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Exercise Research - Physiology Laboratory

Sponsors:
Geriatric Research, Education, and Clinical Center (GRECC) in the Birmingham VA Medical Center.

Description:
The laboratory is equipped to perform multiple diagnostic evaluations of human function including: 12-lead EKG cardiovascular stress testing (Quinton Q-Stress 12-lead EKG system, TM65 treadmill); aerobic fitness assessment and exercise metabolism studies (Physiodyne Max 1 metabolic system, TM65 treadmill, StepMill 7000 PT, 2 Monark cycle ergometers); computerized strength, power, and fatigue assessment using force plates and isometric and dynamic dynamometry; evaluations of exercise difficulty and/or economy; surface electromyography and goniometry (Biometrics DataLink system); balance assessment (Biodex balance system); and gait analysis system (Gaitrite WalkWay system).

Opportunity for faculty involvement:
The laboratory currently supports 2 clinical trials involving interdisciplinary efforts drawing on expertise in physiology, cardiology, and geriatrics. Faculty, postdoctoral and predoctoral students with an interest in initiating or participating in ongoing exercise-based research are encouraged to contact the Director. The laboratory welcomes collaborative efforts on future translational projects involving human performance, function, and/or exercise training.

Additional information can be found at www.physiology.uab.edu/BammanLab.htm

Facility contact person:

, Ph.D., F.A.C.S.M.
Associate Professor, UAB Department of Physiology & Biophysics
Director, Center for Aging Translational Research Program
Director, GRECC/ University of Alabama School of Medicine Core Muscle Research Laboratory
Director, GRECC Mobility and Exercise Facility
Director, GRECC Exercise Physiology Laboratory
Director, Exercise Science Internship Program
Birmingham VA Medical Center
VAMC 11G, zip 0001
(tel) (205) 558-7064
(fax) (205) 558-4749 Web site: www.physiology.uab.edu

Leaders and key staff:

  • Marcas Bamman, Ph.D., F.A.C.S.M., C.S.C.S., Director
  • S Craig Tuggle, M.A., A.C.S.M. H.F.I., C.S.C.S., Manager
  • John K Petrella, Ph.D., Research Associate
  • Jeong-su Kim, Ph.D., Research Associate
  • Ildiko Nyikos, M.A., Coordinator

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