Education 1990 Post Doctoral Fellowship 1988 Doctor of ...1992-Present American College of Sports Medicine . 1990-1992 National Conference on Exercise for Older Adults . Member of

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Robert Vincent Topp. PhD, RN

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Education 1990 Post Doctoral Fellowship University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Area of Preparation: Geriatric Medicine 1988 Doctor of Philosophy Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio Area of Preparation: Health Education/Exercise Physiology 1984 Master of Science in Nursing University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio Area of Preparation: Nursing 1982 Bachelor of Science in Nursing University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio Area of Preparation: Nursing Academic Appointments 2011–present Associate Dean for Research and Professor Marquette University, College of Nursing, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 2006-2011 Shirley B. Powers Endowed Chair in Nursing Professor, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky 2009-2010 Interim Assistant Dean for Research, School of Nursing University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky 2002-2009 Associate Dean for Research, School of Nursing University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky 2001-2002 Associate Dean for Research / Kellett Endowed Chair Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Georgia 2000-2001 Director of Clinical Nursing Research / Professor of Nursing Medical College of Ohio School of Nursing 1996-2000 Director of Clinical Nursing Research / Associate Professor of Nursing Medical College of Ohio School of Nursing, Toledo, Ohio 1990-1996 Assistant Professor, Indiana University School of Nursing, Indianapolis, Indiana

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Adjunct Appointments 1996-1998 Director of Clinical Nursing Research The Toledo Hospital, Toledo, Ohio 1996 – 1999 Adjunct Associate Professor Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio 2006-2011 Distinguished University Scholar University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky 2011 – present Center Scientist Self-Management Science Center, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI. 2011- present Adjunct Clinical Professor University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI. 2011 – present Adjunct Professor of tClinical and Translational Science Institute, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI. Other Employment 1990-1996 Registered Nurse / Staff Nurse II Wishard Memorial Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana 1987-1988 Director of Senior Fitness Programs Upper Arlington Senior Center, Upper Arlington, Ohio 1982-1984 Registered Nurse Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio State Licensure Registered Nurse Wisconsin # 178774-30 Professional Memberships and Activities 1984-Present Midwest Nursing Research Society Co-chair of 1994 preconference committee of “Models for Health Promotion” Member, Gerontological Nursing Research Section Member, Health Seeking Behaviors Research Section Abstract reviewer for annual research conference, 1992-present Member, Board of Directors, elected 2003-2005 Chair, Selection Committee for Outstanding Faculty and Graduate Student Paper for WJNR 2003-present Member, Grants Review Committee 2006-present, Chair 2010-2012, Chair 2012-

2014 Member, Membership Committee 2006-2008 Chair, Research Deans interest group 2003-present 2006 – present Council for the Advancement of Nursing Science, Member, ID: 927

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2002-2003 Southern Nursing Research Society, 2004 Conference Planning Committee in Louisville, KY.

1984-Present Sigma Theta Tau International Inc. Collateral abstract and proposal reviewer, 1992-present Chairperson of Research Committee, Zeta Theta Chapter 1996-2001 1999-2001 National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses Research Committee 1992-Present American College of Sports Medicine 1990-1992 National Conference on Exercise for Older Adults Member of the steering committee Honors and Awards 2012 2012 MNRS Mentorship Grant Award with Trina Aguirre (mentee) University of

Nebraska – Scotts Bluff 2009 Best Innovative Behavioral Research Study. R. Topp, A. Truman, M. Goldman,

J. Berger, D. Wilson, T. Munson, K. Roth, M. Bohn, S. Nunn, K. Zink. Verbal Abuse of Pediatric Nurses by Patients and Families. Research!Louisville, Louisville, KY. October 12-16, 2009.

2004 American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Academic Leadership Fellow.

2003 2nd Place in Poster Competition for potential for major clinical applications. Topp,

R., Boardely, D., Fahlman, M.M. Morgan, A.L., McNevin, N. Effect of Exercise Mode on Functioning of Functionally Limited Older Adults. Research!Louisville 2003, University of Louisville, Louisville KY. November 3-6, 2003.

2003 Appointed Distinguished University Scholar, University of Louisville, Louisville,

KY. April 28, 2003.

2003 Keynote Speaker, Sigma Theta Tau International, Iota Zeta Chapter, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY. March 27, 2003.

2002 2001 AORN Journal Writers Award for a Research Article sponsored by Johnson &

Johnson & Ethicon Corporation presented at the 2002 AORN Congress in Anaheim, California, April 20, 2002: Cook, J., Green, M. & Topp, R., (2001) Exploring the impact of physician verbal abuse on perioperative nurses. AORN Journal, 74(3), 317-331.

2001 Medical College of Ohio, School of Nursing, Recognition Award for Outstanding Contribution to Scholarship within the School of Nursing

1999 Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates Inc. Outstanding Research

Award, D. Smolen & R. Topp. “Coping methods of patients with inflammatory bowel disease and prediction of health functional status, and wellbeing.” Gastroenterology Nursing, 21(3), 112-118.

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1998 ConvaTec Nursing Research Scholarship. J. Szor & R. Topp. “The effect of magnet

therapy on healing and pain among diabetics with foot ulcers.” Clinical Symposia on Wound Healing, October 8-11, Atlanta, GA.

1996-Present Listed in Who’s Who Among American Teachers 1991-Present Listed in Who’s Who in American Nursing Sept 1995 Outstanding Achievement in Conducting Research Indiana University Hospitals Patient Care Research Committee Indianapolis, Indiana 1994 Fulbright Visiting Scholar Enrichment Program Sponsor for Bernard Leonce Pierre Pavis University of Poitiers, Poitiers, France 1993 Finalist for Outstanding Poster Sigma Theta Tau International’s 32nd Biennial Convention Indianapolis, Indiana 1993 Convocation Keynote Speaker Medical College of Ohio School of Nursing Toledo, Ohio 1993 Participated in Pro & Con television program With University President Thomas Ehrlich Entitled “Nutrition, Food for Thought” 1992 Outstanding Alumni The Medical College of Ohio School of Nursing Toledo, Ohio 1992 Awarded first place with Worthe Holt Jr., M.D. Indiana Academy of Family Physicians Research Symposium Presentation entitled “The Effect of a 12-Week Dynamic Resistance Strength

Training Program on Free Gait Speed and Balance of Older Adults” Committees and Services Marquette University 2011-present Member, College of Nursing, Administrative Team 2011-present Member, College of Nursing, Executive Committee 2012-present Elected Member, Marquette University, Committee on Research 2012-present Committee on Research representative to Online survey review group University of Louisville 2002-2011 Member, SON Research Committee (ex officio) 2004-2006 Member, University HIPPA Task Force 2002-2006 Member, SON Executive Committee (ex officio)

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2002-2006 Member, Frazier Rehab Institute Scientific Affairs Committee 2002-2011 Member, University of Louisville, Graduate Faculty 2002-2006 Member, University of Louisville, Research Deans Committee 2006-2009 Member, SON Executive Committee 2006-2011 Member, University of Louisville, HSC, Collaborative Research Group 2007-2011 Member, University of Louisville, Clinical and Translational Science Award Proposal, Translational Technology and Resources Task Force. 2004-2011 Judge, Research!Louisville Graduate Poster Exchange 2010-2011 Chair, Revision of Workload Committee 2010-2011 Chair, Faculty Affairs Subcommittee of Graduate Programs Committee Medical College of Georgia 2001-2002 Member, MCG Graduate School, SON Graduate Faculty 2001-2002 Member, SON Administrative Council 2002-2002 Group Leader, SON Chronic Illness and Symptom Management Research Team 2001-2002 Member, MCG Biomedical Research Committee 2002-2002 Member, MCG Research Support Council 2001-2002 Member, MCG Research Space Committee 2001-2002 Member, MCG Ad Hoc Committee on Department, Center, and Institute Relationships

Medical College of Ohio 1996-2001 Member, School Search Committee for Associate Dean of Graduate Programs 1996-2001 Regular Member, MCO Graduate School, SON Graduate Faculty 1997-1999 Member, MCO Research Strategy Committee 1997-1999 Member, Graduate Faculty Membership Committee 1988-1999 Member, Aging Center Strategic Planning Committee 1998-2001 Member, Ph.D. Advisory Faculty, Graduate School, Medical College of Ohio 1998-2001 Member, MCO Neuroscience Steering Committee 1998-1999 Member, Arts & Sciences Faculty Council, University of Toledo 1999-2001 Member, Morse Center for Physical Health and Research Medical Advisory Board 1999-2000 Member, MCO Research Self-Study Work Group for North Central Association

Accreditation 1999-2000 Member, School of Nursing, RN-MSN Admissions Task Force Indiana University 1995-1996 Member, School of Nursing’s Corridor Faculty Affairs Committee 1994-1996 Faculty Mentor for BSN first semester students, Fall 94, Spring 95, Fall 95 1992-1996 Collateral Proposal Reviewer for IUPUI Office of Faculty Development 1991-1996 Collateral Reviewer for Project Development Programs, Center for Nursing

Research, School of Nursing, Indiana University 1990-1996 Member and Proposal Reviewer, Patient Care Research Committee 1991-1993 Faculty Class Advisor Associate Degree Program, Class of Fall, 1993 Indiana University - School of Nursing. Elected by students. 1991-1993 Faculty Class Advisor Associate Degree in Nursing Program Class of Spring 1993,

elected by students 1991-1992 Member of School of Nursing’s Budgetary Affairs Committee 1990-1992 IUPUI Athletic Advisory Council 1991 Chair, Ad Hoc Technical Resources Committee, Nursing of Adults Department 1990-1991 Search and Screen Committee for Associate Dean of Graduate Programs

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Community Service 1998-2001 Member, The Toledo Fire Fighter’s Federal Credit Union Board of Directors 1997-2001 Participant, Habitat for Humanity, Tricongregational Building Cooperative, Toledo, OH 2002 YMCA Lady Jaguars Soccer Team 2003-2006 Playground volunteer, Fish Fry volunteer at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Louisville, KY 2004-2006 Court Monitor, LG&E Energy Foundation Street Ball Showdown to support the

Cabbage Patch Settlement House, Inc. 2006-present Member, Mayor’s Healthy Home Town Initiative, Louisville, KY

Journal Reviews Topp, R. (2004-present) peer review panelist, Southern Online Journal of Nursing Topp, R. (1996) manuscript reviewer, Journal of Aging and Physical Activity Topp, R. (1996 - present) manuscript reviewer, Image Journal of Nursing Scholarship Topp, R. (1994 - 2001) manuscript reviewer with Rochelle Armola, Applied Nursing Research Topp, R. (1997) manuscript reviewer, Journal of Gerontology: Medical Sciences Topp, R. (1998) manuscript reviewer, Heart & Lung Topp, R. (2007) manuscript reviewer Journal of Sports Science and Medicine Board Memberships Topp, R. (2004 – present) Reviewer & Editorial Board Member Western Journal of Nursing Research Topp, R. (2006 – 2009) Reviewer & Editorial Board Member Journal of Men’s Health Academic Courses Taught - Indiana University (1990-1996) Undergraduate A107 Introduction to Nursing Theory A109 Nursing Clinical Practice J350 Nursing Care of Adults K492 Interpretation of EKGs R200 Introduction to Nursing Research Graduate R500 Nursing Research (IHETS) R505 Measurement and Data Analysis Academic Courses Taught - Medical College of Ohio (1996-2001) Undergraduate 495 Nursing Research Graduate N503, N504 Adult Health Nursing I, II & III N606 Practicum in Adult Health Nursing N564 Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology I 600 Introduction to Biostatistical Methods (Classroom & Intranet) Academic Courses Taught – University of Louisville (2002-2011) Graduate NUR609 Research Design and Professional Writing

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NUR651 Nursing Research NUR652 Statistics for Nursing NUR698 Masters’ Research Project NUR712 Nursing Measurement NUR750 Dissertation Research Project Academic Courses Taught – Marquette University (2011 - present) Undergraduate HEAL1931 Personal Health and Wellness Graduate CTRH6020 Tests and Measurements and Techniques NURS8980 Nursing Research Seminar/Practicum NURS6995 Independent Study in Nursing Advisement on Theses and Dissertations and Student Mentoring

Year Role Student Title Honors 1997 Thesis

Committee Megan Elizabeth Demeter

Nursing students’ attitudes toward AIDS related fear of contagion, negative emotions, and professional resistance

1997 Thesis Chairperson

Cassie Zak Characteristics of congestive heart failure patients at risk for acute care readmission


Jennifer Sanders Pulmonary functioning testing among Firefighters

Graduate Student Poster Representative to MNRS


Stephanie Lynn Wilson

The effect of relaxation on postoperative pain in patients with total knee arthroplasty


Jennifer Masoliga

Characteristics which discriminate short and long lengths of hospital stay among CABG patients

Recipient of the Dean’s Award, MCO Graduate School, Recipient of the Hewlett-Packard Excellence in Nursing Award


Tammy Jackson A discriminate analysis of significant predictors of adherence behavior among people with type II diabetes

Included as co-author on - 1 poster presentation


Julie Huffman-Thomas

Sports participation and self-perception in the rural adolescent female population

Recipient of the Dean’s Award, MCO Graduate School


Jackie Hogan Nurse practitioner beliefs concerning teaching about testicular cancer and testicular self-exam


Rochelle Armola

Variables that discriminate length of stay and readmission within 30 days among heart failure patients

Recipient of the Hewlett-Packard Excellence in Nursing Award Included as co-author on - 1 publication

1999 Project Chairperson

Cathy Hostettler Nursing internships: A way to orient newly graduated registered nurses in the emergency department


Linda Young Characteristics of open heart surgery patients which discriminate those who are readmitted to the CICU


Jan Cook Verbal abuse from physicians directed at operating room nurses

Included as co-author on - 1 poster presentation - 1 publication 2001 AORN Journal Writers Award for a Research Article


Jacqueline Biglin

The reliability and validity of mechanical testing of knee joint proprioception

2000 Thesis Christina The effect of relaxing music on agitated SON/SAH Research support Award

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Chairperson Schiemann behaviors while bathing demented elderly nursing home patients

$280 SON Dean’s Award


Sue Mason The effect of magnet therapy on arterial perfusion among diabetics with foot ulcers

2000 Honors Program Research Advisor

Meredith Green A qualitative analysis of reports of verbal abuse from physicians directed at operating room nurses.

Undergraduate Nursing Honors Student Included as co-author on - 1 publication

2000 Thesis Committee

Jody Toerber-Clark

Public perceptions of nurse practitioners Nurse Scholar Award


Lynda Singer The effect of music therapy on ambulatory patients undergoing colonoscopy

Included as co-author on - 1 publication


Mary Corder Development of an internet site to teach APNs sudden cardiac death

Agilent Technologies Award


Kathleen Tharp Development of an internet site to teach APNs symptoms of myocardial infarction among women


Betsy Valentine The effect of an educational program on colon cancer screening activities


Amy Christianson

Perceptions of elder abuse in the medical and legal professions, MS/MD program



Cynthia Hotaling

A comparison of posterior tibial and brachial blood pressures in infants


Candace Sarikonda-Woitas

The relationship between self-efficacy, exercise barriers efficacy, and exercise adherence in a cardiac rehabilitation population

Included as co-author on - 1 poster presentation Recipient of the Dean’s Award, MCO Graduate School

2003 Dissertation Committee

Terestita Maria Smith

The relationship between self-concept and locus of control on tobacco use among rural black and white preadolescents: a comparative study


Leisa R. Easom Determinants of participation in health promotion activities in rural elderly caregivers

Fellow, Rosalynn Carter Institute for Human Development

2004 Masters’ Project

Stacy Jenson Prehabilitation before cancer treatment

2005 Summer Research Opportunity Project

Paul Caudill A transtheoretical family case management of obese underserved children

Included as co-author on - 3 poster presentations - 2 publications

2005 Post Doctoral Fellow

Karen Frost The effect of Prehabilitation on Rehabilitation of TKA

Included as co-author on - 4 poster presentations - 4 publications - 2 book chapters


Pallavi Yvas Data mining application for predicting falls among clients from the visiting nurse association data

Included as coauthor on - 2 poster presentations - 1 meeting proceedings


Kevin Ballard

Effects of training on postprandial flow mediated dilation.

2006 Summer Research Opportunity

Chris Clasby The effect of prehabilitation on diet and nutritional status prior to TKA surgery



Joseph Twagilimana

Combining data mining and statistical techniques for analysis of outcomes in a hospital emergency department

Included as co-author on - 1 poster presentation - 1 paper presentation


David Nfodjo Utilization of the Emergency Department in a Jefferson County Hospital The relationship between physical activity and chronic stress on adiposity among adolescent girls


Wendy Bibeau The relationship between physical activity and chronic stress on adiposity among adolescent

Included as co- author on - 11 poster presentations - 3 publications

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girls 2008 Dissertation

Committee Jackie Gerard Facilitating Nurse-Physician Communication

and Collaboration

2008 Senior Capstone Advisor

Casey Meizinger

Effects of Prehabilitation on Leg Strength and Dietary Intake among Osteoarthritis Patients Scheduled for Total Knee Arthroplasty


2008 Summer Undergraduate Research Scholar

Tiffany Ciszewski

Kids First Connection, Videoconferencing between families and NICU patients



Hamed Zahedi

Data Mining to Examine the Treatment of Osteomyelitis


Melissa Pinto-Foltz

In Our Own Voice (IOOV) Intervention Among High School Adolescents

- 11 publications - 12 presentations Dissertation funding from –Midwest Nursing Research Society Dissertation Research Grant –CODRE/Office of Executive Vice President for Research at UL –Ruth Craddock, UL School of Nursing –Sigma Theta Tau International, Iota Zeta Chapter, UL School of Nursing


A. Tony Brosky Effects of Pre-habilitation on Early Functioning Following Total Knee Arthroplasty TKA

2 publications 1 presentation


Kent Brown Effects of Pre-habilitation exercise self-efficacy and outcome expectations on Total Knee Arthroplasty TKA patients

4 publications 3 presentations

2010 Dissertation Chair

Whitney Nash HIV/AIDS Prevention in Women: Factors Influencing Self-Efficacy in Belizean Nurses

Graduate School Dean’s Citation Award - poster presentation


Danielle Biton Walking Biomechanics of End-Stage Knee OA and TKA Patients

1 publication 3 presentations


Patrick Abi Nader

Effects of Short-Term, High-Force Resistance Training on High Intensity Exercise Capacity

2 presentations


Tony Jouaux Aerobic and Anaerobic Performance Changes Following Three Training Phases in Men’s Soccer Players

Paper Presentations at Professional Meetings National / International

Topp, R., Ng, A., Cybulski, A., Skelton, K. & Papanek, P. A comparison of two formulations of Biofreeze on blood flow and vascular responses to exercise. TheraBand Research Advisory Council, St John’s New Foundland, July 23-25, 2012.

Greenstein, J., Bishop, B.N., & Topp, R. The effect of Biofrezze on home exercise compliance,

pain and disability in patients with mechanical neck pain. TheraBand Research Advisory Council, St. John’s Newfoundland, July 23-25, 2012.

Greenstein, J., Bishop, B.N., & Topp, R. Evaluation of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation

(TENS) vs. Biofreeze in the treatment of back pain. TheraBand Research Advisory Council, St. John’s Newfoundland, July 23-25, 2012.

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Bishop, B.N., Greenstein, J., & Topp, R. The effect of Biofreeze on post manipulation soreness in patients with mechanical neck pain: a randomized double-blinded controlled trial. TheraBand Research Advisory Council, St. John’s Newfoundland, July 23-25, 2012.

Hyde, T., Greenstein, J., Bishop, B., & Topp, R. The effects of a home-care exercise kit on pain

and disability for the treatment of plantar fasciitis. TheraBand Research Advisory Council, St. John’s Newfoundland, July 23-25, 2012.

Labbe, A., Page, P., Keller, W., & Topp, R. Force production of Thera-Band resistance bands. .

TheraBand Research Advisory Council, St. John’s Newfoundland, July 23-25, 2012.

Topp, R., Brosky, J.A., & Pieschel, D. The effect of 3.5 % menthol gel on knee pain and functioning among patients with knee osteoarthritis. TheraBand Research Advisory Council, San Francisco CA, July 22-24, 2011.

Brosky J.A., Topp R., Finley M., Killian C., Pariser D., Brown K., Bloemer G., & Stearns. Z4 Effects of Prehabilitation on Early Rehabilitation Outcomes Following Total Knee Arthroplasty in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis. World Congress of Physical Therapy WCPT Amsterdam, Holland, June 20-23, 2011.

Topp, R., Winchester, L., Schilero, J., Abi-Nader, P., Gibb, A., & Jacks, D.E. The Effects of

Dose and Application of Menthol on Local and Systemic Strength and Blood Flow, TheraBand Research Advisory Council, Athens, Greece, July 19-21, 2010.

Topp, R., Ledford, E.R., Abi-Nader, P., Schilero, J., Jacks, D.E., PhD. The Effects of Combined Topical Menthol and Ice on Distal Blood Flow, TheraBand Research Advisory Council, Athens, Greece, July 19-21, 2010.

Topp, R., Goldman, M. Steps Toward a Healthier Band, 8th Annual College Band Directors National Association, Athletic Band Symposium, Louisville, KY, June 3-5, 2010.

Topp, R., Ridner, S.L., Jacks, D.E., Edward, J.S., Conte, K.P. Fit Into College. Council for the Advancement of Nursing Science Program Committee for the 2010 State of the Science Congress on Nursing Research, Washington, DC, September 27-29, 2010.

Berger, J., Truman, A., Lehna, C., Topp, R. Virtual Journal Club Connects Evidence to Practice. American Organization of Nurse Executives 43rd Annual Meeting and Exposition, Indianapolis, IN, April 9-13, 2010.

Berger, J., Hardin, H., & Topp, R. Virtual Journal Club Brings Evidence to the Bedside. 2009

ANCC National Magnet Conference, Louisville, KY, October 1-3, 2009. Hyde T., Goldman M., Topp R., Hammer W., Doerr G., & Vincent R. Effect of instrument

assisted soft tissue treatment. 2009 Fascia Research Congress at Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam October 27-30, 2009.

Topp, R., Winchester, L. J., Sannes, S.H., Mink, A.M., Kaufman, J.S., & Jacks, D.E. (2009) A

comparison of Biofreeze and ice on blood flow, pain and muscle function. TheraBand Research Advisory Council, Cancun, Mexico, July 23-30, 2009.

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R. Topp, Brosky Jr., J.A., Brown, K., & Parsier, D. (2009). Effects of Prehabilitation on Early

Rehabilitation of Patients Following Total Knee Arthroplasty. TheraBand Research Advisory Council, Cancun, Mexico, July 23-30, 2009.

Campbell-Kyureghyan, N., Burnett, D., Topp, R., & Quesada, P. M. “The Effect of Total Knee

Arthroplasty on Biomechanical Asymmetry and Knee Strength in Subjects With and Without Back Pain,” XXII Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics, Cape Town, South Africa, July 3-7, 2009.

Campbell-Kyureghyan, N., Burnett, D., Topp, R., & Quesada, P. M. “Biomechanical Asymmetry

Before and After Total Knee Arthroplasty in Subjects With and Without Back Pain,” American Society of Biomechanics Annual Meeting, Penn State University, August 26-29, 2009.

Brown, K., Swank, A.M., & Topp, R., Quesada, P.M., Kackelman, J., Nyland, J., & Malkani, A.

Prehabilitation vs. Usual Care before Knee Arthroplasty: A case study comparing outcomes within the same individual. American College of Sports Medicine National Conference. Seattle, Washington, May 27-30, 2009.

Hollis, B., Andres, J., Mattson, E., Topp, R., & Olive, J.L. Effects of menthol on skeletal muscle

blood flow. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, May 29-June 2, 2007. Campbell, D., Flandres, S., O’Flynn, J., Zink, K., & Topp, R. Reducing catheter-related blood

stream infections through implementing a quality bundle in the PICU. The National State of the Science Congress in Nursing Research, Washington, DC, 10/12/06 – 10/14/06.

Quesada, P.M., Durham, M.P., Topp, R., Swank, A.M., & Biton, D. Effects of a smooth vs

“prickley” surface conditions on tiltboard performance, International Society of Biomechanics/American Society of Biomechanics, Join Conference, Cleveland, OH, July 31-August 5, 2005.

Biton, D., Quesada, P.M., Nyland, J., Durham, M.P., Angeli, C.A., Topp, R., & Swank, A.M.

(2005). Heel strike dynamics during a 6-minute walk test among end-stage knee OA patients. International Society of Biomechanics/American Society of Biomechanics, Join Conference, Cleveland, OH, July 31-August 5, 2005.

Topp, R., Boardley, D., Fahlman, M.M., Morgan, A.L., & McNevin, N. The effect of exercise

mode on perceived physical functioning and self-efficacy among functionally limited older adults. National Congress on the State of the Science in Nursing Research, Washington D.C. October 7-9, 2004. Fahlman, M.M., FACSM, McNevin, N., Boardley, D., Morgan, A.L., FACSM, & Topp, R. Self-efficacy as a predictor of functional capacity in functionally limited trained and untrained elders. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Conference, Indianapolis, IN, May 31, 2004.

Morgan, A.L., Fahlman, M.M., McNevin, N., Boardley, D. & Topp, R. Predictors of functional

ability and aerobic capacity in elderly women and men. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Conference, Indianapolis, IN, May 31, 2004.

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Topp, R. (2003). Strength training programming addressing the national blueprint: A tool kit for practitioners. Special Event at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Conference, San Francisco, CA, May 28-31, 2003. Topp, R., Woolley, S., Hornyak, J., Khuder, S., & Kahaleh, B. (2001). The effect of dynamic versus isometric strength training on pain and functioning among adults with osteoarthritis of the knee. Sigma Theta Tau International 36th Biennial Convention, Indianapolis IN, November 11, 2001. Topp, R., Woolley, S., Hornyak, J., & Khuder, S. (1999). The effect of strength training on pain and function in OA patients. International State of the Science Conference, American Academy of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International, Washington, D.C., September 15-18, 1999. Woolley, S., Topp, R., & Commanger, J. The performance of functional activities in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA., April 17-18, 1998. Topp, R., Russell, L., & Romans, J. The effect of implementing a patient-centered care model on staff work activities and patient length of stay. Sigma Theta Tau International Inc., Biannual Scholarly Conference. Indianapolis, IN, December 3-4, 1997. Russell, L., Romans, J., & Topp, R. The effect of implementing a patient-centered care model on staff work activities and patient length of stay. Sigma Theta Tau, Zeta Theta Chapter Annual Research Day, Toledo, OH, April 15, 1997. Dayhoff, N., Suhrheinrich, J., & Topp, R. Balance and muscle strength as predictors of frailty among older adults. American Nurses Association Council of Nursing Research 1996 Scientific Session “Shaping Our Future Through Nursing Research.” Washington, D.C., June 14, 1996. Topp, R., Dayhoff, N., Holt, W., & Mikesky, A. Effect of resistance training on strength, postural control and gait velocity among elders. Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Research Conference, Detroit, MI, November 5, 1995. Estes, P. K., Topp, R., Suhrheinrich, J., & Dayhoff, N. Leg strength, demographics, and mood as predictors of postural control among older adults. Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Research Conference, Detroit, MI, November 5, 1995. Topp, R., Mikesky, A., Wigglesworth, J., & Edwards, J. The effect of a 12-week dynamic strength training program on the balance of older adults. The American College of Sports Medicine, Annual Meeting, Dallas, TX, May 27-30, 1992. Wigglesworth, J., Topp, R., Mikesky, A., & Edwards, J. Reaction time and speed of movement in older adults before and after resistance training program. The American College of Sports Medicine, Annual Meeting, Dallas, TX, May 27-30, 1992. Topp, R., & Stevenson, J. S. Effects of compliance and motivation by older adults in a long-term exercise program. Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Research Conference, Columbus, OH, May 19-22, 1992.

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Stevenson, J. S., & Topp, R. Psychological and cardiovascular outcomes of long-term exercise in older adults. Council of Nurse Researchers Meeting, Chicago, IL, October 4-6, 1989. Topp, R., Posner, J., Goreman, K., & Sands, L. The effect of exercise on morbidity patterns of healthy older adults. Gerontological Society of America Annual Scientific Meeting, Minneapolis, MN, November, 1989. Local/Regional

Ridner, S.L., Topp, R., Jorayeva, A., Jacks, D.E., Woodall, D.S., Newton, K.S., & Conte, K.P., Impact of a peer intervention on the dietary intake and physical activity among college students. Southern Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA., 2012.

Topp, R., Jacks, D.E., Wedig, R., Newman, J.L., Hollingsworth, A., Tobe, L., & Troutman, A.

(2010). Reducing childhood obesity through partnerships with the community. Fifth Kentucky Engagement Conference, Institutionalizing Community Engagement, Louisville, KY, November 19.

Topp, R., Swank A., Quesada P., Nyland J., & Malkani. A. The effect of prehabilitation on

functional ability and pain prior to and following TKA. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Minneapolis, MN, 2009.

Topp, R., Boardely, D., Morgan, A.L., Fahlman, M.M., & McNevin, N., (2004). Effect of

exercise mode on functioning of functionally limited older adults. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, St. Louis MO, February 27-March 1, 2004 Conn, V. & Topp. R. (2003). Preconference symposia “Strategies to Prepare a Competitive NIH Grant Application.” Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Grand Rapids, MI, April 4-7, 2003. Topp, R. & Looney, S. (2003). Predicting functional ability among adults with OA of the knee. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Grand Rapids, MI, April 4-7, 2003.

Topp, R., Woolley, S., & Pifer, M. (2002). Effect of resistance training on proprioception of

individuals with osteoarthritis of the knee. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Chicago, IL, March 1-4, 2002.

Topp, R., Woolley, S., Hornyak, J., Khuder, S., & Kahaleh, B. (2001). The effect of dynamic

versus isometric strength training on pain and functioning among adults with osteoarthritis of the knee. Fourth Annual Nursing Research Day, Medical College of Ohio, Toledo, OH, April 9, 2001.

Topp, R., Biglin, J., & Woolley, S. A comparison of proprioceptive ability of the knee among

older adults diagnosed with and without osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Cleveland, OH, March 3-6, 2001.

Smolen, D. & Topp, R. Predictors of quality of life (QOL) among adults diagnosed with

inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Dearborn MI, March 31-April 3.

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Topp, R., Tucker, D., & Weber, C. The impact of a clinical case manager/clinical nurse specialist on length of stay and hospital charge among congestive heart patients. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Indianapolis, IN, April 10-13, 1999.

Topp, R., Tucker, D., & Weber, C. The effect of clinical case management by a CNS on the

length of stay and cost per staff of hospitalized CHF patients. Midwest Nursing Research Society’s Annual Conference, Columbus, OH, March 29-31, 1998

Topp, R., Dayhoff, N., & Suhrheinrich, J. The effect of strength or balance exercises upon

health care utilization of older adults. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Detroit MI, April 1-3, 1995.

Topp, R., Estes, P. K., Suhrheinrich, J., & Dayhoff, N. Relationships between postural control

and strength, and mood among older adults. 22nd Annual Nursing Research Conference, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, September 15, 1995.

Estes, P. K., Topp, R., Suhrheinrich, J., & Dayhoff, N. The relationships between postural

control and leg strength and mood among older adults. Indiana University Center for Nursing Research, Student Research Day, Indianapolis, IN, April 17, 1995.

Dayhoff, N., Topp, R., Wigglesworth, J., & Suhrheinrich, J. Effect of balance enhancing exercises vs strength exercises on postural control in community-based older adults. Indiana University 21st Annual Nursing Research Conference, Indianapolis, IN, September 16, 1994.

Dayhoff, N., Wigglesworth, J., Topp, R., & Suhrheinrich, J. Effect of balance enhancing

exercises vs strength exercises on postural control of community residing older adults. Midwest Nursing Research Society’s Annual Conference, Milwaukee, WI, April 10-12, 1994.

Topp, R., Mikesky, A., Dayhoff, N., & Holt, W. The relationship between postural stability and

isokinetic ankle strength among older adults. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Milwaukee, WI, April 10-12, 1994.

Dayhoff, N., Topp, R., Wigglesworth, J., & Suhrheinrich, J. Postural control in community-

based older adults. Indiana University 20th Annual Nursing Research Conference, Indianapolis, IN, September 24, 1993.

Topp, R., Mikesky, A., Wigglesworth, J., & Edwards, J. The effect of a 12-week dynamic

strength training program on muscle functioning of older adults. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Cleveland, OH, March 27-30, 1993.

Bawel, K., Topp, R., Mikesky, A., Wigglesworth, J., & Edwards, J. The relationship between

isokinetic thigh muscle strength and balance among older adults. Midwest Chapter of ACSM Winter Conference, Boyne Falls, MI, February 3-5, 1993.

Holt Jr., W., & Topp, R. The effect of a 12-week dynamic resistance strength training program

on free gait speed and balance of older adults. Indiana Academy of Family Physicians Research Symposium, Indianapolis, IN, May 14, 1992.

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Topp, R., Mikesky, A., Wigglesworth, J., & Edwards, J. The relationship between reaction time, flexibility, leg strength, and balance among older adults. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Chicago, IL, March 28-31, 1992. Topp, R., & Stevenson, J. S. Effects of attendance and motivation by older adults in a long-term exercise program. 18th Annual Patient Care Research Colloquium, Indiana University School of Nursing, November 15, 1991.

Topp, R., & Stevenson, J. S. The effect of long-term exercise in elders on selected physiological

and cardiovascular measures. Health Promotion Research in Elders Symposium, Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Cincinnati, OH, April 2-4, 1989.

Stevenson, J. S., & Topp, R. Psychological and physiological changes in older adults as a result

of long-term exercise. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference., St. Louis, MO, April 5-7, 1987. Topp, R. Development of a questionnaire to assess subjective sleep patterns of older adults. The 14th Annual Spring Research Symposium, Center for Nursing Research, The Ohio State University, College of Nursing, Columbus, OH, April 17, 1986. Poster Presentations at Professional Meetings National/International Brown, K., Pariser, D., Topp, R., Swank, A. “Effects of Pre-habilitation on Self-Efficacy for Exercise and Outcome Expectations for Exercise Among Patients Before and After Total Knee Arthroplasty” 59th Annual Meeting and 3rd World Congress on Exercise is Medicine of the American College of Sports Medicine San Francisco, California, May 29- June 2, 2012. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, June 2012, Volume 44:5 Supplement. Brosky, J.A., Pieschel, D. &Topp, R., The effect of 3.5 % menthol gel on knee pain and functioning among patients with knee osteoarthritis. American Physical Therapy Association, Combined Sections Meeting, Orthopaedic Section, Chicago, IL. February, 8-11, 2012. (abstract OPO3140) A106, January 2012, Vol. 42(1): Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy. Ling, J., Jacks, D.E., King, K., Ridner, S.L., Conte, K. & Topp, R. Effects of a 10-week fitness program on fitness and perceptions of nutrition and physical activity among overweight and normal weight college students, NINR’s 25th Anniversary Concluding Scientific Symposium, October 13, 2011 Washington, DC. Brown, K., LaJoie, A. S., Brosky, J.A., Pariser, D., Myers J.A., Swank, A. & Topp. R. Effects of Prehabilitation on Quality of Life Three Months Following Total Knee Arthroplasty, National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Las Vegas, NV, July 5-9, 2011.

Brosky, J.A., Finley, M., Topp, R., Killian, C., Pariser, D., Brown, K., Bloemer, G., & Stearns,

Z. Effects of a Partially Supervised Prehabilitation Exercise Program on Functional Performance Tasks Before and After Total Knee Arthroplasty. American Physical Therapy Combined Sections Meeting, New Orleans, LA, February 12-15, 2011.

Lehna, C., Berger, J., Truman, A., Goldman, M. & Topp, R. Virtual Journal Club Connects Evidence to Practice. Pediatric Nursing Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, July, 5-8, 2010.

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Jacks, D.E., Topp, R., & Matteson, E. The Effect of Bariatric Surgery on Physical Function and

Metabolic Rate. American College of Sports Medicine National Conference. Baltimore, MD, June 1-5, 2010. Brown, K., Brosky, A., Pariser, D., Bloemer, G.G., Sterns, Z.R., Topp, R., & Swank, A. Effects of Pre-habilitation on Early Functioning Following Total Knee Arthroplasty. American College of Sports Medicine National Conference. Baltimore, MD, June 1-5, 2010.

Mink, A.M., Winchester, L., Sannes, S.H., Kaufman, J.S., Topp, R., & Jacks, D.E. A Comparison of Menthol Ointment and Ice on Blood Flow. Annual Meeting of the Southeast Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine. February 11-13, 2010.

Winchester, L., Mink, A.M., Sannes, S.H., Kaufman, J.S., Topp, R., & Jacks, D.E. A Comparison of Menthol Ointment and Ice on Muscular Performance. Annual Meeting of the Southeast Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine. February 11-13, 2010.

Goldman, M., Truman, A., Berger, J., Topp, R., & Lehna, C. Verbal Abuse of Nurses by Patients and Families. Southern Nursing Research Conference. Austin, TX, February 3-6, 2010.

Burnett D., Campbell-Kyureghyan N., Topp R., & Quesada P. Asymmetry in vertical ground

reaction force and hip range of motion in asymptomatic subjects and total knee arthroplasty patients either with or without back pain. Annual Meeting of the European Society of Movement Analysis for Adults and Children (ESMAC), London, England, September 17-19, 2009.

Hyde T., Goldman M., Topp R., Hammer W., Doerr G., & Vincent R. The Effect of Instrument

Assisted Soft Tissue Treatment: Comparing the Use of Static Treatment versus Treatment with Movement. Fascia Research Congress 2009, Amsterdam, Netherlands, October 28-31, 2009.

Miller, S. Shackelford, M.L., Ciszewski, T.N., Topp, R. (2008). The effect of the Kids First

Konnection (KFK) on stress, depression and anxiety among parents with children admitted to the NICU. National Association of Children’s Hospitals and Related Institutions Annual Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT, October 14-19, 2009.

Brown, K., Swank, A., Quesada, P., Nyland, J., Malkani, A., Topp, R. Effects of an 8 week

prehabilitation program on strength among patients scheduled for total knee arthroplasty. National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference. Las Vegas, NV, July 9, 2008 - July 13, 2008.

Kachelman, J.B., Topp, R., Swank, A.M., Quesada, P.M., & Nyland, J. Prehabilitation Decreases

Leg Strength Asymmetry in Patients with Osteoarthritis. National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference, Las Vegas, NV, July 9-12, 2008.

Topp, R., Swank, A.M., Quesada, P.M., Nyland, J., Kachelman, J., & Malkani, A. Predicting

functional ability following total knee replacement. Council for the Advancement of Nursing Science 2008 National State of the Science Congress in Nursing Research, Washington, D.C., October 2-4, 2008.

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Zink, K., Berger, J., Topp, R., Bohn, M., & Hood, T. Estimating weight in children: Is your guess as good as mine? 2008 ANCC National Magnet Conference, Salt Lake City, UT, 10/15/08 - 10/17/08.

Jacks, D., Justin B. Moore, J.B., Topp, R., Bibeau, W.S. Prediction of VO2 Peak Using a Sub-

maximal Bench Step Test in Children, American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, IN, May 28-31, 2008.

Berger, J., Topp, R., Davis, L., Jones, J., & Stewart, L. Comparing web-based and face-to-face

nursing staff education. The 2007 National Nursing Staff Development Organization Convention, Atlanta, GA, 7/26/07-7/29/07.

Kurbasic M., Jones V.F., Crabtree V.M., Weding R., Jacks D., Valdes X., & Topp R. Effect of

family case management using stage of change approach on pediatric obesity. 25th International Congress of Pediatrics, Athens Greece, August 3-6, 2007.

Fisher, M., Bibeau, W., Kachelman, J., Nyland, J., Quesada, P., Swank A., & Topp, R. The Effect of Prehabilitation Exercise Prior To Knee Arthroplasty on Functional Ability. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, May 29-June 2, 2007.

Kachelman, J., Bibeau, W., Topp, R., Swank, A., Quesada, P., Nyland, J., & Malkani, A. Effects

of Prehabilitation on Strength and Range of Motion among End-Stage Knee Osteoarthritis Patients. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, May 29-June 2, 2007.

Newman, J., Topp, R., Robinson, K., & Roberts, K., Mental health care needs of three

underserved urban communities. The National State of the Science Congress in Nursing Research, Washington, DC, 10/12/06-10/14/06.

Robinson, K.M., Roberts, K. (PI), Stewart, C., Topp, R. Hayes, G., & Newman, J. “A Summary

of Prime MD Findings in a Vulnerable Population” presented at American Academy of Nursing Annual Meeting in Miami, FL.

Roberts, K., Robinson, K., Stewart, C., Smith, F., Topp, R. Hayes, G., Wright, J., Newman, J., &

Thomas, T. “A Community as Partner Model to Develop Integrated Mental Health Services for Vulnerable Populations.” Poster presentation at AAN Meeting in Miami, FL. Bibeau, W.S., Jacks, D.E., Jones, V.F., Crabtree, V., Valdes, X.L., Topp, R., Wedig, R.T., & Moore, J.B. Results of a pilot study to test the feasibility of a family case management intervention utilizing the Transtheoretical Model in overweight African American children. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Denver, CO, May 29-June 2, 2006.

Page P., Boardley D., Topp R. Effectiveness of the First Step to Active Health in Senior Centers. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Denver, CO, May 29-June 2, 2006.

Crabtree, V., Dayyat, E., Witcher, L., Topp, R., Molfese, D., Moore, J., Wedig, R., Jones, F.,

Valdes, X., & Gozal. D. Objective Quantification of Short Sleep Duration in Obese Children. SLEEP Annual Meeting, Salt Lake City, UT, 2006.

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Moore, J.B., Jacks, D.E., Bibeau, W.S., Valdes, X.L., Jones, V.F., Crabtree, V.M., Wedig, R.T., & Topp, R. Comparison of energy expenditure measured by accelerometry and energy intake in overweight African American children. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Denver, CO, 2006.

Jacks, D.E., Moore, J.B., Bibeau, W.S., Valdes, X.L., Jones, V.F., Crabtree, V.M., Wedig, R.T., &

Topp, R. Moderate Intensity Physical Activity and Fitness are Predictors of Body Mass Index in Overweight African American Children. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Denver, CO, 2006.

Jaggers, J., Simpson, C., Frost, K., Swank, A., Topp, R., Nyland, J., Quesada, P., & Malkani, A.

Prehabilitation Prior To Knee Arthroplasty Increases Post Surgical Function: A Case Study. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Denver, CO, 2006.

Miller, T., Simpson, C., Frost, K., Topp, R., Swank, A., Quesada, P., Nyland, J., Malkani, A., &

Boardley, D. Preoperative measures of strength, pain, and function as predictors of functional outcomes in TKA patients post-surgery. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Denver, CO, 2006.

Biton, D., Quesada, P.M., Angeli, C.A., Nyland, J., Topp, R. & Swank, A.M., Fatigue During

Gait Among End Stage Knee Osteoarthritis. Summer Bioengineering Conference, Vail, CO, June 22-26, 2005.

Fahlman, M.M., FACSM, Morgan, A.L. FACSM, McNevin, N., Boardley, D., & R. Topp.

Predictors of Aerobic Training in Functionally Limited Elderly Before and After Aerobic Training. ACSM National Convention, Nashville, TN, May 25-June 3, 2005.

Naeger, C.W., Brown, K., Swank, A.M., Quesada, P.M., Nyland, J., Durham, M.P. & Topp, R.

Eight Weeks Pre-habilitation Increases Functional Performance: Case-control Comparison of Two Patients With Total Knee Arthroplasty. ACSM National Convention, Nashville, TN, May 25-June 3, 2005. Manor, B., Sobolewski, J., Page, P., & R. Topp. Validity and Reliability of Elastic Resistance to Assess Upper Body Strength in Older Adults. American College of Sports Medicine Annual Conference, Indianapolis, IN, May 31, 2004. Fahlman, M.M. Boardely, D., Morgan, A.L., McNevin, N., & Topp, R. Blood Lipid Response to Training in Functionally Limited Elders. AAPHERD National Convention, Philadelphia, PA, April 1-5, 2003.

Fahlman, M.M. Morgan, A.L., McNevin, N., Boardely, D., Topp, R., & Hornyak, J. Mucosal

IGA and the Elderly: Effects of Different Exercise Training Programs. 49th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine, St. Louis, MO, May 29, 2002.

Doherty, K.D., Morgan, A.L., Topp, R., McNevin, N., Fahlman, M.M., Boardely, D., & King,

K.L. A Comparison Between a Strength and a Combined Strength and Aerobic Training Program. 49th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine, St. Louis, MO, May 29, 2002.

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Sobolewski, J.L. Morgan A.L., Fahlman, M.M., McNevin, N., Boardely, D., & Topp, R. The Relationship Between Tests of Functional Ability in the Elderly. 49th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine, St. Louis, MO, May 29, 2002.

Morgan, A.L., Topp, R., McNevin, N., Fahlman, M.M., Boardely, D., King, K.L., & Doherty,

K.D. Hydrations Status of Community Dwelling Seniors. 49th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine, St. Louis, MO, May 29, 2002.

Woolley, S.M., Topp, R., Khuder, S., Hornyak, J., & Commager, JA. The Effect of

Isometric/Dynamic Strength Training on Gait in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis. Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, Section on Geriatrics San Antonio Texas, on February16, 2001.

Labbe, A., Page, P. & Topp, R. Clinical Force Production of Thera-Band Elastic Bands. The American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting. New Orleans, LA, February 1-3, 2000.

Hornyak, J., Topp, R., Woolley, S., Khuder, S. & Kahaleh, B. A Comparison Between the Effects of Isometric and Dynamic Strength Training on Function and Pain in Osteoarthritis of the Knee. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 62nd Annual Assembly, San Francisco, CA, November 3, 2000.

Armola, R. & Topp, R. Variables that Discriminate Length of Stay and Readmission within 30

days among Heart Failure Patients . Heart Failure Summit V, Cleveland OH. Sponsored by the Cleveland Clinic on October 1-2, 1999. Christianson, A.L., Steiner, V., Topp, R. & Edinger, W.J. Perceptions of elder abuse in the medical and legal professions. 52nd Annual Meeting of the Gerontological Society of American, San Francisco, CA, November 3, 1999. Steiner, V., Christianson, A.L., Topp, R. & Edinger, W.J. Physicians’ and lawyers’ perceptions of different types of elder abuse. 52nd Annual Meeting of the Gerontological Society of American, San Francisco, CA, November 3, 1999. Smolen, D., & Topp, R. The influence of self-care agency on quality of life in adults with inflammatory bowel disease. Sigma Theta Tau International Biennial Convention, San Diego, CA, November 8, 1999. Topp, R., Mikesky, A., Thompson, K., & Meyer, A. Predicting performance in functional tasks among older adults using strength and joint pain. The American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Cincinnati, OH, May 29-June 1, 1996. Bawel, K., Keck, J., Topp, R., & Mikesky, A. The relationship between self-efficacy and adherence among older adults participating in a strength training program. The American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Cincinnati, OH, May 29-June 1, 1996. Mikesky, A., Topp, R., Meyer, A., & Thompson, K. Reliability of ten tests for assessing functional performance and strength in older adults. The American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Cincinnati, OH, May 29-June 1, 1996.

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Topp, R., Mikesky, A., Holt, W., & Dayhoff, N. Effect of resistance training on strength, postural control and gait velocity of elders. The American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Minneapolis, MN, May 31-June 3, 1995. Topp, R., Mikesky, A. E., Dayhoff, N., & Holt, W. Effect of a 12-week strength training program on the postural sway of older adults. The American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, IN, June 1-4, 1994. Brown, J. L., Wigglesworth, J. K., Topp, R., Edwards, J. E., & Mikesky, A. E. Warm-up decrements in a simple reaction time task in older v. younger adults. The American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, IN, June 1-4, 1994. Schwendner, K. I., Mikesky, A. E., & Topp, R. Ground reaction forces at heel strike in young and older adults. The American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, IN, June 1-4, 1994. Dayhoff, N., Topp, R., Wigglesworth, J., & Suhrheinrich, J. Postural control in community-based older adults. Sigma Theta Tau International’s 32nd Biennial Convention, Indianapolis, IN, November 27, 1993. Baird, C., Dayhoff, N., Bennett, S., Backer, J., & Topp, R. Fear of falling: Instrument development. Sigma Theta Tau International’s 32nd Biennial Convention, Indianapolis, IN, November 27, 1993. Topp, R., Burgener, S., Murray, C., Holt, W., & Rowland, N. The effect of exercise upon Alzheimer’s patients and their primary caregiver. Sigma Theta Tau International’s 32nd Biennial Convention, Indianapolis, IN, November 27, 1993. Mikesky, A., Topp, R., Wigglesworth, J., & Edwards, J. Resistance training using elastic tubing in older adults. The American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting, Dallas, TX, May 27-30, 1992. Local/Regional

Topp, R., Brosky, J.A., & Pieschel, D. The effect of 3.5 % menthol gel on knee pain and functioning among patients with knee osteoarthritis. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Dearborn MI. April 13, 2012.

Ling, J. Jacks, D.E., King, K. M., Ridner, S.L., Conte, K., & Topp R. Effects of a 10-week fitness program on perceptions and fitness among overweight and normal weight freshmen-level students. 3rd Annual Graduate Research Symposium, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, April 1, 2011.

Topp, R., Ledford, E.R., & Jacks, D. E. The Effects of Combined Topical Menthol and Ice on Distal Blood Flow, MNRS Annual Research Conference, Columbus, OH, March 24-27, 2011.

Martin, L., Wakefield, L., Abi Nader, P., Topp, R., & Jacks, D. Lack of Correlation Between Importance of Pro Attitude of Exercise and Objective and Self-Reported Markers of Fitness. Annual Meeting of the Southeast Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine. Greenville, SC, February 3-5, 2011.

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Ledford, E.R., Topp, R. & Jacks, D. E., The Effects of BioFreeze and Ice on Bloodflow. Annual Meeting of the Southeast Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine. Greenville, SC, February 3-5, 2011.

Schilero, J., Winchester, L., Topp, R., & Jacks, D. Effect of 3.5% and 10% Concentration Topical Menthol on Peripheral Blood Flow and Strength. Annual Meeting of the Southeast Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine. Greenville, SC, February 3-5, 2011.

Winchester, L., Schilero, J., Jacks, D., & Topp, R. Effects of Topical Menthol on Systemic

Arterial Blood Flow. Research! Louisville, Louisville, KY, October 11-14, 2010. Landenwich, G., Newton, K., Conte, K. & Topp, R. Perceptions, Behaviors and Readiness to

Change Following the Fit Into College Program, University of Louisville, University Wide Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 5, 2010.

Berger, J., Truman, A., Lehna, C., & Topp, R. Virtual Journal Club Connects Evidence to

Practice. Kentucky Organization of Nurse Leaders Annual Meeting, Lexington, KY, May 24-25, 2010.

Topp, R., Truman, A., Goldman, M., Berger, J., Wilson, D., Munson, T., Roth, K., Bohn, M., Nunn, S., & Zink, K. Verbal Abuse of Pediatric Nurses by Patients and Families. Research! Louisville, Louisville, KY, October 12-16, 2009.

Winchester, L., Mink, A., Sannes, S., Kaufman, J., Jacks, D., & Topp, R. A Comparison of Menthol Ointment and Ice on Blood Flow, Pain and Muscle Function. Research! Louisville, Louisville, KY, October 12-16, 2009.

Newman, J., Jacks, D., Wedig, R., Hollingsworth, A., Moseley, N., & Topp, R. Reducing obesity

related behaviors among elementary school aged children: The Tommie Smith Youth Athletic Initiative Research Louisville 2008!, Louisville, KY, October 12-19, 2008.

Brown, K., Swank, A., Topp, R., Quesada, P., Nyland, J., Malkani, A., Effects of an 8 week prehabilitation program on strength among patients scheduled for total knee arthroplasty. Research! Louisville 2008!, Louisville, KY, October 12-19, 2008.

Ciszewski, T.N., Newman, J.L., Wedig, R.T., Jacks, D.E., Hollingworth, A., & Topp, R. The

Tommie Smith Youth Athletic Initiative to Reduce Obesity Risk Factors among Children in West Louisville Undergraduate Research Symposium, University of Louisville, April 15, 2008.

Meizinger, C., Kachelman, J., Topp, R., Boardley, D., Swank, A.M., Quesda, P., & Nyland, J. Effects

of Prehabilitation on Leg Strength and Dietary Intake among Osteoarthritis Patients Scheduled for Total Knee Arthroplasty Undergraduate Research Symposium, University of Louisville, April 15, 2008.

Nash, W., Topp, R., & Hutti, M. DNS. Sexual Relationship Power in Belizean Women; Psychometric Evaluation of the Sexual Relationship Power Scale Southern Nursing Research Society (SNRS) 2008 Annual Conference being held in Birmingham, AL, February 3-5, 2008.

Topp, R., Swank, A., Quesada, P., Nyland, J., & Malkani, A. The effect of prehabilitation on leg

strength and performance of functional tasks prior to TKA, Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference Indianapolis, IN, March 28-31, 2008.

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Burnett, D., Campbell-Kyureghyan, N., Topp, R., & Quesada, P. “Does Back Pain Precede Knee

Problems in Individuals with Unilateral Knee Osteoarthritis?” Research Louisville 2007!, Louisville, KY, 10/16/07-10/19/07.

Brown, K., Kachelman, J., Swank, A., Quesada, P., Nyland, J., Malkani, A., & Topp, R.

Predictors of functional ability among patients scheduled for total knee arthroplasty. Research Louisville 2007!, Louisville, KY, 10/16/07-10/19/07.

Berger, J., Topp, R., Davis, L., Jones, J., & Stewart, L. Comparing Web-based and Face-to-face

Nursing Staff Instruction. Research Louisville 2007!, Louisville, KY, 10/16/07-10/19/07. Hollis, B., Andres, J., Mattson, E., Topp, R., & Olive, J. Effects of menthol on skeletal muscle

blood flow. Research Louisville 2007!, Louisville, KY, 10/16/07-10/19/07. Kachelman, J., Bibeau, W., Topp, R., Quesada, P., Swank, A., & Nyland, J. Prehabilitation prior

to knee arthroplasty increases strength and function. Research Louisville 2007!, Louisville, KY, 10/16/07-10/19/07.

Zink, K., Bohn, M., Hood, T., Sturm, J., Topp, R., & Berger, J. A comparison of methods of

assessing patient body weight in the pediatric emergency department. Research Louisville 2007!, Louisville, KY, 10/16/07-10/19/07.

Nash, W., Topp, R., & Hutti, M. DNS. Sexual Relationship Power in Belizean Women;

Psychometric Evaluation of the Sexual Relationship Power Scale. Research Louisville 2007!, Louisville, KY, 10/16/07-10/19/07.

Topp, R., Boardley, D., Quesada, P., Swank, A., Nyland, J., & Malkani, A. The Effect of

Prehabilitation Exercise Prior To Knee Arthroplasty on Readiness for Surgery, Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Omaha, NE, March 25-29, 2007.

Doane, J.E., Quesada, P.M., Topp, R., Swank, A.M., & Nyland, J., Standard Gait Analysis

Parameter Comparison from First Walking Trial to Steady State Walking Trials. Research Louisville 2006!, Louisville, KY, 10/10/06-10/13/06.

Robinson, K., Roberts, K., Stewart, C., Topp, R., Hayes, G., & Newman, J. A summary of prime-

MD findings in a vulnerable population. Research Louisville 2006!, Louisville, KY, 10/10/06-10/13/06. Roberts, K., Robinson, K., Stewart, C., Smith, F., Topp, R., Hayes, G., Wright, J., Newman, J., &

Thomas, T. “A Community as Partner Model to Develop Integrated Mental Health Services for Vulnerable Populations.” Poster presentation at Research Louisville!, University of Louisville, HSC, Louisville, KY, 10/06.

Fisher, M., Bibeau, W., Kachelman, J., Nyland, J., Quesada, P.M., Swank, A.M., & Topp, R. The

Effect of Prehabilitation Exercise Prior To Knee Arthroplasty on Functional Ability. Research Louisville 2006!, Louisville, KY, 10/10/06-10/13/06.

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Kachelman, J., Bibeau, W. Topp, R. Swank, M., Quesada, P., Nyland, J., & Malkani, A. The effect of prehabilitation exercises on strength and range of motion among end-stage knee osteoarthritis patients. Research Louisville 2006!, Louisville, KY, 10/10/06-10/13/06.

Caudill, P., Crabtree, V., Wetig, R., Jacks, D., Kurbasic, M., Valdes, X., Jones, F., Howard, M., &

Topp, R. A transtheoretical approach to the treatment of childhood obesity. Research Louisville 2006!, Louisville, KY, 10/10/06-10/13/06.

Clasby. C., Topp, R., Miller, J., Boardley, D., & Kerpitch, I. An analysis of nutritional status

among preoperative TKA patients following prehabilitation. Research Louisville 2006!, Louisville, KY, 10/10/06-10/13/06.

Quesada, P., Doane, J., Swank, A., Angeli, C., Nyland, J., & Topp, R. Post TKA effects of

prehabilitation on standing knee kinetics. Research Louisville 2006!, Louisville, KY, 10/10/06-10/13/06. Fischer, D., Newman, J., Roberts, K., Robinson, K., & Topp, R., Mental health care needs of

three underserved urban communities. Research Louisville 2006!, Louisville, KY, 10/10/06-10/13/06. Topp, R., Frost, K., Nyland, J., Quesada, P.M., Swank, A.M., & Malkani, A. Preoperative

Physical Functioning as a Predictor of Postoperative Recovery After Total Knee Arthroplasty. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Milwaukee, WI, April 1-3, 2006.

Judd, C., Roberts, K., Topp, R., Walfoort, N., & Fox, B. Barriers and Facilitators of Physical

Activity: An Underserved Neighborhood’s View. Research Louisville 2005!, Louisville, KY, 10/31/05-11/4/05.

Caudill, P., Griffin, S., Bibeau, W., Staley, M., Wedig, R., Topp, R., Jones, V., Kurbasic, M.,

Jacks, D., & Valdes X. Dietary and Physical Activity Patterns among Obese African-American Children 8-12 years Old. Research Louisville 2005!, Louisville, KY,10/31/05-11/4/05.

Bibeau, W., Griffin, S., Caudill, P., Goldman, M., Wedig R., Topp, R., Jones, V., Kurbasic , M.,

Moore, J., &Valdes X. (2005). Physical and Cognitive Characteristics of Obese African-American Children and their Parents. Research Louisville 2005!, Louisville, KY, 10/31/05-11/4/05. Velidandla, R.R., Frost, K.L., Nyland, J., & Topp, R. Correlation of Objective and Perceived Physical Functioning after Total Knee Arthroplasty and Rehabilitation, poster presentation at Research Louisville, University Of Louisville, Louisville, KY, November 1-4, 2004. Vyas, P., Elmaghraby, A., & Topp, R. (2004). Data mining application for predictive learning from visiting nurse association data, poster presentation at Research!Louisville, University of Louisville, Louisville KY, November 1-4, 2004.

Topp, R., Woolley, S., Pifer, M., Khuder, S., Hornyak, J., & Kahaleh, B. The Effect of Strength

Training on Pain During Functioning Among Patients with OA of the Knee. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Cleveland, OH, March 3-6, 2001. Topp, R. & Cassidy, K. Development and testing of a Nurse Scheduling Satisfaction Survey. 18th Annual Southern Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Louisville, KY, February 19-21, 2004.

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Topp, R., Boardely, D., Fahlman, M.M., Morgan, A.L., & McNevin, N. Effect of Exercise Mode on Functioning of Functionally Limited Older Adults. Research Louisville 2003!, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, November 3-6, 2003. Topp, R., Woolley, S., Commager, J., & Khuder, S. Predictors of four functional activities among patients with osteoarthritis of the knee. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Indianapolis, IN, April 10-13, 1999. Smolen, D. & Topp, R., Predictors of quality of life among adults diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Indianapolis, IN, April 10-13, 1999. Topp, R., Walsh, E., & Sanford, C. The effect of providing a paging device to individuals in the surgical waiting room, Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Columbus, OH, March 29-31, 1998. Tucker, D., Weber, C., & Topp, R. The impact of a clinical case manager/clinical nurse specialists on congestive heart failure patients. Sigma Theta Tau, Zeta Theta Chapter Annual Research Day, Toledo, OH, April 15, 1997. Topp, R., Russell, L. & Romans, J. The impact of a patient centered care model on length of stay, and time staff spent in direct patient care. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Minneapolis, MN, April 5-8, 1997. Topp, R., Mikesky, A., & Dayhoff, N. Determinants of our functional tasks among older adults. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Minneapolis, MN, April 5-8, 1997. Bawel, K., Keck, J., Topp, R., & Mikesky, A. The relationship between self-efficacy and adherence among older adults participating in a strength training program. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO, April 1-4, 1994. Estes, P. K., Topp, R. Suhrheinrich, J., & Dayhoff, N. Depression and subjective mood among older adults completing exercise training. Indiana University Center for Nursing Research, Student Research Day, Indianapolis, IN, December 5, 1994. Estes, P. K., Topp, R., Suhrheinrich, J., & Dayhoff, N. Depression and subjective mood among older adults completing exercise training. Indiana University 21st Annual Nursing Research Conference, Indianapolis, IN, September 16, 1994. Topp, R., Dayhoff, N., & Jorden, S. The effect of strength or balance exercises upon health care utilization of older adults. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Milwaukee, WI, April 10-12, 1994. Bawel, K., & Topp, R. Needs assessment of nursing care services which might be utilized on a college campus by faculty and staff. The Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Cleveland, OH, March 27-30, 1993. Baird, C., Dayhoff, N., Bennett, S., Backer, J., & Topp, R. Fear of falling: Instrument development. The Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Cleveland, OH, March 27-30, 1993.

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Dayhoff, N., Bennett, S., Baird, C., & Topp, R. IU fear of falling questionnaire: psychometric properties. Indiana University 19th Annual Nursing Research Conference, Indianapolis, IN, November 6, 1992. Bawel, K., & Topp, R. Needs assessment of nursing care services to be provided through the IUPUI School of Nursing’s Office of Faculty Practice. Indiana University 19th Annual Nursing Research Conference, Indianapolis, IN, November 6, 1992. Topp, R., & Bawel, K. An evaluation of seven methods of recruiting older adults into an exercise study. The Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Chicago, IL, March 28-31, 1992. Topp, R., & Posner, J. The cost-outcomes of 6 months of exercise among older diabetics. The Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Oklahoma City. OK, April 27, 1991. Topp, R. The cost-effects of exercise training among older diabetics. The Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Indianapolis, IN, April 22, 1990. Topp, R. The effect of relaxation exercises or physical exercise on test anxiety in undergraduate students. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Cincinnati, OH, April 2-4, 1989.

Topp, R. Exercise in elders, lifestyle and psychological changes. 13th Annual Spring Research

Symposium, Center for Nursing Research, The Ohio State University, College of Nursing, Columbus, OH, May 5, 1986.

Topp, R. Lifestyle and psychological changes with exercise in elders. The Midwest Nursing

Research Society Annual Convention, Omaha, NE, May 3, 1986. Topp, R. The relationship between the nurse’s and the patient’s perception of stresses affecting the

patient. The Midwest Nursing Research Society’s Annual Convention. Minneapolis, MN, April 1-3, 1986. Topp, R. The relationship between the nurse’s and the patient’s perception of stress affecting

the patient. The Fifth Annual Research in Nursing Conference, College of Nursing and Health. Cincinnati, OH, May 14, 1984. Invited Professional Presentations Topp, R. So You Want to Be a PI: Introduction to the Role. American Association of Colleges of Nursing. Research Role Development Series Webinar. Milwaukee. WI, October 27, 2011 Topp, R. Childhood obesity: New Approaches to Primary Care Treatment. University of Louisville, Mini Medical School Series. Louisville, KY, November 12, 2008. Topp, R. Nursing Research and Hospital Applications. Eat and Learn Series, University of Louisville Hospital, May 7, 2008. Topp, R. Childhood Obesity: A Growing Problem. Lunch and Learn Series, University School of Nursing Development Office, August 28, 2008.

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Topp, R. Exercise before during and following breast cancer therapy. James Graham Brown Cancer Center Memorial Lecture Series. Louisville, KY, September 27, 2007. Topp, R., & Hines-Martin, V. Incorporating Diversity into Programs of Research, University of Louisville, School of Nursing, Brown Bag Research and Executive Committees presentation, Louisville, KY, December 8, 2006. Topp, R. Getting and staying motivated with your diet and exercise program, University of Louisville, Campus Health Initiative, Louisville, KY, April 29, 2006. Topp, R. Prehabilitation prior to total knee arthroplasty. Functional Fitness and the Science of Joint Preservation sponsored by the Dept. of Orthopaedics, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, April 28-29, 2006. Topp, R. Research integrity – What is it all about?, Doctoral Colloquium, University of Louisville, School of Nursing, January 17, 2006. Topp, R. University Reports for P.I.s Health Science Research Office, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, April 28, 2005. Topp, R. Detrimental Effects of Physical Inactivity Among Orthopaedic Patients and the Potential of "Prehabilitation" to Enhance Recovery. 2005 NAON Congress Phoenix, AZ, May 23, 2005. Huttlinger, K., Topp, R., Gift, A., Moore, S., Perry, A., Sommers, M.,& McFarland, G., Writing a successful NIH Grant Proposal for Resubmission. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Cincinnati, OH, April 1-4, 2005. Aaronson, L., Conn, V., & Topp, R. Preparing Special Manuscripts: Dissertation Reports, Methodological Papers, Integrated Reviews and Components of Large Studies. Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference, Cincinnati, OH, April 1-4, 2005.

Topp, R. Exercise & Older Adults; Interscience Research Where Everyone Wins. The Interscience Research Seminars on Aging, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, February 23, 2005.

Topp, R. Exercise for the Deconditioned Patient. ISHIB 2005, Hypertension and Related Diseases: Control and Prevention in Ethnic Populations Across the Lifespan. San Juan, Puerto Rico, July 15-19, 2005.

Topp, R. Strength Training for Function in Older Adults. 4th Annual International Conference on

Therapeutic Exercise (ICOTE) Sponsored by Thera-Band, Salzburg, Austria, July 23-24, 2004. Topp, R. Strength Training for Function. 3rd Annual International Conference on Therapeutic

Exercise Hosted by Thera-Band(R) Academy. San Diego, CA, August 14-16, 2003.

Topp, R. Strength Training for Older Adults Functional Exercise Progression: An International Approach . 2nd Annual International Conference on Therapeutic Exercise Hosted by Thera-Band(R) Academy. Toronto, Canada, August 4-11, 2002. Topp, R. The Effect of Resistance Training on the Pain and Functioning of Patients with Osteoarthritis of the Knee. Keynote Speaker, Detroit Medical Center, Rehabilitation Institute of

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Michigan, Research Department, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 5th Annual Research Day. Detroit MI, May 17, 2002.

Topp, R. Strength Training for Older Adults Functional Exercise Progression: An International Approach. 1st Annual International Conference on Therapeutic Exercise Hosted by Thera-Band(R) Academy, Prague, CZ, August 13-17, 2001. Topp, R. The Effect of Isometric Vs. Dynamic Strength Training on Muscle Strength, Pain, Function and Proprioception of Individuals with Osteoarthritis of the Knee. Division of Neurology Grand Rounds, Medical College Of Ohio, Toledo OH, January 14, 1999. Topp, R. From Nursing Research to Clinical Practice: The Road Less Traveled. Keynote Address The First Annual MCO-MCH Nursing Research Conference, Toledo, OH, April 13, 1998. Topp, R. Caring from the Heart. Henry County Health Department Nursing Breakfast, Napoleon OH, May 12, 1997. Topp, R. Conducting research on a shoestring. ProMedica Research Celebration. The Toledo Hospital, Toledo, OH, December 11,1996. Topp, R. Fitness for your life. Professional Educational Seminars. Cincinnati, OH, June 28, 1996. Springfield Inn, Springfield, OH. Topp, R. Gerontology update: Assessment, health promotion and aging. Professional Education Seminars, Cincinnati, OH, November 17, 1994. Sinclair Community College, Dayton, OH, November 4, 1994. Topp, R. Gerontological advances and changing trends: successful aging through fitness. Professional Education Seminars, Cincinnati, OH, September 29, 1994. Sinclair Community College, Dayton, OH, September 30, 1994. Topp, R. Exercise testing, prescription and program maintenance. National Conference of Gerontological Nurse Practitioners 1994 Annual Convention, Old Williamsburg Virginia, September 16-18, 1994. Topp, R. The physical aspects of aging. Office of Gerontology, Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, November 8, 1993. Burgener, S., & Topp, R. An exercise program for home-dwelling Alzheimer’s patients and their primary care givers. Tenth Annual State Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease, Indiana Government Center, Indianapolis, IN, June 9, 1993. Topp, R. Successful aging through fitness. The Upper Arlington Senior Center, Upper Arlington, Ohio, April 16, 1993. Topp, R. The relationship between exercise and aging. The American College of Sports Medicine Health\Fitness Instructor Certification, The National Institute for Fitness and Sport, Indianapolis, Indiana, October 29, 1992. Topp, R. Strength training for older adults. Annual meeting of the Indiana Society of Cardiac Rehabilitation, Indianapolis, IN, September 19, 1992.

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Topp, R. Fitness preprogram testing. Conference on Successful Aging Through Fitness. Indianapolis, IN, August 5-7, 1992. Topp, R. The relationship between exercise and aging. The American College of Sports Medicine Health\Fitness Instructor Certification, The National Institute for Fitness and Sport, Indianapolis, Indiana, July 29, 1992. Topp, R. A review of the effects of exercise upon the functioning of older adults. Department of Family Medicine, School of Medicine, Indiana University, September 27, 1991. Topp, R. The relationship between exercise and aging. The American College of Sports Medicine Health\Fitness Instructor Certification, The National Institute for Fitness and Sport, Indianapolis, IN, October 25, 1991. Topp, R. Use of defensive driving programs with the elderly in prevention of falls. Rehabilitation Technology Centers Driving Sector, Fort Wayne, IN, October 12, 1991. Topp, R. The effects of dynamic strength training on muscle functioning of older adults: descriptive findings. New faculty orientation by the Office of Faculty Development, Indiana University, September 15, 1991. Topp, R. Skin care of the hospitalized older adult. Staff development program for student nurse interns, Wishard Hospital, Indianapolis, IN, August 15, 1991. Topp, R., Gwiazdowski, T., & Gambino, S. The development of a low-cost interdisciplinary comprehensive fitness program for college age adults. National Intramural and Recreational Sports Association’s Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO, August 9, 1990. Topp, R. Physiology and psychology of aging. The American College of Sports Medicine Health\Fitness Instructor Certification, The National Institute for Fitness and Sport, Indianapolis, IN, September 15, 1990. Topp, R. The health care cost-effects of exercise among older diabetics. Panel discussion, the Eighth Florence Cellar Conference in Gerontological Nursing, Cleveland, OH, March 30, 1990. Topp, R. Eating right: what your mother never taught you, everything you always wanted to know about exercise, but were afraid to try. Diet and exercise, a marriage made in the kitchen. The Student Health Service, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, November 1-15, 1989. Topp, R. Freedom from smoking. Developed by the American Lung Association, On Line Computer Services, Dublin, OH, January 25-March 3, 1987. Topp, R. The benefits of activity programs in nursing homes. The Ohio Association of Adult Day Care Providers monthly meeting, Columbus, OH, December 4, 1987. Topp, R. Diet, exercise and the female athlete. Presented for female teams and coaches in cooperation with the Student Health Services, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, May 15, 1986. Grant Funding and Fellowships

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Year Authors Title Support Status 2012 Burns, E

Topp, R (Co-PIs)

Promoting Healthy Body Weight among African American Women through a Community Participatory Model

Healthier Wisconsin Partnership Program

$198,294 Funded

2012 Topp, R (PI) A comparison of three Kinesiology tape products on pain and functioning of patients with common soft tissue injuries of the lower extremities

LifeStrength Corporation $36,553 Pending

2012 Topp, R (PI) The effect of an ion transfer bracelet on functioning, joint pain and sleep among individuals with knee osteoarthritis (OA).

LifeStrength Corporation $5,000 Funded

2011 Frenn, M (PI) Topp, R (consultant)

The effect of combining Probiotic Treatment with a Diet/Physical Activity Educational Program on Body Composition and Intestinal Microbiota among Predominately Overweight and Obese Children”

Milwaukee CTSI consortium Pilot work program

$50,000 Funded

2011 Topp, R (PI) A comparison of two formulations of Biofreeze on blood flow, perceptions of sensation and muscle performance.

Performance Health $7,590 Funded

2010 Topp, R (PI) Hygenic Research Fund Hygenic Corporation $5,000 Completed

2010 King, K. Ridner, SL, Jacks, D Topp, R (senior mentor)

Fit Into College Supporting Undergraduate Innovation (SUN) Ideas to Action (i2a) Implementation Grants

$1,500 Completed $1,000 Completed

2009 Topp, R. (PI) Hygenic Research Fund Hygenic Corporation $11,000 Completed

2009 Ridner, S.L. (PI) Topp, R (CO-I)

Fit into College, A Program to Improve Physical Activity and Dietary Intake Lifestyles among College Students.

University of Louisville, Shirley B Powers Endowment

$9,800 Completed

2008 Chlebowy, D.O., (PI) Topp, R (Co-I)

The effect of motivational interviewing on type II diabetes management of African-American: A pilot study

Improved Health Outcomes Program (iHOP)

$50,000 Completed

2008 Topp, R. (PI) Development of the Hygenic Research Fund

Hygenic Corporation $10,000 Completed

2007 LaJoie, A.S. (PI) Topp, R. (Co-I)

A qualitative assessment of attitudes, normative beliefs and control beliefs surrounding exercise and surgery for the management of knee osteoarthritis

University of Louisville, Shirley B Powers Endowment

$4,921 Completed

2007 Berger, J. (PI) Topp, R. (Co-I)

A comparison of methods of assessing patient body weight in the pediatric emergency department

The Children’s Hospital Foundation

$5,800 Completed

2007 R, Topp (PI) Tommy Smith Youth Athletic Initiative Louisville Metro Health Department Center For Health Equity

$40,000 Completed

2006 Quesada, P. (PI) Topp, R. (Co-I)

Biomechanical and Functional Effects of Obesity Among African-American Children

University of Louisville, Multidisciplinary Research Grant Program

$10,000 Completed

2005 Topp, R. Crabtree, V. (co-PIs)

Family Case Management of Childhood Obesity in Urban African-Americans

University of Louisville School of Medicine

$12,500 Completed

2005 Roberts, K, (PI) Topp, R (Evaluator)

A Community-As-Partner Model To Integrated Mental Health in Vulnerable Populations

Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky $198,000 Completed

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2004 Bertocci, G.E. (PI) Topp, R (Co-I)

Impact of Rehabilitation on Functioning After Total Hip Arthroplasty

University of Louisville, Multidisciplinary Research Grant Program

$10,000 Completed

2003 Pack, A. (PI) R, Topp (Evaluator)

Initiative for Nursing Diversity Excellence (INDE)

HRSA $298,042 Completed

2002 Topp, R., Mundt, M.

Nursing Research Collaboration Between Norton Health Care and The University of Louisville School of Nursing

Norton Health Care $ 20,058 Completed

2003 Topp, R. (PI) Effect of Prehabilitation on Rehabilitation in TKA

1RO1 NR08015 National Institute of Nursing Research

$1,095,321 Completed

2000 Topp, R. (PI) Exercise Mode and Health Status Indices in the Elderly

1RO1 NR04929 National Institute of Nursing Research

$699,100 Completed

1999 Nightengale, S. (PI) Topp, R. (Co-I)

The effect of 10 weeks of Thera-Band gripper balls on the grip strength and hand joint pain of older adults

Hygenics Corporation $800 (donated products) Competed

1998 Topp, R Development of a Biostatistics Intranet Site Center for Creative Instruction, Medical College of Ohio

$3,000 Completed

1997 Topp, R., (PI) Effect of Strength Training on Functioning and Pain in OA

1R01 NR04515-01, 1R55 NR04515-01 National Institute of Nursing Research

$425,047 Completed

1998 Walsh, E., (PI) Topp, R. (Co-I)

Development and Predictive Ability of an Instrument to Measure Nurse Decision-Making Ability

ProMedica Health Systems Sigma Theta Tau, Zeta Theta Chapter

$4,060 Completed

1998 Szor, J. (PI) Topp, R. (Co-PI)

The effect of magnet therapy on healing and pain among diabetics with foot ulcers

ConvaTec Nursing Research Scholarship ProMedica Health Systems

$12,500 Completed

1997 Frey, G. (PI) Topp, R. (Co-PI)

The Effect of Case Management on Length of Stay among Chronic Renal Failure Patients

American Nephrology Nurse’s Association

$3,000 Completed

1996 Weber, C, (PI) Topp, R. (Co-PI)

Critical Care Pathways in CHF Patients Sigma Theta Tau, Zeta Theta Chapter $500 Completed

1996 Topp, R. (PI) The Effect of Strength Training vs Relaxation Training on Pain and Functioning of Adults with Knee OA

ProMedica Health Systems $9,975 Completed

1995 Topp, R. (PI) Determination of the Reliability of Methods used to Assess Postural Control, Functional Mobility, and Dynamic Strength among Older Adults

Sigma Theta Tau, Alpha Chapter $1,723 Completed

1995 Topp, R. (PI) Determination of the Reliability of Methods used to Assess Postural Control, Functional Mobility and Decrease Falls and Injuries in Older Adults

Indiana University School of Nursing Research Committee

$660 Completed

1992 Dayhoff, N. (PI) Topp, R. (Co-I)

Nurse Managed Clinic to Enhance Mobility and Decrease Falls and Injuries in Older Adults

Indiana State Board of Health $204,960 Completed

1994 Topp, R. (Estes, P., student applicant)

Depression and Subjective Mood Among Older Adults Completing Exercise Training

Undergraduate Research Grant, Indiana University Office of Faculty Development

$1,500 Completed

1993

Topp, R. (PI)

The Effect of Dynamic Training on Balance, Strength & Gait Characteristics of Older Adults

Indiana University School of Nursing Biomedical Research Service Grant, Indiana University Office of Faculty Development

$19,315 Completed

1993 Topp, R. (PI) The 65-Plus Club Programs Development Project

The Allstate Foundation $1,000 Completed

1992 Topp, R. (PI) The Effect of Exercise on Negative Behaviors of Alzheimer’s Patients and Stress Level of Their Primary Caregiver

Sigma Kappa Foundation, Indiana University School of Nursing, Nursing Research Committee & Indiana University Office of Faculty Dev.

$9,537 Completed

1991 Topp, R. (PI) Piloting Methods of Collecting Psychological, Physical, and Health Care

Indiana University Office of Faculty Development

$3,000 Completed

1991 Topp, R. (PI) Determining the Feasibility of Developing Health Promotion Services for Older Adults Within the IUPUI School of Nursing

Indiana University School of Nursing, Nursing Research Committee

$1,000 Completed

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1991 Topp, R. (PI) Evaluation of 3 Recruitment Methods and 3 Questionnaires Which Measure Demographics, Perceptions of Health and Benefits/Barriers to Exercise Among Adults Age 65 and Older

Indiana University School of Nursing, Nursing Research Committee

$1,100 Completed

1987 Topp, R. (PI) Effects of Relaxation or Physical Exercise on Test Anxiety

Ohio State University Graduate School $1,125 Completed

1986 Topp, R. (PI) The Development of a Questionnaire to Assess Subjective Sleep Patterns of Older Adults

Ohio State University Center for Nursing Research

$390 Completed

1983

Topp, R.

Graduate Teaching Assistantship

University of Cincinnati

6,400 Completed

1982 Topp, R. Professional Nursing Traineeship Division of Nursing $4,093 Completed

Teaching/Service Publications (*refereed) 34. Jo-Ana D. Chase1, J.D., Topp, R., Smith, C.E., Cohen, M.Z., Fahrenwald, N., Zerwic, J.J., Benefield, L.E., Anderson, C.M., & Conn, V.S., (In Press)Time management strategies for research Productivity. Western Journal of Nursing Research 33. Vowels, A., Topp, R. & Berger, J. (2012) Stress among operating room nurses and operating room technologists. Kentucky Nurse, 60(2), 5-7. 32. Berger, J., Hardin, H., and Topp, R. (2011). Implementation of a virtual journal club in a clinical nursing setting. Journal for Nurses in Staff Development, 27(3), 116-120 31. Brown, K., Brosky, J. A., Pariser, D., & Topp R. (March 2010). Preoperative Exercise Boosts Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) Outcomes. Lower Extremity Review, 2 (1), 53 - 61. 30. Goldman, M., Ciszewski, T.N., Shackelford, M.L., Miller, S. & Topp, R. (2009). Kosair Children’s Hospital Brings NICU Babies and Families Together. Kentucky Nurse, October, p. 11. 29. Topp, R. & Frost, K.L. (2009). “Resistance Training Strategies for Individuals With Osteoarthritis” in Innovative Muscular Strength, Power and Endurance Training. Ed A. M. Swank. Human Kinetics Publishing, Philadelphia, PA. 28. Topp, R., Page, P., W., Swank, A.M., Quesada, P.M., Nyland, J., & Malkani, A. (2009). Prehabilitation for Total Knee Replacement. International Council on Aging, Functional U, March/April, 7(2), 1-8. 27. Topp, R., Winchester, L., Sannes, S.H., Mink, A.M., Kaufman, J.S. & Jacks, D.E. (2009). A comparison of Biofreeze and ice on blood flow, pain and muscle function. The Industry Compendium of Chiropractic Research, 55(8), p. 34. 26. Kachelman, J., Brown, K., Topp, R. (2008). Plan Exercise for Individuals using and Assistive Device. International Council on Aging, Functional U, July/August, 6(4), 1-11 25. *Mason, H.N. Crabtree, V., Caudill, P., & Topp, R. (2008). Childhood Obesity: A Transtheoretical case management approach. Journal of Pediatric Nursing, 23(5), 337-344. 24. *Topp, R, Newman, J.L., & Jones, V.F. (2008). Including African Americans in Health Care Research. Western Journal of Nursing Research, 30(2), 197-203.

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23. Ridner, S.L., Topp, R., Frost, K.L. (2007). Methodological Issues in Identifying Sexuality for Research. American Journal of Men’s Health, 1(1), 87-90. 22. *Frost, K.L. & Topp, R. (2006). Physical activity prescription for the hypertensive patient. Nurse Practitioner, 31(4), 29-37. 21. *Topp, R. & Frost, K.L. (2006). Exercise for the inactive hypertensive patient Ethnicity and Disease, 16[suppl 4]:S4, 27-34. 20. **Fahlman, M. M and Topp, R. (2004). Increasing physical activity in the deconditioned person: the role of resistance training. Ethnicity and Disease,14(2), S205-S207 19. Higdon, J. & Topp, R., (2004). How to develop a budget for a research proposal. Western Journal of Nursing Research, 26(8), 922-929. 18. Page, P., Rogers, M., Topp, R., Rimmer, J. Chodzko-Zajko, W., Himes, C., Judge, J., Pallay, R., Brunner, D., & Matthews, M., (2004). Active Aging Toolkit: Promoting physical activity in older adults for healthcare providers. http://firststeptoactivehealth.com/downloads/files/Toolkit-whitepaperREV2-16-04.pdf. 17. *Topp, R., Boardley, D., & Fahlman, M. (2004). Healthy aging: health promotion, disease prevention. Nursing Clinics of North America, 39(2), 411-422. 16. Topp, R. (2003). “Elastic Resistance Training for Older Adults” in The Scientific and Clinical Application of Elastic Resistance, pp. 289-308. Eds. P. Page & T. S. Ellenbecker, Human Kinetics Publishing, Philadelphia, PA. 15. *Ditmyer, M. M., Topp, R. & Pifer, M. (2002). Prehabilitation in preparation for orthopaedic surgery. Orthopaedic Nursing, 21(5), 43-54. 14. *Topp, R., Ditmyer, M. M., King, K., Doherty, K., & Hornyak, J. (2002). The effect of bed rest and the potential of prehabilitation on ICU patients. AACN Clinical Issues: Advanced Practice in Acute and Critical Care, 13(2), 263-276. 13. *Robbins, L. B., Pender, N. J., Conn, V. S., Frenn, M. D., Neuberger, G. B., Nies, M., Topp, R. & Wilbur, J. (2001). Physical activity research in nursing. Journal of Nursing Scholarship, 33(4), 315-321. 12. Topp, R., (2001). Balances the internal versus external validity. Orthopaedic Nursing, 20(3), 8-9. 11. Topp, R. (2000). Value and limits to correlational designs in clinical studies. Orthopaedic Nursing, 19(6), 233. 10. *Topp, R., Russell, L. & Romans, J. (1997). Study shows PFC increases direct patient care: down time tumbles with new care model. Patient Focused Care, 15(3), 29-32. 9. *Topp, R., Mikesky, A. E., & Bawel, K. (1996). Developing a strength training program for older adults: Planning, programming, and potential outcomes. In Nursing Focus: Caring for Geriatric Patients (pp. 2-9, 26) Association of Rehabilitation Nurses: Glenview IL.

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8. *Topp, R., Mikesky, A. E., & Bawel, K. (1994). Developing a strength training program for older adults. Rehabilitation Nursing, 19(5), 266-273. 7. *Topp, R., & Utter, D. (1993). Developing a reciprocal program between student nurse organizations and hospitals. Imprint, 2, 63-65. 6. *Topp, R., (1991). Developing an exercise program for older adults: Pre-exercise testing, exercise prescription, and program maintenance. Nurse Practitioner, 16(1), 16-28. 5. *Souder, E., Lev, E., & Topp, R. (1990). The postdoctoral fellowship experience. Image: The Journal of Nursing Scholarship, 22(2), 116-120. 4. *Topp, R., Gambino, S., & Gwiazdowski, T. E. (1990). Development of a low-cost fitness assessment program for college age adults. Journal of the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association, 15(1), 30-33. 3. Topp, R., Gambino, S., & Gwiazdowski, T. E. (1990). The Pennfit Manual, Department of Recreation and Intramurals. University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 2. Gard, S., Topp, R., Wright, D., & Rechsteiner, M. (1989). Cardiovascular Fitness Program Manual. Upper Arlington Senior Center, Upper Arlington, OH. 1. *Topp, R. (1987). Activity theory directed nursing care of Parkinson’s disease. Geriatric Nursing, July/August, 34-36. Research Publications (*refereed) 68. Greenstein, J., Bishop, B., Edward, J.S., Huffman, A., Davis, D. & Topp, R. (2012) The effect of the Tri-Core® cervical pillow on sleep outcomes among whiplash associated disorder (WAD) patients Topics in Integrative Health Care: an International Journal 3(3), ID: 3.3004, ISSN 2158-4222. 67. Topp, R., Brosky, J.A., & Pieschel, D. (In Press) The effect of either topical menthol or a placebo on functioning and knee pain among patients with knee osteoarthritis. Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy 66. Johar P, Grover V, Topp R, Behm DG. (2012) A comparison of topical menthol to ice on pain, evoked tetanic and voluntary force during delayed onset muscle soreness. International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy 7(3), 314-322. 65. Brown, K., Topp, R., Brosky, J. A., LaJoie, A. S. (2012) Prehabilitation and quality of life three months following total knee arthroplasty: A pilot study Perceptual and Motor Skills 115(3) 1-10. 64. Brosky, A., Finley, M. Topp, R., Killian, C., Pariser, D., & Brown, K. (In Review). Effects of a Pre-habilitation Program on Pre-operative Baseline Status and Early Post-operative Outcomes Following Total Knee Arthroplasty, JOSPT. 63. Burnett, D., Campbell-Kyureghyan, N., Topp, R., Quesada, P., & Cerrito, P. (In Press). A retrospective study of the relationship between back pain and unilateral knee osteoarthritis in candidates for total knee arthroplasty. Arthritis.

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62. Morris, K., Bickette, S., Photiadis, P., Armstrong, D., Jorayeva, A., & Topp, R. (In Review). The Effect of Massage Therapy on Stress, Anxiety, and Pain Prior to and Following Obstetric/Gynecologic Surgeries. AORN 61. Topp, R., Ledford, E. & Jacks, D.E. (In Press). The Effects of Combined Topical Menthol and Ice on Peripheral Blood Flow and Perceived Discomfort, Journal of Athletic Training. 60. Bishop, B., Greenstein, J., & Topp, R. (2011). Effects of Biofreeze vs. ice on acute, non-complicated neck pain. Clinical Chiropractic. 14(4), 153-154. 59. Fahlman, MM, McNevin, N., Topp, R., Boardley, D., Morgan, A. (2011). Effects of resistance training on functional ability in elderly individuals. American Journal of Health Promotion, March/April 25(4), 237-243. 58. Greenstein, J.S., Bishop, B.N., Edward, J.S., Topp, R. (2011). The Effects of a Closed-Chain, Eccentric Training Program on Hamstring Injuries of a Professional Football Cheerleading Team. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 34(3), 195-200. 57. Jacks, D.E., Topp, R. & Moore, J.B., (2011) Prediction of VO2 Peak Using Sub-maximum Bench Step Test in Children. Clinical Kinesiology. 65(4), 68-75. 56. Swank, A.M., Kachelman, J B., Bibeau, W., Quesada, P.M., Nyland, J., Malkani, A., Topp, R., (2011) Prehabilitation Prior To Knee Arthroplasty Increases Strength and Function in Older Adults with Severe Osteoarthritis Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research (25) 2, 318–325. 55. Topp, R., Edward, J.E., Ridner, S.L., Jacks, D.E., Newton, K., Kieffner, P., Woodall, D., & Conte, K. (2011). Fit Into College: A Program to Improve Physical Activity and Dietary Intake Lifestyles Among College Students. Recreational Sports Journal 35, 69-78. 54. Topp, R. Winchester, L. J., Sannes, S. H., Mink, A. M., Kaufman, J. S., & Jacks, D. E. (2011). A Comparison of Ice with 3.5% Menthol Gel on Blood Flow and Muscle Strength of the Lower Arm, Journal of Sport Rehabilitation, 20, 355-366. 53. Topp, R., Winchester, L., Schilero, J. & Jacks, D. (2011). Effect of Topical Menthol on Ipsilateral and Contralateral Superficial Blood Flow Following a Bout of Maximum Voluntary Muscle Muscle Contraction International Journal of Physical Therapy.6(2), 1-9. 52. Brown, K., Swank, A. M., Topp, R., Quesada, P.M., Nyland, J., & Malkani, A. (2010). Prehabilitation vs. usual care before knee arthroplasty: A case study comparing outcomes within the same individual. Physiotherapy Theory and Practice: An International Journal of Physiotherapy, 26(6):399-407. 51. * Crabtree, V., Moore, J.B., Jacks, D.E., Cerrito, P., Topp, R. (2010). A Transtheoretical, Case Management Approach to the Treatment of Pediatric Obesity. Journal of Primary Care and Community Health, 1(1), 4-7. 50. Lehna, C., Berger, J., Truman, A., Goldman, M. & Topp, R. (2010). Virtual Journal Club Connects Evidence to Practice: An Analysis of Participant Responses. Journal of Nursing Administration, 40(12), 522-528.

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49. Olive, J., Hollis, B., Mattson, E., & Topp, R. (2010). Vascular Conductance is Reduced After Menthol or Cold Application Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine, 20(5):372-6. 48. * Berger, J., Topp, R., Davis, L., Jones, J., Stewart, L. (2009). Comparing web-based and face-to-face nursing staff education, Journal for Nurses in Staff Development, (25)3, 127-134. 47. Brown, K., Kachelman, J., Swank, A., Quesada, P., Nyland, J., Malkani, A., Topp, R. (2009). Predictors of functional task performance among patients scheduled for total knee arthroplasty. Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research, 23(2), 436-443. 46. Burnett, D., Campbell-Kyureghyan, N., Topp, R., & Quesada P. (2009). Asymmetry in vertical ground reaction force and hip range of motion in asymptomatic subjects and total knee arthroplasty patients either with or without back pain. Gait & Posture, Volume 30, Supplement 2, pp.S142-S143. 45. *Terson de Paleville, D., Swank, A.M., Funk, D.C., Bradley, S., Topp, R. (2009). Adding weights to low intensity exercise increases isometric muscular strength and functional ability in healthy older adults. International Journal of Fitness. Vol.5, Issue 1, 51-59. 44. Topp, R., Jacks, D., Wedig, R., Newman, J., Tobe, L., & Hollingsworth, A. (2009). Reducing risk factors for childhood obesity: The Tommie Smith Youth Athletic Initiative. Western Journal of Nursing Research (31)6, 715-730. 43. Topp, R., Swank, A.M., Quesada, P.M., Nyland, J., & Malkani, A. (2009). The Effect of Prehabilitation Exercise on Strength and Functioning Following Knee Replacement Surgery. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, (8)1, 729-735. 42. *Bibeau, W., Moore, J.B., Caudill, P., Topp, R. (2008). Case study of a transtheoretical case management approach to addressing childhood obesity. Journal of Pediatric Nursing, 23(2) 92-100 41. * Roberts, K., Robinson, K., Topp, R., Newman, J., Smith, F., & Stewart, C. (2008). Community Perceptions of Mental Health Needs in an Underserved Minority Neighborhood. The Journal of Community Health Nursing, (25) 4, 203-217. 40. Zink, K., Bohn, M., Hood., T., Topp, R., & Berger, J. (2008). A comparison of methods of assessing patient body weight in the pediatric emergency department. Kentucky Nurse, 56(2), 14. 39. *Boardley, D., Fahlman, M.M., Topp, R., Morgan, A.L., & McNevin, N. (2007). The impact of exercise training on blood lipids in functionally limited older adults. American Journal of Geriatric Cardiology, 16(1), 30-5. 38. * Fahlman, M., Morgan, A., McNevin, N., Topp, R., & Boardley, D. (2007). Combination training and resistance training as effective interventions to improve functioning in elders. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 15(2), 195-205. 37. *Jaggers, J.R., Simpson, C., Swank, A.M., Topp, R. (2007). Prehabilitation Before Knee Arthroplasty Increases Post Surgical Function: A Case Study. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research 21(2), 632-634.

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36. * Nyland, J., Frost, K., Quesada, P., Angeli, C., Swank, A., Topp, R., Malkani, A.L. (2007). Self-reported chair-rise ability relates to stair-climbing readiness of total knee arthroplasty patients: A pilot study. Journal of Rehabilitation and Development, 44(5):751-60. 35. * Quesada, P.M., Durham, M., Topp, R., Swank, A.M. & Biton, D. (2007). Quantitative assessment of balance performance on a passively unstable surface. Occupational Ergonomics, 7, 3-10. 34. *Terson de Paleville, D., Topp, R., Swank, A.M. (2007). Effects of aerobic training prior to and during chemotherapy in a breast cancer patient: a case study. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 21(2), 635–637. 33. *Kennedy D.J., Burket, M.W., Khuder, S.A., Shapiro, J.I., Topp, R., & Cooper C.J. (2006). Quality of life improves after renal artery stenting. Biological Research in Nursing, 8(2), 129-137. 32. *Manor, B., Topp, R., Page, P., (2006). Validity and reliability of Measurements of elbow flexion strength obtained from older adults using elastic bands. Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy, 29(1) 17-20. 31. *Morgan, A.L., McNevin, N., Fahlman, M., Boardley, D., & Topp, R. (2005). A comparison of objective tests to a subjective report of functional status. International Journal of Fitness, 1(1), 9-18. 30. *Topp, R., Boardley, D., Morgan, A.L, Fahlman, M., & McNevin, N. (2005). Exercise and functional tasks among functionally limited adults. Western Journal of Nursing Research, 27(3), 252-270. 29. *Vyas, P., Elmaghraby, A., & Topp, R. (2004). Data mining application for predictive learning from visiting nurse association data. Proceeding of the 2004 International Conference on Machine Learning and Applications (ICMLA), December, p. 366-373. 28. *Fahlman, M.M., Morgan, A.L., McNevin, N., Boardley, D.J., & Topp, R. (2003). Salivary s-IgA Response to training in functionally limited elders. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity,11(4), 502-515. 27. *Morgan, A.L., Masterson, M.M., Fahlman, M.M., Topp, R., & Boardley, D.J. (2003). Hydration status of community dwelling seniors. Aging: Clinical and Experimental Research,15(4), 301-304. 26. *Reddy, B.K., Kennedy, D.J., Colyer, W.R., Burket, M.W., Thomas, W.J., Khuder, S.A., Shapiro, J. I., Topp, R., & Cooper, C. (2003). Compliance with Antihypertensive Therapy After Renal Artery Stenting. Biological Research for Nursing, 5(1), 37-46. 25. *Topp, R., Boardley, D., Sobolewski, J., Morgan, A.L, Fahlman, M. & McNevin, N. (2003). Case -Study: Rehabilitation for a functionally limited chronically ill older adult. Rehabilitation Nursing, Sep-Oct; 28(5):154-8. 24. *Smolen, D.M., Topp, R., & Singer, L. (2002). The effect of self-selected music during colonoscopy on anxiety, heart rate, and blood pressure. Applied Nursing Research 15(3), 126-136. 23. *Topp, R., Woolley, S., Hornyak, J., Khuder, S., Kahaleh, B. (2002). The effect of dynamic versus isometric strength training on pain and functioning among adults with osteoarthritis of the knee. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 83(9), 1187-1195.

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22. *Armola, R.R., Topp, R. (2001). Variables that discriminate length of stay and readmission within 30 days among heart failure patients. Case Management, 6(6), 246-255. 21. *Cook, J., Green, M. & Topp, R. (2001). Exploring the impact of physician verbal abuse on perioperative nurses. AORN Journal, 74(3), 317-331. 20. *Smolen, D.M., & Topp, R. (2001). Self-care agency and quality of life among adults diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease. Quality of Life Research,10(4),379-87. 19. *Page, P., Labbe, A., & Topp, R. (2000). Clinical force production of Thera-Band elastic bands. Journal of Orthopedics in Sports and Physical Therapy,30:A47-8. 18. *Topp, R., Woolley, S., Khuder, S. & Bruss, A. (2000). Predictors of four functional tasks in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee. Orthopaedic Nursing, 19(5), 49-58. 17. *Woolley, S. Topp, R., Khuder, S., & Kahaleh, B., & Commager, J. (1999). Function: Which factors predict ability in OA patients. Biomechanics, 17(1), 77-84. 16. *Dayhoff, N., Suhrheinrich, J., Wigglesworth, J., Topp, R., & Moore, S. (1998). Balance and muscle strength as predictors of frailty among older adults. Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 24(7), 18-27. 15. *Smolen, D.S. & Topp, R. (1998). Coping methods of individuals with inflammatory bowel disease and prediction of perceived health, functional status, and wellbeing. Gastroenterology Nursing, 21(3), 112-118. 14. *Szor, J.K., & Topp, R. (1998). Use of magnet therapy to heal an abdominal wound: A case study. Ostomy/Wound Management, 44(5), 24-29. 13. *Topp, R., Mikesky, A., Thompson, K., & Myere, A. (1998). Determinants of four functional tasks among older adults: an exploratory regression analysis The Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy. 27(2), 144-153. 12. *Topp, R., Tucker, D., & Weber, C., (1998). Effect of clinical case manager/clinical nurse specialist on patients hospitalized with congestive heart failure. Journal of Nursing Case Management, 3(4), 140-145. 11. *Topp, R., Walsh, E., & Sanford, C. (1998). Can providing paging devices relieve waiting room anxiety? Journal of Operating Room Nurses, 67(4), 852-861. 10. *Woolley, S. Topp, R., Khuder, S., & Kahaleh, B., Commager, J. (1998). Function: Which factors predict ability in OA patients. Biomechanics Supplement: Special Issue, Better with Age, Helping Older Patients Stay Active, December 6-17. 9. *Topp, R., Estes, P. K., Dayhoff, N., & Suhrheinrich, J. (1997). Postural control and strength, and mood among older adults. Applied Nursing Research,10(1), 11-17.

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8. *Topp, R., Mikesky, A., Dayhoff, N., & Holt, W. (1996). Effect of resistance training on strength, postural stability, and gait speed of older adults. Clinical Nursing Research, 5(4), 407-427. 7. *Mikesky, A., Topp, R., Wigglesworth, J., Harsha, J., & Edwards, J. (1994). Efficacy of a home-based resistance training program for older adults using elastic tubing. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 69(10), 316-320. 6. *Topp, R., & Mikesky, A. (1994). Reliability of isometric and isokinetic evaluations of ankle dorsi/plantar strength among older adults. Isokinetics and Exercise Science, 4(4), 157-163. 5. *Topp, R., & Stevenson, J. S. (1994). Attendance and effort of older adults in a long-term exercise program. Research in Nursing and Health, 17, 15-24. 4. *Topp, R., Mikesky, A., Wigglesworth, J., & Edwards, J. (1993). The effect of a 12-week dynamic strength training program on gait velocity and balance of older adults. The Gerontologist, 33(4), 501-506. 3. *Topp, R., & Bawel, K. (1992). A comparison of seven methods of recruiting older adults into an exercise study. American Journal of Health Promotion, 6(5), 327-329. 2. *Stevenson, J. S., & Topp, R. (1990). Effects of moderate and low intensity long-term exercise by older adults. Research in Nursing and Health, 13, 209-218. 1. *Topp, R. (1989). The effect of relaxation or exercise on undergraduate test anxiety. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 69, 37-43. Book Reviews Topp, R. (1996). Gerontological Nursing, A. Lueckenotte (Ed.). St. Louis, MO: Mosby Publishing Inc. Philadelphia, PA. for Doody Publishing, Inc. Oak Park, IL. Topp, R. (1996). Gerontology Review Guide for Nurses, E.C. Shaid & K. Huber (Eds.). Springer Publishing Co. N.Y., N.Y. for Doody Publishing, Inc. Oak Park, IL. Topp, R. (1996). Advances in Gerontological Nursing, E.A. Swanson & T. Tripp-Reimer (Eds.) Springer Publishing Co. N.Y., N.Y. for Doody Publishing, Inc. Oak Park, IL. Topp, R. (1997). Care of the Older Person, McMahon & R. Isaacs (Eds.) Blackwell Science Ltd. London, GB. for Doody Publishing, Inc. Oak Park, IL. Topp, R. (1999). Gerontological Nursing, L. Carignan (Ed.) Mosby Publishing Inc. Publishing Inc. Philadelphia, PA. for Doody Publishing, Inc. Oak Park, IL. Topp, R. (1999). Active Older Adults; Ideas for Action, L. Allen (Ed.) Human Kinetics Publishing. Champaign, IL. for Doody Publishing, Inc. Oak Park, IL. Topp, R. (2001). Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in the Older Adult, E.A. Swanson, T. Tripp-Reimer & K. Buckwalter (Eds.) Springer Publishing Co., New York, N.Y. for Doody Publishing, Inc. Oak Park, IL.

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Professional Consultation 2012 Invited Member, 2013/01 ZRG1 F16-L (20) Fellowships: Risk, Prevention and

Health Behavior, November 12-13 2012 Invited Member, 01 ZRG1 NRCS-B (08) Nursing and Related Clinical Sciences

Overflow Committee, October 1 2012 Invited Member, ZRG1 F16 B 20 Fellowship meeting, F & T Series Proposal

Review Committee, March 13-14 2010 Invited Member, ZRG1 HDM-Q (02), National Institute for Nursing Research, CSR

Member Conflict proposals, January 13-14 2010 Invited Member, ZNR1 REV-W (07) National Research Service Award Institutional

Research Training Grants (T32) October 20 2010 Invited Member, ZNR1 REV-T (03) Clinical Trial Review (Teleconference) (RO1)

October 14 2009 Invited Member, NRRC (44), F & T Series Proposal Review Committee, February

17-18 2009 Invited Member, NRRC (44), F & T Series Proposal Review Committee, June 17-18 2009 Invited Member, Healthcare Delivery and Methodologies (HDM) Small Business

Innovation Research (SBIR) Study Section (ZRG1 HDM B 10) November 5-6 2009 Invited Mail Reviewer RFA OD-09-003: Challenge Grants Editorial Panel 3, June 19-25 2009 Invited Mail Reviewer ZRG1 HDM-P (58) R Challenge Grant Editorial Panel 26, June

19-26 2007 Invited Member, (February, July, November) National Institute of Nursing Research,

Initial Review Group ZNR1 REV-B (04) Exploratory & Center Core Grant Applications.

2007 Invited Member, ZonMw, The Netherlands Organization for Health Research and

Development, Proposal Review Committee 2006-2009 Regular Member, National Institute of Nursing Research, Initial Review Group

(NRRC), National Institutes for Health 2006 Temporary Member, Nursing Research Study Section (NSAA) (February) (June)

(October) within the Center for Scientific Review, National Institutes for Health

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2005 (February) (June) (October) Temporary Member, Nursing Research Study Section (NSAA) with in the Center for Scientific Review, National Institutes for Health

2004 Temporary Member, NSAA Members Special Emphasis Panel (ZRG1 HOP-M(05)

Center for Scientific Review Special Emphasis Panel, National Institutes of Health 2004 Temporary Member, Orthopaedics (ZRG1 MOSS-D (05) Center for Scientific

Review Special Emphasis Panel, National Institutes of Health 2000-2003 Regular Member, Nursing Research Study Section within the Center for Scientific

Review (NURS), National Institutes for Health 2002 (April) Member, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin

Diseases, Special Review Committee for Osteoarthritis – SCOR applications, National Institutes for Health

2001 (Nov) Member, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin

Diseases, Special Emphasis Panel, National Institutes for Health 1998-Present Member, Thera-Band Research Advisory Committee, Hygenic Corporation, Akron, OH 1997-1999 Temporary Member, AREA Award Study Section, National Institute for Nursing

Research, National Institutes for Health 1998-1999 Temporary Member, Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Initial Review Group,

Nursing Study Section, National Institute for Nursing Research, National Institutes for Health

1998-1999 Temporary Member, Clinical Sciences Special Emphasis Panel of Small Business

Innovation Research (SBIR) Proposals, National Institute for Nursing Research, National Institutes for Health

1991-1996 “Senior Exercise Programs” National Institute for Fitness & Sport, Indianapolis, Indiana 1989-1990 “PennFit Program, Faculty & Staff Fitness Program” University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 1986-1988 Contract Counselor for the Adult Aid Program Maryhaven Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Center, Columbus, OH

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Education 1990 Post Doctoral Fellowship 1988 Doctor of ...1992-Present American College of Sports Medicine . 1990-1992 National Conference on Exercise for Older Adults . Member of