective Functional Characteristics to Differentiate Sub-groups in Chronic Low Back Pain Patients. $100,000 Awarded. 2011-2013.

Degenhardt BF, Houser JJ, et al. (2010). Evaluating Muscle Activation Asymmetry in Women with Low Back Pain Syndromes. Journal of the American Osteopathic Association, 110(8):445-484.

Mayhew JL, Houser JJ, Briney B, Williams T, Piper FC, Brechue WF. (2010). Comparison Between Hand and Electronic Timing of the 40-yd Dash Performance in College Football Players. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research. 24(2):447-451.

Decker L, Houser JJ, Noble JM, Karst GM, Stergiou N. (2009). The Effects of Shoe Traction and Obstacle Height on Lower Extremity Coordination Dynamics During Walking. Applied Ergonomics, 40(5):895-903.

Houser JJ, Decker LM, Stergiou N. (2008). Stepping Over Obstacles of Different Heights and Varied Shoe Traction Alter the Kinetic Strategies of the Leading Limb. Ergonomics, 51(12):1847-59.

Mulavara AP, Houser J, Miller C, Bloomberg JJ. (2005). Full-Body Gaze Control Mechanisms Elicited During Locomotion: Effects of VOR Adaptation. Journal of Vestibular Research, 15(5-6):279-89.

Houser JJ, O’Connor DP & Layne CS. (2009). “Enhanced cutaneous sensation mitigates vibration induced postural sway.” Society for Neuroscience, Chicago, IL, October 2009.

Brian Degenhardt, D.O., Michael Bird, Ph.D. & Jeremy Houser, Ph.D. (2009-2010). “Determining objective functional characteristics that differentiate between chronic low back pain, chronic sacroiliac joint pain, and control groups”, $11,500. ATSU Strategic Research Fund Grant.

Gains GL, Swedenhjelm AN, Mayhew JL, Bird HM, Houser JJ. (2010). Comparison of speed and agility performance of college football players on field turf and natural grass. Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research, 24(10):2613-2617.

Mayhew JL, Houser JJ, Briney B, Williams T, Piper FC, Brechue WF. (2010). Comparison Between Hand and Electronic Timing of the 40-yd Dash Performance in College Football Players. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research. 24(2):447-451.

Decker L, Houser JJ, Noble JM, Karst GM, Stergiou N. (2009). The effects of shoe traction and obstacle height on lower extremity coordination dynamics during walking. Applied Ergonomics, 40(5):895-903.

Houser JJ, Decker LM, Stergiou N. (2008). Stepping over obstacles of different heights and varied shoe traction alter the kinetic strategies of the leading limb. Ergonomics. 51(12):1847-59.

Houser JJ. (2007). Does Enhanced Somatosensory Input Influence Postural Sway? Unpublished doctoral dissertation, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA.

Moore AN, Decker AJ, Baarts JN, DuPont AM, Epema JS, Reuther MC, Houser JJ, Mayhew JL. (2007). Effect of competitiveness on 40-yd dash performance in college men and women. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research: Vol. 21, No. 2, pp. 385–388.

Mulavara AP, Houser J, Miller C, Bloomberg JJ. (2005). Full-body gaze control mechanisms elicited during locomotion: effects of VOR adaptation. Journal of Vestibular Research. 15 (5-6): 279-89.

Layne CS, Forth KE, Baxter MF, Houser JJ. (2002). Voluntary Neuromuscular Activation is Enhanced when Paired with a Mechanical Stimulus to Human Plantar Soles. Neuroscience Letters. 334, no. 2, 75-79.

Byrne JE, Stergiou N, Blanke D, Houser JJ, Kurz MJ, Hageman PA. (2002). A comparison of gait patterns between young and elderly women: An examination of coordination. Perception and Motor Skills 94 (1): 265-80.

Scholten S, Stergiou N, Hreljac A, Houser J, Blanke D, Alberts LR. (2002). Foot strike patterns after obstacle clearance during running. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise 34 (1): 123-9.

Mulavara AP, Miller CA, Houser J, Richards JT, Bloomberg JJ. Gaze Stabilization during Locomotion Requires Full Body Coordination. Proceedings of the 25th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, San Diego, CA, August, 2001, pp.141-142.

Houser J, Stergiou N, Scholten SD, Noble J, Karst GM, Layne CS. Investigation of Friction following Obstacle Clearance during Walking. Proceedings of the 24th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Chicago, IL, August, 2000, pp. 3-4. .pdf

Stergiou N, Scholten SD, Houser J, Dierks T, Blanke D. (2000). Segmental Interactions during Running Over Obstacles of Increasing Height. Proceedings of the 24th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Chicago, IL, pp. 83-84. .pdf

Layne CS, Houser JJ, Miller KM, Lester T. (2000). The Effect of Grasping Different Objects on Locomotion Strategies. Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 22, (suppl.), S53.

Houser J, Stergiou N, Scholten SD, Layne CS. (2000). Lower Extremity Coordination during Walking Over Obstacles with Shoes of Different Traction. Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 22, (suppl), S67.

Houser JJ. (1999). Lower extremity coordination during walking over obstacles with shoes of different traction. Unpublished master's thesis, University of Nebraska, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.

Scholten SD, Stergiou N, Houser J, Blanke D. (1999). Footstrike Patterns during Running over Obstacles of Different Heights. Proceedings of the 23rd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Pittsburgh, PA, pp.220-221. .pdf

Stergiou N, Jensen JL, Bates BT, Houser J. (1999). A Dynamical Systems Investigation of Lower Extremity Coordination during Running. Proceedings of the International Society of Biomechanics XVIIth Congress, Calgary, Canada, pp. 440.

Houser J, Stergiou N, Scholten S, Noble J, Tzetzis G. (1998). Study of Obstructed Locomotion: Implications for the Elderly and Sports. Exercise & Society, 20, (suppl.), 204.

GRANTS

Houser JJ, Degenhardt B, Kirsch J, Hodges C, Valovich McLeod T, Johnson J. (2011-2013). “Investigating Objective Functional Characteristics to Differentiate Sub-groups in Chronic Low Back Pain Patients.”, $100,000.Awarded by the American Osteopathic Association, September, 2011.

Brian Degenhardt, D.O., Michael Bird, Ph.D. & Jeremy Houser, Ph.D. (2009 - 2010). “Determining objective functional characteristics that differentiate between chronic low back pain, chronic sacroiliac joint pain, and control groups”, $11,500. ATSU Strategic Research Fund Grant.

PRESENTATIONS

Ward AE, Mayhew J, Houser JJ. “Skeletal Dimensions to Predict Lean Body Mass in College Men and Women.” Truman State Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2011.

Nichols SN, Lockyer KL, Bird M, Houser JJ. “Effect of Selected Auditory Stimuli on Bicycle Ergometer Pedal Rate.” Truman State Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2011.

Swaters LN, Degenhardt BF, Bird M, Houser JJ, Johnson JC, Shurtz N, Pamperin K. “Muscle activation asymmetry in females with lower back pain during a step over functional task.” Central States American College of Sports Medicine, Lawrence, KS, October 2010.

Houser JJ, Griffin LE. “Stability in the Adaptation of the Visuomotor System.” Central States American College of Sports Medicine, Lawrence, KS, October 2010.

Degenhardt BF, Houser JJ, Bird M, Johnson JC, Shurtz N, Yang Q, Mueller G, Pamperin K. (2010). “Evaluating Muscle Activation Asymmetry in Women with Low Back Pain Syndromes.” Journal of the American Osteopathic Association, 110(8):445-484.

Houser JJ, Bird M. “Functional Measurements in Low Back Pain.” Invited Oral Presentation. A.T. Still University / Truman State University Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Symposium, Kirksville, MO, October 2010.

Houser JJ, Mayhew JL, Meinke AH, Dodge LM, Jones DP, Anders GI, Hollingsworth ZA, Horschig AD. (2010). “Determining the Source of Temporal Differences Between Electronic and Hand Timing Systems in the 40 Yard Dash.” National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference, Orlando, FL, July 2010. Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research. 24:1. doi: 10.1097/01.JSC.0000367133.79218.5e

Mayhew JL, Gaines G, Swedenhjelm A, Cooper J, Bird M, Houser JJ. (2010). “Difference in 40-Yd Dash and Pro-Agility Times on Artificial Turf and Natural Grass.” National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference, Orlando, FL, July 2010. Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research. 24:1. doi: 10.1097/01.JSC.0000367166.10606.0a

Harlow AN, Palisch AR, Durst KA, Schuerman AM, Lantz CD, Houser JJ. “A Comparison of Ascending vs. Descending Blood Alcohol Concentrations on Motor Tasks Related to Driving.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2010.

Griffin LE, Douglas RF, Houser JJ. “How Does Lack of Visual Input Affect Visuomotor Adaptation Following Acquisition of a New Steady State?” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2010.

Zimmerman K, Kremer J, Gilmer L, Smith C, Houser JJ. “An Investigation of Balance Capabilities in Autistic Children.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2010.

Houser JJ, O’Connor DP & Layne CS. “Enhanced cutaneous sensation mitigates vibration induced postural sway.” Society for Neuroscience, Chicago, IL, October 2009.

Houser JJ, Mayhew JL, Meinke AH, Dodge LM, Jones DP, Anders GI, Hollingsworth ZA, Horschig AD. Determining the Source of Temporal Differences Between Electronic and Hand Timing Systems in the 40 Yard Dash. National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference, Las Vegas, NV, July 2009.

Mayhew JL, Gaines G, Swedenhjelm A, Cooper J, Bird M, Houser JJ. Difference in 40-Yd Dash and Pro-Agility Times on Artificial Turf and Natural Grass. National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference, Las Vegas, NV, July 2009.

Barr NM, Clennin MN, Weurtz AG, Kremer LM, Houser J. “Effect of Instruction Mode on Motor Performance Utilizing the Sport of Archery.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2009.

Gaines GL, Swedenhjelm AN, Houser J, Bird M, Mayhew J. “Comparing 40-yard Dash and Pro-Agility (20 yd Shuttle) Times on Natural Grass and Synthetic Turf.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2009.

Meinke AH, Dodge LM, Jones DP, Anders GI, Hollingsworth ZA, Horschig AD, Mayhew J, Houser J. “Difference in Hand Timing and Electronic Timing in the 40 Yard Dash Among College Males.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2009.

Zee-Cheng B, Houser J. “EMG Analysis of Muscle Activation in Cyclists at Shallow and Steep Seat Tube Angles.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2009.

Grafelman SE, Wise FC, Salmon J, Houser J. “The Effects of Rotation in Three Different Orthogonal Planes on Postural Sway.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2008.

Hays AM, Serrano A, Fowler K, Lauer C, Totura GA, Houser J. “Effects of Muscle Vibration on Isometric Contraction Strength.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2008.

Lacy DB, Miley JH, Houser J. “The Effect of Cryotherapy on Isometric Maximal Grip Strength.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, April 2008.

Moody AM, Lyons S, Houser J. “Influence of Movement Direction on the Proprioception Ability of the Elbow Joint During Triceps Brachii Vibration.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2008.

Weese LR, Becker JJ, Watton AN, Bridges AR, Howell DE, McLaury RT, Houser J. “Effects of a Distraction Source and Learning Style on a Simple Motor Task.” Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2008.

Hall EM, Wogtech ZJ, Houser J, Mayhew JL. Comparison of Hand Reaction Times, Movement Times, and Total Response Times between Male and Female Athletes and Nonathletes. Missouri Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Lake of the Ozarks, MO, November 2007. .doc

White L, Welter E, Schweig A, Vescovo M, Houser J. The Effects of Music on Running. Missouri Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Lake of the Ozarks, MO, November 2007. .doc

Mayhew JL, Houser J, Briney B, Piper FC, Brechue WF. Inter-Rater Reliability and Validity for the 40-yd Dash in College Football Players. National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference, Atlanta, GA, July 2007.

Brown AA, Copeman JM, Gerber, JL, Madsen T, Meek AM, Mayhew J, Houser J. Effects of Cell Phone Usage and Eating on a Driver's Response Time. Missouri Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Lake of the Ozarks, MO, November 2006.

Esbenshade M, Houser J. Effect of Sport-Specific Training on General Agility Performance Among College Athletes. Missouri Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Lake of the Ozarks, MO, November 2006.

Miller MC, Bird PJ, Mayhew J, Houser J. The Effect of Fatigue on Dominant Arm Proprioception. Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2006.

Brown AA, Copeman JM, Gerber JL, Meek AM, Mayhew J, Houser J. Effects of Cell Phone Usage and Eating on a Driver's Response Time. Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2006.

Faul MK, Houser J. Visuomotor Adaptation to Practice in Differing Visual Environments. Truman State University Student Research Conference, Kirksville, MO, April 2006.

Moore N, Baarts J, Decker A, DuPont A, Epema J, Reuther M, Mayhew J, Houser JJ. Effect of competitiveness on 40-yd dash performance in college men and women. Missouri Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Lake of the Ozarks, MO, November 2004.

Mulavara AP, Houser J, Peters B, Miller C, Richards J, Marshburn A, Brady R, Cohen H, Bloomberg JJ. Full-Body Gaze Control Mechanisms Elicited During Locomotion Effects Of VOR Adaptation. Barany Society XXII International Congress, Paris, France, July 2004.

Houser JJ. Time Saving Strategies: Sharing Data Among Computer Applications. Technology Presentation. Missouri Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Convention, Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, November 2004.

Richards JT, Mulavara AP, Marshburn AM, Miller CA, Houser JJ, Bloomberg JJ. Adaptive modification of locomotor performance following exposure to a passive-immersive virtual environment during treadmill walking. Medicine Meets Virtual Reality Conference, Newport Beach, CA, January 2003.

Layne CS, Mulavara AP, Bloomberg JJ, Forth KE, Baxter MF, Houser JJ, Kozlovskaya IB. Using Dynamic Foot Stimulation During Space Flight as a Countermeasure to Muscle Degradation. 24th Annual International Conference of the IEEE/EMBS (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. and Engineering in Medicine and Biology and Annual Fall Meeting of the BMES (Biomedical Engineering Society), Houston, TX, October, 2002, invited paper.

Layne CS, Forth KE, Baxter MF, Houser JJ. Enhanced Neuromuscular Activity from Mechanical Foot Stimulation. World Space Congress, Houston, TX, October, 2002.

Baxter MF, Houser JJ, Forth K, Layne CS. Timing of Somatosensory Stimulation to the Feet Modifies Human Neuromuscular Activation. Annual Meeting of the Society for Neuroscience, San Diego, CA, October, 2001.

abstract #3906

Miller CA, Mulavara AP, Richards JT, Houser JJ, Marshburn AM, Cohen HS, Bloomberg JJ. Do changes in body loading modify interpretation of visual scene motion during locomotion? Annual Meeting of the Society for Neuroscience, San Diego, CA, October 2001.

abstract #15610

Richards JT, Mulavara AP, Miller CA, Houser JJ, Marshburn AM, Layne CS, Bloomberg JJ. Effects of Virtual Scene Content and Rotation on Postural Stability During Treadmill Locomotion. Annual Meeting of the Society for Neuroscience, San Diego, CA, October, 2001.

abstract #18224

Layne CS, Forth KE, Baxter MF, Houser JJ. Controlled Somatosensory Input Modifies Neuromuscular Activation. Annual Meeting of the North American Society for Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, St. Louis, MO, June, 2001.

Bloomberg JJ, Mulavara AP, Cohen H, Miller C, Richards JT, Houser J, McDonald PV, Seidler RD, Merkle LA, Stelmach GE. Developing sensorimotor countermeasures to mitigate postflight locomotor dysfunction. American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Space 2001 Conference and Exposition, Albuquerque, NM, April, 2001.

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Bloomberg JJ, Mulavara AP, Miller C, McDonald PV, Layne CS, Houser J, Kozlovskaya IB. Locomotion after long-duration spaceflight: adaptive modulation of a full-body head and gaze stabilization system. Bioastronautics Investigators' Workshop, Universities Space Research Association, Galveston, TX, January, 2001.

Layne CS and Houser JJ. Modifications in Locomotor Strategies Associated with Grasping Different Objects. Annual Meeting of the Society for Neuroscience, New Orleans, LA November, 2000.

abstract #2566

Layne CS and Houser JJ. Modification of Gait Parameters in Preparation for Reaching. Texas Motor Behavior Meeting, Houston, TX, April, 2000.