Chiacchiero, Michael PT, DPT; Dresely, Bethany DPT; Silva, Udani DPT; DeLosReyes, Ramone DPT; Vorik, Boris DPT
College of Staten Island, Staten Island, New York.
Corresponding Author: Michael Chiacchiero, PT, DPT, College of Staten Island, 2800 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314 ([email protected]).
This research was completed in partial fulfillment for the doctorate in physical therapy degree (DPT) for the last 4 authors (B.D., U.S., R.D., and B.V.) from the College of Staten Island/Graduate Center of The City University of New York.
We thank Professors Maria Knikou, Zagloul Ahmed, and Jeff Rothman from the College of Staten Island for all their help, guidance, and support throughout the entire research process. We also thank the rehabilitation staff of Carmel Richmond Nursing Home, especially Alex Lakhter, and all subjects who volunteered in this study.
