Publications

Care of the Combat Amputee, edited by LTC Paul F. Pasquina, MD and Rory Cooper, Ph.D. In: Lounsbury DE, Lenhart M, eds. Textbooks of Military Medicine. Washington, DC: Department of the Army, Office of The Surgeon General, Borden Institute, in press.

An Introduction to Rehabilitation Engineering, edited by Rory A. Cooper, Hisaichi Ohnabe, and Douglas Hobson, Taylor and Francis Group, Boca Raton, FL, 444 pages, 2007.

Wheelchairs: A Guide to Selection and Configuration, Rory A. Cooper, Demos Medical Publishers, New York, NY, 380 pages, 1998.

Rehabilitation Engineering Applied to Mobility and Manipulation, Rory A. Cooper, Institute of Physics Publishing, London, England, 516 pages, 1995.

Proceedings Innovation in Rehabilitation Engineering Workshop, IEEE-EMBS 16th Annual International Conference, Highland VAMC Press, Rory A. Cooper, Editor, 1994

Signals and Linear Systems, B.P. Lathi, Berkely Press, Computer Examples and Problems by Rory A. Cooper, 1991

Textbook of Rehabilitation Engineering, Toshiyasu Yamamoto, Ph.D., Editor, Ishiyaku Publishers Inc., Tokyo, Japan, in press

Biomechanics of and Interfaces for Wheelchair Mobility, R.A. Cooper, M.L. Boninger, A.M.Koontz, D.M. Spaeth, M.J. Dvorznak, R. Cooper, A. Dobson

Physical Medicine &Rehabilitation Secrets, 3rd Edition, Bryan O'Young MD, Mark Young MD, Steven Steins MD, Editors, Elsevier Press, in press

Assistive Technologies: Catalysts for Adaptive Function, M.L. Boninger, H. Choi, K. Johnson, M.A. Young, S.A. Steins, A. Sears

The Engineering Handbook on Smart Technology for Aging, Disability and Independence, A. Helal, M., Mokhtari and B. Abdulrazak, Editors, John Wiley & Sons. Computer Engineering Series, in press, 2007.

Technology for Successful Aging and Disabilities, A. Karmarkar, E. Chaves, R.A. Cooper

Musculoskeletal Tissue Regeneration: Biological Material and Methods, W.S. Pietrzak, Editor, Humana Press, in press, 2008.

Muscle Repair After Injury and Disease, F. Ambrosio, Y. Li, A. Usas, M.L. Boninger, J. Huard

Spinal Cord Medicine: Principles and Practice, 2nd Edition, Vernon Lin, M.D., Editor, Demos Medical Publishing, New York, NY.

Wheelchairs and Seating for People with Spinal Cord Injuries, R.A. Cooper, R.M. Cooper, M.L. Boninger, E. Teodorski, T. Thorman, T. Peleshi

Musculoskeletal Pain and Overuse Injuries, M.L. Boninger, J.L. Collinger, R.A. Cooper, A.M. Koontz

Sports Chair Set-up and Selection, H. Liu, I. Rice, J.Z. Laferrier, R.M. Cooper, M.L. Boninger, R.A. Cooper

Spinal Cord Injuries: Management and Rehabilitation, S.A. Sisto, E. Druin, M. Sliwinski, Editors, Mosby Elsevier, St. Louis, MO, 2009.

Sports and Recreation for People With Spinal Cord Injuries (Chapter 19), I. Rice, R.A. Cooper, R.M. Cooper, A.R. Kelleher, A. Boyles, pp. 455-477

Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation, Joel Stein, Richard Harvey, Richard Macko, Carolee J. Winstein, Richard Zorowitz, Editors, Demos Medical Publishing, New York, NY.

Seating, Assisitive Technology, and Equipment (Chapter 33), R.A. Cooper, B. Brewer, R.M. Cooper, K. Hill, P. Karg, A. Karmarkar, A. Lane, R. Little, T. Peleshi, pp. 543-565

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 3^rd Edition, Randall Braddom MD, MS, Editor, Elsevier Limited, UK , 2007.

Prescription of Wheelchairs and Seating Systems (Chapter 18), A.M. Koontz, D. Ding, D.M. Spaeth, M.R. Schmeler, R.A. Cooper, pp. 381-411.

Textbook of Neural Repair and Rehabilitation, Michael Selzer, M.D., Leonardo Cohen, M.D., and Fred Gage, Ph.D., Editors, Cambridge University Press, 2006.

Wheelchair Design and Seating Technology, R.A. Cooper, R. Cooper, M.L. Boninger, Chapter 11, pp. 147-164

Encyclopedia of Medical Devices and Instrumentation, John Wiley and Sons Inc., Hoboken, NJ, 2006.

Mobility Aids, R.A. Cooper, E.J. Wolf, D.M. Collins, E.S. Chaves, J. Pearlman, A. Karmarkar, R. Cooper, pp. 544-555.

Exercise in Rehabilitation Medicine, 2^nd Edition, W.R. Frontera, Editor-in-Chief, Human Kinetics Publishing, Champaign, IL, 2006.

Elite Athletes with Impairments, R.A. Cooper, M.L. Boninger, I. Rice, S.D. Shimada, R. Cooper, Chapter 21, pp. 332-353.

Designing Smart Homes, J.C. Augusto and C.D. Nugent, Editors, Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 2006.

Plans and Planning in Smart Homes, R. Simpson, D. Schreckenghost, E.L. Lopresti, N. Kirsch, pp. 71-84.

Encyclopedia of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering, Gary Wnek and Gary Bowlin, Editors, Taylor and Francis, 2006.

Wheeled Mobility: Wheelchairs and Personal Transportation, J.L. Pearlman, R.A. Cooper

Wiley Encyclopedia of Biomedical Engineering, John Wiley and Sons Inc., Hoboken, NJ, 2006.

Rehabilitation Engineering: An Overview, R.A. Cooper, D. Ding, R. Cooper, E.J. Wolf, S.D. Algood, T.A. Corfman, A.J. Rentschler, M.L. Boninger, E.S. Chaves

Wheelchair Engineering, R.A. Cooper, D. Ding, A.M. Kwarciak, R. Cooper, S. Guo, D.M. Spaeth, E. Zipfel, A. Kelleher, M.L. Boninger

Rehabilitation Biomechanics, A.M. Koontz, J.L. McCrory, R. Cham, Y. Yang, M. Wilkenson

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: Principles and Practice, J.A. DeLisa, Editor-in-Chief, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2005.

Wheelchairs, M.L. Boninger, R.A. Cooper, M. Schmeler, R.Cooper, Chapter 59, pp. 1289-1305.

Muscle Strength, Shrawan Kumar Ph.D., D.Sc., F. Erg.S., Editor, CRC Press, 2004.

Strength and Disability, A.M. Koontz, F. Ambrosio, A.L. Souza, M.E. Buning, J. Arva, R.A.Cooper, Ch. 21, pp. 485-518

Spinal Cord Medicine: Principles and Practice, Vernon Lin, M.D., Editor, Demos Medical Publishing, New York, NY, 2003

Wheelchairs and Seating, R.A.Cooper, M.L. Boninger, R. Cooper, T. Thorman, Ch. 46, pp. 635-654

Musculoskeletal Pain and Overuse Injuries, M.L. Boninger, R.A. Cooper, B. Fay, A. Koontz, Ch. 38, pp. 527-534

Medizinische Servonen, Herausgegeben von G. Allert, H. Kächele, Shattauer, Stuttgart New York, 2000.

Intelligente Orthesen für Tetraplegiker: technische, klinische und psychosoziale Aspekte, R.A. Cooper

Human Biomechanics and Injury Prevention, H. Yamada, Editor, Springer-Verlag, Tokyo, 2000.

Bringing Advances in Wheelchairs to the People, R.A. Cooper, M.L. Boninger, N. Shapcott, S.G. Fitzgerald

CRC Handbook of Biomedical Engineering-Rehabilitation Engineering Section, 2^nd edition, Joseph Bronzino, Editor, CRC Press, 2000.

Wheeled Mobility: Wheelchairs and Personal Transportation, R. A. Cooper, Ch. 141, pp. 141-1 – 141-14.

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: The Complete Approach, Martin Grabois (ed).Chicago, Blackwell Publishers, in press, 1999.

Growth Modifications: what works, what doesn’t, and why, J.A. McNamera, Jr, Editor, Craniofacial Growth Series 35, Center for Human Growth and Development, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 1999.

Stress patterns of Craniofacial Bones Upon Orthodontic Headgear Loading in Dry Human Skulls, J.J. Mao, M. Oberheim, R.A. Cooper, M. Tassick

Biomedical Aspects of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion: The State of the Art II, L.H.V. van der Woude, M.T.E. Hopman, C.H. van Kemenade, Editors, IOS Press, 1999.

Instrumentation for Measuring Wheelchair Propulsion Biomechanics, R.A. Cooper, M.L. Boninger, D.P. VanSickle, C.P. DiGiovine, Ch. 3.1.3

Repetitive Strain Injuries in Manual Wheelchair Users, M.L. Boninger, R.A. Cooper, Ch. 3.1.4

Side-to-Side Differences in the Kinetics of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, D.K. Jones, M.L. Boninger, R.A. Cooper, S.D. Shimada, B.M. Lawrence, Ch. 3.2.3

Exercise in Rehabilitation Medicine, W.R. Frontera, Editor, Human Kinetics Publishing, Champaign, IL,

Elite Athletes with Impairments, R.A. Cooper, M.L. Boninger, S.D. Shimada, T.J. O’Connor, Ch. 21, pp. 425-448, 1999.

Designing and Using Assistive Technology, D.B. Gray, L.A. Quatrano, and M.L. Lieberman, Editors, Brookes Publishing Co., Baltimore, MD, 1998.

Incorporating Human Needs into Assistive Technology Design, R.A. Cooper, Ch. 10, pp. 151-170, 1998.

Perspectives in Rehabilitation Ergonomics, Shrawan Kumar, Editor, Taylor and Francis Publishers, 1997.

Wheelchair Ergonomics, R.A. Cooper, R.N. Robertson, M.L. Boninger, S. Shimada, D.P. VanSickle, B. Lawrence, and T. Singleton, Ch.10, pp. 246-272.

PM&R Secrets, O’Young B, Young BA, and Stiens SA (eds), Philadelphia, Hanley and Belfus, Inc, 1996.

CRC Handbook of Biomedical Engineering-Rehabilitation Engineering Section,Joseph Bronzino, Editor, CRC Press, 1995.

Wheeled Mobility: Wheelchairs and Personal Transportation, R. A. Cooper, Ch. 137, pp. 2061-2075.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Design of an Arm-Powered General Purpose Tricycle for Use by People with Mobility Impairments, Saudi Journal of Disability and Rehabilitation, in press.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Features and Selection Criteria for Pushrim Activated Power Assisted Wheelchairs, Saudi Journal of Disability and Rehabilitation, in press.

Yang J, Boninger ML, Leath J, Fitzgerald SG, Dyson-Hudson TA, Chang M, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Manual Wheelchair Users with Spinal Cord Injury: A Multi-Center Study, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, in press.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Triolo R, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Biomechanical Analysis of Functional Electrical Stimulation on Trunk Musculature During Wheelchair Propulsion: A Pilot Study, Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair, in press.

Boninger ML, Whyte J, DeLisa J, Zafonte R, Chan L, Building a Research Program in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, in press.

Chan L, Jette AM, Ottenbacher KJ, Robinson LR, Tietsworth ML, Ricker JH, Boninger ML, Building a Research Program in Rehabilitation Sciences Part II, Case Studies: University of Texas Medical Branch, Boston University, University of Pittsburgh, and University of Washington, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, in press.

Karmarkar AM, Collins DM, Wichman T, Franklin A, Fitzgerald SG, Dicianno BE, Pasquina PF, Cooper RA, Prostheses and Wheelchair Use in US Veteran-Athletes with Lower Limb Amputation, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, in press.

Impink BG, Boninger ML, Walker H, Collinger J, Ultrasonographic Median Nerve Changes After a Wheelchair Sporting Event, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, in press.

Sporner M, Grindle GG, Kelleher AR, Teodorski E, Cooper RM, Cooper RA, Quantification of Activity During Wheelchair Basketball and Rugby at the National Veterans Wheelchair Games: A Pilot Study, Prosthetics and Orthotics International, in press.

Karmarkar A, Collins DM, Kelleher AR, Cooper RA, Satisfaction Related to Wheelchair Use in Older Adults in Both Nursing Homes and Community Dwelling, Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, in press.

Koontz AM, Roche BM, Collinger JL, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Patterns on Natural Surfaces During Start-up Propulsion, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, in press.

Collinger JL, Gagnon D, Jacobson J, Impink BG, Boninger ML, Reliability of Quantitative Ultrasound Measures of the Biceps and Supraspinatus Tendons, Academic Radiology, in press.

Cooper RA, SMART^Wheel: From Concept to Clinical Practice, Prosthetics and Orthotics International, in press.

Smith JM, Simpson RC, Analysis of Word Prediction Using Unconstrained Text Entry, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, in press.

Ambrosio F, Ferrari RJ, Fitzgerald GK, Carvell GE, Boninger ML, Huard J, Functional Overloading of Dystrophic Mice Enhances Muscle-Derived Stem Cell Contribution to Muscle Contractile Capabilities, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 66-73, Vol. 90., No. 1, January 2009.

Kwarciak AM, Sisto SA, Yarossi M, Price R, Komaroff E, Boninger ML, Redefining the Manual Wheelchair Stroke Cycle: Identification and Impact of Nonpropulsive Pushrim Contact, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 66-73, Vol. 90, No. 1, January 2009.

Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Chhabra HS, Jefferds A, Design, Development, and Testing of a Low Cost Electric Powered Wheelchair for India, Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, pp. 42-57, Vol. 4, No. 1, January 2009.

Ambrosio F, Kadi F, Lexell J, Fitzgerald GK, Boninger ML, Huard J, The Effect of Muscle Loading on Skeletal Muscle Regenerative Potential: An Update of Current Research Findings Relating to Aging and Neuromuscular Pathology, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 145-155, Vol. 88, No. 2, February 2009.

Zipfel E, Olson J, Puhlman JR, Cooper RA, Design of a Custom Racing Hand-Cycle: Review and Analysis, Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, pp. 119-128, Vol. 4, No. 2, March 2009.

Whyte J, Boninger ML, Helkowski W, Braddom-Ritzler C, The Rehabilitation Medicine Scientist Training Program: Impact and Lessons Learned, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 169-179, Vol. 88, No. 3, March 2009.

Cohen LJ, Fitzgerald SG, Lane S, Boninger ML, Minkel J, McCue M, Validation of the Seating and Mobility Script Concordance Test (SMSCT), Assistive Technology, pp. 47-56, Vol. 21, No. 1, March 2009.

Dicianno BE, Arva J, Lieberman JM, Schmeler MR, Souza A, Phillips K, Lange M, Cooper RM, Davis K, Betz KL, RESNA Position on the Application of Tilt, Recline, and Elevating Legrests for Wheelchairs, Assistive Technology, pp. 13-22, Vol. 21, No. 1, March 2009.

Sporner ML, Fitzgerald SG, Dicianno BE, Collins DM, Teodorski E, Pasquina PF, Cooper RA, Psychosocial Impact of Participation in the National Veterans Wheelchair Games and Winter Sports Clinic, Disability and Rehabilitation, pp. 410-418, Vol. 31, No. 5, 2009.

Rice I, Impink B, Niyonkuru C, Boninger ML, Manual Wheelchair Stroke Characteristics During an Extended Period of Propulsion, Spinal Cord, pp. 413-417, Vol. 47, No. 5, May 2009.

Eggers SL, Myakovski L, Burkitt KH, Tolerico M, Switzer GE, Fine MJ, Boninger ML, A Preliminary Model of Wheelchair Service Delivery, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 1030-1038, Vol. 90, No. 6, June 2009.

Cowan R, Nash MS, Collinger JL, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Impact of Surface Type, Wheelchair Weight, and Axle Position on Wheelchair Propulsion by Novice Older Adults, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 1076-1083, Vol. 90, No. 7, July 2009.

Jan YK, Brienza DM, Geyer MJ, Karg P, Wavelet-Based Spectrum Analysis of Sacral Skin Blood Flow Response to Alternating Pressure, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 137-145, Vol. 89, No. 1, January 2008.

Sharma V, Simpson RC, LoPresti E, Mostowy C, Olson J, Puhlman JR, Hayashi S, Cooper RA, Konarsky E, Kerley B, Participatory Design in the Development of the Wheelchair Convoy System, Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation, open access, Vol. 5, January 2008.

Cowan R, Boninger ML, Sawatzky BJ, Mazoyer BD, Cooper RA, Preliminary Outcomes of the SmartWheel Users’ Group Database: A Proposed Framework for Clinicians to Objectively Evaluate Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 260-268, Vol. 89, No. 2, February 2008.

Kim JB, Brienza JB, Lynch RD, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Effectiveness Evaluation of a Remote Accessibility Assessment System for Wheelchair Users Using Virtualized Reality, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 470-479, Vol. 89, No. 3, March 2008.

Cooper RA, Quality of Life Technology: A Human Centered and Holistic Design, Special Quality of Life Technology issue of IEEE-EMBS Magazine, pp. 10-11, Vol. 27, No. 2, March/April 2008.

Simpson R, Making Better Decisions: Modeling the Assistive Technology Assessment, Special Quality of Life Technology issue of IEEE-EMBS Magazine, pp. 23-28, Vol. 27, No. 2, March/April 2008.

Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Krizack M, Lindsley A, Wu Y, Reisinger K, Armstrong W, Casanova H, Chhabra HS, Noon J, Lower-limb Prostheses and Wheelchairs in Low Income Countries: An Overview, IEEE-EMBS Magazine (special Quality of Life Technology issue), pp. 12-22, Vol. 27, No. 2, March/April 2008.

Collinger JL, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Price R, Sisto SA, Tolerico M, Cooper RA, Shoulder Biomechanics During the Push Phase of Wheelchair Propulsion: A Multi-Site Study of Persons with Paraplegia, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 667-676, Vol. 89, No. 4, April 2008.

Spaeth DM, Mahajan H, Karmarkar A, Collins DM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Development of a Wheelchair Virtual Driving Environment: Trials with Subjects with Traumatic Brain Injury, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 996-1003, Vol. 89, No. 5, May 2008.

Karmarkar A, Cooper RA, Liu HY, Connor S, Puhlman J, Evaluation of Pushrim-Activated Power Assisted Wheelchairs (PAPAW) Using ANSI/RESNA Standards, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 1191-1198, Vol. 89, No. 6, June 2008.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Boninger ML, Trends and Issues in Wheelchair Technologies, pp. 61-72, Assistive Technology, Vol. 20, No. 2, 2008.

LoPresti EF, Koester HH, Simpson RC, Toward Automatic Adjustment of Pointing Device Configuration to Accommodate Physical Impairment, Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, pp. 221-235, Vol. 3, No. 4, July 2008.

Hubbard SL, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Relationship Between Quality of Wheelchair and Quality of Life, Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation, Vol. 24, No. 3, pp. 264-278, July-September 2008.

Ohnabe H, The Role of Information Sharing by the Conference of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology, Rehabilitation Engineering, pp. 128-131, Vol. 23, No. 3, August 2008.

Ding D, Souza A, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RM, Kelleher AR, Boninger ML, Preliminary Study on the Impact of Pushrim Activated Power Assist Wheelchairs Among Individuals with Tetraplegia, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 821-829, Vol. 87, No. 10, October 2008.

Brose SW, Boninger ML, Fullerton B, McCann T, Collinger JL, Impink B, Dyson-Hudson TA, Shoulder Ultrasound Abnormalities, Physical Examination Findings and Pain in Manual Wheelchair Users with Spinal Cord Injury, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 2086-2093, Vol. 89, No. 11, November 2008.

Cooper RA, Dicianno BE, Brewer B, LoPresti E, Ding D, Simpson RC, Grindle GG, Wang H, A Perspective on Intelligent Devices and Environments in Medical Rehabilitation, Medical Engineering and Physics, pp. 1387-1398, Vol. 30, No. 10, December 2008.

Cooper RA, Tolerico M, Kaminski B, Spaeth D, Ding D, Cooper RM, Quantifying Wheelchair Activity of Children: A Pilot Study, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 977-983, Vol. 87, No. 12, December 2008.

Dicianno BE, Kurowski BG, Yang J, Chancellor MB, Benjjani GK, Fairman AD, Lewis N, Sotirake J, Rehabilitation and Medical Management of the Adult with Spina Bifida, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 1026-1050, Vol. 87, No. 12, December 2008.

Rentschler AJ, Simpson RC, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Clinical Evaluation of the Guido Robotic Walker, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, pp. 1281-1294, Vol. 45, No. 9, 2008.

Schopp L, Clark MJ, Hagglund KJ, Sherman AK, Stout BJ, Gray D, Boninger ML, Life Activities Among Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury Living in the Community: Perceived Choice and Perceived Barriers, Rehabilitation Psychology, pp. 82-88, Vol. 52, No. 1, February 2007.

Gordon AT, Lutz GE, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Introduction to Nanotechnology: Potential Applications in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 225-241, Vol. 86, No. 3, March 2007.

Van Drongelen S, Boninger ML, Impink BG, Khalaf T, Acute Biceps Tendon Changes After Wheelchair Sports, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 318-385, Vol. 88, No. 3, March 2007.

Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher AR, Mobility Challenges in Individuals with a Spinal Cord Injury with Increased Body Weight, Topics in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation, pp. 54-63, Vol. 12, No. 4, Spring 2007.

Dicianno B, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Brown K, Force Control Strategies While Driving Electric Powered Wheelchairs with Isometric and Movement Sensing Joysticks, IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering, pp. 144-150, Vol. 15, No. 1, March 2007.

Crane BA, Holm MB, Hobson D, Cooper RA, Reed MP, Responsiveness of the TAWC Tool for Assessing Wheelchair Discomfort, Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, pp. 97-103, Vol. 2, No. 2, March 2007.

Price R, Ashwell ZR, Chang MW, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Sisto SA, Upper Limb Joint Power and its Distribution in Spinal Cord Injured Wheelchair Users: Steady State Self-Selected Speed Versus Maximal Acceleration Trials, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 88, No. 4, pp. 456-463, April 2007.

Authier EL, Pearlman J, Allegretti A, Rice I, Cooper RA, A Sports Wheelchair for Low Income Counties, Disability and Rehabilitation, pp. 963-967, Vol. 29, No. 11-12, June 2007.

Kirby RL, Cooper RA, Applicability of the Wheelchair Skills Program to the Indian Context, Disability and Rehabilitation, pp. 969-972, Vol. 29, No. 11-12, June 2007.

Zipfel E, Cooper RA, Pearlman J, Cooper RM, McCartney M, New Design and Development of a Manual Wheelchair for India, Disability and Rehabilitation, pp. 949-962, Vol. 29, No. 11-12, June 2007.

Dicianno BE, Tovey E, Power Mobility Device Provision: Understanding Medicare Guidelines and Advocating for Clients, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 88, No. 6, pp. 807-816, June 2007.

Chaves ES, Cooper RA, Collins DM, Karmarkar A, Cooper RM, Review of Use of Restraints and Lap Belts with Wheelchair Users, Assistive Technology Journal, Vol. 19.2, pp. 94-107, Summer 2007.

Simpson R, Koester H, LoPresti E, Selecting and Appropriate Scan Rate: The “.65 Rule”, Assistive Technology, Vol. 19.2, pp. 51-58, Summer 2007.

Crane B, Holm M, Hobson D, Cooper RA, Reed MP, A Dynamic Seating Intervention for Wheelchair Seating Discomfort, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 988-993, Vol. 86, No. 12, December 2007.

Brewer B, McDowell SK, Worther-Chaudhari LC, Poststroke Upper Extremity Rehabilitation: A Review of Robotic Systems and Clinical Results, Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation, pp. 22-44, Vol. 14, No. 6, November/December 2007.

Collins DM, Fitzgerald SG, Sachs-Ericsson N, Scherer M, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Psychosocial Well-Being and Community Participation of Service Dog Partners, Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, pp. 41-48, Vol. 1, No. 1-2, January-June 2006.

Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Zipfel E, Spaeth DM, Puhlman JR, Kelleher A, Cooper R, Guo S, The Development and Preliminary Evaluation of a Training Device for Wheelchair Users: The GAME^Wheels System, Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, pp. 129-139, Vol. 1, No. 1-2, January-June 2006.

Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Zipfel E, Cooper RM, McCartney M, Towards the Development of an Effective Technology Transfer Model of Wheelchairs to Developing Countries, Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, pp. 103-110, Vol. 1, No. 1-2, January-June 2006.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Cooper RM, Kelleher A, Use of the Independence 3000 IBOT™ Transporter at Home and in the Community: A Case Report, Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, pp. 111-117, Vol. 1, No. 1-2, January-June 2006.

Frontera WR, Fuhrer MJ, Jette AM, Chan L, Cooper RA, Duncan PW, Kemp JD, Ottenbacher KJ, Peckham PH, Roth EJ, Tate DG, Rehabilitation Medicine Summit: Building Research Capacity, published in:

Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 148-152, Vol. 87, No. 1, January 2006.

Journal of Neuroengineering and Rehabilitation, open access, Vol. 3, No. 1, January 2006.

OTJR: Occupation, Participation, and Health, pp. 33-38, Vol. 26, No. 1, Winter 2006.

Journal of Head Trauma and Rehabilitation, pp. 1-7, Vol. 21, No. 1, January-February 2006.

American Journal of Speech -Language Pathology, pp. 3-14, Vol. 15, February 2006.

American Journal of Occupational Therapy, pp. 165-176, Vol. 60, No. 2, 2006.

van Drongelen S, ver der Woude LHV, Janssen TWJ, Angenot ELD, Chadwick EKJ, Veeger HEJ, Glenohumeral Joint Loading in Tetraplegia During Weight Relief Lifting: A Simulation Study, Clinical Biomechanics, pp. 128-137, Vol. 21, No. 2, February 2006.

Guo S, Grindle GG, Authier EL, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher AR, Cooper R, Development and Qualitative Assessment of the GAME^Cycle Exercise System, IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering, pp. 83-90, Vol. 14, No. 1, March 2006.

DiGiovine CP, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Advances in Manual Wheelchair Technology, Topics in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation (issue editor: Michael L. Boninger, MD), pp. 1-14, Vol. 11, No. 4, Spring 2006.

Cooper RA, Cooper RM, Tolerico M, Guo S, Ding D, Pearlman J, Advances in Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Topics in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation (issue editor: Michael L. Boninger, MD), pp. 15-29, Vol. 11, No. 4, Spring 2006.

Dicianno BE, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Advancements in Power Wheelchair Joystick Technology: Effects of Isometric Joysticks and Signal Conditioning on Driving Performance, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 631-639, Vol. 85, No. 8, 2006.

Ohnabe H, Current Trends in Rehabilitation Engineering, Assistive Technology, pp. 220-232, Vol. 18.2, Fall 2006.

Mercer JL, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Ren D, Dyson-Hudson T, Cooper RA, Shoulder Joint Kinetics and Pathology in Manual Wheelchair Users, Clinical Biomechanics, pp. 781-789, Vol. 21, No. 8, October 2006.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Triolo RJ, Mercer J, Boninger ML, Surface Electromyography Activity of Trunk Muscles During Wheelchair Propulsion, Clinical Biomechanics, pp. 1032-1041, Vol. 21, No. 10, October 2006.

Koontz AM, Yang Y, Boninger DS, Kanaly J, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Dieruf K, Ewer L, Investigation of the Performance of an Ergonomic Handrim as a Pain-Relieving Intervention for Manual Wheelchair Users, Assistive Technology, pp. 123-143, Vol. 18, No. 2, 2006.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Spaeth DM, Ding D, Guo S, Koontz AM, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper R, Kelleher AR, Collins DM, Engineering Better Wheelchairs to Enhance Community Participation, IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering, pp. 438-455, Vol. 14, No. 4, December 2006.

Collins DM, Karmarkar A, Relich R, Pasquina P, Cooper RA, Review of Research on Prosthetic Devices for Lower Extremity Amputation, Critical Reviews in Biomedical Engineering, pp. 379-438, Vol. 34, No. 5, 2006.

Simpson RC, Koester HH, LoPresti EF, Evaluation of an Adaptive Row/Column Scanning System, Technology and Disability, pp. 127-138, Vol. 18, 2006.

Kwarciak AM, Cooper RA, Ammer WA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Fatigue Testing of Selected Suspension Manual Wheelchairs Using ANSI/RESNA Standards, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 86, No. 1, pp. 123-129, January 2005.

Algood SD, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RM, Boninger ML, Effect of a Pushrim Activated Power Assist Wheelchair on the Functional Capabilities of Persons with Tetraplegia, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 86, No. 3, pp. 380-386, March 2005.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Electric Powered Wheelchairs: A Review of Current Technology and Insight Into Future Directions, IEEE Control Systems Magazine, Vol. 25, No. 2, pp. 22-34, April 2005.

Souza AL, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Shimada SD, Cooper RA, Ambrosio F, Upper Limb Strength in Wheelchair Users with Spinal Cord Injury Who Use Manual Wheelchairs, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 28, No. 1, pp. 26-32, 2005.

Wainner RS, Fritz JM, Irrgang JJ, Delitto A, Allison S, Boninger ML, Development of a Clinical Prediction Rule for the Diagnosis of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 86, No. 4, pp. 609-618, April 2005.

Guo G, Grindle G, Cooper RA, Development of a Compact Chin-Operated Force Sensing Joystick, Saudi Journal of Disability and Rehabilitation, Vol. 9, No. 4, pp. 212-217, October-December 2003 (published in 2005).

Hubbard SL, Professional Organizations: Who Should Join?, The American Journal of Occupational Therapy, pp. 113-116, Vol. 59, No. 1, 2005.

Simpson R, Smart Wheelchairs: A Literature Review, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, pp. 423-436, Vol. 42, No. 4, July/August 2005.

Cohen LJ, Fitzgerald SG, Lane S, Boninger ML, Development of the Seating and Mobility Script Concordance Test for Spinal Cord Injury: Obtaining Content Validity Evidence, Assistive Technology, pp. 122-132, Vol. 17.2, Fall 2005.

Cooper RA, Ding D, Simpson R, Fitzgerald SG, Spaeth DM, Guo S, Koontz AM, Cooper RM, Kim J, Boninger ML, Virtual Reality and Computer Enhanced Training Applied to Wheeled Mobility: An Overview of Work in Pittsburgh, Assistive Technology, pp. 159-170, Vol. 17.2, Fall 2005.

Crane BA, Holm MB, Hobson D, Cooper RA, Reed MP, Stadelmeier S, Test- Retest Reliability, Internal Item Consistency, and Concurrent Validity of the Wheelchair Seating Discomfort Assessment Tool, Assistive Technology, pp. 98-107, Vol. 17.2, Fall 2005.

Frontera WR, Fuhrer MJ, Jette AM, Chan L, Cooper RA, Duncan PW, Kemp JD, Ottenbacher KJ, Peckham PH, Roth EJ, Tate DG, Rehabilitation Medicine Summit: Building Research Capacity, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 913-917, Vol. 84, No. 12, December 2005.

Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, pp. x-xxiii, Vol. 42, No. 6, November/December 2005.

Cortazzo M, Helkowski W, Pippin B, Boninger ML, Zafonte RD, Acute Impatient Rehabilitation of Fifty-Five Patients After Liver Transplantation, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 880-884, Vol. 84, No. 11, November 2005.

Ambrosio F, Boninger ML, Souza AL, Fitzgerald SG, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Biomechanics and Strength of Manual Wheelchair Users, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, pp. 407-414, Vol. 58, No. 5, 2005.

Wolf EJ, Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher AR , Collins DM, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Vibration Exposure of Individuals Using Wheelchairs Over Sidewalk Surfaces, Disability and Rehabilitation, pp. 1443-1449, Vol. 27, No. 23, December 2005.

Pearlman JL, Cooper RA, Karnawat J, Cooper R, Boninger ML, Evaluation of the Safety and Durability of Low-Cost Nonprogrammable Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 2361-2370, Vol. 86, No. 12, December 2005.

Cole TM, Kewman D, Boninger ML, Development of Medical Rehabilitation Research in 20th Century America, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 940-954, Vol. 84, No. 12, December 2005.

Fitzgerald SG, Collins DM, Cooper RA, Tolerico M, Kelleher AR, Hunt PC, Martin SG, Impink BG, Cooper R, Issues in the Maintenance and Repairs of Wheelchairs: A Pilot Study, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, pp. 853-862, Vol. 42, No. 6, November/December 2005.

Selzer F, Sutton-Tyrell K, Fitzgerald SG, Pratt JE, Tracy RP, Kuller L, Manzi S, Comparison of Risk Factors for Vascular Disease in the Carotid Artery and Aorta in Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Arthritis & Rheumatism, Vol. 50, No. 1, pp. 151-159, January 2004.

Bertocci GE, Munin MC, Frost KL, Burdett R, Wassinger CA, Fitzgerald SG, Isokinetic Performance After Total Hip Replacement, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 83, No. 1, pp. 1-9, January 2004.

Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Souza AL, Fay BT, Scapular Range of Motion in a Quasi-Wheelchair Push, International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Vol. 33, No. 3, pp. 237-248, March 2004.

Rentschler AJ, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Guo S, Ammer WA, Vitek M, Algood SD, Evaluation of Selected Electric Powered Wheelchairs Using the ANSI/RESNA Standards, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 85, No. 4, pp. 611-619, April 2004.

Fass MV, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Schmeler M, Boninger ML, Algood SD, Ammer WA, Rentschler AJ, Duncan J, Durability, Value, and Reliability of Selected Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 85, No. 5, pp. 805-814, May 2004.

Ohnabe H, Cooper RA, Trend of Wheelchairs, Journal of The Japan Society for Welfare Engineering, Vol. 6, No. 1 , pp. 7-13, May 2004

Fay BT, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Souza AL, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Manual Wheelchair Pushrim Dynamics in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 85, No. 6, pp. 935-942, June 2004.

Boninger ML, Impink B, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Relation Between Median and Ulnar Nerve Function and Wrist Kinematics During Wheelchair Propulsion, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 85, No. 7, pp. 1141-1145, July 2004.

Trefler E, Fitzgerald SG, Hobson DA, Bursick T, Joseph R, Outcomes of Wheelchair Systems Intervention with Residents of Long-Term Care Facilities, Assistive Technology, Vol. 16.1, pp. 18-27, Summer 2004.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher A, Preliminary Assessment of a Prototype Advanced Mobility Device in the Work Environment of Veterans of Spinal Cord Injury, Neurorehabilitation, Vol 19, No. 2, pp. 161-170, 2004.

Crane BA, Holm MB, Hobson D, Cooper RA, Reed MP, Stadelmeier S, Development of a Consumer-Driven Wheelchair Seating Discomfort Assessment Tool (WcS-DAT), International Journal of Rehabilitation Research, Vol. 27, No. 1, pp. 85-90, 2004.

Cooper RA, Bioengineering and Spinal Cord Injury: A Perspective on the State-of-the-Science, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine (APS 50th Anniversary Issue), Vol. 27, No. 4, pp. 351-364, 2004.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Guo S, Corfman TA, Analysis of Driving Backwards in an Electric-Powered Wheelchair, IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology, Vol. 12, No. 6, pp. 934-943, November 2004.

Chaves ES, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Fitzgerald SG, Gray D, Cooper RA, Assessing the Influence of Wheelchair Technology on Perception of Participation in Spinal Cord Injury, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (Model Systems Issue), Vol. 85, No. 11, pp. 1854-1858, November 2004.

Hunt PC, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Zafonte RD, Fitzgerald SG, Schmeler MR, Demographic and Socioeconomic Factor Associated with Disparity in Wheelchair Customizability Among People with Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (Model Systems Issue), Vol. 85, No. 11, pp. 1859-1864, November 2004.

Algood SD, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper R, Boninger ML, Impact of Pushrim-Activated Power-Assisted Wheelchair on the Metabolic Demands, Stroke Frequency, and Range of Motion Among Subjects with Tetraplegia, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (Model Systems Issue), Vol. 85, No. 11, pp. 1865-1871, November 2004.

Wolf EJ, Cooper RA, DiGiovine CP, Boninger ML, Guo S, Using the Absorbed Power Method to Evaluate Effectiveness of Vibration Absorption of Selected Seat Cushions During Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Medical Engineering and Physics, Vol. 26, No. 9, pp. 799-806, November 2004.

Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Thorman T, Cooper R, Guo S, Boninger ML, The GAME^CycleExercise System: A Comparison to Standard Ergometry, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 27, No. 5, pp. 453-459, 2004.

Cooper RA, Wolf EJ, Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher AR, Ammer WA, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Technical Perspective: Evaluation of Selected Sidewalk Pavement Surfaces for Vibration Experienced by Users of Manual and Powered Wheelchairs, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 27, No. 5, pp. 468-475, 2004.

Hubbard SL, Disability Studies and Health Care Curriculum: The Great Divide, Journal of Allied Health, pp. 184-188, Vol. 33, No. 3, 2004.

Cooper RA, Wolf E, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Ulerich R, Ammer WA, Seat and Footrest Accelerations in Manual Wheelchairs With and Without Suspension, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 84, No. 1, pp. 96-102, January 2003.

Wainner RS, Fritz JM, Irrgang JJ, Boninger ML, Delitto A, Allison S, Reliability and Diagnostic Accuracy of the Clinical Examination and Patient Self-Report Measures for Cervical Radiculopathy, Spine, Vol. 28, No. 1, pp. 52-62, January 2003.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Robertson RN, Baldini FD, Wheelchair Racing Efficiency, Disability and Rehabilitation, Vol. 25, Nos. 4-5, pp. 207-212, February 18-March 4, 2003.

Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Lin J, Cooper R, Dicianno B, Liu B, Investigating Neck Pain in Wheelchair Users, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 82, No. 3, pp. 197-202, March 2003.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Dobson A, Kessler J, Schmeler M, Fitzgerald SG, Technical Perspectives: Use of the Independence™ 3000 IBOT™ Transporter at Home and in the Community, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 26, No. 1, pp. 79-85, Spring 2003.

Nelson A, Ahmed S, Harrow J, Fitzgerald SG, Sanchez-Anguiano A, Gavin-Dreschnack D, Fall Related Fractures in Persons with Spinal Cord Impairment: A Descriptive Analysis, SCI Nursing, Vol. 20, No. 1, pp. 30-37, Spring 2003.

Longmuir PE, Freeland MG, Fitzgerald SG, Yamada DA, Axelson PW, Impact of Running Slope and Cross Slope on the Difficulty Level of Outdoor Pathways: A Comparison of Proposed Design Guidelines and User Perceptions, Environment and Behavior Journal, Vol. 35, No. 3, pp. 376-399, May 2003.

Corfman TA, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Fitzgerald SG, Range of Motion and Stroke Frequency Differences Between Manual Wheelchair Propulsion and Pushrim Activated Power Assisted Wheelchair Propulsion, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 26, No. 2, Summer 2003.

de Groot S, Veeger HEJ, Hollander AP, van der Woude LHV, Short-Term Adaptations in Co-Ordination During the Initial Phase of Learning Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, Vol. 13, No. 3, pp. 217-228, 2003.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Brienza DM, van Roosmalen L, Koontz AM, LoPresti E, Spaeth DM, Bertocci GE, Guo S, Buning ME, Schmeler M, Geyer MJ, Fitzgerald SG, Ding D, Pittsburgh Wheelchair and Seating Biomechanics Research Program, Journal of the Society of Biomechanisms, Vol. 27, No. 3, pp. 144-157, 2003.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Wolf EJ, Guo S, Whole-Body Vibration During Manual Wheelchair Propulsion with Selected Seat Cushions and Back Supports, IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering, Vol. 11, No. 3, pp. 311-322, September 2003.

Helkowski WM, Ditunno JF, Boninger ML, Autonomic Dysreflexia: Incidence in Persons With Neurologically Complete and Incomplete Tetraplegia, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 26, No. 3, pp. 244-247, Fall 2003.

Wagner AK, Boninger ML, Levy C, Chan L, Gater D, Kirby RL, Peer Review: Issues in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 82, No. 10, pp. 790-201, October 2003.

Rentschler AJ, Cooper RA, Blasch B, Boninger ML, Intelligent Walkers for the Elderly: Performance and Safety Testing of the VA-PAMAID Robotic Walker, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 40, No. 5, pp 423-432, September/October 2003.

van der Woude LHV, Formanoy M, de Groot S, Hand Rim Configuration: Effects on Physical Strain and Technique in Unimpaired Subjects, Medical Engineering and Physics, Vol. 25, No. 9, pp. 765-774, November 2003.

Boninger ML, Dicianno BE, Cooper RA, Towers JD, Koontz AM, Souza AL, Shoulder Magnetic Resonance Imaging Abnormalities, Wheelchair Propulsion, and Gender, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 84, No. 11, pp. 1615-1620, November 2003.

Corfman TA, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper R, Tips and Falls During Electric-Powered Wheelchair Driving: Effects of Seatbelt Use, Legrests, and Driving Speed, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 84, No. 12, pp. 1797-1802, December 2003.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, Wolf E, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Analysis of Whole-Body Vibration During Manual Wheelchair Propulsion: A Comparison of Seat Cushions and Back Supports for Individuals Without a Disability, Assistive Technology, Vol. 15.2, pp. 129-144, Winter 2003.

Guo S, Cooper RA, Corfman TA, Ding D, Grindle GG, Influence of Wheelchair Front Caster Wheel on Reverse Directional Stability, Assistive Technology, Vol. 15.2, pp. 98-104, Winter 2003.

Fitzgerald SG, Arva J, Cooper RA, Dvorznak MJ, Spaeth DM, Boninger ML, A Pilot Study on Community Usage of a Pushrim Activated Power Assist Wheelchair, Assistive Technology Journal, Vol. 15.2, pp. 113-119, Winter 2003.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Kaminski BA, Kanaly JR, Allegretti A, Chaves E, Hubbard S, Integrated Control and Related Technology of Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology, Vol. 15.2, pp. 89-97, Winter 2003.

Cooper RA, Corfman TA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Spaeth DM, Ammer W, Arva J, Performance Assessment of a Pushrim Activated Power Assisted Wheelchair Control System, IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology, Vol. 10, No. 1, pp.121-126, January 2002.

Mills T, Holm MB, Trefler E, Schmeler M, Fitzgerald S, Boninger M, Development and consumer validation of the Functional Evaluation in a Wheelchair (FEW) instrument. Disability and Rehabilitation, Vol. 24, No. 1/2/3, pp 38-46, January 1, 2002.

Cooper RA, Thorman T, Cooper R, Dvorznak MJ, Fitzgerald SG, Ammer W, Song-Feng G, Boninger ML, Driving Characteristics of Electric Powered Wheelchair Users: How Far, Fast, and Often do People Drive?, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 83, No. 2, pp. 250-255, February, 2002.

Boninger ML, Souza AL, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Koontz AM, Fay BT, Propulsion Patterns and Pushrim Biomechanics in Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 718-723, Vol. 83, No. 5, May 2002.

Souza AL, Shimada SD, Biomechanical Analysis of the Knee During the Powerclean, Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, pp. 290-297, Vol. 16, No. 2, May 2002

Fay B, Boninger ML, The Science Behind Mobility Devices for Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis, Medical Engineering and Physics, Vol. 24, No. 6, pp. 375-383, July 2002.

Souza AL, Shimada SD, Koontz AM, Ground Reaction Forces During the Power Clean, Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, pp. 423-427, Vol. 16, No. 3, August 2002.

Sachs-Ericsson N, Hansen NK, Fitzgerald S, Benefits of Assistance Dogs: A Review, Rehabilitation Psychology, Vol. 47, No. 3, pp. 251-277, August 2002.

Cooper RA, Nakahara A, Ster J, Cooper R, Design of an Internal Three Speed Hub for a Manual Wheelchair, Saudi Journal of Disability and Rehabilitation, Vol. 8, No. 3, pp. 143-147, July-September 2002.

Cooper RA, Spaeth DM, Jones DK, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Guo S, Technical Note: Comparison of Virtual and Real Electric Powered Wheelchair Driving Using a Position Sensing Joystick and an Isometric Joystick, Medical Engineering and Physics, Vol. 24, No. 10, pp. 703-708, December 2002.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Dynamic Calibration of Wheelchair Dynamometer, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 38, No. 1, pp. 41-55, January/February 2001.

Selzer F, Sutton-Tyrrell K, Fitzgerald SG, Tracy R, Kuller L, Manzi S, Vascular Stiffness in Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Hypertension, pp. 1075-1082, Vol. 37, No. 4, April 2001.

Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, An Autoregressive Modeling Approach to Analyzing Wheelchair Propulsion Forces, Medical Engineering and Physics, pp. 285-291, Vol. 23, No. 4, May 2001.

Dvorznak MJ, Cooper RA, O’Connor TJ, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Kinematic Comparison of Hybrid II Test Dummy to Wheelchair User, Medical Engineering and Physics, pp. 239-247, Vol. 23, No. 4, May 2001.

O’Connor TJ, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Thorman TA, Boninger ML, Does Computer Game Play Increase Metabolic Activity during Wheelchair Ergometry, Medical Engineering and Physics, pp. 267-273, Vol. 23, No. 4, May 2001.

Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Prins K, Rentschler AJ , Arva J, and O’Connor TJ, Evaluation of a Pushrim Activated Power Assisted Wheelchair, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 82, No. 1, pp. 702-708, May 2001.

Doft BH, Wisniewski SR, Kelsey SF, Fitzgerald SG and the Endophthalmitis Vitrectomy Study Group, Diabetes and Postoperative Endophthalmitis in the Endophthalmitis Vitrectomy Study, Archives of Ophthalmology, pp. 650-656, Vol. 119, May 2001.

Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Brienza DM, Shapcott N, Cooper R, Flood K, Telerehabilitation: Expanding Access to Rehabilitation Expertise, Proceedings of the IEEE, pp. 1174-1191, Vol. 89, No. 8, August 2001.

Boninger ML, Mobility in Multiple Sclerosis, Multiple Sclerosis Quarterly Report, Vol. 20, No. 3, pp. 8-11, Fall 2001.

Boninger ML, Chan L, Harvey R, Pine ZM, Helkowski W, Garrison CJ, Tran T, Levin H, Levy CE, Resident Research Education in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 80, No. 9, pp. 706-712, September 2001.

Shimada SD, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Comparison of Three Different Methods to Represent the Wrist during Wheelchair Propulsion, IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering, pp. 274-282, Vol. 9, No. 3, September 2001.

Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Rentschler AJ, Comparison of Fatigue Life for Three Types of Manual Wheelchairs, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 1484-1488, Vol. 82, No. 10, October 2001.

Cooper RA, Baldini FD, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Physiological Responses to Two Wheelchair Racing Exercise Protocols, Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair, Vol. 15, No. 3, pp. 191-195, 2001.

Arva J, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Mechanical Efficiency and User Power Requirement with a Pushrim Activated Power Assisted Wheelchair, Medical Engineering and Physics, Vol. 23, No. 10, pp. 699-705, December 2001.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Road Loads Acting on Manual Wheelchairs, IEEE Transactions on Rehabilitation Engineering, Vol. 8, No. 3, pp 371-384, 2000.

Wainner RS, Boninger ML, Balu G, Burdett, R, Helkowski W, Durkan Gauge and Carpal Compression Test: Accuracy and Diagnostic Test Properties, Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, Vol. 30, No. 11, pp. 676-682, 2000.

Cooper RA, Rentschler AJ, O’Connor TJ, Ster JF, Technical Note: Wheelchair Armrest Strength Testing, Assistive Technology, Vol. 12, No. 2, pp. 106-115, 2000.

O’Connor TJ, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Glass L, Evaluation of a Prototype Geared Pushrim Design: Comparison with Standard Manual Pushrim and Analysis of Wheelchair Users’ Physiological Data, Saudi Journal of Disability and Rehabilitation, Vol. 6, No. 2, pp. 114-120, 2000.

Cooper RA, Brienza DM, Master of Science in Rehabilitation Science and Technology at the University of Pittsburgh, Technology and Disability, Vol. 12, No. 2&3, pp. 107-117, 2000.

Corfman T, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald S, Arva J, Spaeth DM, Boninger ML, Excursion and Stroke Frequency Differences Between Manual Wheelchair Propulsion and Pushrim-Assisted Wheelchair Propulsion, IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, Vol. 19, No. 6, p. 60, 2000.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, DiGiovine MM, Boninger ML, and Robertson RN, Frequency Analysis of Kinematics of Racing Wheelchair Propulsion, IEEE Transactions in Rehabilitation Engineering, in press,Vol. 8, No. 3, pp 385-393, 2000.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Road Loads Acting on Manual Wheelchairs, IEEE Transactions on Rehabilitation Engineering, Vol. 8, No. 3, pp 371-384, 2000.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Encouraging Students with Disabilities to Pursue Careers in Bioengineering, IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, Vol. 19, No. 4, pp. 9-12, 2000.

Cooper RA, Jones DK, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald S, Albright SJ, Analysis of Position and Isometric Joysticks for Powered Wheelchair Driving, IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering, Vol. 47, No. 7, pp. 902-910, 2000.

Boninger ML, Baldwin M, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Chan L, Manual Wheelchair Pushrim Biomechanics and Axle Position, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 81, No. 5, pp. 608-613, 2000.

O’Connor TJ, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Dvorznak MJ, Boninger ML, Glass L, Evaluation of the GameWheels System for Video Game Play, Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair, Vol. 14, pp. 21-31, 2000.

DiGiovine MM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Lawrence BL, VanSickle DP, Rentschler AJ, User Assessment of Manual Wheelchair Ride Comfort and Ergonomics, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 81, No. 4, pp. 490-494, 2000.

Cooper RA, Widman LM, Jones DK, and Robertson RN, Force Sensing Control for Electric Powered Wheelchairs, IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology, Vol. 8, No. 1, pp. 112-117, 2000.

Wisniewski S, Capone A, Kelsey SF, Fitzgerald SG, Lambert M, Doft B,and the Endophthalmitis Vitrectomy Study, Characteristics after Cataract Extraction or Secondary Lens Implanation among Patients Screened for the Endophthalmitis Vitrectomy Study, Ophthalmology, pp. 1274-1282, Vol. 107, 2000.

Fitzgerald SG, McCarty D, Kwoh CK, Ramsey-Goldman R, Medsger T, Manzi S, The Lupus Foundation as an Additional Source for case Ascertainment: Developing a Community –Based Lupus Registry, Arthritis Care and Research, Vol. 13, No.3, pp. 137-140, June 2000.

Cooper RA, O’Connor TJ, Robertson RN, Langbein WE, Baldini F, An Investigation of the Exercise Capacity of the Wheelchair Sports USA Team, Assistive Technology, Vol. 11, pp. 34-42, 1999.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Shimada SD, Lawrence BM, Glenohumeral Joint Kinematics and Kinetics for Three Coordinate System Representations during Wheelchair Propulsion, American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Vol. 78, No. 5, pp. 435-446, 1999.

Ramsey-Goldman R, Dunn JE, Huang C-F, Dunlop D, Rairie J, Fitzgerald SG, Manzi S: Frequency of Fractures in Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Comparison with US Population Data, Arthritis Rheum, May 1999.

Cooper RA, Engineering Manual and Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Critical Reviews in Biomedical Engineering, Vol. 27, No. 1&2, pp. 27-74, 1999.

Cooper RA, DiGiovine CP, Rentschler AJ, Lawrence BM, Boninger ML, Fatigue Life of Two Manual Wheelchair Cross-Brace Designs, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 80, No. 9, pp. 1078-1081, 1999.

Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Baldwin MA, Shimada SD, Koontz A, Wheelchair Pushrim Kinetics: Weight and Median Nerve Function, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 80, No. 8, pp. 910-915, 1999.

Manzi S, Selzer F, Sutton-Tyrrell K, Fitzgerald SG, Rairie JE, Tracy RP, Kuller LH, Prevalence and Risk Factors of Carotid Plaque in Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Arthritis Rheum, January 1999.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Rentschler A, Evaluation of Selected Ultralight Manual Wheelchairs Using ANSI/RESNA Standards, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 80, No. 4, pp. 462-467, 1999.

Bertocci G, Cooper RA, Young T, Esteireiro J, Thomas C, Testing and Evaluation of Wheelchair Caster Assemblies Subjected to Dynamic Crash Loading, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 36, No.1, pp. 32-41, 1999.

Mao JJ, Oberheim M, Cooper RA, Tassick M, Stress Patterns of Craniofacial Bones upon Orthopedic Headgear Loading in Dry Human Skulls, Moyer’s Symposium Monograph, 1999.

Cooper RA, Quatrano LA, Stanhope SJ, Cavanaugh PR, Miller F, Kerrigan DC, Esquenazi A, Harris GF, Winters JM, Gait Analysis in Rehabilitation Medicine, American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Vol. 78, pp. 278-280, 1999.

Cooper RA, Building Research Capacity among People with Disabilities, Technology and Disability, vol.9, pp. 97-101, 1998.

Cooper RA, Dvorznak MJ, O'Connor TJ, Boninger ML, and Jones DJ, Braking Electric Powered Wheelchairs: Effect of Braking Method, Seatbelt, and Legrests, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 79, No. 10, pp. 1244-1249, 1998.

Boninger ML, Saur T, Trefler E, Hobson DA, Burdette R, Cooper RA, Postural Changes with Aging in Tetraplegia, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 79, pp. 1577-1581, 1998.

Shimada SD, Robertson RN, Boninger ML, and Cooper RA, Kinematic Characterization of Wheelchair Propulsion Stroke Patterns, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 35, No. 2, 210-218, 1998.

Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Shimada SD, and Rudy TE, Shoulder and Elbow Motion During Two Speeds of Wheelchair Propulsion: A Description Using a Local Coordinate System, Spinal Cord, Vol. 36, No. 6, pp. 418-426, 1998.

Cooper RA, Fletcher-Shaw TL, and Robertson RN, Model Reference Adaptive Control of Heart Rate During Wheelchair Ergometry, IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology, Vol. 6, No. 4, pp. 507-514, 1998.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Robertson RN, and Shimada SD, A Unified Method for Calculating Center of Pressure during Wheelchair Propulsion, Annals of Biomedical Engineering, Vol. 26, No. 2, pp. 328-336, 1998.

O'Connor TJ, Robertson RN, and Cooper RA, Three-Dimensional Kinematic Analysis of Racing Wheelchair Propulsion, Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, Vol. 15, No. 1, pp. 1-14, 1998.

Cooper RA, DiGiovine CP, Boninger ML, Shimada SD, and Robertson RN, Frequency Analysis of 3-Dimensional Pushrim Forces and Moments for Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Automedica, Vol. 16, pp. 355-365, 1998.

O’Connor TJ, DiGiovine MM, Cooper RA, DiGiovine CP, Boninger ML, Comparing a Prototype Geared Pushrim and Standard Manual Wheelchair Pushrim using Physiological Data, Saudi Journal of Disability & Rehabilitation, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 215-223, 1998

Stewart KJ, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, and Ster III JF, A Force Sensing Treadmill for Recording Ground Reaction Forces, Saudi Journal of Disability & Rehabilitation, Vol. 4, No. 2, pp. 99-105, 1998.

Spaeth DM, Jones DK, Cooper RA, Universal Control Interface for People with Disabilities, Saudi Journal of Disability & Rehabilitation, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 207-214, 1998.

Shimada SD, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Wrist Biomechanics during Wheelchair Propulsion, Saudi Journal of Disability & Rehabilitation, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 192-199, 1998.

Jones DK, Cooper RA, Electro-Mechanical Devices for Control of Powered Wheelchairs, Saudi Journal of Disability & Rehabilitation, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 200-206, 1998.

Tai CF, Liu D, Cooper RA, DiGiovine MM, Boninger ML, Analysis of Vibrations during Manual Wheelchair Use, Saudi Journal of Disability & Rehabilitation, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 186-191, 1998.

Whitman JD, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, An Automated Process to Aid in Wheelchair Selection, Saudi Journal of Disability & Rehabilitation, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 180-185, 1998.

Cooper RA, Awareness of Disability Culture in Research, Technology and Disability, Vol. 7, pp. 211-218, 1997.

Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Robertson RN and Shimada SD, 3-D Pushrim Forces During Two Speeds of Wheelchair Propulsion, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 76, No. 5, pp. 420-426, 1997.

Cooper RA, Gonzalez J, Lawrence B, Rentschler A, Boninger ML, and VanSickle DP, Performance of Selected Lightweight Wheelchairs on ANSI/RESNA Tests, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 78, No. 10, pp. 1138-1144, 1997.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, VanSickle DP, Robertson RN, and Shimada SD, Uncertainty Analysis of Wheelchair Propulsion Dynamics, IEEE Transaction on Rehabilitation Engineering, Vol. 5, No. 2, pp. 130-139, 1997.

Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, and Rudy TE, Wrist Biomechanics During Two Speeds of Wheelchair Propulsion: An Analysis Using A Local Coordinate System, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 78, No. 4, pp. 364-372, 1997.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, VanSickle DP and Boninger ML, Methods for Determining 3-Dimensional Wheelchair Pushrim Forces and Moments, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 34, No. 2, pp. 162-170, 1997.

Troy BS, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Gray T, An Analysis of Working Postures of Manual Wheelchair Users in the Office Environment, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 34, No. 2, pp. 151-161, 1997.

Boninger ML, and Leonard JA, Jr.: Use of Bivalved Ankle-Foot Orthosis in Neuropathic Foot and Ankle Lesions,- Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 33, No. 1, pp.16-23, February 1996.

Brienza DM, Cooper RA, and Brubaker CE, Wheelchairs and Seating, Current Opinion in Orthopedics, vol. 7, pp. 82-86, 1996.

Cooper RA, A Perspective on the Ultralight Wheelchair Revolution, Technology and Disability, Vol. 5, pp. 383-392, 1996.

Robertson RN, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, and Shimada S, Pushrim Forces and Joint Kinetics During Wheelchair Propulsion, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 77, pp. 856-864, 1996.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, Robertson, RN, and Boninger ML, Determination of Wheelchair Dynamic Load Data for Use with Finite Element Analysis, IEEE Transactions on Rehabilitation Engineering, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 161-170, 1996.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, VanSickle DP, Boninger ML and Shimada SD, Projection of the Point of Force Application onto the Palmar Surface of the Hand during Wheelchair Propulsion, IEEE Transactions on Rehabilitation Engineering, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 133-142, 1996.

Boninger ML, Robertson RN, Wolff M, and Cooper RA, Upper Limb Nerve Entrapments in Elite Wheelchair Racers, American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Vol. 75, pp. 170-176, 1996.

Cooper RA, Trefler E, Hobson DA, Wheelchairs and Seating: Issues and Practice, Technology and Disability, Vol. 5, pp. 3-16, 1996.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN and Baldini FD, Anthropometry and Push-Ring Diameter for Wheelchair Racing, JCRPO Journal, Vol. 2, No. 2, pp. 1-13, 1996.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Lawrence B, Heil T, Albright SJ, VanSickle DP and Gonzalez J, Life-Cycle Analysis of Depot versus Rehabilitation Manual Wheelchairs, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 33, No. 1, pp. 45-55, 1996.

Cooper RA, VanSickle DP, Robertson RN, Boninger ML and Ensminger G, A Method for Analyzing Center of Pressure During Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, IEEE Transactions on Rehabilitation Engineering, Vol. 3, No. 4, pp. 289-298, 1995.

Cooper RA, VanSickle DP, Albright SJ, Stewart KJ, Flannery M, and Robertson RN, Power Wheelchair Range Testing and Energy Consumption During Fatigue Testing, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 32, No. 3, pp. 255-263, 1995.

Cooper RA, Intelligent Control of Power Wheelchairs, IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, Vol. 15, No. 4, pp. 423-431, 1995.

Cooper RA, Forging a New Future: A Call for Integrating People with Disabilities into Rehabilitation Engineering, Technology and Disability, Vol. 4, pp. 81-85, 1995.

Cooper RA, Vosse A, Robertson RN, Boninger ML, An Interactive Computer System for Training Wheelchair Users, Journal of Biomedical Engineering - Applications, Basis & Communications, Vol. 7, No. 1, pp. 52-60, 1995.

Cooper RA, Stewart KJ, and VanSickle DP, Evaluation of Methods for Determining Rearward Static Stability of Manual Wheelchairs, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 31, No. 2, pp. 144-147, 1994.

Cooper RA, Brienza DM, Brubaker CE, Wheelchairs and Seating, Current Opinion in Orthopedics, Vol. 5, No. 6, pp. 101-107, 1994.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, VanSickle DP, Stewart KJ, and Albright S, Wheelchair Impact Response to ISO Test Pendulum and ISO Standard Curb, IEEE Transactions on Rehabilitation Engineering, Vol. 2, No. 4, pp. 240-246, 1994.

Cooper RA, Stability of a Wheelchair Controlled by a Human Pilot, IEEE Transactions on Rehabilitation Engineering, Vol. 1, No. 4, pp. 193-206, 1993.

Asato KT, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, and Ster JF, SMARTWheels: Development and Testing of a System for Measuring Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Dynamics, IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering, Vol. 40, No. 12, pp. 1320-1324, 1993.

Cooper RA, Baldini FD, Langbein WE, Robertson RN, Bennett P, and Monical S, Prediction of Pulmonary Function in Wheelchair Users, Paraplegia, Vol. 31, pp. 560-570, 1993.

Groer S, Fallon LF: Supplemental conditioning for dancers: preliminary findings. Medical Problems for Performing Arts 8(1): 25-28, 1993.

MacLeish MS, Cooper RA, Harralson J, and Ster JF, Design of a Composite Monocoque Frame Racing Wheelchair, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 30, No. 2, pp. 233-249, 1993.

Cleary MJ, Groer S, Inflight Decisions of Expert and Novice School Health Teachers, Journal of School Health, pp. 110-114, Vol. 64, No. 3, 1993.

Groer S, Fallon LF, Supplemental Conditioning for Dancers: Preliminary Findings, Medical Problems of Performing Artists, pp. 25-2, Vol. 8, No. 1, 1993.

Cooper RA, Horvath SM, Bedi JF, Drechsler-Parks DM, and Williams RE, Maximal Exercise Responses of Paraplegic Wheelchair Road Racers, Paraplegia, Vol. 30, pp. 573-581, 1992.

Cooper RA, and MacLeish MS, Racing Wheelchair Roll Stability While Performing Turning Maneuvers-A Simple Model, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol.29, No.2, pp. 23-30, 1992.

Cooper RA, The Contribution of Selected Anthropometric and Physiological Variables to 10K Performance-A Preliminary Study, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol.29, No.3, pp.29-34, 1992.

Cooper RA, and Bedi JF, An Analysis of Classification for Top Ten Finishers in Prominent Wheelchair Road Racers, Palaestra, Vol. 8, No. 4, pp. 36-41, 1992.

Watanabe KT, Cooper RA, Vosse AJ, Baldini FD, and Robertson RN, Training Practices of Athletes Who Participated in the National Wheelchair Athletic Association Training Camps, Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, Vol.9, No.3, pp. 249-260, 1992.

Cooper RA, System Identification of Human Performance Models, IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics, Vol.21, No.1, pp.244-252, 1991.

Cooper RA, High Tech Wheelchairs Gain the Competitive Edge, IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, Vol.10, No.4, pp. 49-55, 1991.

Cooper RA, A Force/Energy Optimization Model for Wheelchair Athletics, IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics, Vol.20, No.2, pp.444-449, 1990.

Cooper RA, A Systems Approach to the Modeling of Racing Wheelchair Propulsion, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol.27, No.2, pp.151-162, 1990.

Cooper RA, Wheelchair Racing Sports Science: A Review, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol.27, No.3, pp.295-312,1990.

Cooper RA, An Exploratory Study of Racing Wheelchair Propulsion Dynamics, Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, Vol.7(1), pp. 74-85, 1990.

Cooper RA, A New Racing Wheelchair Front Wheel Mounting Mechanism, Paleastra, Vol.7, No.1, pp.30-32,1990.

Cooper RA, An Arm-Powered Racing Bicycle, Journal of Assistive Technology, Vol.1, No.3, pp.71-74, 1989.

Cooper RA, An International Track Wheelchair with a Center of Gravity Directional Controller, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, vol.26, no.2, pp. 63-70, 1989.

Cooper RA, Racing Wheelchair Crown Compensation, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol.26, no.1, pp.25-32, 1989.

Cooper RA, Technical Note: Racing Wheelchair Rear Wheel Alignment, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol.26, no.1,pp.47-50, 1989.

Cooper RA, The Racing Wheelchair, SOMA Engineering for the Human Body, ASME, Vol.3, No.2, pp.28-34, 1989.

Cooper RA, A New Racing Wheelchair Rear Wheel Alignment Device, Paleastra, Fall, pp.8-9/30-31,1988.

Heiner CM, McClure L, Talmadge Z, Boninger ML, A Prototype Web Site for Clinical Education: Implementation of Guidelines for Preventing Upper Limb Pain in People with Spinal Cord Injury, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Tang J, Dicianno BE, Cooper RA, Acute Mountain Sickness in Disability and Adaptive Sports: Pilot Data from 2007 and 2008, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Hong E, Pearlman J, Salatin B, Wang H, Liu H, Cooper RA, Hargroder T, Design Changes of a Lightweight, Durable, Adjustable Composite Backrest Mounting, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Beyene NM, Cooper RA, Steinfeld A, Driving Status and the Inner Drive for Community Mobility: A Survey among People with Disabilities and Senior Citizens from Support Groups in New Delhi, India, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Toosi KK, Impink BG, Collinger JL, Yang J, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Investigation of Relationship between Wrist Kinematics and Median Nerve Health in Paraplegic Manual Wheelchair Users at Two Time-points, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Molinero A, Collins DM, Teodorski E, Cooper RA, Pearlman J, Karmarkar A Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Over Cross-Sloped Surfaces With Varying Characteristics and Users’ Perceptions of Difficulty, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

McClure L, Boninger ML, Oyster M, Lieberman JM, Prevalence and Impact of Wheelchair Breakdowns on Fulltime Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Sporner M, Grindle GG, Cooper RA, Kelleher AR, Teodorski E, Quantification of Activity during Wheelchair Basketball at the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Grindle GG, Sporner M, Cooper RA, Kelleher AR, Teodorski E, Cooper RM, Quantification of Activity during Wheelchair Rugby at the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Wang H, Salatin B, Grindle GG, Ding D, Cooper RA, Real-time Slip Detection and Traction Control of Electrical Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Wang H, Liu H, Connor S, Cooper RA, Relationship Between Wheelchair Durability and Wheelchair Types and Test Years, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Jefferds A, Beyene NM, Upadhyay N, Shoker P, Pearlman J, Cooper RA, User Satisfaction and Wheelchair Skills in India: A Pilot Study, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Karmarkar A, Collins DM, Cooper RA, Classifying Power-Wheelchair Mobility Patterns in Older Adults, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Karmarkar A, Collins DM, Cooper RA, Development of a Wheelchair Assessment Checklist: A Preliminary Psychometric Analyses, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Worobey L, Koontz AM, Rice I, Collinger JL, Boninger ML, A Comparison Between Overground and Dynamometer Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Liu H, Pearlman J, Hong E, Salatin B, Wang H, Cooper RM, Cooper RA, Comparison of Durability and Cost Effectiveness Between Aluminum and Titanium Ultralight Rigid Frame Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Bermudez MJ, Lopresti EF, Mostowy C, Sharma V, Design, Development, and Evaluation of a Drop-off Detection System for Robotic Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Souza A, Teodorski E, Sporner M, Cooper RA, Effects of Cross Slopes on the Mobility of Manual Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Brindle E, Koontz AM, Kankipati P, Feathers D, Factors that Effect the Drivability of Power Wheelchairs and Scooters, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Kankipati P, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Lin YS, Hand and Shoulder Joint Kinetic Analysis of Three Types of Lateral Wheelchair Transfers, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Olson J, Cooper RA,1 Kelleher AR, Boninger DS, McCartney M, In-Lab Testing of the Endeavor Forward Folding Wheelchair, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Brindle E, Gagnon D, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Is Upper Limb Muscular Demand Different Between Wheelchair Transfers from the Preferred versus Non-Preferred Side?, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Mahajan H, Waaser R, Dicianno BE, Cooper RA, Isometric Joystick Performance and Error Correction During Computer Access Tasks, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Spaeth DM, Mahajan H, Software to Enhance Computer Access, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Timcho E, Collinger JL, Rice I, Koontz AM, Effects of Surface and Speed on Biomechanics Variables During Steady-State Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Kardam S, Cooper RM, Dicianno BE, Cooper RA, Quality Measure in Service Delivery of Mobility Devices, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Salatin B, Wang H, Grindle GG, Ding D, Cooper RA, Electric Powered Wheelchair Driving Strategies Over Difficult Outdoor Terrain: A Focus Group Study, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Jefferds A, Ross N, An On-the-Fly Adjustable Crutch, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Harvey B, Gibbs J, Keitzer R, O'Toole D, Design of a Novel Rugby Wheelchair Using Large Diameter Thin Wall Tubing, Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Chhabra HS, Jefferds A, Nagai I, Designing Medical Product for Developing Countries: An Effective, Low-Cost Tool for Gathering and Interpreting the Mobility Needs of Wheelchair Users in India, ASME International Design and Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, San Diego, CA, August 30-September 2, 2009.

Wang W, Degenhart A, Collinger J, Vinjamuri R, Sudre G, Adelson PD, Holder D, Leuthard E, Moran D, Boninger ML, Schwartz A, Crammond D, Tyler-Kabara E, Weber D, Human Motor Cortical Activity Recorded with Micro ECoG Electrodes During Individual Finger Movements, IEEE-EMBS International Conference, Minneapolis, MN, September 2-6, 2009.

Vinjamuri R, Weber D, Degenhart A, Collinger J, Sudre G, Adelson PD, Holder D, Boninger ML, Schwartz A, Crammond D, Tyler-Kabara E, Wang W, A Fuzzy Logic Model for Hand Posture Control Using Human Cortical Activity Recorded by Micro ECoG Electrodes, IEEE-EMBS International Conference, Minneapolis, MN, September 2-6, 2009.

Hiremath S, Ding D, Evaluation of Activity Monitors to Estimate Energy Expenditure in Manual Wheelchair Users, IEEE-EMBS International Conference, Minneapolis, MN, September 2-6, 2009.

Dicianno BE, Winful C, Cooper RA, Spaeth DM, Mahajan H, Isometric Joystick Control Interfaces for Individuals with Spastic Cerebral Palsy, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Anaheim, CA, February 19-23, 2008, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. S2, Vol. 87, No. 3 (Supplement), March 2008.

Leath J, Yang J, Boninger ML, Nerve Conduction Study Findings in Manual Wheelchair Users with Spinal Cord Injury, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Anaheim, CA, February 19-23, 2008, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. S2-3, Vol. 87, No. 3 (Supplement), March 2008.

Cooper RA, Assistive Technologies Forward, Proceedings of the IASTED International Conference on Assistive Technologies, Baltimore, MD, April 16-18, 2008.

Salatin B, Grindle GG, Wang H, Cooper RA, The Design of a Smart Controller for Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the IASTED International Conference on Assistive Technologies, pp. 133-138, Baltimore, MD, April 16-18, 2008.

Coyle E, Collins EG, DuPont E, Ding D, Wang H, Cooper RA, Grindle GG, Vibration-Based Terrain Classification for Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the IASTED International Conference on Assistive Technologies, pp. 139-144, Baltimore, MD, April 16-18, 2008.

Olds KC, Sibenaller S, Cooper RA, Ding D, Riviere C, Modeling and Filtering Athetoid Movement for Assistive Computer Interfaces, Proceedings of the IASTED International Conference on Assistive Technologies, pp. 123-128, Baltimore, MD, April 16-18, 2008.

Olds KC, Sibenaller S, Cooper RA, Ding D, Riviere C, Target Prediction for Icon Clicking by Athetoid Persons, IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation, Pasedena, CA, May 19-23, 2008.

Hong E, Cooper RA, Olson J, Puhlman J, Boninger ML, Design Changes of a Pediatric, Adjustable, Lightweight, Modular Wheelchair, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Markovitz C, Olson J, Puhlman J, Development of a Carbon Fiber Handcycle Using DuraForm® Polyamide Plastic, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Jefferds A, Pearlman J, Cooper RA, An Optimization Procedure to Maximize the Stability of a New Power Wheelchair, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Souza A, Ding D, Cooper RM, Cooper RA, Kelleher AR, Boninger ML, Impact and Usage of Pushrim Activated Power Assist Wheelchair Among Individuals with Tetraplegia, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Brewer B, Pradhan S, Carvell GE, Sparto P, Josbeno D, Delitto A, Application of Machine Learning to the Development of a Quantitative Clinical Biomarker for the Progression of Parkinson’s Disease, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Kankipati P, Koontz AM, Turkovich M, Shoulder Joint Loading for Three Types of Lateral Wheelchair Transfers, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Salatin B, Wang H, Grindle GG, Cooper RA, Quantifying Forward Tipping Characteristics of a Front Wheel Drive Electric Powered Wheelchair, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Kimmich C, Sibenaller S, Dicianno BE, Joystick Use for Virtual Power Wheelchair Driving in Individuals with Tremor, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Crawford K, Cowan R, Gaines A, Dicianno BE, Variables Affecting Mobility among Ambulators, Manual Wheelchair Users, and Power Wheelchair Users with Spina Bifida, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Hiremath S, Ding D, Koontz AM, Estimating Temporal Parameters of Wheelchair Propulsion based on Hand Acceleration, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Jefferds A, Vidhani J, Upadhyay N, Design And Testing Of A Low Cost, Single Motor Propelled Electric Powered Wheelchair For India (SIMPL-EPW), Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Koontz AM, Ding D, Hershberger M, Cooper RA, A Model Undergraduate Research Program in Rehabilitation Engineering, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Karmarkar A, Collins DM, Tolerico M, Cooper RA, Monitoring Wheelchair-Related Physical Activities in Older Adults in Nursing Care Facilities, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Kelleher AR, Cooper RA, Chaves ES, Tolerico M, Cooper RM, Monitoring Community Participation in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Gangon D, Collinger JL, Impink BG, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Reliability of Quantitative Ultrasound Measures of the Biceps Tendon: A Preliminary Study Among Non-Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Gangon D, Boninger ML, Collinger JL, Impink BG, Koontz AM, Do Stroke Characteristics Change During a High-Intensity 12-minutes Corridor Wheelchair Propulsion Test in Experienced Manual Wheelchair Users?, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Spaeth DM, Betz K, The Segway as a Mobility Aid, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Cabassa-Miranda E, Lopresti EF, Mostowy C, Sharma V, Development and Testing of a New Drop-Off Detection System for Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Mahajan H, Dicianno BE, Gordon AT, Cooper RA, Wang H, Sibenaller S, A Control Algorithm to Improve Target Tracking in Individuals with and without Cerebral Palsy, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Wang H, Koontz AM, Collinger JL, Boninger ML, Influence of Gripping Moments during Wheelchair Propulsion on Natural Surfaces, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Olson J, Simpson R, Evaluation of a Novel Power Wheelchair Joint Position Control Interface, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Vazquez JJ, Ding D, Cooper RA, Preliminary Design of an Activity TeleMonitor for Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Sibenaller S, Ding D, Dicianno BE, Cooper RA, Riviere C, Kinematic Characteristics of Athetoid Movement During Target Acquisition, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Kim JB, Smith P, Survey Study to Develop a Wheelchair-Worn Computing and Health-Monitoring System, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Kirby RL, McAllister M, Curley J, Smith C, MacLeod D, Parker K, Boninger ML, Wheelchair Skills Test: Development, Implementation and Pilot Evaluation of a Web-Based Tester-Training Tool, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Collins DM, Scherer M, de Jonge D, Karmarkar A, Harris F, Cooper RA, Consumers Perspectives on Assistive Technology: Simplicity, Function, Appearance and Cost, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Ambur V, Ding D, Smailagic A, Siewiorek D, French B, Koontz AM, Accelerometry-Based Classification of Wheelchair Propulsion Patterns Using Machine Learning Techniques, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Turkovich M, Koontz AM, Cowan R, Rice I, Boninger ML, The Effect of Shoulder Position on Pushrim Forces during Overground Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Pearlman JL, Cooper RA, Improving Assistive Technology with Participatory Design Methods, International Conference on Mechanics in Medicine and Biology, Pittsburgh, PA, July 23-25, 2008.

Koontz AM, Kankipati P, Cooper RA, A Custom Measurement System for Investigating Wheelchair Transfer Biomechanics, International Conference on Mechanics in Medicine and Biology, Pittsburgh, PA, July 23-25, 2008.

Cooper RA, Pearlman J, Chhabra HS, Cooper RM, Collaborative Training & Research in Assistive Technology: University of Pittsburgh and Indian Spinal Cord Injuries Centre as a Model, International Spinal Cord Injury (ISCoS) Annual Scientific Meeting and 3 Day Workshop on Spinal Cord Injury Management, Durban, South Africa, September 1-4, 2008.

Cooper RA, Cooper RM, Typology of Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings from the Garches Foundation Conference, "The Wheelchair", pp. 99-109, Paris, France, November 20-21, 2008.

Ohnabe H, Cooper RA, Collins DM, Master of Science in Health and Rehabilitation Science with a Concentration in Prosthetics and Orthotics, Proceedings of the 24th Scientific Meeting of the Japanese Society of Prosthetics and Orthotics, pp. 212-213, Vol. 24, 2008.

Ohnabe H, Agarie Y, Kasuya S, Otsuka H, Report of the 23rd Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology in Niigata 2008 (23rd JCAART 2008), Proceedings of the 2nd Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of Korea Conference, pp. 91-92, November 6-7, 2008.

Olde B, Koontz AM, Yarnall M, Upper Limb Kinematics During a Wheelchair Transfer of Persons with Tetraplegia, National Technical and Career Conference, January 10-13, 2007.

Jefferds A, A Power Wheelchair Appropriate for India, "Pitt Day in Harrisburg", Harrisburg, PA, February 13, 2007.

Yang J, Boninger ML, Dyson-Hudson TA, Price R, Impink BG, Cowan R, Wheelchair Use, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury Who Use Manual Wheelchairs, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, San Juan, Puerto Rico, April 10-14, 2007, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 325-326, Vol. 86, No. 4, April 2007.

Franklin AJ, Dicianno BE, Cooper RA, Pasquina PF, Fitzgerald SG, Winful CR, Athlete Participation in Adaptive Sports: Benefits of the National Veterans Sports Clinic, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, San Juan, Puerto Rico, April 10-14, 2007, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. S145-S146, Vol. 86, No. 4 (Supplement), April 2007.

Gaines A, Dicianno BE, Collins DM, Wheelchair Use, Social Integration, and Mobility Among Adults with Spina Bifida, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, San Juan, Puerto Rico, April 10-14, 2007, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 331-332, Vol. 86, No. 4, April 2007.

Pearlman J, Seating and Mobility Issues in Developing Countries: Current Issues and Progress, European Seating Symposium, Dublin, Ireland, May 2-4, 2007.

Mercer JL, Boninger ML, Impink BG, Fulleron B, Quantitative Ultrasound of the Biceps Tendon in Wheelchair Users and Non-Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Ferretti ES, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Cooper RM, Fitzgerald SG, Gray D, The Effects of Social and Physical Barriers on Community Participation of Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Grindle GG, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Tolerico M, Real World Validation of the Caster Data Logger and Pilot Measurements of Power Wheelchair Usage During and After the National Veterans’ Wheelchair Games, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Pearlman J, Jefferds A, Nagai I, Chhabra HS, Cooper RA, Designing Assistive Technology For Less-Resourced Environments: An Online Method to Gage Accessibility Barriers and Collect Design Advice, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Authier E, Fitzgerald SG, Mishey E, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, The Impact of the Combining Video Gaming with Arm Ergometry on Exercise Behavior and Performance, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Olson J, Cooper RA, Puhlman J, McCartney M, Connor S, Ster J, Iterative Design and Development of an Adjustable Folding Wheelchair for Completion of ANSI-RESNA Standards, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Mahajan H, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Preliminary Analysis Of Wheelchair Driving Performance In A 2D Virtual Environment, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Zipfel E, Cooper RA, Boninger DS, Pearlman J, McCartney M, Product Development of a Pediatric Wheelchair, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Brown K, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, The Variable Compliance Joystick: To Flex or Not to Flex, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, CD-ROM, Phoenix, AZ, June 15-19, 2007.

Sporner ML, Fitzgerald SG, Reinsfelder A, Collins DM, Milan RW, Psychosocial Impact for Individuals with Disabilities: Do Services Dogs Help?, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Liu H, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Pearlman J, Connor S, Souza AL, Evaluation of Titanuim Wheelchairs Using the ANSI/RESNA Standards, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Liu H, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Connor S, Evaluation of the Durability of Selected Pushrim-Activated Power-Assist Wheelchairs Using the ANSI/RESNA Standards, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Mishey E, Fitzgerald SG, Authier E, Cooper RA, Boninger DS, The GAMECycle Exercise System: Feature Improvement, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Hong E, Collins DM, Karmarkar A, Cooper RA, Differences in Wheelchair Satisfaction of Veterans by Body Mass Index, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Kankipati P, Koontz AM, Yarnell M, Shoulder Joint Forces during Lateral and Overhead Wheelchair Transfers, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Sibenaller S, Ding D, Dicianno BE, Cooper RA, Development of Customizable Algorithms for an Isometric Joystick for Individuals with Dystonia and Chorea, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Battles JA, Karmarkar A, Collins DM, Pasquina P, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Prostheses or Wheelchairs: Factors Determining Selection of Primary Mobility Device for Individuals with Lower Extremity Amputations, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Roche B, Koontz AM, Yarnell M, Mercer JL, Cowan R, Boninger ML, Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Patterns on Natural Surfaces, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Winful C, Dicianno BE, Cooper RA, Spaeth DM, Mahajan H, Joystick Use for Virtual Electric Power Wheelchair Driving in Individuals with Spastic Cerebral Palsy, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Karmarkar A, Collins DM, Pasquina P, Wichman T, Fitzgerald SG, Dicianno BE, Cooper RA, , Functional Performance and Satisfaction Related to Prostheses Use in Veterans with Lower Extremity Amputation (LEA), Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Donahue ML, Wolf EJ, Cooper RA, The Adaptation and Calibration of the SMARTHUB for Measuring Ground Reaction Forces on Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Brown K, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Personalized Controls for People with Multiple Sclerosis: What Helps the Most, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Jefferds A, Pearlman J, Cooper RA, A Questionnaire to Research India’s Capacity for a Power Wheelchair, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Marchuk N, Ding D, Gaukrodger S, Development of a Virtual Platform for Assessment and Training of Power Wheelchair Driving, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Ding D, Liester E, Cooper RM, Kelleher AR, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Power Seat Feature Usage among Wheelchair Users in Community Living Conditions, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Koontz AM, Yarnell M, Price R, Olde B, Sisto SA, Boninger ML, Lateral Transfer Movement Strategies among Persons with Paraplegia, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Kelleher AR, Tolerico M, Fitzgerald SG, Teodorksi E, Boninger ML, Boninger DS, The Natural Fit Handrim: Evaluation of Alternative Size Options, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Kwarciak AM, Sisto SA, Komaroff E, Yarossi M, Boninger ML, Proposal to Standardize and Redefine the Phases of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

Wang H, Grindle GG, Connor S, Cooper RA, An Experimental Method for Measuring the Moment of Inertia of an Electric Power Wheelchair, International Conference of the IEEE-EMBS, Lyon, France, August 23-26, 2007.

Cooper RA, Ding D, Grindle GG, Wang H, Personal Mobility and Manipulation Using Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Advanced Control, International Conference of the IEEE-EMBS, Lyon, France, August 23-26, 2007.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Cooper RM, Kelleher AR, Monitoring Seat Feature Usage Among Wheelchair Users, International Conference of the IEEE-EMBS, Lyon, France, August 23-26, 2007.

Ding D, Parmanto B, Karimi H, Roongpiboonsopit D, Pramana G, Conahan T, Kasemsuppakorn P, Design Considerations for a Personalized Wheelchair Navigation System, International Conference of the IEEE-EMBS, Lyon, France, August 23-26, 2007.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Pearlman J, Incorporating Participatory Action Design into Research and Education, International Conference on Electrical Engineering, Coimbra, Portugal, September 3-7, 2007.

McGee JB, Boninger ML, Kant P, Personal Student-Mentor Websites to Support a New Scholarly Project Requirement, Graylyn Conference on Technology Innovation in Medical Education, Winston-Salem, NC, September 9-12, 2007.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, The Potential of Technology to Improve Quality of Life, 9th European Conference for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe, October 3-5, 2007.

Ohnabe H, Cooper RA, Collins DM, Seelman KD, van Roosmalen L, Relationship Between Quality of Life (QOL), ICF Model, Universal Design, Orphan Technology, and Rehabilitation Engineering, Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of Korea Conference, Busan, Korea, October 26, 2007.

Hubbard S, Fitzgerald SG, Reker D, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Kazis LE, Health Related Quality of Life and Quality of Wheelchair, International Conference on Aging, Disability, and Independence, St. Petersburg, FL, February 2-4, 2006.

Cooper RA, Technology to Promote Quality of Life for People - Does it Need to be Adapted to Local Conditions?, International Spine and Spinal Injuries Conference, New Delhi, India, March 3-5, 2006.

McCann T, Boninger ML, Fullerton B, Impink BG, Correlation of Ultrasound Abnormalities and Shoulder Pain in the Manual Wheelchair User, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Daytona Beach, FL, March 1-4, 2006, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 248-249, Vol. 85, No. 3, March 2006.

Modjoros M, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, The Role of Marriage and Children on Social Participation and Depression in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Daytona Beach, FL, March 1-4, 2006, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 247-248, Vol. 85, No. 3, March 2006.

Wolf EJ, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Evaluation of Powered Wheelchairs with Suspension and Exposure to Whole Body Vibration, 1^st American Conference on Human Vibration, Morgantown, VW, June 5-7, 2006.

Mercer JL, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Relationship of Shoulder Pathology and Shoulder Kinetics During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Chaves ES, Cooper RA, Community Participation Assessment of Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Collins DM, Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher AR, Teodorski E, Cooper RA, Access to Higher Quality Wheelchairs by Race and Gender, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Cooper RM, Cooper RA, Innovative Rehabilitation Technologies Emerging from Japan, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Dvorznak MJ, Cooper RA, Identification of Key Parameters in Electric Powered Wheelchair Tip and Fall Accidents: A First Step, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Brown K, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Characterization of a Position Sensing Joystick, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Authier E, Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher AR, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, The GameCycle Exercise System Phase II: Training Phase, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Leister E, Ding D, Cooper RM, Kelleher AR, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Effectiveness and Use of Tilt and Recline Power Wheelchairs: Preliminary Data Analysis, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Zipfel E, Cooper RA, Boninger DS, McCartney M, Testing and Evaluation of a Prototype Pediatric Wheelchair Design, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Teodorski E, Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher AR, Cooper RA, Expansion of the Wheelchair Users Registry - Triumphs and Tribulations, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Mahajan H, Spaeth DM, Bevly A, Ding D, Cooper RA, A Wheelchair Driving Simulation For People With Low Visual Attention Span, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Souza A, Ding D, Cooper RM, Cooper RA, Kelleher AR, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Usage of Pushrim Activated Power Assist Wheelchairs Among People with Tetraplegia, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Zipfel E, McCartney M, Puhlman J, Stegall NA, Power Wheelchair Design Appropriate for the Physical, Cultural, Technological, and Economic Conditions in India, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Spaeth DM, Brown K, Cooper RA, Using Miniature Data Loggers to Characterize Electric Powered Wheelchair Performance, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Tolerico M, Ding D, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RM, Kelleher AR, Spaeth DM, Boninger ML, Assessing the Activity Levels of Manual Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Wasserman E, Wireless Monitoring of Power Wheelchairs and Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Zipfel E, Verkaaik J, Gaukrodger S, King M, Design and Development of an Upper Limb Exerciser & Game Controller,Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Measurement of Activity Patterns Among Wheelchair Users via GPS and Wheel Rotation Logging Devices, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, iCD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Koontz AM, Yang Y, Triolo R, Mercer JL, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Surface Electrical Stimulation of Trunk Musculature During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Cowan R, Boninger ML, Boninger R, Clinically Relevant Propulsion Evaluation: Towards Normative Values, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Wolf EJ, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Whole-Body Vibration in Electric Powered Wheelchairs with Suspension, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Grindle GG, Guo S, Cooper RA, Fabrication and Feasability Testing of a Concept Caster Data Logger for Electric Powered Wheelchair Usage, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Olson J, Cooper RA, Langdon M, Puhlman J, McCartney M, Design and Development of a Carbon Fiber Handcycle, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Milan RW, Fitzgerald SG, Collins DM, Reinsfelder A, Sporner M, Furry Helpers with “Fuzzy Logic", Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Kelleher AR, Fitzgerald SG, Tolerico M, Cooper RA, Recording Manual Wheelchair Usage Patterns in Community Settings: A Pilot Study, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Impink BG, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Walker H, Ultrasonographic Median Nerve Changes After a Wheelchair Sporting Event, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Yarnall M, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Upper Body Kinematic Analysis of Four Types of Lateral Wheelchair Transfers, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Karmarkar A, Cooper RA, Connor S, Collins DM, Comparative Analysis of Speed, Acceleration and Breaking Effectiveness of Pushrim-Activated, Power-Assisted Wheelchairs (PAPAW) Using ANSI/RESNA Standards, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Dicianno BE, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Brown K, Advancements in Power Wheelchair Joystick Technology: Average and Excess Force Exertion on Isometric and Motion Sensing Joysticks, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 22-26, 2006.

Sisto SA, Yarossi M, Forrest G, Dyson-Hudson T, Kwarciak AM, Boninger ML, Cole J, Kirshblum S, Shoulder Biomechanics of Pushrim Impact During Wheelchair Propulsion in Tetraplegia: A Case Report, International Shoulder Group Conference, Chicago, IL, October 9-10, 2006.

Karmarkar A, Collins DM, Rhoads CC, Cooper RA, Participation and Safety Related to Manual Wheelchair Use in Veterans in an Extended Care Facility, University of Pittsburgh Institute on Aging Conference: Celebrating Research on Aging-Building Collaborations for the Future, Pittsburgh, PA, October 17, 2006.

Wolf EJ, Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher AR, Collins DM, Boninger ML, Cooper RM, Smith DR, Vibration Exposure of Individuals Using Wheelchairs Over Concrete Paver Surfaces, 8th International Conference on Concrete Block Paving, San Francisco, CA, November 6-8, 2006.

Pearlman J, Wheelchair Provision in Developing Countries, Consensus Conference on Wheelchairs in Developing Countries, Bangalore, India, November 6-11, 2006.

Pearlman J, Role of Users in Research and Design, Consensus Conference on Wheelchairs in Developing Countries, Bangalore, India, November 6-11, 2006.

Pearlman J, Review of Literature on Wheelchairs for Developing Countries, Consensus Conference on Wheelchairs in Developing Countries, Bangalore, India, November 6-11, 2006.

Cooper RA, Transportation and Mobility: Across the Lifespan, NIH Physical Disabilities Through the Lifespan Conference, Bethesda, MD, July 21-22, 2003, published in Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair (Supplement), Vol. 19, No. 1, pp. 39s-40s, March 2005.

Khalaf TM, Boninger ML, Impink BG, Malkiewicz AJ, Cooper RA, Ultrasonographic Changes to the Biceps Tendon Related to Exercise, 51^st Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Tucson AZ, February 22-26, 2005, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 84, No. 3, pp. 201-202, March 2005.

Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Cooper R, Zipfel E, McCartney M, A Demonstration of the ‘Manufacturing Model’ Of Transferring Wheelchair Technology To Developing Countries, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Puhlman J, Developing a Wheelchair Joystick with Adjustable Compliance, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta , GA , CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Martin SG, Fitzgerald SG, Collins DM, Reinsfelder A, Kelleher AR, Effects of Assistance Dogs on Assistive Device Use, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Authier E, Guo S, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Mechanical Refinement of the GameCycle Exercise System, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Ding D, Guo S, Hayashi S, LoPresti E, Simpson R, Cooper RA, Software Design of the Smart Power Assistance Module for Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta , GA , CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Tolerico M, Ding D, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper R, Kelleher AR, Spaeth DM, Boninger ML, Usage Characteristics of Ultralight Wheelchair Users: During and Post the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Furui T, Boninger ML, Hunt PC, Fitzgerald SG, Rice I, Effect of Transition from Walking to a Wheelchair on Participation in Spinal Cord Injury, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

McNeal A, Cooper RA, Pearlman J, Critical Factors For Wheelchair Technology Transfers To Developing Countries – Materials and Design Constraints, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Zipfel E, Cooper RA, Pearlman J, McCartney M, Puhlman J, Design and Development of a New Tilt-in-Space Pediatric Wheelchair, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Cooper R, Cooper RA, Puhlman J, Groll J, Design and Development of a Retrofit Bicycle Seat Adapter, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta , GA , CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Kanaly J, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Start-Up Propulsion Biomechanics Using a Prototype Ergonomic Pushrim, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Collins DM, Fitzgerald SG, Martin SG, Reinsfelder A, Milan R, Sachs-Ericsson N, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Wheelchair Service Dogs, Demographic Characteristics, and Social Participation: Who Benefits Most?, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Yarnall M, Koontz AM, Yang Y, Price R, Boninger ML, Wrist Range of Motion During Lateral Transfers Among Persons with Paraplegia, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Mercer JL, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Pearlman J, Boninger D, Cooper RA, Effect of Weight on Wheelchair Propulsion Over Various Surfaces, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Zipfel E, Cooper RA, Authier E, LoPresti E, Puhlman J, Simpson R, Wyszomierski S, A Novel Sensor Housing Design for the Smart Power Assistance Module (SPAM), Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Cowan R, Boninger ML, Mercer JL, Pearlman J, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Factors Affecting Start-Up Propulsion Forces, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta , GA , CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Koontz AM, Yang Y, Price R, Sisto SA, Cooper RA, DiGiovine CP, Boninger ML, Multi-site Comparison of Wheelchair Propulsion in Persons with Paraplegia, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta , GA , CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Reinsfelder A, Fitzgerald SG, Collins DM, Martin SG, Barks vs. Bytes (and Other Assistive Technology), Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Kaminski BA, Cooper RA, Hoover A, Cooper R, Ding D, Spaeth DM, Activity and Usage Characteristics of Children Who Use Electric Powered and Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta , GA , CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Rice I, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Characteristics of the Manual Wheelchair Propulsive Stroke Under Fatigue Conditions, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta , GA , CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Bevly A, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Determining Head Position to Assist Electric-Powered Wheelchair Operation for Persons with Traumatic Brain Injury, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Karnawat J, Cooper R, Boninger ML, Economical (K0010) Power Wheelchairs Have Poor Reliability and Important Safety Problems: An ANSI/RESNA Wheelchair Standards Comparison Study., Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Impink BG, Boninger ML, Yang Y, Cooper RA, The Effect of Assumed Point of Force Application on the Calculation of Hand Moments During Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Leister L, Ding D, Cooper R, Kelleher AR , Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Effectiveness and Use of Tilt-in-Space and Recline Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta , GA , CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Chaves ES, Cooper R, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Fitzgerald SG, Gray, D, The Influence of Wheelchair Service Delivery on Community Participation Satisfaction in Individuals with a Spinal Cord Injury, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-26, 2005.

Grindle GG, Cooper RA, Guo S, Investigation of Electric Powered Wheelchair Safety During Contact with Vehicle Lift Barriers, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Wolf EJ, Cooper RA, Pearlman J, Collins DM, Kelleher AR , Longitudinal Assessment of Vibrations During Electric Powered Wheelchair Propulsion Over Selected Sidewalk Surfaces, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta , GA , CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Authier E, Wyszomierski S, Zipfel E, Puhlman J, Guo S, Cooper RA, LoPresti E, Simpson R, Smart Power Assistance Module Mechanical Hardware Suitable for User Testing, Proceedings of the 28th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, CD-ROM, June 25-27, 2005.

Cooper RA, RESNA: State-of-the Society and the Future of Rehabilitation Engineering, Proceedings of the 20^th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA), Saga City, Japan, September 2005.

Cooper RA, Pearlman J, Cooper RM, Symposium on Wheelchairs and Seating, Proceedings of the 20^th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA), Saga City, Japan, September 2005.

Ohnabe H, Cooper RA, Collins DM, Nakajima A, Okada T, Maeda Y, Taya Y, Fukushima S, Asai Y, Mitsumori S, Exploring Opportunities to Improve the Quality of Life Through Expertise Exchange Between Space and Welfare Fields Ranging from Rehabilitation Science to Elderly Care and Assistive Technology, 56^th International Astronautical Congress, Fukuoka, Japan, in press, October 17-20, 2005.

Dicianno BE, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Mercer JL, Wolf EJ, Weight and Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Association of Academic Physiatrists 40th Annual Conference, Albuquerque, NM, February 24-29, 2004.

Simpson R, LoPresti E, Hayashi S, Guo S, Frisch R, Martin A, Ding D, Cooper RA, The Smart Power Assistance Module for Manual Wheelchairs, Cambridge Workshop on Universal Access and Assistive Technology, Fitzwilliam College, University of Cambridge, UK, March 22-24, 2004.

Puhlman J, Cooper RA, Ammer WA, McCartney M, Duncan J, Design and Development of a Pneumatic Suspension Caster Wheelchair Fork, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Wolf EJ, Kelleher A, Fitzgerald SG, Ammer WA, Vibrations During Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Over Selected Sidewalk Surfaces are Sensitive to Weather-Related Surface Wear, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Kaminski BA, Adaptation of a Baby Seat for Attachment to a Wheelchair, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Chaves E, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Fitzgerald SG, Gray D, Cooper RA, Assessing the Influence of Assistive Technology on People with Spinal Cord Injury Using a Measure of Participation, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Spaeth DM, Isometric Joystick Tuning Interface and Assessment, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Terashima S, Yang Y, Cooper R, A Study on the Balance Function of the IBOT™ Transporter, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Brown K, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Designing an Improved Variable Compliance Joystick for Driving Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Albright S, Ammer WA, Puhlman J, Development of a Miniature Data Logger for Collecting Outcome Measures for Wheeled Mobility, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Rice I, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, An Analysis of Trunk Excursion in Manual Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Influence of Gripping Moments on Mechnical Efficiency of Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Mercer JL, Boninger ML, Dicianno B, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Wolf EJ, Fitzgerald SG, Body Mass Index and its Limitations on Functional Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Impink B, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Range of Motion and Wheelchair Pushrim Kinetics: Their Impact on Nerve Health, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Cowan R, Boninger ML, Mercer JL, Koontz AM, Injury Level and Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Ambrosio F, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Dvorznak MJ, Ambrosio A, A Model-Based Criterion for Assessing Appropriateness of Wheelchair Setup, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Bevly A, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Improving Electric Powered Wheelchair Operation for Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Wolf EJ, Cooper RA, Shoemaker A, Guo S, Design and Preliminary Calibration of a SMART^HUB for the Measurement of Forces and Moments in Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Zipfel E, Cooper RA, McCartney M, Duncan J, Ammer WA, Pearlman J, Design and Development of a Manual Wheelchair For India, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Kaminski BA, Cooper RA, Hoover A, Cooper R, Ding D, Application of a Commercial Datalogger to Electric Powered and Manual Wheelchairs of Children, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Algood SD, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper R, Wolf EJ, Hoover A, Boninger ML, Pushrim Activated Power Assist Wheelchair on the Functional Capabilities of Individuals with Tetraplegia, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Grindle GG, Guo S, Cooper RA, Blasch B, Ammer WA, Duncan J, Design of a Spring Mechanism Retractable Training Cane, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Guo S, Cooper RA, Grindle GG, Development of Head-Operated, Isometric Controls for Powered Mobility, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Hoover A, Cooper RA, Ding D, Koontz AM, Cooper R, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Manual Wheelchair Use and Reported Pain, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Hubbard S, Fitzgerald SG, Reker D, Kazis L, Downs F, Relationship Between Health Related Quality of Life and Quality of Wheelchair Provided to Veterans, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Tolerico ML, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Martin SG, Investigation of Power Wheelchair Reliability, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Cohen LJ, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Seating and Mobility Script Concordance Test (SMSCT): External Structure Evidence, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Ammer WA, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, McCartney M, Ammer SW, The Further Development of a User-Friendly Exercise System for Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Martin SG, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Collins DM, Do Organized Sporting Events Make a Difference for Individuals Who Use Wheelchairs?, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Frisch R, Guo S, Cooper RA, LoPresti EF, Simpson R, Hayashi S, Ammer WA, Hardware Design of the Smart Power Assistance Module for Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Furhman SI, Fitzgerald SG, Collins DM, Martin S, Effect of Service Dog Ownership and Other Parameters on the Number of Hours of Paid Assistance for Individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Allegretti A, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Collins D, Martin S, Relationship Between Pain, Fatigue, and Level of Depression in Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Collins DM, Fitzgerald SG, Martin SG, Fuhrman SI, Boninger ML, Physical Independence and Mobility: Study of Functional Performance on Individuals With and Without Service Dogs, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Boyles AL, Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher A, Cooper R, Cooper RA, Who are the People Using Wheelchairs: Development of a Wheelchair Users Registry, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Cooper R, Cooper RA, Ding D, Hoover A, Dvorznak MJ, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Wheelchair Usage Pattern: Does Age Matter?, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Koontz AM, Tharkeshwarappa N, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Corrective Actions Necessary for Maintaining a Wheelchair Wheelie, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Nogan S, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Triolo RJ, Activation of the Trunk Muscles During Wheelchair Propulsion, 9^th Annual Conference if the International FES Society, Bournemouth, UK, September 2004.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Spaeth DM, Optimized Joystick Controller, Proceedings of the 26th Annual International Conference of the IEEE-EMBS, San Francisco, CA, pp. 4881-4883, September 1-5, 2004.

Ohnabe H, Cooper RA, Wheelchairs in the Aging Society, Proceedings of the 19^th Japanese Conference of Advancement of the Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA Conference), pp. 215-216, Sapporo, Japan, August 25-27, 2004.

Ohnabe H, Cooper RA, Okada T, Mitsumori S, Adaptive Engineering and Space Technology, Proceedings of the 19^th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA Conference), Sapporo, Japan, pp. 213-214, August 25-27, 2004.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Triolo RJ, Cooper RA, Wheelchair Propulsion Pattern and EMG Activity of the Trunk Muscles, Proceedings of the 19^th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA Conference), pp. 219-220, Sapporo, Japan, August 25-27, 2004.

Ambrosio F, Boninger ML, Schwid S, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, The Effect of Mobility Device Use on Strength, Fatigue, and Quality of Life in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis, Proceedings of the 19th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA Conference), pp. 217-218, Sapporo, Japan, August 25-27, 2004.

Kanakashi Y, Okada T, Ohnabe H, Tauchi M, Kadoda Y, Wake A, Evaluation of New Sidewalk Curb Cuts at a Crosswalk by Running and Impact Characteristics of Manual Wheelchair, Proceedings of the 19th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA Conference), pp. 21-22, Sapporo, Japan, August 25-27, 2004.

Araki K, Masahiro M, Okada T, Ohnabe H, Fundamental Test of Conductive Composite Material for Applying to Freeze Prevention and Snow Melting, Proceedings of the 19th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA Conference), pp. 75-76, Sapporo, Japan, August 25-27, 2004.

Hirooka M, Ohnabe H, Mizuguchi F, Okada T, Characteristics of a Manual Wheelchair in Crossing a Slope Based on Analysis Model Considering Casters, Proceedings of the 19th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA Conference), pp. 17-18, Sapporo, Japan, August 25-27, 2004.

Miyazawa M, Okada T, Ohnabe H, Propulsion Patterns and Muscular Activities of Upper Extremity in Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 19th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA Conference), pp. 237-238, Sapporo, Japan, August 25-27, 2004.

Ohnabe H, Cooper RA, Okada T, Mitsumori S, Relationship Between Adaptive Engineering and Space Technology, Proceedings of the Welfare Engineering Symposium, University of Tokyo, Japan, pp. 213-216, September 13-15, 2004.

Okada T, Kawasaki M, Sakaguchi A, Ohnabe H, Mechanical Support for Mobility of Walker with Simplicity in Maneuvering,Proceedings of the Welfare Engineering Symposium, University of Tokyo, Japan, pp. 225-228, September 13-15, 2004.

Kubo T, Okada T, Ohnabe H, Ohi T, Development of Cushion for Making Ride Comfortable on Wheelchair, Proceedings of the Welfare Engineering Symposium, University of Tokyo, Japan, pp. 49-52, September 13-15, 2004.

Miyazawa M, Okada T, Ohnabe H, Yang Y, Koontz AM, Examination of Propulsion Patterns in Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the Welfare Engineering Symposium, University of Tokyo, Japan, pp. 53-56, September 13-15, 2004.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Nogan S, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Triolo RJ, Activation of the Trunk Muscles During Wheelchair Propulsion, 9th Annual Conference of the International FES Society, Bournemouth, UK, September 6-9, 2004.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Kanaly J, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Biomechanical Analysis of a New Ergonomic Pushrim, Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Symposium, National Cheng Kung University , Taiwan , December 17-18, 2004.

Cooper RA, Wolf EJ, Fitzgerald SG, Dobson A, Ammer WA, Integration of Wheelchairs and Segmental Pavement Surfaces, PAVE International Conference on Pavement Technologies, Sun City, South Africa, October 12-15, 2003.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Wolf E, Yang Y, Dobson A, Technical Contributions to Wheelchairs that Improve Outcomes, Posture and Mobility Group Annual Conference: Improving the Outcome, University of York, UK, March 18-19, 2003.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cooper R, Souza AL, Ambrosio F, Wolf E, Causes and Alleviation of Repetitive Strain Injuries Among Wheelchair Users, Posture and Mobility Group Annual Conference: Improving the Outcome, University of York, UK, March 18-19, 2003.

Cooper R, Schmeler MR, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Using Outcomes Tools, Peer-Reviewed Literature and Other Evidence to Justify Wheelchair Seating and Mobility Interventions, Posture and Mobility Group Annual Conference: Improving the Outcome, University of York, UK, March 18-19, 2003.

Kim JB, Brienza DM, The Virtual Reality TeleRehabilitation System for Analyzing the Accessability of the Physical Environment, Young VR Forum, February 12-13, 2003.

Simpson R, Guo S, Ding D, Smart Power Assistance Module for Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Tharakeshwarappa N, van Roosmalen L, Bertocci GE, Duncan J, Guo S, Cooper RA, Development of a Pendulum Impact Tester to Evaluate Wheelchair Caster Crashworthiness, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Kim JB, Brienza DM, The Virtual Reality Telerehabilitation System for Analyzing Accessibility of the Physical Environment: A Comparison of Camera Systems, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Martin SG, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Collins DM, Impink BG, Characteristics of Ultralight Wheelchairs: Maintenance and Repairs, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Corfman TA, Cooper RA, Dvorznak MJ, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, The Ability of Physical Therapists to Recognize Electric Powered Wheelchair Driving Accidents, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Hubbard SL, Spaeth DM, Rate, Accuracy and Efficiency of Text Entry as a Function of Different Computer Access Methods, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Kaminski BA, Cooper RA, Ammer WA, McCartney M, Spaeth DM, Addition of a Wireless "Fire-Button" to the User Interface of the GAME^Cycle Exercise System, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Guo S, Cooper RA, Ding D, Corfman TA, Influence of Powered Wheelchair Backwards Driving Stability on Back-emf, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Ding D, Lopresti EF, Simpson R, Cooper RA, Interpreting Joystick Signals for Wheelchair Navigation, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Impink BG, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Median and Ulnar Nerve Function Related to Wrist Range of Motion During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Hoover A, Cooper RA, Ding D, Dvorznak MJ, Cooper R, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Comparing Driving Habits of Wheelchair Users: Manual vs. Power, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Zipfel E, Cooper RA, Chaves E, Duncan JD, McCartney M, Ammer W, Puhlman J, Mays L, Kaminski BA, Handcycle: A Design Evaluation, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Cohen L, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, The Process of Assessment Test Development and Validation, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Chaves E, Koontz AM, Garber S, Cooper RA, Williams AL, Clinical Evaluation of a Wheelchair Mounted Robotic Arm, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Ebihara K, Koontz AM, Impink B, Boninger ML, Kinetic Analysis of Wheelchair Propulsion for Various Surface and Ramp Conditions, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, The Effect of Hand Contact Speed on Wheelchair Propulsion Kinetics, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Tharakeshwarappa N, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Towers J, Finite Element Model of the Shoulder Joint During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Chaves E, Target Acquisition with Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Alegretti A, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Cooper R, Cohen L, Shapcott N, Pelvic Positioning Evaluation for Wheelchair Selection: A Comparison Between in Person and Video Conferencing, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Algood SD, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Ambrosio F, Hoover A, Reeves SA, Corfman TA, Spaeth D, Stroke Frequency and Excursion Differences Between Manual Wheelchair Propulsion and Pushrim Activated Power Assisted Propulsion Among Persons with Tetraplegia, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Dvorznak MJ, Cooper RA, Corfman TA, Dynamic Model for Validation of a Modified Hybrid III ATD as a Test Surrogate in Wheelchair Research, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Rice I, Boninger ML, Souza AL, Cooper RA, Wrist Pain Strength and Function in Individuals with Paraplegia, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Kwarciak A, Cooper RA, Ammer WA, Evaluation of Manual Suspension Wheelchairs Using ANSI/RESNA Fatigue Tests, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Rentschler AJ, Cooper RA, Blasch B, Boninger ML, Evaluation of the VA-PAMAID Robotic Walker, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Wolf E, Cooper RA, Dobson A, Fitzgerald SG, Ammer WA, Assessment of Vibrations During Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Over Selected Sidewalk Surfaces, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Ambrosio F, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Liu B, Mapa M, Collins DM, Mobility Device as a Determinant of Social Participation in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Collins DM, Fitzgerald SG, Martin SG, Impink B, Cooper RA, Satisfaction of Individuals in the Community with Wheelchairs and Service Delivery, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Fronzcak K, Boninger ML, Souza AL, Cooper RA, Wheelchair Propulsion Biomechanics, Weight, and Median Nerve Damage: A Longitudinal Study, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Guo S, Corfman TA, Robust Velocity Control Simulation of a Power Wheelchair, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Guo S, Corfman TA, A Study on Modelling an Electric-Powered Wheelchair, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Dobson A, Cooper RA, Wolf E, Fitzgerald SG, Ammer WA, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Evaluation of Vibration Exposure of Power Wheelchair Users Over Selected Sidewalk Pavement Surfaces, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Cooper R, Cooper RA, Zipfel E, Investigation into Potential Causes to A Manual Wheelchair Tip & Fall Incident, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Dicianno BE, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Pain and Social Activity in Spinal Cord Injury, Association of Academic Physiatrists 38^th Annual Meeting, Fort Lauderdale, FL, March 26-29, 2003.

Zhao HH, Liu BY, Boninger ML, Synott M, Zafonte R, Healthcare Trends in Women with Disability in the Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, Association of Academic Physiatrists 38^th Annual Meeting, Fort Lauderdale, FL, March 26-29, 2003.

Cooper RM, Schmeler M, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Research into the Effectiveness and Use of Tilt-in-Space and Recline Wheelchairs for People with Progressive Disorders, Wheeled Mobility and Accessible Transportation Conference, July 22, 2003. View conference proceedings

Pacheco FM, Horton JA, Hunt PC, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Traumatic Central Cord Syndrome: An Epidemiological Review, 1^st Meeting of the American Spinal Cord Injury Association and the International Medical Society of Paraplegia (ASIA/IMPoP), Vancouver BC Canada, May 3-6, 2002.

Cooper RA, Rehabilitation Engineering in America: Past, Present and Future, Keynote Address, Proceedings of the RESJA Conference, pp. 140-145, Japan, 2002.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Wolf E, Yang Y, Dobson A, Wheelchair Selection, Proceedings of the RESJA Conference Japan, pp. 81-90, 2002.

Cooper R, Souza A, Ambrosia F, Wolf E, Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Biomechanics, Proceedings of the RESJA Conference, Japan, pp. 5-9, 2002.

Richter WM, Axelson PW, Cooper RA, Differences in Propulsion Kinetics Between Wheelchair Dependent and Non-Wheelchair Dependent Users, Proceedings CD-Rom, IV World Congress of Biomechanics Conference, Calgary, CA, August 4 –9 2002.

Koontz AM, BoningerML, Cooper RA, Towers JT, Ma L, Segmental Power During Propulsion in Wheelchair Users With Greater Evidence of Shoulder Injury Over Time, Proceedings CD-Rom, IV World Congress of Biomechanics Conference, Calgary, CA, August 4 –9 2002.

Schultz AR, Reeves SA, Cooper RA, Game^Wheels: Wheelchair Computer Interface, Bioengineering Internship Paper, April 26, 2002.

Lam WN, Mak AFT, Tam WC, Cooper RA, Comparison of Upper Limb Joint Forces During Straight Line and Turning Wheelchair Maneuvers, 27^th Conference on Biomedical Engineering, Joint Professional Centre, Hong Kong, April 2002.

Wolf E, Cooper RA, Kwarciak A, Analysis of Whole Body Vibrations of Suspension Manual Wheelchairs: Utilization of the Absorbed Power Method, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 303-305, 2002.

Algood SD, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Cooper RC, Ambrosio F, Physiological Comparison of a Pushrim Activated Power Assist Wheelchair and Traditional Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Among Persons with Tetraplegia, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 285-287, 2002.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Trunk Movement Adaptations During Wheelchair Propulsions at Two Speeds and Load Conditions, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 374-376, 2002.

Kwarciak AM, Cooper RA, Wolf E, Effectiveness of Rear Suspension in Reducing Shock Exposure to Manual Wheelchair Users During Curb Descents, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 365-367, 2002.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Dicianno BE, Towers JD, Propulsion Work and Power Differences in Wheelchair Users with Greater Evidence of Shoulder Pathology at Follow-Up, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 276-278, 2002.

Spaeth D, Cooper RA, Chaves E, The Application of Optical Sensors for Quantifying Electric Powered Wheelchair Driving Skill, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 248-250, 2002.

Ma L, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Gender Difference in the Segmental Power and Energy of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 339-341, 2002.

Dan D, Cooper RA, Guo S, Corfman T, Disturbances Induced by Wheelchair Casters When Driving Backwards, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 318-320, 2002.

Souza AL, Boninger ML, Fay BT, Cooper RA, Muscle Imbalance with Manual Wheelchair Use in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 279-281, 2002.

Kim SJ, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Souza AL, Wheelchair Braking Biomechanics, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 336-338, 2002.

Dobson AR, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Use of the Independence™ 3000 IBOT™ Transporter at Home and in the Community: A Pilot Study, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 288-290, 2002.

Blauch C, Cooper RA, Guo S, McCartney M, Wolf E, Dvorznak MJ, Mechanical Properties of Polyurethane Elastomers in an Oblique Angled Suspension Caster Fork for Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 297-299, 2002.

Blauch C, Cooper RA, Ammer W, McCartney M, Corfman T, Duncan J, Design of a Forward Folding Ultralight Wheelchair, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 300-302, 2002.

Richter WM, Axelson PW, Cooper RA, Kinematic State of the Hand at Impact with the Handrim as Function of Handrim Compliance, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 377-379, 2002.

Ambrosio F, Boninger ML, Fay B, Souza A, Fitzgerald S, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Wheelchair Propulsion Biomechanics In Patients With Multiple Sclerosis, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 371-373, 2002.

Ambrosio F, Boninger ML, Fay B, Souza A, Fitzgerald S, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, A Fatigue Analysis During Wheelchair Propulsion In Patients With Multiple Sclerosis, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 282-284, 2002.

Chaves E, Cooper RA, Spaeth DM, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Guo S, Comparison Of Virtual Electric Powered Wheelchair Driving Using A Position Sensing Joystick And An Isometric Joystick, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 291-293, 2002.

Cohen L, Fitzgerald SG, Trefler E, Boninger M, McCue M, Development Of A Clinical Rationale Measure Of Wheelchair And Seating Prescription: Reliability And Concurrent Validity Test Results, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 233-235, 2002.

Collins DM; Fitzgerald SG, Holm MB, Sachs-Ericcson N, Influence Of Wheelchair Service Dogs On Human Assistance Needs In Basic And Instrumental Activities Of Daily Living, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 230-232, 2002.

Cooper R, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Shapcott N, Cohen L, Thorman T, Schmeler M, Using Telerhabilitation To Aid In Selecting A Wheelchair, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 327-329, 2002.

Corfman TA, Cooper RA, Dvorznak MJ, Kwarciak AM, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, A Video-Based Analysis Of “Tips And Falls” During Electric Powered Wheelchair Driving, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 351-353, 2002.

Dvorznak M, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Corfman T, Comparison of Hybrid III ATD and Wheelchair User at Select Speeds, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 342-344, 2002.

Guo S, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Reeves S, Ammer W, Fitzgerald SG, Development Of The Game^cycleExercise System, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 23-25, 2002.

Mills T, Holm MB, Schmeler M, Trefler E, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger M, Buning ME, Shapcott N, The Functional Evaluation In A Wheelchair (Few) Instrument: Test-Retest Reliability And Cross-Validation with Consumer Goals, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 245-247, 2002.

Panchang S, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Web Page Usability Tests For Blind Users Of Text To Speech Systems, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 100-102, 2002.

Reeves SA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Thorman T, Guo S, Determining The Effectiveness Of The Game^cycle As An Exercise Device, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 368-370, 2002.

Thorman T, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Consumer Preferences for Wheelchair Wheels, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 312-314, 2002.

Vitek JM, Cooper RA, Duncan JP, Ammer WA, Algood D, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Durability And Value Of Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 321-323, 2002.

Helkowski W, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Zafonte R, Ammer M, Longitudinal Evaluation of Median Nerve Function and Body Mass Index in Manual Wheelchair Users, Association of Academic Physiatrists 37^th Annual Meeting, Hilton Head, SC, 2001.

Cooper RA, Steinberg MS, Healthcare and Assistive Technologies, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Proceedings of Technologies for Successful Aging, Vol. 38, No. 1 (Supplement), pp. S46-S48, 2001.

Lam WN, Mak A, Tam WC, Cooper RA, Comparison of Shoulder Biomechanics During Straight Line and Turning Wheelchair Maneuvers, 21^st Annual Congress of the Hong Kong Orthopaedic Association, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 2001.

Koontz AM, Cooper RA, VanRoosmalen L, Anthropometrics in Wheelchair Mobility Studies, Proceedings of the Anthropometrics of Disability: An International Workshop, Buffalo, NY, pp. 13-1 – 13-5, 2001.

Arva J, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Spaeth DM, Boninger ML, Long-Term Monitoring of Wheelchair Usage with and without the Yamaha JWII Power Assisted Wheelchair Hubs, 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 361-363, 2001.

Ma L, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Fay BT, Cooper RA, Mechanical Energy Change Within the Segments of Upper Extremity During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 307-309, 2001.

Richter WM, Axelson PW, Cooper RA, A Model-Based Approach to Determine the Effect of Handrim Compliance on Propulsion Efficiency, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 301-303, 2001.

Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Fay BT, Souza AL, Predicting Scapula Orientation in Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 304-306, 2001.

Dvorznak MJ, Cooper RA, Corfman TA, Modification of Hybrid III Test Dummy for Use In Wheelchair Studies, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, 2001.

Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Guo S, Wong CL, Using Quadrature Emulation to Connect Proportional Controls to Personal Computers Through a Standard Mouse, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 74-76, 2001.

Corfman TA, Cooper RA, Dvorznak MJ, Boninger ML, Ammer WA, Sheesley M, Cooper R, Thorman T, A Video-Based Analysis of “Tips and Falls” During Electric Powered Wheelchair Driving, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 364-366, 2001.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Fay BT, Dietzer J, Scapula Orientation in a Virtual Wheelchair Push, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 415-417, 2001.

Cooper R, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Shapcott N, Cohen L, Thorman T, Development of a Tool to Be Used During Telerehabilitation Evaluation and Recommendation Process, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 254-256, 2001.

Rentschler AJ, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald S, Using Stability and Fatigue Strength Testing When Choosing a Manual Wheelchair, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 355-357, 2001.

Fay BT, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Considering Gender Differences in Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Kinetics: Use of a Pushrim Force Ratio, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 277-279, 2001.

Cohen LJ, Fitzgerald S, Trefler E, Boninger ML, Teaching, Seating, and Wheeled Mobility Prescription: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Four Instructional Methods, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 193-195, 2001.

Algood D, Cooper RA, Rentschler AJ, Vitek JM, Ammer WA, Wolf EJ, Power and Control System Testing of Five Different Types of Power Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 421-423, 2001.

Shapcott N, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Cohen LJ, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald S, Determining the Efficacy of POTS Based Telerehabilitation for Wheelchair Prescription, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 169-171, 2001.

Panchang S, Fitzgerald S, Cooper RA, Cohn E, Boninger ML, Accessibility of Rehabilitation Web Pages Using JAWS and BOBBY, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 95-97, 2001.

Souza AL, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Fay BT, Cooper RA, Comparison of Pushrim Kinetics Between Four Different Manual Wheelchair Pushrim Conditions, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 221-223, 2001.

Wolf EJ, Cooper RA, DiGiovine CP, Ammer ML, Analysis of Whole-Body Vibrations on Manual Wheelchair Using a Hybrid III Test Dummy, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 346-348, 2001.

Collins D, Fitzgerald S, Frost K, Boninger ML, Reliability of a Newly Developed Activity Measure for Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 257-259, 2001.

Guo S, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Collins J, Koontz A, Techniques of Data Collection from Two SMARTWheels, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 274-276, 2001.

Frost K, Fitzgerald S, Collins D, Sachs-Ericsson N, Efficacy of Service Dogs as a Viable Form of Assistive Technology, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp.215-217, 2001.

Vitek JM, Cooper RA, Rentschler AJ, Algood D, Ammer WA, Wolf EJ, Static, Impact, and Fatigue Testing of Five Different Types of Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 343-345, 2001.

Thorman T, Cooper RA, Cooper R, Dvorznak MJ, Fitzgerald SG, Ammer WA, Guo S, Boninger ML, Characterization of Electric Powered Wheelchair Use in the Community, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 349-351, 2001.

Fitzgerald SG, Yoest LM, Cooper RA, Downs F, Comparison of Laboratory and Actual Fatigue Life for Three Types of Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 352-354, 2001.

Blauch C, Cooper RA, Ammer WA, McCartney M, Corfman T, Wolf EJ, Design of an Oblique Angled Suspension Fork for Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 268-270, 2001.

Brown D, Zeltwanger A, Bertocci G, Burdett R, Fitzgerald S, Trefler E. Quantification of Forces Associated with Episodic Full Body Extensors Spasticity in Children, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 358-360, 2001.

Mills T, Holm MB, Trefler E, Schmeler M, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML. Development Of An Outcome Measure Tool For Wheelchair Seating & Mobility Interventions: A Work In Progress, Proceedings of the 24th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp.245-247, 2001.

2000

Yoest LM, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Comparison of Laboratory and Actual Fatigue Life for Three Types of Manual Wheelchairs, University of Pittsburgh 1999-2000 Bioengineering Whitaker Summer Research Program for Undergraduates, pp. 14-15.

Deitzer J, Scapular Orientation During Wheelchair Propulsion, University of Pittsburgh 1999-2000 Bioengineering Whitaker Summer Research Program for Undergraduates, pp. 28-29.

Cooper RA, VanSickle DP, Boninger ML, Instrumentation for Recording Wheelchair Performance, VISTA Conference, in press.

Cooper RA, Advances in Mobility Devices, Proceedings APEC Workshop on Technology with Humanistic Concerns for Disabilities, Taipei, Taiwan, pp. 57-63, 2000.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SF, Koontz AM, Prevention and Treatment of Repetitive Strain Injuries Among Manual Wheelchair Users, Proceedings APEC Workshop on Technology with Humanistic Concerns for Disabilities, Taipei, Taiwan, pp. 99-110, 2000.

Souza AL, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Fay BT, Cooper RA, A Kinetic Analysis of Propulsion Patterns in Manual Wheelchair Users, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 405-407, 2000.

Collins JD, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Guo S, Visual Frequency Feedback and Its Effect on Wheelchair Propulsion Kinetics, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 14-16, 2000.

Arva J, Cooper RA, Spaeth DM, Corfman TA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, User Power Input Reduction in Yamaha JWII Pushrim Activated Power Assisted Wheelchair, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 399-401, 2000.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, The Feasibility of an Accelerometer-Based Inclinometer to Measure the Angular Orientation of a Manual Wheelchair While Traversing Various Obstacles, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 408-410, 2000.

Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Fay BT, Baldwin MA, Shoulder Joint Forces and Moments during Two Speeds of Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 393-395, 2000.

Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Relationship of Pain Perception to Quality of Life in a Spinal Cord Injury Population, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 322-324, 2000.

Arva J, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Corfman TA, Spaeth DM, Boninger ML, Physiological Comparison of Yamaha JWII Power Assisted and Traditional Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 378-380, 2000.

Rentschler AJ, Cooper RA, Wolf EJ, Boninger ML, Climatic Testing of Five Different Types of Power Wheelchairs, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 441-443, 2000.

Wolf E, Cooper RA, Rentschler AJ, Fitzgerald SG, Kortebek E, Comparison of Energy Consumption and Maximum Speed in Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 453-455, 2000.

Dvorznak MJ, Cooper RA, O’Connor TJ, Boninger ML, Kinematic Comparison of Hybrid Test Dummy to Wheelchair Occupant, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 414-416, 2000.

Fay BT, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Fitzgerald SG, Gender-based Anthropomatric Differences of Manual Wheelchair Users, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 144-146, 2000.

Corfman T, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Arva J, Spaeth DM, Boninger ML, Excursion and Stroke Frequency Differences between Manual Wheelchair Propulsion and Pushrim Activated Power Assisted Propulsion, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 510-512, 2000.

Guo S, Cooper RA, Dvorznak MJ, Ammer W, Boninger ML, Design of a Multi-Channel Data Logger for Recording Hybrid III Test Dummy Forces during Low-Impact Incidents, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 11-13, 2000.

Souza AL, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Fay BT, Cooper RA, Classification of Stroke Patterns in Manual Wheelchair Users, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 384-386, 2000.

O’Connor TJ, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Comparison of Wheelchair Exercise with and without Gamewheels System Using Physiological Data, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 390-392, 2000.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, Wolf EJ, Hosfield J, Corfman T, Analysis of Vibration and Comparison of Four Wheelchair Cushions during Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 429-431, 2000.

Spaeth DM, Arva J, Cooper RA, Application of a Commercial Datalogger for Rehabilitation Research, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 313-315, 2000.

Richter WM, O’Connor TJ, Cooper RA, Axelson PW, Boninger ML, Chesney DA, Effect of Pushrim Compliance on Propulsion Efficiency, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 381-383, 2000.

Richter WM, Cooper RA, Axelson PW, Boninger ML, Chesney DA, Effect of Pushrim Compliance on Propulsion Kinetics, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 396-398, 2000.

Bursick TM, Trefler E, Fitzgerald SG, Joseph R. Wheelchair seating and positioning outcomes in the elderly nursing home population. Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 316-318, 2000.

Frost KL, Fitzgerald SG, Bertocci GE, Munin MC, Burdett R, Functional Status and Well-being Following Total Hip Replacement Rehabilitation as Measured Using the SF-36, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 325-327, 2000.

1999

Cooper RA, VanSickle DP, Boninger ML, Instrumentation for Recording Wheelchair Performance, Proceedings of the International VISTA ’99 Conference, pp. 221-226, 1999.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Shapcott N, Fitzgerald SG, Bringing Advances In Wheelchairs to the People, Toyota International Symposium, 1999.

Cooper RA, Prins K, O’Connor TJ, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Sunderhaus C, Evaluation of a Pushrim Activated Electric Powered Wheelchair, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

O’Connor TJ, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Analysis of a Prototype Geared Pushrim with a Manual Pushrim using Physiological Data, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Rentschler AJ, Boninger ML, Comparison of Fatigue Life for Three Types of Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

Rentschler AJ, Cooper RA, A Comparison of the Dynamic and Static Stability of Power Wheelchairs versus Scooters, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Variable Compliance Joystick for Control Interface Research, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Baldwin MA, Cooper RA, Fay BT, EMG Activity of Wrist Muscles during Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Comparison of Absorbed Power to Vertical Acceleration when Measuring Whole-Body Vibration during Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

Baldwin MA, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Fay BT, Cooper RA, Comparison of Propulsion Kinetics and Forearm EMG between two Wheelchair Pushrim Designs, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

Fay BT, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Baldwin MA, Koontz AM, Wrist Kinematics and Indicators of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome during Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

Fay BT, Boninger ML, Shimada SD, Cooper RA, Baldwin M, Kinematic Model of Wrist via Marker Placement during Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

Dvorznak MJ, Cooper RA, Rentschler AJ, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Displacement between Seating Surface and Test Dummy during Transitions with a Variable Configuration Wheelchair, Proceedings 21st Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Atlanta, CD-ROM, 1999.

Jones DK, Cooper RA, Albright SJ, Aesthetic Evaluation of Force Sensor by Power Wheelchair Users, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, pp. 236-238, 1999.

Fay BT, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Baldwin MA, Gender Differences in the Kinematic Features of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, pp. 376-378, 1999.

O’Connor TJ, Cooper RA, Baldwin MA, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Dvorznak MJ, Calculation of Work and Power During Wheelchair Propulsion of Individuals with Paraplegia, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, pp. 207-209, 1999.

Baldwin MA, Cooper RA, Vangura A, Boninger ML, Ster III JF, Design of an Ergonomic Dual-Surface Manual Wheelchair Pushrim, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, pp. 299-301, 1999.

Baldwin MA, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Relating Wheelchair Set-up to Propulsion Biomechanics, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, pp. 373-375, 1999.

Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Baldwin MA, Comparison of Side-to-Side Wheelchair Propulsion Forces using an ARMA Modeling Technique, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, pp. 379-381, 1999.

Rentschler AJ, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Wolf E, A Comparison of Power Wheelchair Stability using ANSI/RESNA Standards, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, pp. 284-286, 1999.

Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Designing a Variable Compliance Joystick for Control Interface Research, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, pp. 131-133, 1999.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, Analysis of Whole-body Vibration During Manual Wheelchair Propulsion using ISO Standard 2631, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, pp. 242-244, 1999.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, DiGiovine MM, Boninger ML, Robertson R, Digital Filtering of Kinematics Of Racing Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 20th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Hong Kong, CD-ROM, 1998.

Cooper RA, Tai C, Feasibility of Flywheel Batteries for Electric Powered Wheelchairs, Proceedings 20th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Hong Kong, CD-ROM, 1998.

Cooper RA, Harmonization of Assistive Technology Standards, Proceedings 20th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Hong Kong, CD-ROM, 1998.

Shimada SD, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Baldwin MA, Relationship Between Wrist Biomechanics during Wheelchair Propulsion and Median Nerve Dysfunction, Proceedings 21st Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, pp. 128-130, 1998.

Baldwin MA, Boninger ML, Shimada SD, Cooper RA, O’Connor TJ, A Relationship Between Pushrim Kinetics and Median Nerve Dysfunction, Proceedings 21st Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, pp. 378-380, 1998.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Baldwin MA, Cooper RA, O’Connor TJ, Effect of Vinyl Coated Pushrims on Wheelchair Propulsion Kinetics, Proceedings 21st Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, pp. 131-133, 1998.

O'Connor TJ, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Biomechanical Comparison of Wheelchair Basketball Players and Non-Basketball Players, Proceedings 21st Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, pp. 170-172, 1998.

Liu D, Cooper RA, Tai C, Rentschler A, Dvorznak M, Effect of a Cushion on Whole Body Acceleration during Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 21st Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, pp. 137-139, 1998.

Liu D, Cooper RA, Tai C, Rentschler A, Dvorznak M, Boninger ML, Gonzalez J, Quantitative Assessment of the Vibration Experienced by Wheelchair Users during Activites of Daily Living, Proceedings 21st Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, pp. 134-136, 1998.

Jones DK, Albright SJ, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Computerized Tracking Using Force- and Position-Sensing Joysticks, Proceedings 21st Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, pp. 176-178, 1998.

Boninger ML, Saur T, Trefler E, Hobson D, Burdett R, Cooper RA, Postural Changes with Aging in Tetraplegia, Proceedings 21st Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, pp. 155-157, 1998.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Selecting a Rural Outdoor Mobility Device, Proceedings 21st Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, pp. 191-193, 1998.

Jones DK, Cooper RA, Albright SJ, DiGiovine MM, Powered Wheelchair Driving Performance Using Force- and Position-Sensing Joysticks, 24th IEEE Northeast Bioengineering Conference, Pennsylvania State University, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, pp. 130-132, 1998.

Saur T, Boninger ML, Hobson D, and Trefler E: A Comparison of Individuals with New C5-7 Injuries vs. Individuals with Old C5-7 Injuries, Proceedings 20th Annual RESNA Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, pp. 217-218, 1997.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, An Outcomes Research Approach to Wheelchair Use, Proceedings 19th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Chicago, IL, CD-ROM, 1997.

Lawrence BM, Boninger ML, Cooper RA and Shimada SD, Effect of Start-Up Kinetics on Wheelchair Pushrim Dynamic Analysis, Proceedings 19th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Chicago, IL, CD-ROM, 1997.

Shimada SD, Boninger ML, Cooper RA and Lawrence BM, Effect of Gloves on Wheelchair Pushrim Kinetics, Proceedings 19th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Chicago, IL, CD-ROM, 1997.

Liu D, Cooper RA, Tai C, VanSickle DP, Tassick M and Boninger M, Wireless Infrared Data Communication for a SMARTWheel , Proceedings 19th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Chicago, IL, CD-ROM, 1997.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, Dvorznak MJ, Modeling and Analysis of a Manual Wheelchair Coast Down Protocol, Proceedings 19th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Chicago, IL, CD-ROM, 1997.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, Gonzalez J, SMARTHUB and SMARTCASTOR: Force and Moment Sensing Wheelchair Wheels, Proceedings 19th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Chicago, IL, CD-ROM, 1997.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA and Gonzalez J, SMARTACCELEROMETER: A Device to Measure Three-Axis Acceleration for the Purpose of Evaluating Wheelchair Rider Comfort, Proceedings 20th Annual RESNA Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pp. 245-247, 1997.

Dvorznak M, Cooper RA, O'Connor TJ and Boninger ML, Kinematic Analysis of Anthropometric Test Dummy During Power Wheelchair Braking, Proceedings 20th Annual RESNA Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pp. 257-259, 1997.

Gonzalez J, Cooper RA, Rentschler A and Lawrence B, Frame Failures of Welded Tube Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings 20th Annual RESNA Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pp. 184-186, 1997.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, Dvorznak MJ and Boninger ML, Bilateral Analysis of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion on Various Surfaces, Proceedings 20th Annual RESNA Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pp. 234-236, 1997.

Cooper R, Cooper RA, O'Connor TJ, Axelson P, Back Support System Effects on Seating During Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 20th Annual RESNA Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pp. 228-230, 1997.

Lawrence B, Cooper RA, VanSickle DP and Gonzalez J, An Improved Method for Measuring Power Wheelchair Velocity and Acceleration Using a Trailing Wheel, Proceedings 20th Annual RESNA Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pp. 251-253, 1997.

O'Connor TJ, Cooper RA, Rentschler A and Gonzalez J, An Elbow Orthoses that Assists with Flexion of the Arm, Proceedings 20th Annual RESNA Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pp. 148-150, 1997.

Shimada SD, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Biomechanical Wrist Analysis During Wheelchair Propulsion: A Local Coordinate System, Proceedings 20th Annual RESNA Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pp. 254-256, 1997.

Shimada SD, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, O'Connor TJ, Jones DK, A Method to Describe Shoulder Biomechanics During Wheelchair Propulsion: A Local Coordinate System, Proceedings 20th Annual RESNA Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pp. 248-250, 1997.

Lawrence B, Cooper RA, Gonzalez J, VanSickle DP, Robertson RN, and Boninger ML, The Effect of Shape Factors on Wheelchair Cross Brace Strength, Proceedings 19th Annual RESNA Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah, pp. 501-503, 1996.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Shimada SD, and Boninger ML, Single Point Center of Pressure for Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 19th Annual RESNA Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah, pp. 498-500, 1996.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Robertson RN, and Shimada SD, Wheelchair Pushrim Forces as a Function of Body Mass, Proceedings 19th Annual RESNA Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah, pp. 241-243, 1996.

Shimada SD, Robertson RN, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Kinematic Characterization of Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 19th Annual RESNA Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah, pp. 235-237, 1996.

Shimada SD, Robertson RN, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Joint Kinematics During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 19th Annual RESNA Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah, pp. 217-219, 1996.

Lawrence B, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Boninger ML, Gonzalez J, and VanSickle DP, Manual Wheelchair Ride Comfort, Proceedings 19th Annual RESNA Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah, pp. 223-225, 1996.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Boninger ML, and Shimada SD, Frequency Domain Analysis of the Forces and Moments Produced by the SMART^Wheel, Proceedings 19th Annual RESNA Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah, pp. 238-240, 1996.

O'Connor TJ, Robertson RN, and Cooper RA, Three-Dimensional Kinematic Analysis of Racing Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 19th Annual RESNA Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah, pp. 232-234, 1996.

Cooper RA, VanSickle DP, Robertson RN, and Boninger ML, Unification of the PFA and COP for Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 18th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Amsterdam, Netherlands, CD-ROM, 1996.

Cooper RA, Gonzalez J, Robertson RN, and Boninger ML, New Developments in Wheelchair Standards, Proceedings 18th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Amsterdam, Netherlands, CD-ROM, 1996.

Boninger ML, Robertson RN, Cooper RA, and Shimada SD, Wrist Biomechanics in 3-D Local Coordinate Space during Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 18th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Amsterdam, Netherlands, CD-ROM, 1996.

Boninger ML, Upper Extremity Pain in the Wheelchair User, Proceedings Eleventh International Seating Symposium, Pittsburgh, PA, pp. 150-154, 1995.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Boninger ML, A Biomechanical Model of Stand-Up Wheelchairs, Proceedings 17th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Montreal, Canada, CD-ROM, 1995.

Robertson RN, Cooper RA, Ensminger GJ, Characterization of 3-Dimensional Net Upper Extremity Joint Forces and Moments During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 17th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Montreal, Canada, CD-ROM, 1995.

Shimada SD, Robertson RN, Cooper RA and Boninger ML, Kinematic Comparison of Stand-Up Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 17th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Montreal, Canada, CD-ROM, 1995.

Ensminger GJ, Robertson RN and Cooper RA, A Model for Determining 3-D Upper Extremity Net Joint Forces and Moments During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 17th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Montreal, Canada, CD-ROM, 1995.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA and Ster III JF, Wheelchair Virtual Joystick Interface, Proceedings 17th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Montreal, Canada, CD-ROM, 1995.

Shimada SD, Cooper RA, Lawrence B and Robertson RN, Computer Controlled Wheelchair Dynamometer, Proceedings 17th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Montreal, Canada, CD-ROM, 1995.

Robertson RN, Cooper RA, Ensminger G, Boninger ML, Joint Kinetic-Kinematic Relationships During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 19th Annual Meeting American Society of Biomechanics, Palo Alto, CA, pp. 231-232, 1995.

Flannery MM, Robertson RN and Cooper RA, Quantification of Tendon Excursion Through Kinematic Analysis of Typing Movements on Alternative Keyboard Layouts, Proceedings 19th Annual Meeting American Society of Biomechanics, Palo Alto, CA, pp. 195-196, 1995.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA and Robertson RN, SMARTWHEEL: Development of a Digital Force and Moment Sensing Pushrim, Proceedings 18th Annual RESNA Conference, Vancouver, BC, pp. 352-354, 1995.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Boninger ML, VanSickle DP and Ensminger G, Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Center of Pressure, Proceedings 18th Annual RESNA Conference, Vancouver, BC, pp. 755-757, 1995.

Cooper RA and McGee H, Wheelchair Related Accidents and Malfunctions, Proceedings 18th Annual RESNA Conference, Vancouver, BC, pp. 334-336, 1995.

Cooper RA, McGee H, Apreleva M, Albirght SJ, VanSickle DP, Wong E and Boninger ML, Static Stability Testing of Stand-Up Wheelchairs, Proceedings 18th Annual RESNA Conference, Vancouver, BC, pp. 349-351, 1995.

Robertson RN, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Ensminger G and Shimada SD, Biomechanics of Wheelchair Propulsion: Relationship to Injury, Proceedings 18th Annual RESNA Conference, Vancouver, BC, pp. 746-748, 1995.

Robertson RN, Cooper RA, Ensminger G and Boninger ML, Characterization of Upper Extremity Joint Kinetics During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 18th Annual RESNA Conference, Vancouver, BC, pp. 358-360, 1995.

Robertson RN, Shimada S, Cooper RA and Ensminger G, Joint Kinetics and Kinematics for Three Speeds of Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 18th Annual RESNA Conference, Vancouver, BC, pp. 355-357, 1995.

Stewart KJ, Cooper RA and Robertson RN, A Method for Comparison of Contiguous Ground Reaction Force Data and Single Stance Ground Reaction Force Data, Proceedings 18th Annual RESNA Conference, Vancouver, BC, pp. 186-189, 1995.

Gehlot NL, Cooper RA and Robertson RN, Playing Video Games for Fitness and Fun with any Wheelchair, Proceedings 18th Annual RESNA Conference, Vancouver, BC, pp. 282-284, 1995.

Troy BS, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, and Grey TL, An Analysis of Work Postures of Manual Wheelchair Users, Proceedings Annual Ergonomics Society Conference, Los Angeles, CA, in review, 1995.

1994

Robertson RN, Wheelchair Injury Propulsion Mechanisms, Proceedings 16th Annual Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society International Conference, Innovation in Rehabilitation Engineering Workshops, Baltimore, MD, pp. 8-13, 1994.

Cooper RA, Intelligent Power Wheelchairs, Proceedings 16th Annual Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society International Conference, Innovation in Rehabilitation Engineering Workshops, Baltimore, MD, pp. 14-18, 1994.

VanSickle DP, Experimental Dynamic Analysis of Wheelchairs, Proceedings 16th Annual Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society International Conference, Innovation in Rehabilitation Engineering Workshops, Baltimore, MD, pp. 19-22, 1994.

Boninger ML, Applications of Rehabilitation Engineering, A Physician’s Perspective, Proceedings 16th Annual Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society International Conference, Innovation in Rehabilitation Engineering Workshops, Baltimore, MD, p 39, 1994.

Cooper RA, Observability and Controllability of Scooters, Proceedings 16th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Baltimore, MD, pp. 488-489, Vol. 16, No. 1, 1994.

Cooper RA, Electromagnetic Compatibility of Power Wheelchairs, Proceedings 16th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Baltimore, MD, pp. 982-983, Vol. 16, No. 2, 1994.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, and Albright SJ, Whole Body Dampening Properties of a Wheelchair Rider, Proceedings 16th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Baltimore, MD, pp. 498-499, Vol. 16, No. 1, 1994.

Ensminger GJ, Cooper RA, and Robertson RN, SMARTwheeler: A Clinical Workstation Interface for the Analysis of Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 16th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Baltimore, MD, pp. 494-495, Vol. 16, 1994.

VanSickle DP, and Cooper RA, Experimental Determination of Stress Distribution Due to Dynamic Loads for Use with Finite Elements, Proceedings 17th Annual RESNA Conference, Nashville, TN, pp.575-577, 1994.

Ensminger GJ, Heil TA, VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, Ster III, JF, The Design of Foot Actuated Control Interface, Proceedings 17th Annual RESNA Conference, Nashville, TN, pp.552-554, 1994.

Cooper RA, Blood Lactate Response of Wheelchair Racers to Maximal Exercise, Proceedings 17th Annual RESNA Conference, Nashville, TN, pp.269-271, 1994.

Cooper RA, Stewart KJ, VanSickle DP, S Albright, Heil TA, Robertson RN, Flannery M, and Ensminger G, Manual Wheelchair ISO-ANSI/RESNA Fatigue Testing Experience, Proceedings 17th Annual RESNA Conference, Nashville, TN, pp. 324-326, 1994.

Stewart KJ, Cooper RA, and Robertson RN, The Analytical Inadequacies of Treadmill Mounted Force Platforms, Proceedings 17th Annual RESNA Conference, Nashville, TN, pp.167-169, 1994.

Troy BS, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, and Grey TL, An Analysis of Working Postures of Manual Wheelchair Users in the Working Environment, Proceedings 17th Annual RESNA Conference, Nashville, TN, pp. 483-485, 1994.

Robertson RN, Cooper RA, Ensminger GJ, and Stewart KJ, Upper Extremity Net Joint Forces and Moments During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 17th Annual RESNA Conference, Nashville, TN, pp. 155-157, 1994.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, and Stewart KJ, Forward Tip Stability of Manual Wheelchairs and Their Riders, Proceedings 13th Annual Southern Biomedical Engineering Society Conference, Baltimore, MD, pp. 775-778, 1994.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, and VanSickle DP, Smoothing of Wheelchair Propulsion Kinematic Data, Proceedings 15th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, San Diego, CA, Vol. 15, No. 3, pp. 1296-1297, 1993.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, VanSickle DP, Langbein WE, and Fehr L, Wheelchair Injury Clinical Workstation: Method for Determining A Characteristic Stroke, Proceedings 15th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, San Diego, CA, Vol. 15, No. 3, pp. 1294-1295, 1993.

VanSickle DP and Cooper RA, Demonstration of a Methodology for Wheelchair Acceleration Analysis, Proceedings 15th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, San Diego, CA, 1993, Vol. 15, No. 3, pp. 1301-1302.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, and VanSickle DP, A Recursive Back Propagation Algorithm for Computing Net Muscle Moments and Net Joint Forces, Proceedings 16th Annual RESNA Conference, Las Vegas, NV, pp. 277-279, 1993.

Cooper RA, Myren C, Ster JF, VanSickle DP, Stewart KJ, Reifman G, and Heil TA, Design of an Anthropomorphic ISO-RESNA/ANSI Wheelchair Test Dummy, Proceedings 16th Annual RESNA Conference, Las Vegas, NV, pp. 283-285, 1993.

Widman LM, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Ster JF, and Grey T, Evaluation of an Isometric Joystick for Power Wheelchair Control, Proceedings 16th Annual RESNA Conference, Las Vegas, NV, pp. 364-366, 1993.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, and Robertson RN, A 2-Dimensional Wheelchair Dynamic Load History using Accelerometers, Proceedings 16th Annual RESNA Conference, Las Vegas, NV, pp. 324-326, 1993.

Cooper RA, An Introductory Laboratory Exercise in Rehabilitation Robotics, Proceedings 16th Annual RESNA Conference, Las Vegas, NV, pp. 492-494, 1993.

Robertson RN, and Cooper RA, Kinetic Characteristics of Wheelchair Propulsion Utilizing the SMARTwheel, Proceedings 17th Annual Meeting American Society of Biomechanics, Iowa City, IA, pp. 202-203.

Cooper RA, Asato KT, Robertson RN, and Ster JF, 2-Dimensional Kinetic Analysis of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion with an Improved SMARTWheel, Proceedings 14th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Paris, France, Vol. 14, No.4, pp. 1544-1545, 1992.

Pettit DJ, Cooper RA, and Bennett P, Design and Evaluation of a Simple, Inexpensive, Ultralight Wheelchair, Proceedings 14th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Paris, France, Vol. 14, No. 4, pp. 1515-1516, 1992.

Cooper RA, and Ster JF, An Investigation of Retinal Detachment and Neck Exercise, Proceedings NACOB II: The Second North American Congress on Biomechanics, Chicago, Il, pp.435-436, 1992.

Pettit DJ, Robertson RN, and Cooper RA, Development of a Dynamometer for Measuring Dynamic Hand Function, Proceedings NACOB II: The Second North American Congress on Biomechanics, Chicago, Il, pp.449-450, 1992.

Cooper RA, Ster JF, Myren C, and Pettit DJ, An Improved Design of a 100 Kilogram ISO/RESNA Wheelchair Test Dummy, Proceedings 15th Annual RESNA Conference, Toronto, Canada, pp.627-629, 1992.

Cooper RA, Ward C, and Ster JF, Characterization and Development of a Resistive Sensor for Measuring Cushion Interface Force, Proceedings 15th Annual RESNA Conference, Toronto, Canada, pp. 210-212, 1992.

Cooper M, Cooper RA, Faria I, and Ster JF, A Comparison of Torque Production of Clip-In Pedals and Conventional Toe Clips and Cleats, Proceedings 15th Annual American Society of Biomechanics Meeting, Tempe, AZ, pp 212-213, 1991.

Cooper RA, Ster JF, Heil TA, Development of a New ISO Wheelchair Two-Drum Tester, Proceedings 13th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Orlando, FL, Vol. 13, pp.1867-1868, 1991.

Cooper RA, Cook AM, and Grey T, Development of a Model Rehabilitation Engineering Program, Proceedings 13th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Orlando, FL, Vol.13, pp. 1843-1844, 1991.

Watanabe KT, Cooper RA, and Ster JF, SMART^Wheels: A Device for Studying Wheelchair Propulsion Dynamics, Proceedings 13th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Orlando, FL, Vol.13, pp.1817-1818, 1991.

Cooper RA, Cook AM, and Grey T, Development of a Model Rehabilitation Engineering Program, Proceedings 14th Annual RESNA Conference, Kansas City, MO, pp.82-84, 1991.

Cooper RA, A Comparison of Pulmonary Functions of Wheelchair Racers in their Racing and Standard Chairs, Proceedings 14th Annual RESNA Conference, Kansas City, MO, pp.245-247, 1991.

Cooper RA, and Watanabe KT, A Derivation of Turning Geometry and Turning Dynamics for Racing Wheelchairs, Proceedings 14th Annual RESNA Conference, Kansas City, MO, pp.240-242, 1991.

Vosse AJ, Cooper RA, Dhaliwal B, Computer Control of a Wheelchair Dynamometer, Proceedings RESNA 13th Annual Conference, Washington, D.C., June, pp.59-60, 1990.

Cooper RA, and Bedi JF, Gross Mechanical Efficiency of Trained Wheelchair Racers, Proceedings 12th Annual International Conference of the IEEE/EMBS, Pennsylvania, Vol.12, No.5, pp.2311-2312, 1990.

Cooper RA, Racing Wheelchair Roll Stability While Turning, Proceedings RESNA 13th Annual Conference, Washington, D.C., June, pp.65-66,1990.

Cooper RA, Cheda A, Measurement of Racing Wheelchair Propulsion Torque, Proceedings 11th Annual International Conference of the IEEE/EMBS, Seattle, Washington, November 9-12, 1989.

Cooper RA, Simulating Wheelchair Racing, Proceedings 12th Annual Conference of RESNA Association for the Advancement of Rehabilitation Technology, New Orleans, June 26-30, pp.450-451, 1989.

Beyene N, Jefferds A, Pearlman J, International Training and Research on the Impact of Assistive Technologies for People with Disabilities in India, National Science Foundation Engineering Education Awardees Conference, Reston, VA, February 1-3, 2009.

Ambrosio F, Plassmeyer J, Brown E, Deasy BM, Boninger ML, Goodpaster B, Fitzgerald GK, Huard J, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation: The Skeletal Muscle Fountain of Youth?, Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting, Colorado Springs, CO, February 24-28, 2009,published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. S8, Vol. 88, No. 3, Supplement 1, March 2009.

Pyo J, Pasquina PF, DeMarco M, Wallach R, Santa Ana J, Teodorski E, Cooper RA, Upper Limb Nerve Entrapment Syndromes in Veterans with Lower Limb Amputations, Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting, Colorado Springs, CO, February 24-28, 2009, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. S49, Vol. 88, No. 3, Supplement 1, March 2009.

Chang M, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Fullerton B, Impink BG, Collinger J, Pasquina PF, Real Time Ultrasonography Exam of Elbows on Manual Wheelchair Users, Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting, Colorado Springs, CO, February 24-28, 2009, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. S53, Vol. 88, No. 3, Supplement 1, March 2009.

Dicianno BE, Mahajan H, Cooper RA, Gordon GJ, Algorithms to Improve Target Tracking for Individuals with Spasticity or Rigidity, Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting, Colorado Springs, CO, February 24-28, 2009., published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. S55-S56, Vol. 88, No. 3, Supplement 1, March 2009.

Collins DM, Mobility-Related AT Device Use Among Individuals with Different Types of Multiple Sclerosis, Proceedings of the International Seating Symposium, p. 175, Orlando, FL, March 12-19, 2009.

Souza A, Ding D, Cooper RM, Cooper RA, Kelleher AR, Boninger ML, Impact and Use of Pushrim Power Assist Wheelchairs Among Individuals with Tetraplegia, Proceedings of the International Seating Symposium, p. 119, Orlando, FL, March 12-19, 2009.

Dicianno BE, Lieberman JM, Schmeler M, Rosen L, Scientific Summary of the Current Mobility Related RESNA Position Papers, Proceedings of the International Seating Symposium, pp. 103-104, Orlando, FL, March 12-19, 2009.

Rice I, Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Feedback Training Software, Proceedings of the International Seating Symposium, pp. 121-122, Orlando, FL, March 12-19, 2009.

Grindle GG, Personal Mobility and Manipulation Appliance, Proceedings of the International Seating Symposium, pp. 123-124, Orlando, FL, March 12-19, 2009.

Koontz AM, Wheelchair Transfer Strategies to Preserve Shoulder Function, Proceedings of the International Seating Symposium, pp. 127-129, Orlando, FL, March 12-19, 2009.

Dicianno BE, Enhanced Controls for Persons with Movement Related Disorders, Proceedings of the International Seating Symposium, pp. 145-146, Orlando, FL, March 12-19, 2009.

Karmarkar A, Assessment of Wheelchair Maintenance and Repair Issues in Nursing Homes, Proceedings of the International Seating Symposium, p. 147, Orlando, FL, March 12-19, 2009.

Liu H, Are Titanium Ultralight Wheelchairs Better Than Aluminum Ultralight Wheelchairs?, Proceedings of the International Seating Symposium, pp. 149-150, Orlando, FL, March 12-19, 2009.

McClure L, Implementation of Clinical Practice Guidelines into an Acute Rehab Setting, Proceedings of the International Seating Symposium, pp. 235-236, Orlando, FL, March 12-19, 2009.

Plassmeyer J, Groscost D, Brown E, Fitzgerald GK, Boninger ML, Huard J, Ambrosio F, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Rejuvenates Muscle Stem Cell Regenerative Potential, Mechanisms of Molecular Aging Conference, March 2009.

Koontz AM, Gagnon D, Brindle E, Cooper RA, Positioning the Wheelchair Closer to the Target Surface Reduces Shoulder Muscular Demand for Sitting Pivot Transfers, 4th International State-of-the-art Congress “Rehabilitation: Mobility, Exercise & Sports, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, April 7-9, 2009.

Cooper RA, Wheeled Mobility: Current and Future Developments, 4th International State-of-the-art Congress “Rehabilitation: Mobility, Exercise & Sports, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, April 7-9, 2009.

Lin YS, Koontz AM, Kankipati P, Reliability and Repeatability of Self-Selected Wheelchair Transfer Techniques, American Society of Biomechanics Conference, University Park, PA, August 26-29, 2009.

Myaskovsky L, Eggers SL, Burkitt KH, Oyster ML, Switzer GE, Fine MJ, Boninger ML, A Descriptive Model of Wheelchair Service Delivery, Congress on Spinal Cord Medicine and Rehabilitation, September 23-26, 2009.

Worobey L, Koontz AM, Rice I, Collinger J, Boninger ML, Curve Shape and Analysis of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Overground and on a Dynamometer, Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Fall Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA, October 7-10, 2009.

Cooper RM, Cooper RA, Overview of Assistive Technology for People With Spinal Cord Injuries, Proceedings of the International Spine and Spinal Injuries Conference, p. 84, New Dehli, India, February 22-24, 2008.

Cooper RA, Pearlman J, Cooper RM, International Research and Development: Indian Spinal Injuries Center - University of Pittsburgh Collaboration, pp. 40-41, Proceedings of the International Spine and Spinal Injuries Conference, New Dehli, India, February 22-24, 2008.

Pyo J, Cooper RA, Grindle GG, Quantification of Wheelchair Driving Characteristics During Wheelchair Basketball and Quad Rugby at the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Anaheim, CA, February 19-23, 2008, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. S10, Vol. 87, No. 3 (Supplement), March 2008.

Brose SW, Boninger ML, Fullerton B, McCann T, Mercer J, Impink B, Shoulder Ultrasound Abnormalities, Physical Examination Findings and Pain in Manual Wheelchair Users with Spinal Cord Injury, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Anaheim, CA, February 19-23, 2008, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. S5, Vol. 87, No. 3 (Supplement), March 2008.

Ambrosio F, Ferrari RJ, Locke C, Nozaki M, Fitzgerald K, Carvell GE, Boninger ML, Huard J, Motor Unit Activation Increases the Efficacy of Stem Cell Therapy to Heal Injured Skeletal Muscle, 54th Annual Meeting of the Orthopaedic Research Society, San Francisco CA, March 2-5, 2008.

Broyld T, Mercer JL, Impink BP, Boninger ML, Identifying Clinically Relevant Features of Biceps Tendon Ultrasound Images, National Conference on Undergraduate Research, Salisbury University, April 10-12, 2008.

McGee JB, Boninger ML, Kant PM, Personal Collaborative Learning Websites to Support a Student Scholarly Project Requirement, Association of American Medical Colleges Group on Information Resources Meeting, San Francisco, CA, May 1-3, 2008.

McClure L, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Karmarkar A, Kankipati P, Development of a Transfer Scoring System and Preliminary Data, Institute for Rehabilitation and Research Day, University of Pittsburgh, June 6, 2008.

Yang J, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cowan R, Armfeld D, Impink BG, Longitudinal Changes in Shoulder Imaging in Individuals with Paraplegia, Institute for Rehabilitation and Research Day, University of Pittsburgh, June 6, 2008.

Yang J, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cowan R, Helkowski WM, Impink BG, Longitudinal Median Nerve Health in Wheelchair Users with Paraplegia, Institute for Rehabilitation and Research Day, University of Pittsburgh, June 6, 2008.

Sibenaller S, Ding D, Dicianno BE, Cooper RA, Riviere C, Kinematic Characteristics of Athetoid Movement During Target Acquisition, Institute for Rehabilitation and Research Day, University of Pittsburgh, June 6, 2008.

Rice I, Boninger ML, Price R, Gallagher J, Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Feedback Training Software, Institute for Rehabilitation and Research Day, University of Pittsburgh, June 6, 2008.

Kankipati P, Koontz AM, Turkovich M, Shoulder Joint Loading for Three Types of Lateral Wheelchair Transfers, Institute for Rehabilitation and Research Day, University of Pittsburgh, June 6, 2008.

Collinger JL, Gagnon D, Impink BG, Boninger ML, Psychometric Properties of a Quantitative Ultrasound Testing Protocol to Assess Acute Biceps Tendon Changes Among Manual Wheelchair Users, Institute for Rehabilitation and Research Day, University of Pittsburgh, June 6, 2008.

Gagnon D, Boninger ML, Collinger JL, Impink BG, Koontz AM, Do Stroke Characteristics Change During a High-Intensity 12-Minutes Corridor Wheelchair Propulsion Test in Experienced Manual Wheelchair Users?, Institute for Rehabilitation and Research Day, University of Pittsburgh, June 6, 2008.

Gagnon D, Brindle E, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Upper Extremity Demand During Sitting Transfers in Individuals with Bilateral Lower Extremity Amputation: An Exploratory Study, Institute for Rehabilitation and Research Day, University of Pittsburgh, June 6, 2008.

Cooper RA, Kelleher AR, Chaves E, Cooper RM, Monitoring Community Participation in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury, Congress on Spinal Cord Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kissimmee, FL, August 11-13, 2008, published in Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, p. 333, Vol. 31., No. 3., 2008.

Ferrari R, Distefano G, Nozaki M, Fitzgerald KG, Boninger ML, Huard J, Ambrosio F, The Relationship Between Vascularity and Fibrosis Formation after Skeletal Muscle Injury. International Society for Stem Cell Research, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, June, 2008, Institute for Rehabilitation Research Day, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, August 2008 and Science 2008 Meeting, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA September 2008.

Cooper RA, Lessons Learned from Assistive and Rehabilitative Technology to improve the Utility of Wearable Computing Systems, IEEE Symposium on Wearable Computers, Pittsburgh, PA, September 30, 2008.

Karmarkar A, Collins DM, Tolerico ML, Cooper RA, Assessing Wheelchair-Related Mobility Characteristics for Older Adults in Nursing Care Facilities, ACRM-ASNR Joint Conference, Toronto, Canada, October 15-19, 2008.

Plassmeyer J, Groscost D, Brown E, Fitzgerald GK, Boninger ML, Huard J, Ambrosio F, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Rejuvenates Muscle Stem Cell Regenerative Potential, Science 2008 Meeting, University of Pittsburgh, PA, September 2008 and Institute on Aging Meeting, University of Pittsburgh, PA, December 2008.

Ambrosio F, Plassmeyer J, Brown E, Deasy BM, Boninger ML, Goodpaster B, Fitzgerald GK, Huard J, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation: The Skeletal Muscle Fountain of Youth?, Science 2008 Meeting, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA September 2008, and Institute on Aging Meeting, University of Pittsburgh, PA, December 2008 (Best Junior Faculty Presentation Award).

Dicianno BE, Pathophysiology of Specific Impairments and Disabilities: Common Technology Interventions, International Seating Symposium, p. 189, Orlando, FL, March 8-10, 2007.

Dicianno BE, Dickerson G, Minkel J, Sprigle S, Warren L, That's Not My Responsibility!, International Seating Symposium, p. 113, Orlando, FL, March 8-10, 2007.

Betz K, Cooper RA, Rice I, Dicianno BE, Adaptive Sports: Professional Roles in Supporting Athlete Participation and Performance, International Seating Symposium, p. 181-184, Orlando, FL, March 8-10, 2007.

Pearlman J, Designing Wheeled Mobility Devices for Remote Environments: A Case Study From India, International Seating Symposium, p. 147, Orlando, FL, March 8-10, 2007.

Koontz AM, Betz K, Preserving Upper Limb Function in Wheelchair Users: Application of the Clinical Practice Guidelines, International Seating Symposium, p. 155-156, Orlando, FL, March 8-10, 2007.

Wolf EJ, Whole Body Vibration and Power Wheelchairs, International Seating Symposium, p. 173, Orlando, FL, March 8-10, 2007.

Dicianno BE, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Brown KW, Force Control Strategies While Driving Electric Powered Wheelchairs with Isometric and Movement Sensing Joysticks, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, San Juan, Puerto Rico, April 10-14, 2007, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. 326, Vol. 86, No. 4, April 2007.

Yang J, Boninger ML, Impink BG, Dyson-Hudson TA, Price R, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms and Physical Examination Findings in Manual Wheelchair Users with Spinal Cord Injury, American Spinal Cord Injury Association Annual Meeting, Tampa, FL, May 30-June 2, 2007.

Furui T, Furui M, Shiraishi K, Tuchiya Y, Collins DM, Kawasaki O, Can Gross Motor Function Classification System Predict Functional Limitations Among Older Adults with Cerebral Palsy, World Physical Therapy International Congress, Vancouver, BC, June 2-6, 2007.

Mercer J, Boninger ML, Impink BG, Fullerton BD, Quantitative Ultrasound of the Biceps Tendon in Wheelchair Users and Non-Wheelchair Users, UPMC Institute of Rehabilitation Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA, June 6, 2007.

Cooper RA, A Model for Improving Community Participation: An Example with Wheeled Mobility, No Barriers Festival, Olympic Valley, CA, June 28-July 2, 2007.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Triolo RJ, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Surface EMG Analysis on Shoulder Muscle During Prolonged Wheelchair Propulsion, International Society of Biomechanics Congress, Taipei, Taiwan, July 1-5, 2007.

Koontz AM, Rice I, Cowan R, Boninger ML, Effects of Wheelchair Propulsion Training on Pushrim Kinetics, American Society of Biomechanics Annual Meeting, Stanford University, CA, August 22-25, 2007.

Yarossi M, Kwarciak AM, Forrest G, Dyson-Hudson T, Ramanujam A, Kirshblum S, Boninger ML, Sisto SA, Cole J, Methods for Interpreting Wheelchair Propulsion Biomechanics in Tetraplegia, International Meeting on Upper Limb in Tetraplegia, Philadelphia, PA, September 17-20, 2007.

Cowan R, Zelch T, McPherson N, Boninger ML, Perceived Difficulty of Wheelchair Propulsion by Older Adults: Impact of Wheelchair Weight, ACRM/ANSR Joint Conference, Washington, DC, October 2-4, 2007.

Furui T, Furui M, Shiraishi K, The Life Long Perspective of the Progressive Functional Limitations Based on Types of Mobility Among Individuals with Cerebral Palsy, International Cerebral Palsy Conference, Oulu, Finland, February 2-5, 2006.

Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, The Emergence of Quality of Life Technology, International Symposium on the Development of Orphan Products, Tokyo, Japan, February 2006.

Baker KW, Boninger ML, Cowan R, Lifestyle Factors of Individuals who Use Wheelchairs, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Daytona Beach, FL, March 1-4, 2006, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. 281, Vol. 85, No. 3, March 2006.

Walker H, Boninger ML, Impink BG, Cooper RA, Correlation Between Ultrasonic Median Nerve Characteristics and Clinical Symptoms in Wheelchair Users,Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Daytona Beach, FL, March 1-4, 2006, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. 279, Vol. 85, No. 3, March 2006.

Dicianno BE, Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Advancements in Power Wheelchair Joystick Technology: Effects of Isometric Joysticks and Signal Conditioning on Driving Performance, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Daytona Beach, FL, March 1-4, 2006, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. 250, Vol. 85, No. 3, March 2006.

Furui T, Furui M, Shiraishi K, Tsuchia Y, Rice I, Childhood Interventions and Progressive Functional Limitation Among Adults with Cerebral Palsy at the age of 42, 6th International Congress on Cerebral Palsy, Bled, Slovenia, April 20-22, 2006.

Yang JM, Boninger ML, Impink BG, Ren D, Median Nerve Motor and Sensory Amplitudes in Wheelchair Users with Spinal Cord Injury, American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA)/ International Spinal Cord Society (ISCoS) Annual Meeting, Boston, MA, June 24-28, 2006, published in Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 29, No. 3, 2006.

Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RM The Benefits of Assistive Technology, 52^nd Annual Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Meeting, Las Vegas, NV, September 5-7, 2006.

Martini DL, Pack BC, Chu AW, Khalaf TM, Boninger ML, The Relationship Between Age, BMI, Self-Reported Aggressiveness, and Injury with Novel Measures of Agility and Strength in a Skiiing/Snowboarding Population, 51^st Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Tucson AZ, February 22-26, 2005, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 84, No. 3, pp. 225, March 2005.

Reyes-Littaua MC, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Dyson-Hudson T, Impink BG, Wheelchair Use and Frequency of Transfers Among Persons with Paraplegia, 51^st Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Tucson AZ, February 22-26, 2005, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 84, No. 3, pp. 230, March 2005.

Walker H, Boninger ML, Impink BG, Malkieiwcz AJ, Cooper RA, Ultrasound Evaluation of the Median Nerve Before and After Intense Wheelchair Activity, 51^st Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Tucson AZ, February 22-26, 2005, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 84, No. 3, pp. 210, March 2005.

Wolf EJ, Electric Powered Wheelchairs: Research to Clinical Practice, International Conference on Posture and Mobility, Exeter, UK, pp. 30-31, April 11-15, 2005.

Cooper RA, Manual Wheelchair Selection and Transfer Techniques, International Conference on Posture and Mobility, Exeter, UK, pp. 68-69, April 11-15, 2005.

Mercer J, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Kinetic Analysis of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Over Three Surfaces, Proceedings of the XXth Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics and 29^th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Cleveland State University, OH, CD-ROM, August 1-5, 2005.

Koontz AM, Yang Y, Triolo RJ, Boninger ML, Mercer J, Electomyography of Trunk Muscles During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the XXth Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics and 29^th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Cleveland State University, OH, CD-ROM, August 1-5, 2005.

Kubo J, Yang Y, Ohnabe H, Cooper RA, Cooper R, Okada T, Collins DM, Evaluation of a Newly Designed Water Cushion for Wheelchair Driving, Proceedings of the XXth Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics and 29^th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Cleveland State University, OH , CD-ROM, August 1-5, 2005.

Triolo RJ, Yang Y, Koontz AM, Nogan S, Boninger ML, Effects of Functional Electrical Stimulation on Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the XXth Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics and 29^th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Cleveland State University, OH, CD-ROM, August 1-5, 2005.

Yang Y, Chaves ES, McCrory JL, Acute Muscle Adaptations to a Resistance Exercise, Proceedings of the XXth Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics and 29^th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Cleveland State University, OH, CD-ROM, August 1-5, 2005.

Fitzgerald SG, Are People with Tetraplegia Getting the Best Wheelchair to Meet Their Needs, American Paraplegia Society’s 51^st Annual Conference, Las Vegas , NV, CD-ROM, Sept. 6-8, 2005.

Koontz AM, Fitzgerald SG, Kelleher AR , Spaeth DM, Advances in Power Wheelchair Technology for High Tetraplegia (Symposium), American Paraplegia Society 51^st Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV , CD-ROM, Sept. 6-8, 2005.

Koontz AM, Power Wheelchair Selection: Using Wheelchair Standards to Evaluate Performance, Durability, and Safety, American Paraplegia Society 51^st Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, CD-ROM, Sept. 6-8, 2005.

Cooper RA, Carrying the Torch - Call to Continue the Progress of the Past 25 Years, American Paraplegia Society 51^st Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, CD-ROM, Sept. 6-8, 2005.

Spaeth DM, Advancements in Control Options and Programming, American Paraplegia Society 51^st Annual Conference, Las Vegas , NV , CD-ROM, Sept. 6-8, 2005.

Kelleher AR, Power Wheelchair Seating and Technology, American Paraplegia Society’s 51^st Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, CD-ROM, Sept. 6-8, 2005.

Pearlman J, A Demonstration of the Manufacturing Model of Transferring Wheelchair Technology to Developing Countries,Proceedings of the 20^th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA), Saga City, Japan, p. 178, September 2005.

Collins DM, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Martin SG, Reinsfelder A, Milan R, Benefits of Service Dogs for Older Women, Proceedings of the 20^th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA), Saga City, Japan, pp. 180-181, September 2005.

Kubo J, Yang Y, Ohnabe H, Okada T, Cooper RA, Cooper R, Collins DM, Evaluation of Newly Designed Water Cushion for Wheelchair Users, Proceedings of the 20^th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA), Saga City, Japan, pp. 184-185, September 2005.

Furui T, Boninger ML, Hunt PC, Rice I, Social Participation of Individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries Making the Transition from Walking to Using a Wheelchair, Proceedings of the 20^th Japanese Conference on the Advancement of Assistive and Rehabilitation Technology (RESJA), Saga City, Japan, pp. 188-189, September 2005.

Furui T, Furui M, Shiraishi K, The Gross Motor Function Classification System and Lifelong Changes in Functional Limitation Among Adults with Cerebral Palsy, American Academy for CP and Developmental Medicine Annual Meeting, Orlando, FL, September 14-17, 2005; Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology, Supplement No. 102, Vol. 47, p. 23, September 2005.

Furui T, Shiraishi K, Boninger ML, The Mobility Transitions Among Ambulatory Individuals Living with Cerebral Palsy from Life Long Perspective, World Confederation for Physical Therapy-Asian Western Pacific Region Conference, Korea, October 30-November 1, 2005.

Allegretti A, Fitzgerald SG, Schmeler MR, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Shapcott N, Pelvic Positioning Evaluations for Wheelchair Selection: A Comparison Between In Person and Video Conferencing, Proceedings of the 20^th International Seating Symposium, Vancouver, BC, March 4-6, pp. 215-216, 2004.

Cohen LJ, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Seating and Mobility Script Concordance Test (SMSCT) Validation, Proceedings of the 20th International Seating Symposium, Vancouver, BC, March 4-6, p. 247, 2004.

Dicianno BE, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Mercer JL, Wolf EJ, Weight and Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 83, No. 3, p. 228, March 2004.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Tharkeshwarappa, Ebihara K, Cooper RA, Corrective Forces Required to Balance in a Wheelchair Wheelie, 3rd International Congress, “Restoration of Wheeled Mobility in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation: State of the Art III,” Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, April 19-21, 2004.

Koontz AM, Rice I, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Wheelchair Users with SCI Exhibit Paradoxical Trunk Movement During Propulsion, 3rd International Congress, “Restoration of Wheeled Mobility in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation: State of the Art III,” Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, April 19-21, 2004.

Ding D, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper R, Spaeth DM, Hoover AE, Dvorznak MJ, Wheelchair Usage Pattern: Does Age Matter?, 3rd International Congress, “Restoration of Wheeled Mobility in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation: State of the Art III,” Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, April 19-21, 2004.

Algood SD, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper R, Boninger ML, Impact of a Pushrim Activated Power Assist Wheelchair on the Metabolic Demands, Stroke Frequency, and Range of Motion Among Individuals with Tetraplegia, 30^th American Spinal Cord Association Scientific Meeting, Denver, Colorado, May 14-16, 2004.

Chaves E, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Fitzgerald SG, Gray D, Cooper RA, Application of a Participation System to Assess the Influence of Assistive Technology on the Lives of People with Spinal Cord Injury, 30^th American Spinal Cord Association Scientific Meeting, Denver, Colorado, May 14-16, 2004.

Boninger ML, Hunt PC, Cooper RA, Zafonte RD, Fitzgerald SG, Factors Associated with Wheelchair Type and Quality Among Individuals with Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury, 30^th American Spinal Cord Association Scientific Meeting, Denver, Colorado, May 14-16, 2004.

Sisto SA, Boninger ML, LaFountain M, Wilen J, Dyson-Hudson T, Forrest G, Start/Stop Pushrim Forces of Manual Wheelchair Users with Paraplegia, 3^rd International Congress, “Restoration of Wheeled Mobility in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation: State of the Art III,” Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, April 19-21, 2004.

Cooper RA (Moderator), Fitzgerald SG, Koontz AM, Cooper R, Wheelchairs and Seating, American Paraplegia Society Annual Conference, Las Vegas, Nevada, September 7-9, 2004, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 27, No. 4, p. 403, 2004.

Cooper R, Specialized Seating and Mobility, American Paraplegia Society Annual Conference, Las Vegas, Nevada, September 7-9, 2004, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 27, No. 4, p. 404, 2004.

Cooper RA, Electric Powered Wheelchair Selection and Tuning, American Paraplegia Society Annual Conference, Las Vegas, Nevada, September 7-9, 2004, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 27, No. 4, p. 403, 2004.

Koontz AM, Wheelchair Set-up and Prevention of Secondary Conditions, American Paraplegia Society Annual Conference, Las Vegas, Nevada, September 7-9, 2004, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 27, No. 4, p. 404-405, 2004.

Fitzgerald SG, Epidemiological Outcomes of Wheelchair Service Delivery, American Paraplegia Society Annual Conference, Las Vegas, Nevada, September 7-9, 2004, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 27, No. 4, p. 403-404, 2004.

Fitzgerald SG, Songer T, Rotko A, Transportation Characteristics for Individuals Who Use Wheelchairs, American Paraplegia Society Annual Conference, Las Vegas, Nevada, September 7-9, 2004, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 27, No. 4, p. 421, 2004.

Sisto SA, Boninger ML, LaFountain M, Wilen J, Forrest G, Dyson-Hudson T, Kirshblum S, Pushrim Forces of Manual Wheelchair Users with Paraplegia, American Paraplegia Society Annual Conference, Las Vegas, Nevada, September 7-9, 2004, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 27, No. 4, p. 408, 2004.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Yang Y, Cooper RA, Trunk Movement Patterns and Propulsion Efficiency in Wheelchair Users With and Without Spinal Cord Injury, Proceedings of the 28^th Annual Meeting of the Society of Biomechanics, Portland, Oregon, CD-Rom, September 8-11, 2004.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Triolo R, Cooper RA, EMG Activity of Trunk Muscles During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings of the 28^th Annual Meeting of the Society of Biomechanics, Portland, Oregon, CD- Rom, September 8-11, 2004.

Reker DM, Fitzgerald SG, Hubbard S, Hoenig H, Marquez J, Cowper D, Marshall C, Mann W, Veterans Health Administration National Prothestics Patient Database (NPPD): Preliminary Studies of Validity, ACRM-ASNR Joint Conference, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, September 9 - 12, 2004.

Pearlman J, Zipfel E, Cooper RA, Meeting the Need for Wheelchairs and Other Assistive Technologies in the Developing World: A Call for More Action, Engineers for a Sustainable World National Conference, Palo Alto, CA, September 30-October 2, 2004.

Zipfel E, Pearlman J, Cooper RA, Meeting the Need for Wheelchairs and Other Assistive Technologies in the Developing World, World Bank International Disability Conference, Washington, D.C., November 30-December 1, 2004.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Digiovine CP, Wheelchair Use May Expose People with Disabilities to Harmful Vibrations, VA R&D Impacts 2002-2003, page 25, 2004.

Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Corfman TA, Prins K, Spaeth DM, Arva J, Ammer WA, O'Connor TJ, VA R&D Impacts 2002-2003, page 26, 2004.

Nacopoulos C, Cooper RA, Zipfel E, Designing and Building the Trainer GAME^Wheels for an Interactive Computer System that Promotes Exercise Among Wheelchair Users, Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Meeting, Nashville, TN, October 1-4, 2003.

Koontz AM, Ebihara K, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Impink B, Temporal Characteristics of Real-World Wheelchair Propulsion, Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Toledo, OH, September 25-27, 2003.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, The Association Between Hand Acceleration and Wheelchair Propulsion Kinetics, Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Toledo, OH, September 25-27, 2003.

Labatia I, Boninger ML, Horton J, Gray D, Participation and Assistive Technology in Spinal Cord Injury, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, Vol. 26, No. 1 (Supplement 1), Spring 2003.

Dicianno BE, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Cooper RA, Pain and Social Activity in Spinal Cord Injury, American Journal of Physcial Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 82, No. 3, pp. 242-243, March 2003.

Zhao HH, Liu BY, Boninger ML, Synott M, Zafonte R, Healthcare Trends in Women with Disability in the Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, American Journal of Physcial Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 82, No. 3, pp. 231-232, March 2003.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, What is the Best Way to Propel a Wheelchair?, Proceedings of the 19th International Seating Symposium, Orlando, FL, February 27-March 1, pp. 47-48, 2003.

Boninger ML, Cooper R, Prescribing Wheelchairs for People with Progressive Disorders, Proceedings of the 19th International Seating Symposium, Orlando, FL, February 27-March 1, pp. 105-106, 2003.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Redesigning the Wheelchair Pushrim for Injury Prevention, Proceedings of the 19th International Seating Symposium, Orlando, FL, February 27-March 1, pp. 143-144, 2003.

Guo S, Cooper RA, Wolf EJ, DiGiovine CP, Chaves E, Whole-Body Vibration Analysis of Four Different Wheelchair Cushions, Proceedings of the 19th International Seating Symposium, Orlando, FL, February 27-March 1, pp. 189-190, 2003.

Fitzgerald SG, Songer T, Incidence of Motor-Vehicle Accidents in Individuals who Use Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 19th International Seating Symposium, Orlando, FL, February 27-March 1, pp. 221-222, 2003.

Boninger ML, Souza AL, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Koontz AM, Fay BT, Propulsion Patterns and Pushrim Biomechanics in Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Saudi Journal of Disability and Rehabilitation, p. 259, Vol. 8, No. 4, October-December 2002.

Lam WN, Mak AFT, Tam WC, Cooper RA, Kinematics of the Wrist, Elbow and Shoulder During Manual Wheelchair Maneuvers, Proceedings of the 2^nd Joint Meeting of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society and the Biomedical Engineering Society, Houston, TX, October 23-26, p. 370, 2002.

Cooper RA, Wolf E, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Ulerich R, Ammer WA, Seat and Footrest Vibrations in Manual Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 2^nd Joint Meeting of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society and the Biomedical Engineering Society, Houston, TX, October 23-26, p. 354, 2002.

Guo S, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Development of Power Wheelchair Chin-Operated Force-Sensing Joystick, Proceedings of the 2^nd Joint Meeting of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society and the Biomedical Engineering Society, Houston, TX, October 23-26, p. 351, 2002.

Groves SC, Boninger ML, Fay BT, Fitzgerald SG, Reliability and Validity of Fitt’s Task in Multiple Sclerosis, Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting, Las Vegas, NV, February 27-March 2, 2002.

Richter WM, Axelson PW, Cooper RA, Differences in Propulsion Kinetics Between Wheelchair Dependent and Non-Wheelchair Dependent Users, 26^th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Calgary, Canada, August 4-9, 2002.

Ambrosio F, Boninger ML, Fay B, Souza A, Fitzgerald SG, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, A Biomechanical Analysis of Wheelchair Propulsion in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis, Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, June 5-9, 2002.

Cooper RA, Wheelchairs and Whole Body Vibrations, Proceedings of the Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, September 3-5, p. 41, 2002.

Koontz AM, Manual Wheelchair Use and Upper Extremity Pain and Injury, Proceedings of the Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, September 3-5, pp. 40-41, 2002.

Corfman TA, Cooper RA, A Video-Based Analysis of Electric Powered Wheelchair Tips and Falls, Proceedings of the Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, September 3-5, p. 40, 2002.

Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Pain as a Result of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion in Spinal Cord Injury, Proceedings of the Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, September 3-5, p. 40, 2002.

Fitzgerald SG (Moderator), Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Corfman TA, Risk Factors Associated with Wheelchair Use, Proceedings of the Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, September 3-5, p. 39, 2002.

Cohen LJ, Fitzgerald SG, Trefler E, Boninger ML, McCue M, Evaluating the Comprehensiveness/Effectiveness of Wheelchair and Seating Prescription: A Validity Test of a Clinical Rationale Measure, Proceedings of the 18^th International Seating Symposium, Vancouver, BC Canada, March 7-9, pp. 243-245, 2002.

Schmeler MR, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Vitek M, Using Peer Reviewed Literature and Other Evidence to Justify Wheelchair Seating and Mobility Interventions, Proceedings of the 18^th International Seating Symposium, Vancouver, BC Canada, March 7-9, pp.173-184, 2002.

Mills T, Holm MB, Trefler E, Schmeler MR, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Buning ME, Shapcott N, Cross-Validation of the Functional Evaluation in a Wheelchair (FEW) Instrument with Consumer Goals, Proceedings of the 18^th International Seating Symposium, Vancouver, BC Canada, March 7-9, pp. 237-241, 2002.

Thorman T, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, AT Innovations: Improving the Quality of Life for Individuals with SCI, Abstracts of the American Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, p. 48, 2001.

Fitzgerald S, Cooper RA, O’Connor TJ, Thorman T, The Psychosocial Benefits of Innovated Assistive Technology (#305) , Abstracts of the American Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, p.47, 2001.

Frost KL, Fitzgerald SG, Collins DM, Psychosocial and Functional Impact of Service Dogs Ownership in a Wheelchair Population, Abstracts of the American Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, pg. 49, 2001.

Collins DM, Fitzgerald SG, Assistive Technology and Quality of Life of Individuals with Disabilities, Abstracts of the American Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, pg. 49, 2001.

Fitzgerald SG, Thorman T, Collins DM, Frost K, The Psychosocial Benefits of Innovated Assistive Technology (#305a), Abstracts of the American Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV, p. 48, 2001.

Fitzgerald SG, Innovations and Findings in Current Seating Research, Proceedings of the 17th International Seating Symposium, Orlando, Florida, pp. 39-40, 2001.

Fitzgerald SG, How to Avoid the Pitfalls in Assistive Technology Research, Proceedings of the 17th International Seating Symposium, Orlando, Florida, pp. 121-122, 2001.

Cohen LJ, Fitzgerald SG, Trefler E, Boninger ML, Teaching Clinical Rationale For Seating and Wheeled Mobility Prescription: A Randomized Controlled Trial Of Four Instructional Methods, Proceedings of the 17th International Seating Symposium, Orlando, Florida, pp. 159-160, 2001.

Cooper R, Fitzgerald SG, Thorman T, Application of Research Findings into Clinical Practice, Proceedings of the 17th International Seating Symposium, Orlando, Florida, pp. 155-156, 2001.

Frost K, Fitzgerald SG, Psychosocial and Functional Benefits of Service Dogs, Proceedings of the 17th International Seating Symposium, Orlando, Florida, pp. 189-191, 2001.

Spaeth DM, Cooper RA, Ammer WA, Guo S, Wong C, Boninger ML, The Benefits of Commercial Quality Prototyping-A Case Study of an Isometric Joystick, Proceedings of the 3rd National Department of Veterans Affairs Rehab R&D Conference, Arlington VA, p. 16, 2001.

Guo S, Cooper RA, VanSickle D, Koontz AM, Boninger ML, The Smart^Wheel: Transfer of Technology to Study Wheelchair Propulsion Biomechanics, Proceedings of the 3rd National Department of Veterans Affairs Rehab R&D Conference, Arlington VA, p. 31, 2001.

Reeves S, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Boninger ML, Ammer WA, Development of the Gamecycle Exercise System, Proceedings of the 3rd National Department of Veterans Affairs Rehab R&D Conference, Arlington VA, p. 24, 2001.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Study of an Experimental Electric Powered Mobility Base During Activities of Daily Living, Proceedings of the 3rd National Department of Veterans Affairs Rehab R&D Conference, Arlington VA, p. 15, 2001.

2000

Corfman T, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald S, Arva J, Spaeth DM, Boninger ML, Excursion and Stroke Frequency Differences Between Manual Wheelchair Propulsion and Pushrim-Activated Power-Assisted Wheelchair Propulsion, IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, Vol. 19, No. 6, p. 60, 2000.

Cooper RA, Optimizing Wheelchair Mobility, American Paraplegia Society 46th Annual Conference Program and Abstracts, Las Vegas, NV, p.46, 2000.

Al-Syabi H, Tassick M, Mooney MP, Braun TW, Patrinos J, Hawa N, Cooper RA, Mao JJ, Bone Strain Patterns Before and After Surgical Cuts and Fixation, Journal of Dental Research, Vol. 19, p.161, 2000.

Fay BT, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Gender Differences in the Kinetic Features of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 24th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Chicago IL,pp. 207-208, 2000.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Fay BT, Relating Shoulder Joint Forces and Range of Motion During Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 24th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Chicago IL, pp. 209-210, 2000.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, A Method for Characterizing a Wheelchair Dynamometer, Proceedings 2nd National Department of Veterans Affairs Rehab R&D Conference, Arlington VA, p.203, 2000.

1999

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Towers JD, Cooper RA, Baldwin MA, Propulsion Forces and MRI Evidence of Shoulder Impairment, Proceedings of the 23rd Annual Meeting of the Society of Biomechanics, 1999.

Baldwin M, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Relating Wheelchair Setup to Propulsion Biomechanics, IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, pp. 59-60, Nov/Dec, 1999.

Fay B, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Baldwin M, Gender Differences in the Kinematic Features of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, p. 60, Nov/Dec, 1999.

Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Baldwin M, Comparison of Side-to-Side Wheelchair Propulsion Forces Using an ARMA Modeling Technique, IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, p. 60, Nov/Dec, 1999.

DiCianno BE, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Towers JD, Relationship Between Body Mass Index of Manual Wheelchair Users and Shoulder Pain and Injury, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Orlando, FL, 1999.

Cooper RA, Hotchkiss RD, Wheelchairs in Third World Countries: World Class Design for Indigenous Manufacture, Course Handouts 61st AAPM&R Annual Assembly and Technical Exhibition and 13th World Congress on IFPMR, Washington D.C., p. 39, 1999.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Manual Wheelchair Prescription and Set-up to Prevent Injury, Course Handouts 61st AAPM&R Annual Assembly and Technical Exhibition and 13th World Congress on IFPMR, Washington D.C., p. 153, 1999.

Espejo-DeGuzman MC, Munin MC, Boninger, ML, Penrod LE, Singh J: Predictive Factors for Successful Early Prosthetic Ambulation Among Lower Extremity Amputees, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 80, p.1177, September, 1999.

Kamboh MI, Manzi S, Mehdi H, Fitzgerald SG, Sanghera DK, Kuller LH, Aston CE. Genetic Variation in Apolipoprotein H Affects the Occurrence of Antiphospholipid Antibodies and Apolipoprotein H Concentrations in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Lupus, December, 1999.

Manzi S, Selzer F, Sutton-Tyrrell K, Fitzgerald S, Kuller L. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus is an independent risk factor for atherosclerotic plaque. Arthritis Rheum, S462, 1999.

Selzer F, Sutton-Tyrrell K, Fitzgerald S, Kuller L, Manzi S. Characterisitics of aortic stiffness as measured by pulse wave velocity in women with SLE. Arthritis Rheum, S467, 1999.

Cooper RA, Dvorznak MJ, O'Connor TJ, Boninger ML, and Jones DJ, Braking Electric Powered Wheelchairs: Effect of Braking Method, Seatbelt, and Legrests, Physical Therapy in Perspective, Vol. 3, No. 6, pp. 227-228, 1999.

Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Comparison of Manual Wheelchairs Using ANSI/RESNA Standards, Proceedings 15th Annual International Seating Symposium, pp. 173-174, 1999.

Fitzgerald SG, Trefler E, Bursick T, Joseph R. Evaluation of the benefits of properly fitted wheelchairs in a nursing care facility. Presented at the Conference on Aging, December, 1999. Washington, DC.

Fitzgerald SG, Sutton-Tyrrell K, Kuller L, Manzi S. Follow-up assessment of atherosclerotic vascular disease using duplex scanning in women with SLE. Arthritis Rheum, S1232, 1999.

Sunderhaus C, Cooper RA, DiGiovine CP, DiGiovine MM, Wheelchair Ride: Comfort and Secondary Injury, Proceedings 15th Annual International Seating Symposium, pp. 157-158, 1999.

Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Wheelchair Propulsion Biomechanics and Arm Pain, Proceedings 15th Annual International Seating Symposium, pp. 33-36, 1999.

1998

Cooper RA, DiGiovine CP, Boninger ML, Rentschler AJ, Liu D, Tai C, Effects of Cushion and Back Support on Wheelchair Ride Comfort, Rehabilitation Research and Development Progress Reports, 1998.

Dvorznak MJ, Cooper RA, O’Connor TJ, Boninger ML, Crash Study, Rehabilitation Research and Development Progress Reports, 1998.

Cooper RA, Vangura A, Spruill L, Evaluation of the Yamaha JWII Electric-Powered, Add-on Unit for Manual Wheelchairs, Rehabilitation Research and Development Progress Reports, 1998.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Baldwin MA, Manual Wheelchair User Upper Extremity Pain, Rehabilitation Research and Development Progress Reports, 1998.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Rentschler AJ, Power Wheelchair Comparison Study, Rehabilitation Research and Development Progress Reports, 1998.

Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Wheelchair Ergonomics and Chronic Pain Prevention, Rehabilitation Research and Development Progress Reports, p. 212, 1998.

Oberheim M, Tassick M, Cooper RA, Mao JJ, Effects of Orthopedic Forces on the Articular Eminence, Journal of Dental Research, Vol. 78, p. 125, 1998.

Dvorznak MJ, Inertial and Impact Forces of a Hybrid II Test Dummy During Power Wheelchair Braking, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Conference, Washington, D.C., October, 1998.

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, DiGiovine MM, Rentschler AJ, Boninger ML, Comparison of Two Types of Cross Brace Designs Used on Rehabilitation Wheelchairs, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Conference, Washington, D.C., October, 1998.

Tai C, Cooper RA, DiGiovine MM, Boninger ML, Three-dimensional Vibration Experienced by the Wheelchair and its User, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Conference, Washington, D.C., October, 1998.

Baldwin MA, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Shimada SD, O'Connor TJ, Wheelchair Propulsion Biomechanics and Median Nerve Neuropathy, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Conference, Washington, D.C., October, 1998.

Rentschler AJ, Cooper RA, Gonzalez J, Lawrence B, Boninger ML, VanSickle D, Performance of Selected Lightweight Wheelchairs on ANSI/RESNA Tests, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Conference, Washington, D.C., October, 1998.

Towers JD, Boninger ML, Chandnani VP, Cooper RA, MRI Findings in the Shoulder of Wheelchair Users, Radiology Society of North America, 84th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, 1998.

Cooper RA, Research and People with Disability in American Society, American Association of Spinal Cord Injury Psychologists and Social Workers, Las Vegas, NV, in press, 1998.

Oberheim M, Tassick M, Cooper RA, Mao JJ, Mechanical Stress on Cranofacial Bones upon Orthopaedic Headgear Loading, Journal of Dental Research, Vol. 77 (Special Issue B), pp. 889, 1998.

Kapur R, Tassick M, Cooper RA, Mooney MP, Mao JJ, Effects of Expanding Midpalatal Suture on Strain of Craniofacial Bones, Journal of Dental Research, Vol. 77 (Special Issue B), pp. 758, 1998.

Fitzgerald SG, Manzi S: Cardiovascular Disease as an Indicator for Disability in Lupus Women. Arthritis Rheu, 1998.

1997

Fitzgerald SG, Manzi S, Physical Activity and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Arthritis Rheum 40: S163, 1997.

Selzer F, Sutton-Tyrrell K, Fitzgerald SG, Kuller L, Manzi S, Ultrasound Assessment of Atherosclerotic Plaque in Women with SLE, Arthritis Rheum 40, S303, 1997.

Manzi S, Selzer F, Sutton-Tyrrell K, Fitzgerald SG, Kuller L, Intima-Media Thickness in Women with SLE. Arthritis Rheum 40: S304, 1997.

Cooper RA, VanSickle DP, Boninger ML, Gonzalez JP, Lawrence BL, Rentschler A, Lui D, Woodbury D, Tassick M, Design and Selection Guidelines for Wheelchair Rider Comfort, Rehabilitation Research and Development Progress Reports, pp. 290-291, 1997.

Jones DK, Cooper RA, Albright SJ, Boninger ML, Force Sensors for Control of Power Wheelchairs, Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports, pp. 262-263, 1997.

Dvorznak MJ, Cooper RA, O’Connor TJ, Boninger ML, Braking Study, Rehabilitation Research and Development Progress Reports, pp. 294-295, 1997.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Shimada S, O'Connor TJ and DiGiovine CP, Manual Wheelchair User Upper Extremity Pain, Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports, Vol. 34, pp. 277-278, 1996.

Cooper RA, VanSickle DP, Lawrence BM, Boninger ML, Gonzalez JP and Robertson RN, Design Guidelines for Wheelchair Ride Comfort and Fatigue Life, Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports, Vol. 34, pp. 308-309, 1996.

Boninger ML, Robinson CJ, Whitney S, Redfern MS, and Musolino MC: Minimizing Falls in the Elderly, Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports, Vol. 34, p. 234, 1996.

Cooper RA, Rehabilitation Issues Related to Mobility and Integrated Controls, Spinal Cord Research Symposium, Spinal Cord Research Foundation, Washington, D.C., pp. 11-12, 1996.

Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, and Shimada SD, Wrist Biomechanics During Wheelchair Propulsion: A Full Description Using a Local Coordinate System in 3-D Space, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 77, pp. 972-973, 1996.

Shapcott, Garand, Computer Aided Wheelchair Prescription System (CAWPS), Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports , 1996.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Boninger ML, VanSickle ML, Shimada S, Singelton T, and Langbein WE, Clinical Workstation for Reducing Wheelchair Propulsion Injuries, 1995 Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports, Vol. 33, pp. 303-304, 1996.

Balu GR, Boninger ML, Hung L, Sotereanos DG, Giuliani MJ: Usefulness of Instrumented Compression in the Diagnosis of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation,Vol. 75:2, p. 158, 1996

Cooper RA, Responses of Members of the SCI Community, Neural Prostheses: Motor Systems IV Conference, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 33, No. 2, pp. 187-188, 1996.

Cooper RA, From Patient to Athlete - The Athlete's Perspective, The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, in press, 1996.

Cooper RA, Rehabilitation Research and Its Impact on Consumers, Proceedings Fifth Annual Event of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering, pp. 26-27, 1996.

Croft D, Cleary MJ, Higgs CT, Fitzgerald SG: Assessing the long-term impact of University HIV/AIDS peer education program: lessons from H.O.P.E. Presentation at the Pennsylvania State Association for Health, Education, Recreation, and Dance, Annual Convention, Lancaster, PA December, 1996.

Fitzgerald SG, Songer T, Kelsey S, Manzi S: Socioeconomic factors, quality of life and systemic lupus erythematosus. Arthritis Rheum 39:S71, 1996.

Fitzgerald SG, Fiedor M, Kwoh CK, Corssett S, Papas SN, Wasko MC: Infectious and non-infections complications of joint surgical procedures in rheumatoid arthritis. Arthritis Rheum 39: S174, 1996.

1995

Fitzgerald SG: What parents look for in dance schools. Presentation at the annual meeting of the National Dance Association, Salt Lake City, Utah, February, 1995.

Cooper RA, VanSickle DP, Robertson RN, Boninger ML, Lawrence B, and Gonzalez J, Design and Selection Guidelines for Wheelchair Ride Comfort, Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports 1995, Vol. 33, pp. 302-303, 1995.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Boninger ML, and Langbein WE, Clinical Workstation for Reducing Wheelchair Propulsion Injuries, Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports 1994, Vol. 32, pp. 301-302, 1995.

Cooper RA, VanSickle DP, Robertson RN, Boninger ML, and Albright SJ, Design and Selection Guidelines for Wheelchair Comfort, Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports 1994, Vol. 32, pp. 303-304, 1995.

Brubaker CE, Ulerich PL, Brienza DM, and Cooper RA, Design and Development of a Wheelchair for Enhanced Access, Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports 1994, Vol. 32, pp. 307-308, 1995.

Boninger ML, Wolff M, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Paralympic Weightlifters, American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 74, No. 2, p. 173, 1995.

Baldini FD, Soule-Miller AG, Van Ness JM, and Cooper RA, The Relationship Between Performance Variables and 10K Race Time in Elite Wheelchair Athletes, Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 1995.

1994

Watanabe KT, Cooper RA, Vosse AJ, Baldini FD and Robertson RN, Training Practices of Elite Wheelchair Sports USA Athletes, Palaestra, Vol. 10, No. 3, pp. 8, 1994.

Morjig KM, Baldini FD, Cooper RA, An Update of Dietary Practices of Elite Disabled Athletes, Sports Medicine, Training, and Rehabilitation, Vol. 4, pp. 314, 1994.

Whitman JD, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, An Automated Process to Aid in Wheelchair Selection, Proceedings AAMI Annual Meeting, 1994.

Groer S, Awareness of injury and injury prevention methods in small dance schools: an examination of dance teacher knowledge. Presentation given at the annual meeting of the International Association of Dance Medicine Science, San Francisco, CA, June, 1994.

1993

Cooper RA, Langbein WE, Robertson RN, VanSickle DP, Ensminger G, Albright SJ, Stewart KJ, Shimada S, and Boninger ML, Development and Testing of Clinical Workstation for the Reduction of Wheelchair Propulsion Injuries, Rehabilitation R&D Progress Reports, Vol. 30-31, pp. 395-396, 1992-1993.

Cooper RA, Baldini FD, Robertson RN, Monical SM, and Bedi JF, Peak Wheelchair Ergometry Metabolic Values of Elite Wheelchair Athletes, Palaestra, Vol. 9, No. 3, pp. 10-11, 1993.

Cooper RA, Design of a Composite Monocoque Frame Racing Wheelchair, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 30, No. 2, pp. X, 1993.

1992

Cooper RA, Baldini FD, Robertson RN, Vosse AJ, and Monical S, Pulmonary Function of Elite Wheelchair Athletes, Palaestra, Vol. 8, No. 4, pp. 10, 1992.

Pettit DP, Robertson RN, Cooper RA, Development of a Dynamometer for Measuring Dynamic Hand Function, Journal of Biomechanics, 1992.

Cooper RA, Ster III, JF, An Investigation of Retinal Detachment and Neck Exercise, Journal of Biomechanics, 1992.

Baldini FD, Cooper RA, Jones D, Robertson RN, Widman L, Economical Aspects of Wheelchair Propulsion, Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, vol. 24, no. 5, S32, 1992.

Jones D, Baldini FD, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Widman L, Economical Aspects of Wheelchair Propulsion, Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, vol. 24, no. 5, S32, 1992.

Jones D, Baldini FD, Cooper RA, Monical S, Ten Kilometer Performance and Predicted Velocity at VO2peak Among Well-Trained Wheelchair Racers, Sports Medicine, Training and Rehabilitation, Vol.3, No.3, pp. 233, 1992.

Groer S, Effects of supplemental conditioning methods on professional ballet dancers. Presentation at the Annual State Systems of Higher Education, April 1992.

1991

Boninger ML, Leonard J, Davidoff G: Use of Bivalved Ankle-Foot Orthosis in Neuropathic Foot and Ankle Lesions, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 72:782, 1991.

Cooper M, Cooper RA, Faria I, A Comparison of Torque Production of Clip-In Pedals and Conventional Toe Clips and Cleats, Journal of Biomechanics, 1991.

MacLeish M, Cooper RA, Baldini FD, Correlation of Wheelchair Racer's Anthropometric, Chair, and Interface Dimensions, American Association of Physical Education Recreation and Dance, 1991.

Baldini FD, Cooper RA, Monical S, Bedi JF, Peak Oxygen Uptake of Elite Wheelchair Athletes During Arm Ergometry, American College of Sports Medicine, 1991.

Baldini FD, Cooper RA, Jones D, Body Composition of Elite Wheelchair Athletes, American Association of Physical Education Recreation and Dance, 1991.

1990

Baldini FD, Skinner BF, Cooper RA, The Economy of Synchronous (SYN) and Asynchronous (ASYN) Wheelchair Propulsion, American College of Sports Medicine South West Conference, 1990.

Timcho E, Collinger JL, Rice I, Koontz AM, Effects of Surface and Speed on Biomechanics Variables During Steady-State Wheelchair Propulsion (Honorable Mention), Proceedings of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America Conference, CD-Rom, June 23-27, 2009.

Dicianno BE, Winful C, Cooper RA, Spaeth DM, Mahajan H, Isometric Joystick Control Interfaces for Individuals with Spastic Cerebral Palsy (Best Faculty Research Paper), Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Anaheim, CA, February 19-23, 2008, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. S2, Vol. 87, No. 3 (Supplement), March 2008.

Leath J, Yang J, Boninger ML, Nerve Conduction Study Findings in Manual Wheelchair Users with Spinal Cord Injury (Best Medical Student Paper), Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Anaheim, CA, February 19-23, 2008, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. S2-3, Vol. 87, No. 3 (Supplement), March 2008.

Kankipati P, Koontz AM, Turkovich M, Shoulder Joint Loading for Three Types of Lateral Wheelchair Transfers, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Hiremath S, Ding D, Koontz AM, Estimating Temporal Parameters of Wheelchair Propulsion based on Hand Acceleration (Honorable Mention), Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Ambur V, Ding D, Smailagic A, Siewiorek D, French B, Koontz AM, Accelerometry-Based Classification of Wheelchair Propulsion Patterns Using Machine Learning Techniques (Honorable Mention), Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Turkovich M, Koontz AM, Cowan R, Rice I, Boninger ML, The Effect of Shoulder Position on Pushrim Forces during Overground Manual Wheelchair Propulsion (Honorable Mention), Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Arlington VA, CD-ROM, June 26-30, 2008.

Mishey E, Fitzgerald SG, Authier E, Cooper RA, Boninger DS, The GAMECycle Exercise System: Feature Improvement, Proceedings of the Annual RESNA Conference, Phoenix, AZ, CD-ROM, June 15-19, 2007.

McCann T, Boninger ML, Fullerton B, Impink BG, Correlation of Ultrasound Abnormalities and Shoulder Pain in the Manual Wheelchair User, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Daytona Beach, FL, March 1-4, 2006, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 248-249, Vol. 85, No. 3, March 2006.

Modjoros M, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, The Role of Marriage and Children on Social Participation and Depression in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Daytona Beach, FL, March 1-4, 2006, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, pp. 247-248, Vol. 85, No. 3, March 2006.

Chaves ES, Cooper RA, Community Participation Assessment of Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury, Proceedings of the 29^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, GA, in press, June 22-26, 2006.

Walker H, Boninger ML, Impink BG, Malkieiwcz AJ, Cooper RA, Ultrasound Evaluation of the Median Nerve Before and After Intense Wheelchair Activity, 51^st Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Tucson AZ, February 22-26, 2005, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 84, No. 3, pp. 210, March 2005.

Khalaf TM, Boninger ML, Impink BG, Malkiewicz AJ, Cooper RA, Ultrasonographic Changes to the Biceps Tendon Related to Exercise, 51^st Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Tucson AZ, February 22-26, 2005, published in American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Vol. 84, No. 3, pp. 201-202, March 2005.

2004

Dicianno BE, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Mercer JL, Wolf EJ, Weight and Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Association of Academic Physiatrists 40th Annual Conference, Albuquerque, NM, February 24-29, 2004.

Kaminski BA, Adaptation of a Baby Seat for Attachment to a Wheelchair, Proceedings of the 27^th Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, FL, CD-Rom, June 20-22, 2004.

Nacopoulos C, Cooper RA, Zipfel E, Designing and Building the Trainer GAMEWheels for an Interactive Computer System that Promotes Exercise Among Wheelchair Users, Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Meeting, Nashville, TN, October 1-4, 2003.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, The Association Between Hand Acceleration and Wheelchair Propulsion Kinetics, Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics, Toledo, OH, September 25-27, 2003.

Zhao HH, Liu BY, Boninger ML, Synott M, Zafonte R, Healthcare Trends in Women with Disability in the Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, Association of Academic Physiatrists 38th Annual Meeting, Fort Lauderdale, FL, March 26-29, 2003.

Yang Y, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, The Effect of Hand Contact Speed on Wheelchair Propulsion Kinetics, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Chaves E, Koontz AM, Garber S, Cooper RA, Williams AL, Clinical Evaluation of a Wheelchair Mounted Robotic Arm, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Rentschler AJ, Cooper RA, Blasch B, Boninger ML, Evaluation of the VA-PAMAID Robotic Walker, Proceedings of the 26^th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, CD-Rom, 2003.

Ambrosio F, Boninger ML, Fay B, Souza A, Fitzgerald SG, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, A Biomechanical Analysis of Wheelchair Propulsion in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis (Best Paper in Research in Multiple Sclerosis), Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, June 2002.

Dvorznak M, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Fitzgerald SG, Corfman T, Comparison of Hybrid III ATD and Wheelchair User at Select Speeds, Proceedings of the 25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, pp. 342-344, 2002.

Groves SC, Boninger ML, Fay BT, Fitzgerald SG, Reliability and Validity of Fitt’s Task in Multiple Sclerosis, Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting, Las Vegas, NV, February 27-March 2, 2002.

Dicianno BE, Boninger ML, Towers JD, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Wheelchair Propulsion Forces and MRI Evidence of Shoulder Injury, Association of Academic Physiatrists 37^th Annual Meeting, Hilton Head, SC, 2001.

Algood D, Cooper RA, Rentschler AJ, Vitek JM, Ammer WA, Wolf EJ, Power and Control System Testing of Five Different Types of Power Wheelchairs, Proceedings of the 24^th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 421-423, 2001.

Dvorznak MJ, Cooper RA, Corfman TA, Modification of Hybrid III Test Dummy for Use In Wheelchair Studies, Proceedings of the 24^th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, 2001.

Fay BT, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Considering Gender Differences in Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Kinetics: Use of a Pushrim Force Ratio, Proceedings of the 24^th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 277-279, 2001.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Fay BT, Dietzer J, Scapula Orientation in a Virtual Wheelchair Push, Proceedings of the 24^th Annual RESNA Conference, Reno, NV, pp. 415-417, 2001.

2000

Corfman T, Cooper RA, Fitzgerald SG, Arva J, Spaeth DM, Boninger ML, Excursion and Stroke Frequency Differences between Manual Wheelchair Propulsion and Pushrim Activated Power Assisted Propulsion, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 510-512, 2000.

Souza AL, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Fay BT, Cooper RA, A Kinetic Analysis of Propulsion Patterns in Manual Wheelchair Users, Proceedings 23rd Annual RESNA Conference, Orlando, Florida, pp. 405-407, 2000.

Dicianno BE, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Towers JD, Relationship Between Body Mass Index of Manual Wheelchair Users and Shoulder Pain and Injury, 35^th Annual Meeting of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, Orlando, FL, 1999.

Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Baldwin MA, Comparison of Side-to-Side Wheelchair Propulsion Forces using an ARMA Modeling Technique, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, pp. 379-381, 1999.

Baldwin MA, Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Relating Wheelchair Set-up to Propulsion Biomechanics, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, 373-375, 1999.

Fay BT, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Koontz AM, Baldwin MA, Gender Differences in the Kinematic Features of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 22nd Annual RESNA Conference, Long Beach, California, 376-378, 1999.

1998

DiGiovine CP, Cooper RA, DiGiovine MM, Boninger ML, Robertson R, Digital Filtering of Kinematics Of Racing Wheelchair Propulsion, Proceedings 20th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, Hong Kong, CD-ROM, 1998.

Baldwin MA, Boninger ML, Shimada SD, Cooper RA, O’Connor TJ, A Relationship Between Pushrim Kinetics and Median Nerve Dysfunction, Proceedings 21st Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, in press, 1998.

VanSickle DP, Cooper RA and Robertson RN, SMARTWHEEL: Development of a Digital Force and Moment Sensing Pushrim, Proceedings 18th Annual RESNA Conference, Vancouver, BC, pp. 352-354, 1995.

VanSickle DP, and Cooper RA, Experimental Determination of Stress Distribution Due to Dynamic Loads for Use with Finite Elements, Proceedings 17th Annual RESNA Conference, Nashville, TN, pp.575-577, 1994.

Ensminger GJ, Heil TA, VanSickle DP, Cooper RA, Ster III, JF, The Design of Foot Actuated Control Interface, Proceedings 17th Annual RESNA Conference, Nashville, TN, pp.552-554, 1994.

VanSickle DP and Cooper RA, Demonstration of a Methodology for Wheelchair Acceleration Analysis, Proceedings 15th Annual IEEE/EMBS International Conference, San Diego, CA, Vol. 15, No. 3, pp. 1301-1302, 1993.

Heil T., Design of a dynamic wheelchair brake, Proceedings RESNA International '92, Toronto, Canada, pp. 643-645, 1992.

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Toosi KK, Laferrier JZ, State of the Science: Diagnostic Ultrasound, Paraplegia News, pp. 20-21, Vol. 63, No. 1, January 2009.

Cooper RA, Action!, pp. 35-37, Sports 'N Spokes, Vol. 35, No. 3, March 2009.

Sporner M, Best Care Practices for Polytrauma, Paraplegia News, pp. 42-44, Vol. 63, No. 4, April 2009.

Cooper RA, Olson J, Cooper RM, Power Chair Lingo, Paraplegia News, pp. 32-36, Vol. 63, No. 5, May 2009.

Heiner CM, Cooper RA, Pasquina PF, Rehab Road Map, Paraplegia News, pp. 46-52, Vol. 62, No. 2, 2008.

Sibenaller S, Sporner M, Bright Ideas for Better Living, Paraplegia News, pp. 32-34, Vol. 62, No. 4, 2008.

Cooper RA, Cooper RM, Wheeling Through the World, Sports 'N Spokes, pp. 41-42, Vol. 34, No. 2, 2008.

McClure L, Kankipati P, State-of-the-Science Workshop on Spinal Cord Injury, Paraplegia News, pp. 68-69, Vol. 62, No. 7, July 2008.

Cooper RA, Schmeler M, Cooper RM, Perplexing Power Chair Policies, Paraplegia News, pp. 42-46, Vol. 62, No. 8, August 2008..

Sporner ML, McClure LA, From Research to Clinical Practice, Paraplegia News, pp. 30-31, Vol. 61., No. 2, February 2007.

Heiner CM, Cooper RA, State of the Science, Paraplegia News, pp. 52-59, Vol. 61, No. 3, March 2007.

Cooper RA, R&D - What it Means to You, Sports ‘N Spokes, pp. 50-54, Vol. 33, No. 2, March 2007.

Cooper EA, Cooper RM, Vertical Value: Whether Sitting or Standing, Vertical Movement Has Its' Advantages!, Paraplegia News, pp. 34-38, Vol. 61, No. 8, August 2007.

Sibenaller S, Souza A, Research Update: State of the Science Workshop, Paraplegia News, pp. 39-41, Vol. 61, No. 8, August 2007.

Seelman KD, Collins DM, Bharucha AJ, Osborn J, Giving Meaning to Quality of Life Through Technology, Nursing Homes Magazine, pp. 40-42, Vol. 56, No. 10, October 2007.

Boninger ML, Koontz AM, Guidelines on Upper Limb Function, Paraplegia News, pp. 42-44, Vol. 60, No. 3, March 2006.

Cooper RA, James J. Peters Memorial Lecture - Carrying the Torch: A Call to Build Upon the Progress of the Past 25 Years, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, pp. 5-9, Vol. 29, No. 1, 2006.

Cooper RA, Wheelchair Standards: Its All About Quality Assurance and Evidence-Based Practice, Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, pp. 93-94, Vol. 29, No. 2, 2006.

Dicianno BE, Wheelchair Prescription in Adult Spina Bifida, Crossroads, p. 13, Summer 2006.

Karmarkar A, Pearlman J, Zipfel E, India: Making Mobility Real, Paraplegia News, pp. 12-16, Vol. 60, No. 8, August 2006.

Cooper RA, Cooper RM, Powering On, Paraplegia News, pp. 13-20, Vol. 60, No. 9, September 2006.

Cooper RA, A Call to Action, Paraplegia News, p. 74, Vol. 60, No. 10, October 2006.

Furui T, MS Propulsion Study, Paraplegia News, Vol. 59, No. 2, pp. 60-61, February 2005.

Cooper RA, Top 10 Advances, Paraplegia News, Vol. 59, No. 3, pp. 49-50, March 2005.

Heiner CM, Cooper RA, A Boost for Quality of Life, Paraplegia News, Vol. 59, No. 4, pp. 51-56, April 2005.

Authier E, "State of the Science" Workshop, Paraplegia News, Vol. 59, No. 7, pp. 72-73, July 2005.

Cooper RA, 25 Years of Excellence - The 2005 National Veterans Wheelchair Games, Army Magazine, Vol. 55, No. 9, pp. 17-20, September 2005.

Leister L, Research to Clinical Practice for Spinal Cord Injury, Paraplegia News, Vol. 59, No. 9, pp. 13-15, September 2005.

Fitzgerald SG, Collins DM, The Working Life of Service Dogs: Companionship, Assistance, and Love, Rehab and Community Care Medicine, Vol. 14, No. 3, pp. 18-19, Fall 2005.

Schmeler MR, Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Cooper R, Freestyle Seating, Rehab Management, Vol. 17, No. 1, pp. 38-42, January/February 2004.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Schmeler M, Boninger ML, Push for Power, Rehab Management, Vol. 17, No. 2, pp. 32-36, March 2004.

Boninger ML, The Art of Wheelchair Propulsion, SCI Life, Vol. 1, No. 1, p. 7, Summer 2004.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Schmeler M, Kelleher A, Innovations in Design: Advances in Wheelchair Technology Make for an Easy-Access World, Advance for Directors in Rehabilitation, Vol. 13, No. 8, pp. 25-28, August 2004.

Heiner CM, Stankovic PL, Decade of Excellence, Paraplegia News, pp. 47-54, December 2004.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Choosing a Manual Wheelchair: Understanding Quality Standards, Clinical Notes, pp. 1-12, Winter 2004.

Cooper RA, Voice Your Opinions About Rehabilitation Research at the National Institutes of Health, RESNA News, p. 8, Winter 2004.

Schmeler MR, Kelleher A, Cooper RA, Cooper R, Show Me the Money: Medicare Coverage Policies for Wheelchairs Can Be Restrictive and Outdated, Advance for Directors in Rehabilitation, Vol. 12, No. 10, pp. 31-34, October 2003.

Koontz AM, Boninger ML, Proper Propulsion, Rehab Management, Vol. 16, No. 6, pp. 18-22, July 2003.

Cooper RA, Wheelchair and Seating Standards Roll Along, RESNA News, pp. 4-5, Spring 2003.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Time to Mobilize: 21st Annual Survey of Lightweight-Wheelchair Manufacturers, Sports ‘N Spokes, Vol. 29, No, 2, pp. 34-42, March 2003.

Collins D, Cooper R, Cooper RA, Schmeler M, Strengthening Justification for Assistive Technology with Research Findings: A Case Study, RESNA News, p. 1, Spring 2002.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Boninger ML, 20 Years and Still Going Strong: 20^th Annual Survey of Lightweight Wheelchairs, Sports ‘N’ Spokes, Vol. 28, No. 2, pp. 35-45, March 2002.

Schmeler M, Boninger ML, Cooper R, Burden of Proof: Use Evidence to Justify Wheelchair Seating Interventions, Advance for Directors in Rehabilitation, Vol. 11, No. 2, pp. 25-26, February 2002.

Fay B, Thorman TA, Cooper R, The Yin and Yang of Wheelchair Use: Addressing Gender Based Differences in Wheelchair Users, Rehab Management, Vol. 14, No. 2, pp. 30-47, 2001.

Cooper RA, Report on the “White House Forum: Technologies for Successful Aging”, RESNA News, p. 2, Spring 2001.

Fitzgerald SG, Thorman T, Cooper R, Cooper RA, Evaluating Wheelchair Seat Cushions, Rehab Management, Vol. 14, No. 1, pp. 42-45, 2001.

2000

Cooper RA, Flush the Swoosh! Why you Should Boycott Nike Products, WE Magazine, November 16, 2000.

Cooper RA, Schmeler M, Cooper R, Thorman T, Boninger ML, On the Lighter Side: Studies Show Ultralight Manual Wheelchairs Have the Advantage for Long Term Users, ADVANCE for Providers of Post-Acute Care, Vol. 3, No. 11, pp. 71-73, 2000.

Cooper RA, The Health Care Financing Administration – Medicare Coverage Advisory Committee, RESNA News, May-June 2000.

Cooper RA, Schmeler MR, Cooper R, Boninger ML, Advanced Seating Systems: Part II, REHAB Management, Vol. 13, No. 3, pp. 60-65, 2000.

Cooper RA, Schmeler MR, Cooper R, Boninger ML, Advances Seating Systems: Part I, REHAB Management, Vol. 13, No. 2, pp. 58-61, 2000.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Walking on Your Hands, Paraplegia News, vol. 53, no. 3, pp. 12-16, 1999.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Smart Selection, Sports ‘N Spokes, vol. 25, no. 2, pp. 23-26, 1999.

Shapcott, N, Levy B, By the Numbers: Making the Case for Clinical Use of Pressure Measurement Mat Technology to Prevent the Development of Pressure Ulcers, Team Rehab Report, pp. 16-19, January 1999.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, Electric Powered Wheelchairs on the Move, Physical Therapy Products, July/August, pp. 22-24, 1998.

Cooper RA, Cooper R, How to Get the Maximum Out of a Manual Wheelchair, Physical Therapy Products, May/June, pp. 32-34, 1998.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Robertson RN, Heavy Handed: Repetitive Strain Injury Among Manual Wheelchair Users, Team Rehab Report, February, Vol. 9, No. 2, pp. 35-38, 1998.

Rizzo C, Koontz AM, Controlling His Environment, Team Rehab Report, pp. 26-30, March 1998.

1997

Boninger, ML: Development of a Modular Graduate Curriculum in Rehabilitation Science and Technology, Technology SIS Newsletter, The American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc., March, 1997.

Cooper RA, Axelson PW, Powered to Perform, Home Health Care Dealer, May/June, Vol. 9, No. 3, pp. 49-56, 1997.

Cooper RA, Taking a Stand: Understanding Stand-Up Wheelchairs, Advance, Vol. 6, No. 5, pp. 11-13, 1997.

Cooper RA, The Basics: Choosing a Manual Wheelchair, New Mobility, Vol. 7, No. 32, pp. 56-57, 1996.

O’Connor TJ, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Three-Dimensional Kinematic Analysis of Racing Wheelchair Propulsion, Wheelchair Sports USA Newsletter, pp. 8-10, Winter 1996.

Cooper RA, Cushions and Sports Performance, Wheelchair Sports USA Newsletter, Summer/Fall, pp. 10-11, 1995.

Cooper RA, Training Grant Available, Wheelchair Sports USA Newsletter, Summer/Fall, p. 13, 1995.

Cooper RA, Racing Chair Lingo: Talking the Talk to Win the Race, Sports 'N Spokes, Vol. 21, No. 2, pp. 71-78, 1995.

Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Musculoskeletal Causes of Upper Extremity Pain in Wheelchair Athletes, Wheelchair Sports USA Newsletter, Fall, pp. 20-22, 1994.

Cooper RA, Boninger ML, Robertson RN, Wheelchair Racing and Blood Lactate Accumulation, Wheelchair Sports USA Newsletter, Summer, pp. 15-17, 1994.

Boninger ML, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Neurologic Causes of Upper Extremity Pain in Wheelchair Athletes, Wheelchair Sports USA Newsletter, Summer, pp. 5-6 & 15, 1994.

Cooper RA, Baldini FD, Asato KT, Robertson RN, Training Practices of Athletes Who Participated in the NWAA Training Camps, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Fall, 1993.

Cooper RA, Baldini FD, Robertson RN, Langbein WE, Pulmonary Function and Wheelchair Athletes, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Spring, pp. 12-13, 1993.

Morjig KM, Baldini FD, Cooper RA, Robertson RN, Manore MM, Dietary Practices of Elite Wheelchair Athletes, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Winter, pp.19-20, 1993.

Robertson RN, Cooper RA, and Baldini FD, Biomechanics of Racing Wheelchair Propulsion, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Fall, pp. 9-11, 1992.

Cooper RA, Robertson RN, and Baldini FD, The Physics of Wheelchair Field Events, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Summer, pp.13-16, 1992.

Cooper RA, Impressions from the USOC Coaching Symposium: Developing Quality Coaching, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Spring, pp.10-11, 1992.

Baldini FD, Cooper RA, and Robertson RN, Factors That Effect Ten Kilometer Race Performance, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Spring, pp.7-8, 1992.

Stewart KJ, Cooper RA, Baldini FD, Watanabe KT, and Robertson RN, Heart Rate Synchronization and Control: NWAA's Elite Archers and Shooters, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Winter, pp.6-7, 1992.

Cooper RA, La Ciencia Del Atletismo En Silla De Ruedas: Una Revision, Venciendo Barreras, Vol.4, No.3, pp.9-14, 1991.

Cooper RA, El Atleta en Silla de Ruedas, Venciendo Barreras, Vol.4, No.2, pp.16-23, 1991.

Robertson RN, Cooper RA, and Baldini FD, Kinematics of Wheelchair Propulsion, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Summer, pp.10-11, 1991.

Cooper RA, Definition of a Fast Sprinter, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Summer, pp.14-15, 1991.

Cooper RA, 1991 Developmental and Elite Athlete Training Camp, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Spring, pp.1, 1991.

Cooper RA, Technology and Wheelchair Sports, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Fall, pp.17-18, 1990.

Cooper RA, USOC/NWAA Multi-Sport Training Camp, National Wheelchair Athletic Association Newsletter, Spring, pp.1, 1990.

Cooper RA, Wheelchair Racing Comes of Age, Occupational Therapy Week, Vol.4, No.41, pp.40-41, 1990.

Cooper RA, Racing Chair Lingo...or how to order a Racing Wheelchair, Sports 'N Spokes, Vol. 13, No. 6, pp.26-32, 1988.

Brookes PD, Cooper RA, Plan for Equalizing Track Competition, Sports 'N Spokes, Vol.13, No. 3, pp. 13-14, 1987.

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Gailey RS, Cooper RA, Sports - Medicine for the Disabled. The Time for Specialization in Prosthetics and Orthotics is Now, Prosthetics and Orthotics International, in press.

Cooper RA, In Memoriam: Men Beyond Measure, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, pp. xvii-xviii, Vol. 45, No. 9, 2008.

Boninger ML, Stripling TE, Letter to the Editor: Preserving Upper-Limb Function in Spinal Cord Injury, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, p. 817, Vol. 88, No. 6, June 2007.

Boninger ML, Powered up for Wheelchair Access, The Washington Times, August 4, 2004.

Cooper RA, Seelman KD, Letter, “Inclusion of People With Disabilities,” Science, Vol. 300, p. 1877, June 20, 2003.

Cooper RA, In Memoriam: Dr. Thomas J. O’Connor, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, p. 625, Vol. 39, No. 6, November/December 2002.

Cooper RA, Editorial on “Wheelchair Users are not Necessarily Wheelchair Bound”, Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, pp. 771-772, Vol. 50, No. 4, April 2002.

Cooper, RA, Editorial on “Improvements in Mobility for People with Disabilities”, Medical Engineering & Physics, Vol. 23, 2001.

Cooper RA, Editorial on “Wheelchair Users are not Necessarily Wheelchair Bound”, Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, in press, April 2002.

Cooper RA, Advances in Wheelchair and Related Technologies, Guest Editorial, Medical Engineering and Physics, pp. iii-iv, Vol. 23, No. 4, 2001.

Cooper RA, Wheelchairs and Related Technology for the Millenium, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Vol. 37, No. 3, pp. xiii-xvi, 2000.

Cooper RA, Maximizing Mobility, Editorial, Frontlines, Vol. 2, No. 4, October 1999.

1998

Cooper RA, Wheelchair Research and Development for People with Spinal Cord Injury, Guest Editorial, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, p. xi, Vol. 35, No. 1, 1998.

R.A. Cooper, Wheelchair Propulsion Ergonomics and Related Kinetics, Guest Editorial, Saudi Journal of Disability and Rehabilitation, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. VI, 1998.

R.A. Cooper and C.E. Brubaker, A Memorial to Roger M. Glaser, Ph.D., Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, Guest Editorial, Vol. 35, No. 4, pp. VII-IX, 1998.

R.A. Cooper, M.L. Boninger, R.N. Robertson, P.W. Axelson , Special Section on Wheeled Mobility, Guest Editorial , IEEE Transactions on Rehabilitation Engineering, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 121-122, 1996.

R.A. Cooper, Letter “Analysis of Wheelchair Track Performances”, Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, Vol. 21, No. 2, pp. 235-236, 1989.

Cooper RA, Editor, Innovation in Rehabilitation Engineering (Introduction), 16th Annual EMBS International Workshop Proceedings, Baltimore, MD, p. 1-3, November 2, 1994.

Cooper RA, Rules Editor and Records Editor, Competition Rules for Athletics: Track and Field, Road Racing, World, National, and American Records, Wheelchair Athletics U.S.A., National Governing Body for Athletics of the National Wheelchair Athletic Association, 1990-1991.

Cooper RA, About the Author: John Hockenberry, Moving Violations, Assistive Technology, p. 160, Vol. 8, No. 2, 1996.

Michael L. Boninger, MD
College of Fellows, American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE), 2003
Outstanding Faculty, University of Pittsburgh, Honors Convocation, 2003
Health Care Hero Award for Innovations & Research, 2002

Alegretti, Ana:
Fellow, JHF/Coro Pittsburgh Health Sciences Fellowship, 2003

Collins, Diane
RESNA-Whitaker Foundation Student Scientific Paper Contest – Honorable Mention
Collins DM, Fitzgerald SG, Martin SG, Impink B, Cooper RA, Satisfaction of Individuals in the Community with Wheelchairs and Service Delivery, Proceedings of the 26th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, in press, 2003.

Rentschler, Andrew
RESNA-Whitaker Foundation Student Scientific Paper Contest Winner
Rentschler AJ, Cooper RA, Blasch B, Boninger ML, Evaluation of the VA-PAMAID Robotic Walker, Proceedings of the 26th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, in press, 2003.

Chaves, Eliana
RESNA-Whitaker Foundation Student Scientific Paper Contest Winner
Chaves E, Koontz AM, Garber S, Cooper RA, Williams AL, Clinical Evaluation of a Wheelchair Mounted Robotic Arm, Proceedings of the 26th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, in press, 2003.

Yang, Yusheng
RESNA-Whitaker Foundation Student Scientific Paper Contest Winner
Yang Y, Koontz AM, Cooper RA, Boninger ML, The Effect of Hand Contact Speed on Wheelchair Propulsion Kinetics, Proceedings of the 26th Annual RESNA Conference, Atlanta, Ga, in press, 2003.

Effectiveness of Rear Suspension in Reducing Shock Exposure to Manual Wheelchair Users During Curb Descents.

25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, June 2002.
Winner of a travel scholarship, “Outstanding Paper Award” for the VA’s Rehabilitation Research & Development, 3rd annual conference “Rehabilitation Research for the Twenty-First Century: The New Challenges” in Arlington, VA on February 10-12, 2002.

Trunk Movement Adaptations During Wheelchair Propulsions at Two Speeds and Load Conditions.

25^th Annual RESNA Conference, Minneapolis, MN, June 2002.

Algood, David:
RESNA-Whitaker Foundation Student Scientific Paper Contest Winner
Power and Control System Testing of Five Different Types of Power Wheelchairs
Proceedings 24th Annual RESNA Conf. Reno, NV, pp. 421-423, 2001.
Rory A. Cooper & Dion Johnson Student Paper Award - RST, May, 2001

Cooper, Rory:
RESNA Mentor (counseling and nurturing others in rehabilitation and Assistive technology) Award, 2002
RESNA Fellow, 2002
US Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Olin Teague Award, 2002

Honorary Professorship, Jockey Club Rehabilitation Engineering Centre, Hong Kong, (2001-2002)
IEEE-USA Professional Leadership Award (2001)
Dion Johnson Foundation Spinal Cord Injury Research Award (2001)

DiCianno, Brad:
Athena Award: Best Medical Student Platform Paper Presentation
Wheelchair Propulsion Forces and MRI Evidence of Shoulder Injury
Association of Academic Physiatrists 357th Annual Meeting, 2001.

Dvorznak, Michael:
RESNA- Whitaker Foundation Student Scientific Paper Contest Winner
Modification of Hybrid III Test Dummy for Use In Wheelchair Studies
Proceedings 24th Annual RESNA Conf. Reno, NV, pp. 424-426, 2001.

Fay, Brian:
RESNA-Whitaker Foundation Student Scientific Paper Honorable Mention
Considering Gender Differences in Manual Wheelchair Proulsion Kinetics: Use of a Pushrim Force Ratio. Proceedings 24th Annual RESNA Conf. Reno, NV, pp. 277-279, 2001.
ASB Graduate Grant-n-Aid: January 2001

Koontz, Alicia:
RESNA-Whitaker Foundation Student Scientific Paper Contest Winner
Scapula Orientation in a Virtual Wheelchair Pushrim. Proceedings 24th Annual RESNA Conf. Reno, NV, pp. 415-417, 2001.
ASB Graduate Grant-n-Aid: January 2001
Associate Membership, Sigma Xi, the Research Honor Society, January 2001

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