Gregory M. Gutierrez
- Physical Therapy
- Physical Therapy -- Entry Level Doctor of Physical Therapy
- "Physical Therapy, Pathokinesiology (Advanced)"
Dr. Gregory M. Gutierrez received his doctorate in Biomechanics and Movement Sciences from the University of Delaware in 2008, following completion of his Master's degree in Biomechanics in 2005 and Baccalaureate degree in Exercise Physiology in 2002; both from the University of Florida. He is a biomechanist who examines the manner in which humans control dynamic joint stability during functional activities. Primarily, his research focuses on neuromuscular control mechanisms in individuals with ankle instability; specifically aiming to identify the cause of an ankle "giving way" and whether these deficits are centrally or peripherally derived. He uses a combination of motion analysis, ground reaction force recordings, muscle activation patterns, and a variety of other tools, during normal and perturbed movements to investigate these mechanisms.
Degrees Held
- Ph.D.
University of Delaware
2008
Engineering: Biomechanics and Movement Science - M.S.
University of Florida
2005
Exercise and Sports Science - B.S.
University of Florida
2002
Exercise Physiology
Research Interests
- Dynamic joint stability
- Neuromuscular control mechanisms in individuals with ankle instability
- Neurocognitive function in joint instability
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Publications
- Tillman, M.D., Gullett, J.C., Gutierrez G.M., Chow, J.W. A biomechanical comparison of back and front squats in healthy trained individuals. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research (In press)
- Jackson, N.S, Gutierrez, G.M., Kaminski, T.W. The effect of fatigue and habituation on the stretch reflex of the ankle musculature. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, Jan 2009;19(1):75-84. (view)
- Guterrez GM, Jackson NS, Dorr KA, et al. Effect of fatigue on neuromuscular function at the ankle. J Sports Rehabil. Nov 2007;16(4):295-306. (view)
- Kaminski TW, Rasmussen AM, Guterrez GM. Purposeful heading during a season does not influence cognitive function or balance in female soccer players. J Clin Exper Neuropsychol. Oct 2007;29(7):742-751. (view)
- Conlon TJ, Walter GA, Owen R, Cossette T, Erger K, Gutierrez GM, et al. Systemic correction of a fatty acid oxidation defect by intramuscular injection of a recombinant adeno-associated virus vector. Human Gene Ther. Jan 2006;17(1):71-80. (view)
- Gutierrez GM, Chow JW, Tillman MD, et al. Resistance training improves gait kinematics in persons with multiple sclerosis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. Sep 2005;86(9):1824-9. (view)
- White LJ, McCoy SC, Castellano V, Gutierrez GM, et al. Resistance training improves strength and functional capacity in persons with multiple sclerosis. Mult Scler. Dec 2004;10(6):668-74. (view)