Kinesiology News

Because of the findings and subsequent news coverage regarding concussions and brain damage in football, we have all become aware that playing the game may involve more than living with painful injuries – it may involve incurring other life-threatening health problems that develop in later life. But head injuries are not the only serious risk […]

September 30, 1930 – February 5, 2018 Dr. Harvey Murphy spent 31 years at UNC Charlotte and helped guide its growth including serving as interim men’s basketball coach from 1965 to 1970, and athletic director from 1965 to 1972. He was a catalyst for the beginning of the hugely successful intramural program, the University’s move […]

In the following op-ed published by the Charlotte Observer, CHHS Dean Nancy Fey-Yensan and Liz Winer of the Winer Family Foundation reflect on the need for Charlotte to come together to address early childhood trauma. “We’ve done enough planning, it’s time to act.” It was a simple enough message from Vi Lyles, speaking less than […]

What if you could lower your blood pressure simply by squeezing your hand? It may sound too good to be true, but a UNC Charlotte research team is producing some very promising results with isometric exercise – flexing muscles without moving a joint. “Hypertension is a large problem, contributing to over 1,000 deaths per day […]

by: Steve Crump, WBTV It was a dramatic moment as time seemed to stand still on the Carolina Panthers’ home field. Fans were shocked and worried that star linebacker Luke Kuechly suffered another possible concussion during the second quarter of a tough loss against the Philadelphia Eagles Thursday night. Head coach Ron Rivera recalls the […]

UNC Charlotte kinesiology professor Lanny Inabnit has been named top educator in the state for 2017 by the North Carolina Society for Respiratory Care (NCSRC). Inabnit is the recipient of NCSRC Gail Gane Educator of the Year Award, which honors an individual who has made significant contributions to and exemplified outstanding service and leadership in […]

Rest and recovery are key, but injuries shouldn’t turn you into a couch potato. Kinesiology professor Abbey Thomas talks rehabilitation with The New York Times in this article on sports injuries and arthritis in joints. READ MORE

Engaging summer opportunities are an important part of the educational experience at the College of Health and Human Services, and help students prepare for successful careers in their respective fields. The Charlotte Research Scholars program is one among many summer experiences available to UNC Charlotte students. Two kinesiology undergraduate students earned scholarships for summer 2017. […]

by: Amanda O’Hara “It’s something you wouldn’t think could have a big impact on your health….sitting. Many of us do it at home and at work, but experts say too much of it can be bad for your health and that’s it’s time to take a stand.” UNC Charlotte Athletic Training Clincial Coordinator Julie Marino […]

by: Amanda O’Hara Spectrum News On the campus of UNC Charlotte in North Carolina, a health risk assessment program is not only researching health patterns and a person’s health risks, but providing health numbers to people within minutes. It’s considered a hidden gem on the campus, but the health risk assessment program has already helped […]