thomas a. buckley

Research Interests

• Broad based multidisciplinary concussion research program which primarily focuses on: 
  • Concussion: 1) Impairments in postural control/balance following a concussion, 2) Determination of post-concussion recovery, and 3) The relationship between post-concussion return to participation and associated subsequent musculoskeletal injury.
  • Long Term effects of Concussion and Repetitive Head Impacts in middle aged and older adults.
  • Postural Control/Balance: Primary interest here involves the role of Dual Task cognitive challenges on performance of balance testing.

Education

• Ed.D. Applied Physiology, Columbia University, Teachers College
• M.S. Athletic Training, Indiana State University
• B.S. Athletic Training, Springfield College
• A.S. Sports, Fitness, Leisure Studies, Dean Junior College

Courses

• KAAP 448: Organization and Administration of Athletic Training
• KAAP 400
• KAAP 609

Affiliations

• National Athletic Trainers' Association
• American College of Sports Medicine
• American Academy of Neurology
• American Society of Biomechanics