JSPTR FAQ
What is JSPTR?
The JSPTR is an open access, peer-viewed on-line journal encompassing all aspects of clinical and basic research studies related to physical therapy. JSPTR's mission is to encourage student collaboration in advancing the profession by developing evidence-based research. JSPTR began in 2008 at Elon University by Dr. Randall Lazicki and Dr. Stephen Bailey, as a venue for physical therapy students to participate in the journal process. Today, JSPTR is managed entirely by Elon DPT students under the supervision of a faculty member.

What is a reviewer? What is a Pod?
As a reviewer, you will be joining a pod (reviewer team), which is made up of 3-7 students. These students can all be from your program or programs from across the country. Your Pod will be responsible for reviewing recently submitted articles and determining if they meet the criterion for publishing. Your Pod will have a deadline of 1 week to complete the review process.

What is the time commitment for a reviewer?
The time commitment can vary depending on the number of articles we receive and how many pods we have available. Typically, we say ~20 mins/month
What is the duration of the position?
As a reviewer, the minimum duration is a year, but you can choose to stay on until you graduate from your DPT program.
How do I apply to be a reviewer?
Click on the home tab. This will take you to the home page scroll to the bottom to the heading "Want to get involved? Join a Pod!" 
Under the heading click on "Contact Pod Coordinator Board Member"
That will take you to a contact page where you can fill out your information and you're done!
What categories of Manuscripts do you accept?
We accept Research Reports, Case Reports, Case Studies, Case Series, Literature Reviews. For more information on each category please go to our Contribute Tab.

Volume 5:33 Published: 2012

Increasing Home Exercise Program Adherence for Physical Therapy Clients with Balance and Dizziness Problems in Cheyenne, WY; Emma Stayduhar, SDPT

The Impact of Physical Therapy on Pain and Disability Associated with Knee Osteoarthritis A Critical Review on Literature; Carla Sy Enriquez, PT, DPT, OCS, DAAPM Edilberto A. Raynes, MD, PhD – Candidate

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Volume 5:22 Published: 2012

The Use of Virtual Reality to Improve Gait Function in Stroke Patients; Andrea Cortese, SPT; Katie Horr, SPT; Erin Krautle, SPT; Jacquelyn Liebig, SPT; Neal Scibelli, SPT; Martha Sliwinski, MS, PT, PhD

Development of the Screen for Limitations in Mobility (SLIM): A Self-Report Tool for Surgical Oncology Patients; R Spencer, T Fee, E Hall, A Rogers, M Sluzar, D Law, E Weitzner, V Wheeler, NM Salbach, N Cooper

A Theraband™ Simulation of the Penguin Flight Suit on Stability Measures in Healthy Older Adults; Simon K. Ho, SPT, Stephen P. Lahr, PT, PhD, and Terri Hoppenrath, PT, MS, DPT, GCS

Measures of Cardiovascular Health and Physical Function improve after an Aerobic Exercise Intervention in a Patient Fifteen Days Post-Stroke; Angela A. Lentz, DPT; Anna E. Mattlage, MS; Abigail L. Ashenden, SPT; Michael A. Rippee, MD; Sandra A. Billinger, PT, PhD

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Volume 5:1 Published: 2012

Comparative Review of Interactive Gaming versus Traditional Rehabilitation Methods in Balance Training Post Stroke; Ashley Bailey, BS, SPT, Kathryn Jordan, BS, SPT, Astin Laferriere, BS, SPT, Terah Turner, BS, SPT, and Deborah Edmondson, PT, Ed.D

Passive Stretching and its Effect on Spasticity and Range of Motion in Children with Cerebral Palsy; Mallory Groppe, Doctor of Physical Therapy Intern, Katrin Mattern-Baxter, PT, DPT, PCS, Todd E. Davenport, PT, DPT, OCS

Acetabular Labral Tear: a case study of clinical diagnosis in an active female college student; Erica R. Michaud, DPT/s, Mary J. Hickey, PT, DPT, MHP, OCS

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Volume 4:2 Published: 2011

Impact of Stress Management Coaching for Graduate Students in a Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program: A Mixed Methods Pilot Study; Amanda M. Zweir, SPT, Maureen Stevens, SPT, Mary Lou Galantino, PT, PhD, MSCE, Michael Frank, PhD.

Investigating the Associations between Core Strength, Postural Control and Fine Motor Performance in Children; Rachel Burnett SPT, Nicole Cornett SPT, Gina Rekart SPT, Betsy Donahoe-Fillmore PT, PhD, PCS, C. Jayne Brahler PhD, Susan Aebker DHS

Improving Confidence and Competence for First Year Physical Therapy Students through a Focused Blood Pressure Educational Program; Dustin Lahman, PT, DPT, Hadley Low, PT, DPT, Sonya Lee Irons, PT, DPT, CCS, Julie Ekstrum, PT, DPT, CCS

Patterns of Lower Extremity Injury in USA Male Collegiate Rugby Club Players; Matthew Lee, PT, Jocelyn Beckett Bond, PT, Amanda Johnson Keatts, PT, Melissa Johnson, PT, Corrie A. Mancinelli, PT, PhD

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