PEER REVIEWED CONFERENCE PAPERS AND PRESENTATIONS
(All were given as either podium or poster presentations by the first author.)
1 indicates a graduate student of Dr. Bush,
2 indicates an undergraduate researcher of Dr. Bush.
G Recktenwald, TR Bush and R Averill. A New Assessment Model, Modified for Use in Dynamics. Proceedings of ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition. June 22-26, 2020. Virtual Event (COVID).
A Lamsal1, G Weidig1, T Bellingar and TR Bush, Comparison of a Mid-Seated Posture with Seated and Standing Postures in Terms of Pelvic Articulation and Joint Moments, American Society of Biomechanics National Conference, Atlanta Georgia, Aug. 4-7, 2020.
AVocelle1, G Shafer, and TR Bush, The effect of osteoarthritis on three-dimensional thumb motions and force production, American Society of Biomechanics National Conference, Atlanta Georgia, Aug. 4-7, 2020.
P Cordts2, JScott1, and TR Bush, Developing a Dynamic Movement Program for Pressure Relief in Wheelchair Users, American Society of Biomechanics National Conference, Atlanta Georgia, Aug. 4-7, 2020.
N Arnold1, N Richey, J Drost2, AVocelle1, JScott1 and TR Bush2, Fabrication of a Hand Brace for a Collegiate Basketball Player Following Surgery: Identification of Hand Forces during Dribbling and Passing, American Society of Biomechanics National Conference, Atlanta Georgia, Aug. 4-7, 2020.
G Weidig1, A Lamsal1, and TR Bush, Biomechanics and Ergonomic Analyses of Shoulder Posture in a Seated Position Through the Use of an Avatar, American Society of Biomechanics National Conference, Atlanta Georgia, Aug. 4-7, 2020.
J Scott1 and TR Bush, Relationships Between Blood Perfusion and Pressure: A Study with Wheelchair Users and Able-Bodied Individuals, American Society of Biomechanics National Conference, Atlanta Georgia, Aug. 4-7, 2020.
J Scott1 and TR Bush Soft Tissue Properties of the Buttocks and Thighs: A Comparison Between Able-Bodied and Individuals with a Spinal Cord Injury. Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering, and Biotransport Conference, Vail, Colorado. 2020
J Scott1, S Chen, S Roccabianca, and TR Bush. Body Position Effects on Thigh Soft Tissue Properties. Proceedings of the Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering, and Biotransport Conference, Seven Springs, PA, June 25-28, 2019
J Drost1, J Clarkson and TR Bush. Changes in Hand Function due to Basal Joint Suspensionplasty. Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering and Biotransport Conference, Seven Springs, PA. June 25-28 2019.
J Scott1, B Sheridan, R Andrus, A Selby, N Monday, TR Bush. Determining in vivo Bulk Tissue Properties for Wheelchair Users. International Society of Biomechanics Meeting 2019. Calgary, Canada. July 31-August 4, 2019.
J Drost1, J Clarkson and TR Bush. Improving Surgical Outcomes through Identification of Hand Function after Basal Joint Arthroplasty. International Society of Biomechanics Conference, Calgary, Canada. July 31 - August 4, 2019.
AR, Vocelle1, GA Shafer and TR Bush. The Impact of Exercise on Thumb Forces in Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis and Healthy Participants. International Society of Biomechanics/American Society of Biomechanics National Conference Proceedings, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, July 31-August 4, 2019.
J. Scott, S Cheng, S Roccabianca, TR Bush. Body Position Effects on Thigh Soft Tissue Properties. 2019 Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering, and Biotransport Conferece. Seven Springs, PA, USA. June 25-28, 2019.
J Scott1, B Sheridan, R Andrus, A Selby, N Monday, TR Bush. Wheelchair Users: An Experimental Approach to Obtaining Thigh Force and Deflection Data. American Society of Biomechanics Midwest Meeting 2019. Dayton, OH. February 28-March 1, 2019.
AR, Vocelle1, GA Shafer and TR Bush. The Effect of Hand Exercise on Grip and Thumb Forces in Healthy and Osteoarthritic Participants. Midwest American Society of Biomechanics National Conference Dayton, OH, February 28-March 1, 2019.
J Drost1, J Clarkson and TR Bush. Improving Surgical Outcomes through Identification of Hand Function after Removal of the Trapezium. American Society of Biomechanics Midwest Regional Conference, Dayton, OH. February 28 - March 1, 2019.
AR Vocelle1, G Shafer, TR Bush. Thumb Kinetics and Kinematics in Osteoarthritic and Healthy Participants. American Society of Biomechanics National Conference, Rochester, MN, August 8-11, 2018.
S Chen, J Scott1, TR Bush, S Roccabianca. Non-linear finite element model of thigh soft tissue mechanical behavior informed by in vivo experimental data. Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Meeting. Oct 17-20, Atlanta, Georgia, 2018.
J Drost1, TR Bush. Mapping Together Thumb Kinetic and Kinematic Function. American Society of Biomechanics National Conference Proceedings, Rochester, MN, August 8-11, 2018.
J. Scott1 and TR Bush. Material Properties of the Thigh: Body Position Matters. American Society of Biomechanics Conference, Rochester, MN, August 8-11, 2018.
S Chen, J. Scott1, TR Bush, and S. Roccabianca. An Approach to Model Human Thigh with High Nonlinear Characteristic Fidelity. ICHITA-WM IT Forum Joint Conference , November 2-3, 2017.
J. Michalski2,W Pan1, P Perez, L Bix, TR Bush. Experimental research identifying the force required to open a medical package and comparisons to contamination rates ICHITA-WM IT Forum Joint Conference , November 2-3, 2017.
J. Scott1 and TR Bushc. Force Redistribution for Seated Individuals via Repositioning. American Society of Biomechanics Conference, Boulder, Colorado. August 8-11, 2017.
AR Cussen1, G Shafer, TR Bush. Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint Motion In Asymptomatic Participants. American Society of Biomechanics Conference, Boulder, Colorado, August 9, 2017.
JP Drost1, TR Bush. Movement Towards Predictive Hand Forces. American Society of Biomechanics Conference, Boulder, Colorado. August 8-11, 2017
J Scott1, K Patterson2, L Hoard2, M Drost2, S Roccabianca, and TR Bush. Loading Patterns Associated with Postural Change. Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering, and Biotransport Conference, Tucson, Arizona. June 21-24, 2017.
JP Drost1, TR Bush. This Hand is My Hand, This Hand is Your Hand. Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering, and Biotransport Conference, Tucson, Arizona. June 21-24, 2017
ZJ Sadler2, JP. Drost1, W Pan1, TR Bush. Differences in Material Properties of Thigh and Gluteal Soft Tissue Between Males and Females. Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering and Biotransport Conference, Tucson, AZ, June 21-24, 2017 9 (Top 10 Finalist in Undergraduate Poster Competition)
*J Scott 1, K Patterson2, L Hoard2, M Drost2, and TR Bush, Using Postural Changes to Alter Loading Patterns for the Reduction of Pressure Ulcers, American Society of Biomechanics Midwest Regional Meeting, Grand Rapids, MI, Feb 23-24, 2017 (Podium)
J Drost1, TR Bush, Modeling Function of the Hand and the Effect of Osteoarthritis on Force, American Society of Biomechanics Midwest Regional Meeting, Grand Rapids, MI, Feb 23-24, 2017 (Podium and Award Winner-Graduate Competition)
W Pan1, P Perez, L Bix, L Miller, TR Bush, Medical Package Design and Biomechanical Opening Techniques as they Relate to Device Contamination, American Society of Biomechanics Midwest Regional Meeting, Grand Rapids, MI, Feb 23-24, 2017
A Cussen1, T Trier, L Bix and TR Bush, Biomechanics of Sterile Chevron Style Pouch Opening in a Medical Setting, American Society of Biomechanics Midwest Regional Meeting, Grand Rapids, MI, Feb 23-24, 2017
Z Sadler2, J Drost1, W Pan1, TR Bush, Soft Tissues in the Thigh and Gluteal Regions: Determining their Strain Energy Functions, American Society of Biomechanics Midwest Regional Meeting, Grand Rapids, MI, Feb 23-24, 2017 (Podium Award Winner-Undergraduate Competition)
W Pan1, S Baek, TR. Bush. Windkessel approach for blood flow response: application in venous ulcer risk assessment, Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering and Biotransport Conference, National Harbor, Maryland, USA, June 29-July 2, 2016
W Pan1, Z Sadler2, L Nault2, TR Bush. Effective stiffness for the human buttocks and thigh regions obtained through in vivo methods: application to medical seating. Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering and Biotransport Conference, National Harbor, Maryland, USA, June 29-July 2, 2016
J Drost1, H Hong, TR Bush. Mapping Hand Dysfunction: A Model for Use in Rehabilitation. Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering and Biotransport Conference, National Harbor, Maryland, USA, June 29-July 2, 2016
W Pan1, S Baek, TR Bush, Windkessel based circuit modeling of blood flow for venous ulcer risk assessment. 40th Annual Meeting of American Society of Biomechanics, Raleigh, North Carolina, USA, August 2-5, 2016
W Pan1, J Drost1, Z Sadler2, TR Bush. Material characterization of soft tissue in the human buttocks and thigh regions: application to medical seating. 40th Annual Meeting of American Society of Biomechanics, Raleigh, North Carolina, USA, August 2-5, 2016
A Lenz1, K Johnson, TR Bush. An Empirical Method to Quantify Residual Limb Motion Relative to a Prosthetic Socket for Below Knee Amputees. 40th Annual Meeting of American Society of Biomechanics, Raleigh, North Carolina, USA, August 2-5, 2016
J Drost1, H Hong, TR Bush, Quantifying Changes in Hand Function: A Model for use in Rehabilitation. 40th Annual Meeting of American Society of Biomechanics, Raleigh, North Carolina, USA, August 2-5, 2016
W Pan1, J Drost1, M Basson, TR Bush. Blood Perfusion Responses of Lower Legs: Study of Venous Stasis Ulcers. American Society of Biomechanics, Columbus, Ohio, August 5-8, 2015
W Pan1, J Drost1, A Lenz1, S Baek, TR Busc. Modeling Reperfusion Responses in Patients with Leg Wounds. American Society of Biomechanics, Columbus, Ohio, August 5-8, 2015
J Buschman2, S Leitkam, TR Bush. Compliant Flooring and its Effect on posture: Differences between young and Older Populations. American Society of Biomechanics, Columbus, Ohio, August 5-8, 2015
J Drost1, S Leitkam, TR Bush. Identification of Finger Forces over Ranges of Motions: A Comparison between Healthy and Reduced Hand Functionality Participants. American Society of Biomechanics, Columbus, Ohio, August 5-8, 2015
S Leitkam1, J Buschman2, J Beasley, TR Bush. Concurrent Validity of Goniometric and 3D Motion Capture Measurements of the Hand and Their Effects on a Model of Finger Functionality for Clinical Assessment. American Society for Hand Therapists (ASHT) 37th Annual Meeting Hynes Convention Center in Boston, MA, September 18 – 20, 2014
M McDaniels, TR Bush, K Klomparens. Ingress into Academic Leadership: The Important Role of Disciplinary Society Involvement in the Advancement of the Careers of Graduate Students and Faculty. Association for the Study of Higher Education. Scholarly Research Paper Category. Washington D.C., November 20-22, 2014
S Leitkam1, TR Bushc, L Bix, C Luz. Quantifying Functional Abilities of the Aging Hand for Understanding Grasp Adaptations and Inclusive Design. 2013 Aging and Society Conference. Chicago, IL, November 8-9, 2013
J Drost2, A Manorama1, TR Bushc. Blood Flow Characterization in Multiple Anatomical Locations during Normal and Shear Loading. American Society of Biomechanics, Omaha, NE. September 4-7, 2013
J Bushman2, S Leitkam1, TR Bushc. Relative Influence of Pelvis and Ribcage in Seated and Standing Postures. American Society of Biomechanics, Omaha, NE. September 4-7, 2013
TR Bushc, S Leitkam1, C Gunn. Supplementing basic Graduate Level Courses with Conference Based Research Communication Experiences. ASME Summer Bioengineering Conference, Sunriver, Oregon. June 26-29, 2013
A Manorama1 and TR Bushc. Skin Perfusion, Arterial and Venous Blood Flow and Soft Tissue Thickness in Relation to Pressure Ulcers. ASME Summer Bioengineering Conference, Sunriver, Oregon. June 26-29, 2013
S Leitkam1 and TR Bushc. Modeling Finger Capabilities for use in Assessment and Monitoring of Hand Rehabilitation. ASME Summer Bioengineering Conference, Sunriver, Oregon. June 26-29, 2013
TR Bushc and LJ Genik. The Importance of the Disciplinary Society in Leadership Skill Development and Advancement. American Society for Engineering Education, Atlanta, GA, June 23-26,2013
S Leitkam and TR Bushc. Modeling the Functional Capacity of the Hand for Intuitive Clinical Evaluation. Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Society, Cincinnati, OH. May 14-17, 2013
A Manorama1, TR Bushc, M Li. Factors Associated with Pressure Ulcers: The Effects of Shear Loads on Blood Flow, American Society of Biomechanics, Gainesville, FL. August 15-18, 2012.
S Leitkam, TR Bushc, M Li. A Method for Prediction of Seated Spinal Curvatures. American Society of Biomechanics, Gainesville, FL August 15-18, 2012.
A Manorama1, TR Bushc, R Meyer, R Wiseman. Forces and Flow: Implications for Pressure Ulcers Demonstrated through the use of Magnetic Resonance Angiography, ASME 2012 Summer Bioengineering Conference, Fajardo, Puerto Rico. June 20-23, 2012
S Leitkam1, TR Bushc, Development of a Weighted Functional Finger Space, ASME 2012 Summer Bioengineering Conference, Fajardo, Puerto Rico. June 20-23, 2012
A Manorama1, TR Bushc, R Meyer, R Wiseman. Using Magnetic Resonance Angiography to Determine Effects of External Forces on Blood Flow: Implications for Pressure Ulcers. Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Society, Grand Rapids, MI. May 9-12 2012.
B Rutledge1, TR Bushc, J Vorro, L DeStefano, T Francisco, S Gorbis. A Pain in the Neck: Kinematic Assessment of Cervical Spine Function. Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Society, Grand Rapids, MI. May 9-12, 2012.
S Leitkam1, TR Bushc, M Li. A Method for Relating Lumbar Spinal Movements to Motions of the Ribcage and Pelvis in Seated Postures. Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Society, Grand Rapids, MI. May 9-12 2012.
TR Bushc, R Mukherjee, A Sikorskii, G Wyatt. Removing the human factor from clinical reflexology. The Annual Meeting for the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB), Long Beach, CA, August 10-13, 2011.
B Rutledge1, K Friederichs2, TR Bush, B Feenyc. Complex Modal Analysis of Human Walking and Running. 16th US National Congress of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (USNCTAM). Penn State University, State College, PA. June 27 - July 2, 2010.
S Leitkam1, TR Bushc. Quantification of Dynamic Human Seated Spinal Curvatures. The Annual Meeting for the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB), Providence, RI August 18-21, 2010.
A Manorama1, TR Bushc, S Baek. Effects of normal and shear loads on blood perfusion and reactive hyperemia in the skin. The Annual American Society of Biomechanics (ASB) meeting, Providence, RI August 18-21, 2010.
B Rutledge1, TR Bushc, J Vorro, L DeStefano, T Francisco, S Gorbis. Inter-Examiner Comparisons of a Human Cervical Diagnosis Technique. The Annual Meeting for the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB), Providence, RI August 18-21, 2010.
B Rutledge1, J Vorro, L DeStefano, T Francisco, S Gorbis, TR Bushc. Objective Measures Relating Cervical Dysfunction to Clinical Diagnosis and Treatment Effects. ASME 2010 Summer Bioengineering Conference, Naples, FL. June 16-19, 2010.
B Rutledge1, J Vorro, S Gorbis, TR Bushc. Motion Effects of Manual Manipulation on Cervical Lateral Flexion. The Annual Meeting for the American Society of Biomechanics, Penn State University, State College, PA August 26-29, 2009.
S Leitkam1, TR Bushc. A Method for Prediction of Seated Spinal Curvature. The Annual Meeting for the American Society of Biomechanics (ASB), Penn State University, State College, PA August 26-29, 2009.
Z Rampurawala1, TR Bushc. Preferred position and associated forces for lower back support in vehicle and office seating environments. The Fourth North American Congress on Biomechanics (NACOB), University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI August 5-9, 2008.
A Manorama1, S Baek, TR Bushc. Blood flow and oxygen level characterization of the forearm with changes in normal and shear load. The Fourth North American Congress on Biomechanics (NACOB), University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI August 5-9, 2008.
JR Fair1, TR Bush, L Bixc. Biomechanical analysis of opening glass jars: Using kinematics to inform design. The Fourth North American Congress on Biomechanics (NACOB), University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI August 5-9, 2008.
TR Bushc, J Vorro, G Alderink, S Gorbis, S Leitkam1. Use of a kinematic parameter for an evidence-based assessment of a manual medicine diagnostic technique. World Congress on Neck Pain. January 20 - 22, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Los Angeles, California.
E Wandell1, N Beechnau2, W Smits, S Baek, J Choi, M deZee, TR Bushc, Computer model analysis of cervical lateral function for symmetric and asymmetric/symptomatic subject groups. World Congress on Neck Pain. January 20 - 22, 2008 at The Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Los Angeles, California.
P Gutowski, TR Bush, R Hubbard, J Balzulat. Influence of Automotive Seat and Package Factors on Posture and Applicability to Design Models. Digital Human Modeling Conference, Society of Automotive Engineering Publication. 2001. Paper No. 2001-01-2091.
TR Bush, D Ekern, R Hubbard Methodology for Posture Measurement in Automobile Seats: Experimental Methods and Computer Simulations. Published through ISATA (International Symposium on Automotive Technology and Automation). Paper No. 98SAF036. June 1998.
PEER REVIEWED CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS (250 word submissions)
Vocelle, A. R., Shafer, G. And T. R. Bush. "Thumb osteoarthritis: loss of multi-directional force production and motion abilities are an proud to loss in a single plane." Michigan Osteopathic Association, Scientific Research Exhibit Competition, held virtually, October 31, 2020. Competition Finalist.
J Scott and TR Bush. Material Properties of the Thigh in the Seated and Prone Positions. Proceedings of the 16th Pan-American Congress of Applied Mechanics, Ann Arbor, MI, May 19-23, 2019.
S Cheng, J. Scott, TR Bush, and S. Roccabianca. A Subject Specific Model of the Human Thigh Informed by In Vivo Experimental Data. 8th World Congress of Biomechanics, July 8-12, 2018.
J. Drost, TR Bush. Developing a mechanical system to mimic human thigh tissue properties for use in seating. 8th World Congress of Biomechanics. July 8-12, Dublin, Ireland. 2018.
J Scott and TR Bush. Bulk Thigh Properties in Multiple Postures. 8th World Congress of Biomechanics. July 8-12, Dublin, Ireland. 2018.
J Scott and TR Bush. Seated Pressure Redistributions via Chair Articulation. 8th World Congress of Biomechanics. July 8-12, Dublin, Ireland. 2018.
AR Cussen1, G Shafer and TR Bushc. Using Motions and Forces to Improve Our Understanding of Thumb Function and Disability. 32nd Annual MD/PhD National Student Conference, Keystone, CO, July 14, 2017.
AR Cussen1, G Shafer and TR Bushc. Development of a Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint Force Application Device. Association of American Physicians, the American Society for Clinical Investigation, and American Physician Scientist Association Joint Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 22, 2017.
AR Cussen1, G Shafer, EE Hornbach and TR Bushc. Evaluation of Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint Laxity and Muscle Strength in Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Study. Michigan State University Engineering Graduate Research Symposium, East Lansing, MI, March 31, 2016.
AR Cussen1, G Shafer-Crane, EE Hornbach and TR Bushc. An Explorative Study to Determine if 3D Kinematics can Capture Joint Laxity Associated with Thumb Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis. American Society for Surgery of the Hand, Austin, TX, September 29—October 1, 2016.
AR Cussen1, G Shafer, EE Hornbach and TR Bushc. Development of Protocol to Detect and Quantify Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint Laxity and Force Application in Subjects with Osteoarthritis. Midwest Graduate Research Symposium, Toledo, OH, April 9, 2016
W. Pan1, J Drost1, M. Basson, TR Bushc. Blood Flow Responses to Loading in Patients with Leg Wounds and Healthy People: Interpretations for Skin Ulcers. 7th World Congress of Biomechanics, Boston, MA. July 6-11, 2014.
TR Bushc, S Leitkam1, J de la Fuente, Laura Bix. Functional modeling of the hand and its use in device design. 7th World Congress of Biomechanics, Boston, MA. July 6-11, 2014. (Invited Podium Talk)
A Lenz1, K Johnson, TR Bushc. Development of Empirical Method to Assess Residual Limb Motion beneath Prosthetic Socket. 7th World Congress of Biomechanics, Boston, MA. July 6-11, 2014.
S. Leitkam1, TR Bushc. Modeling Kinematic Hand Functionality of an Arthritic Population to Make Handheld Object Interactions more Universal. 7th World Congress of Biomechanics, Boston, MA. July 6-11, 2014.
S Leitkam1, TR Bushc, B Liden, B Rutledge1, K Friederichs2, T Deland2. Heel Pressure Reduction through use of Assistive Boots. 2010 Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). Seattle, WA July 15-18, 2010.
J Vorroc, TR Bush, W Johnston, S Arnsberger. Coupled Cervical Movement Behaviors During a Passive Gross Motion Diagnostic Test. International Scientific Surgical Association: Interspine, September 2004.
ADDITIONAL CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS
E Broemer, S Chen, J Scott, TR Bush, S Roccabianca. Non-linear mechanical behavior of human thigh finite element model informed by in vivo experimental data. Mid-Michigan Symposium for Undergraduate Research Experiences. July 24, 2018. East Lansing, MI. (Poster presentation)
S Chen, J Scott, TR Bush, S Roccabianca. Determination of the proper constitutive model for a subject specific fe model of the human thigh. MSU Graduate Research Symposium. March 29, 2018. East Lansing, MI. (Poster presentation)
AR Cussen1, G Shafer, EE Hornbach and TR Bushc. Evaluation of Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint Laxity and Muscle Strength in Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Study. Michigan State University Engineering Graduate Research Symposium, East Lansing, MI, March 31, 2016.
BOOK CHAPTERS
J Fair, L Bix, TR Bush. Designing Inclusive Futures. Chapter Title. Biomechanical Analysis of Opening Glass Jars: Using Kinematics. Publisher: Springer. Editors: P. Langdon, J Clarkson, P Robinson , 2008, ISBN 978-1-84800-210-4 2011