Tina Claiborne, 517-265-5161 x4432
Associate Professor & Director, Athletic Training
Office: 212 Merillat - tclaiborne@adrian.edu
Degrees
- University of Toledo, Ph.D., Biomechanics
- University of Toledo, M.S., Clinical Kinesiology
- Ithaca College, B.S., Athletic Training / Exercise Science
Specialties
- hip and knee biomechanics
- athletic training education
Biography
- Chair of Department of Exercise Science and Physical Education (2013-present)
- Developed first graduate education program at Adrian College (HLC Accredited)
- Development of Adrian College’s first CAATE accredited Bachelor’s and Master’s degree Programs
- Oversee all aspects of the CAATE accredited Graduate Athletic Training Education Program
- Designed and budgeted for new Athletic Training and Human Performance Labs
- Preceptor educator and Clinical Education Coordinator (2007-2014)
- Teach undergraduate/graduate students in the Department of Exercise Science and Physical Education
- Conduct scholarly activities, university and community service as defined by Adrian College
- Oversaw all aspects of the CAATE accredited AT curriculum and accreditation procedures
- Approved Clinical Instructor
- Taught undergraduate students in the Department of Exercise, Health, and Sport Sciences, as well as nursing students within the College of Nursing and Health Professions
- Conducted research and scholarly activities as they relate to the fields of injury prevention,
- sport performance enhancement, and athletic training education
- Provided university and community service by sitting on curricular committees and educating local athletes regarding injury prevention
- Worked as a part of a rehabilitation team specializing in surgical and non-surgical orthopaedic pathologies
- Clinical instructor for athletic training students
- Contracted as the co-head athletic trainer at Bedford High School (1998-2001)
- Interim Head athletic trainer at Owens Community College (spring 2000, Fall 2002)
- Instituted injury prevention protocols for the performance enhancement department, Wildwood Health Pavilion
- Specialized in the rehabilitation of surgical and non-surgical sports orthopaedic injuries, as well as fitness testing and performance enhancement programs
- Lectured to the community concerning current health and fitness issues including prevention and treatment of athletic injuries, peak performance, and sports nutrition
- Organized educational staff in-services, scheduling, and volunteer work
- Contracted as the head athletic trainer for two private schools:Millbrook School (grades 9-12), and Indian Mountain School (grades 5-9)
- Responsibilities included prevention, evaluation, and treatment of all orthopedic injuries, home game coverage for boys and girls sports, team conditioning programs, record keeping, budget, inventory, and maintenance of athletic training room
- Consulted, researched, budgeted, and designed state of the art weight/fitness facility, and training room in a new $9 million athletic complex
- Therapy aide for in and out patient physical and occupational therapy services
- Duties consisted of total joint replacement, stroke, and heart attack rehabilitation, active daily living skill restoration, hand splint adjustment, wound care, Biodex testing, gait training, and record keeping
- Thesis Chair, Associate Professor, 2013-present
- Advanced Clinical Skills I (developed course), Associate Professor, Fall 2011, 2013-present
- Biomechanics (developed course), Associate Professor, May 2011, 2013-present
- Athletic Training Administration (developed course), Associate Professor, May 2014-present
- Orthopedic Assessment II (developed course), Assistant/Associate Professor, Spring 2009-present
- Kinesiology, Assistant/Associate Professor, Fall/Spring 2008-present
- Athletic Training Administration (developed course), Assistant/Associate Professor, Fall 2010,2011
- Orthopedic Assessment I (developed course), Assistant Professor, Fall, 2007,08
- Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries, Assistant Professor, Fall 2007
- Orthopedic Taping and Wrapping (developed course), Assistant Professor, Fall 2007
- Spinning (developed course), Assistant Professor, Fall 2008-present
- Athletic Training Clinical Skills I (developed course), Assistant Professor, Fall 200, 2014-present
- Athletic Training Observation, Assistant Professor, Fall/Spring 2009,10
- Kinesiology, Assistant Professor, All semesters, 2003/04, 04/05,05/06, 06/07
- Organization and Administration for Athletic Training, Assistant Professor, Fall 2003, 2004, 2006
- Health Related Research, Assistant Professor, All semesters and summers, 2003/04, 04/05, 05/06
- Athletic Training Principles II, Assistant Professor, Spring 2004
- Lifetime Physical Fitness and Wellness, Assistant Professor, Spring, 2005
- Independent Study in Sports Medicine, Assistant Professor, Spring, 2004, 2005
- Athletic Training Internship, Assistant Professor, Summer, 2004, Spring 2007
- Honors Interdisciplinary Sciences, Fall, 2004, 2005, 2006
- Total Health Assessment, Spring, 2004
- Prevention and Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries, Assistant instructor, Spring Semester 2001
- Therapeutic Modalities for Athletic Trainers, Assistant instructor, Spring Semester 2001
- Sports Medicine for Coaches, Assistant instructor, Spring Semester 2001
- Applied Biomechanics, Assistant instructor, Spring Semester 2001, Summer Session 2001
- Human Biomechanics, Guest Instructor, Fall Semester 2002
- Smith, B, Claiborne, TL, Liberi, V (2015) Ankle bracing decreases vertical jump performance and alters lower extremity kinematics. International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training, Accepted for publication.
- Rossi, A, Claiborne, TL, Thompson, G, Todaro, S (2015). The Influence of Friction Between Football Helmet and Jersey Materials on Force: A Consideration for Sport Safety. Journal of Athletic Training, Under Review.
- Smith, B, Claiborne, TL, Liberi, V (2015) Ankle bracing decreases vertical jump performance and alters lower extremity kinematics. Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training, Accepted Pending Revisions.
- Claiborne, TL, Timmons, M, Pincivero,D. (2009) Test–retest reliability of cardinal plane isokinetic hip torque and EMG. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 19(5), 345-352.
- Claiborne, TL, Toy, BJ. (2009). Conditions involving the thigh, hip, and sacroiliac joint. In Toy, BJ, Healy, P, Primary care for sports and fitness: A lifespan approach. Philadelphia, PA: FA Davis
- Claiborne, TL. (2007). Athletic Training Education: “Affectively” Debilitating?. Athletic Training Education Journal, 2(2), 47-48.
- Claiborne, TL, Hou, S., Cappaert, T, (2006). Certified Athletic Trainers Provide Effective Care in the High School Setting. Athletic Therapy Today,12(2), 34-38.
- Claiborne, TL; Gandhi, V; Pincivero, DM. (2006).The relationship between hip and knee strength and valgus knee position during a single leg squat. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 22(1), 41-50.
- Claiborne, TL. (2007). Eccentric hip and knee strength are significant predictors of knee abduction angle during a single leg squat. Journal of Athletic Training, 42 (2), S77.
- Claiborne, TL, Leonard, C. (2006).The effect of gluteus medius and rectus femoris fatigue on EMG and center of pressure measurements. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 38(5), S439.
- Claiborne, TL, Gandhi, V, Bucher, V, Armstrong, CW, Pincivero, DM. (2005). Electromyographic analysis of the single leg squat. Journal of Athletic Training, 40(2), S38-39.
- Liberi, V, Richards, JG, Claiborne, TL. (2004). The effect of wet and dry ball conditions on linear head accelerations during soccer heading. Journal of Athletic Training, 39(2), S39.
- Claiborne, TL; Gandhi, V; Pincivero, DM. (2003) The relationship between hip and knee strength and valgus knee position during a single leg squat. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise , (35) 5, S347.
- Claiborne, TL; Timmons, M; Pincivero, DM. (2003) Test-re-test reliability of isokinetic hip strength. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 35 (5), S272.
- Grubbs, J, Claiborne, TL, Schuyler, H. Comparison between Kinesio tex tape and Elastikon elastic tape on upper trapezius inhibition. NATA National Convention, Free Communications Poster Presentation. June, 2011.
- Claiborne, TL, Toy, BJ. Personal Digital Assistants (PDA): An Innovative Tool to Enhance Clinical Education. NATA Educator’s conference, Free communications Poster Presentation. February, 2009.
- Claiborne, TL. Eccentric hip And knee strength are significant predictors of knee abduction angle during a single leg squat. NATA National Convention, Thematic Poster Presentation. June, 2007.
- Toy, BJ, Claiborne, TL, Haring, K, Myers, J. Blending an athletic training education curriculum with other health care curricula over time. NATA Educator’s conference, Free communications Poster Presentation. January, 2007.
- Towne, B, Claiborne, TL. Assessing proficiencies in the clinical setting: Results and positive student outcomes. NATA Educator’s conference, Free communications Poster Presentation. January, 2007.
- Claiborne, TL, Leonard, C. The effect of gluteus medius and rectus femoris fatigue on EMG and center of pressure measurements. ACSM National Convention, Free Communications Poster Presentation. May 2006.
- Claiborne, TL, Gandhi, V, Bucher, V, Armstrong, CW, Pincivero, DM. Electromyographic analysis of the single leg squat. NATA Convention Free Communications Slide Presentation, June, 2005.
- Toy, BJ, Myers, JL, Liberi, V, Claiborne TL. Implementing and undergraduate athletic training program for the non-traditional aged student. NATA Athletic Training Educator’s Conference, Poster Presentation. January, 2005.
- Liberi, V, Toy, BJ, Myers, JL, Claiborne, TL. Athletic training clinical proficiencies can be evaluated in the traditional athletic training setting following naturally occurring events. NATA Athletic Training Educator’s Conference, Poster Presentation. January, 2005.
- Claiborne, TL. ACL prevention programs: Dispelling the Myths. Maine Athletic Trainers’ Association Meeting. Guest Speaker. May, 2004.
- Liberi, V, Richards, JG, Claiborne, TL. The effect of wet and dry ball conditions on linear head accelerations during soccer heading. NATA National Convention, Free Communications Slide Presentation. June, 2004.
- Claiborne, TL, Gandhi, V, Pincivero, DM. The relationship between hip strength and the kinematics of a single leg squat. ACSM National Convention, Free Communications Slide Presentation. May, 2003; ASB Annual Conference, Free Communications Poster Presentation. September, 2003.
- Timmons, M, Claiborne, TL, Pincivero, DM. Test re-test reliability of isokinetic hip strength. ACSM National Convention, Free Communications Poster Presentation. May, 2003.
- Timmons, M, Claiborne, TL, Pincivero, DM. Test re-test reliability of cardinal plane primary mover EMG during maximal effort isokinetic hip contractions. ASB Annual Conference, Free Communications Poster Presentation. September 2003.
- Fougerousse, C, Claiborne, TL, Bozyk, K (2015). The effect of hydration education on hydration status of youth ice hockey players. Ribbons of Excellence Scholarship Program, Oral Presentation. Adrian, MI, April 2015.
- Rossi, A, Claiborne, TL, Thompson, G, Todaro, S (2015). The influence of friction between football helmet and jersey materials on force: A consideration for sport safety. Ribbons of Excellence Scholarship Program, Oral Presentation. Adrian, MI, April 2015.
- Osterman, M, Liberi, V, Claiborne, TL (2015). Radius of Care: Calculating the area outside of the proper response time to an automated external defibrillator in secondary schools. Ribbons of Excellence Scholarship Program, Oral Presentation. Adrian, MI, April 2015.
- Smith, B., Claiborne, TL, Liberi, V. Influence of ankle bracing on lower extremity kinematics as well as gastrocnemius and soleus EMG during the vertical jump. Ribbons of Excellence Scholarship Program, Oral Presentation. Adrian, MI, April, 2014.
- Claiborne, TL. Ethical consideration in sports medicine. Adrian College Institute for Ethics. Invited Speaker. Adrian, MI, November 2011.
- Exelby, A, Semma, P, Claiborne, TL. Inversion ankle sprain with a medial tibial fracture: A case study. Ribbons of Excellence Scholarship Program , Poster Presentation. Adrian, MI, April, 2010.
- Grubbs, J, Claiborne, TL. A comparison of Kinesio Tex tape and elastic tape for inhibition of the upper trapezius. Ribbons of Excellence Scholarship Program, Oral Presentation. Adrian, MI, April, 2010.
- Grubbs, J, Claiborne, TL. Lumbar Disk Herniation with Associated Somatic Disorder: A Case Study. Ribbons of Excellence Scholarship Program, Poster Presentation. Adrian, MI, April, 2009.
- Tuck, K, Grant, C, Claiborne, TL. Chronic Patellar Subluxation. Ribbons of Excellence Scholarship Program,Poster Presentation. Adrian, MI, April, 2009.
- Leonard, C, Claiborne, TL. Influence of hip muscle fatigue on EMG and center of pressure measurements. Thinking Matters: Student Research, Scholarship and Creative Symposium, Free Communications Poster Presentation. Portland, ME, April 2006.
- Claiborne, TL. (2004, March). ACL Prevention Programs: Dispelling the Myths. Maine Athletic Trainers' Association. Invited Speaker. Waterville, ME, March 2004.
- Claiborne, TL. (2005, February) Preventing knee injuries in female athletes. The Gorham Times, pp. 20.
- Bender, JA, Claiborne, TL (2000). Turf toe injuries: Correctly diagnosing and uncommon injury. Sports Medicine Alert, 6(4), 28-29.
- Claiborne, TL. (2002). Female ACL Tears - Current Concepts. Invited Speaker. The University of Toledo, Toledo, OH.
- Claiborne, TL. (2000). Ten Most Common Mistakes When Using Therapeutic Ultrasound. Invited Speaker. Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH.
- Claiborne, TL. (2000). Proper Application of Therapeutic Ultrasound. Invited Speaker. Sports Care Rehabilitation, Toledo, OH.
- Essenmacher, C. (2015). The Presence of Fungi in Ice Hockey Gloves.
- Fougerousse, C. (2015). The Influence of Hydration Education on Hydration Status of Youth Ice Hockey Players.
- Gallatin, M. (2015). The effectiveness of the Bernese Ankle Rules in the Athletic Training Setting.
- Rossi, A. (2015). The Influence of Friction Between Football Helmet and Jersey Materials on Force: A Consideration for Sport Safety.
- Smith, B. (2014). Influence of ankle bracing on lower extremity kinematics as well as gastrocnemius and soleus EMG during the vertical jump.
- Institutional Review Board – Adrian College, member 2009-present, co-chair 2010
- Athletic Oversight Committee/Faculty Athletic Representative – Adrian College, 2010-2015
- ATP Curriculum Design & implementation – Adrian College, 2007-present
- Disabilities Awareness Committee – Adrian College, 2009-present
- College Environment Committee – Adrian College, 2009- 2011
- Strategic Planning Ad Hoc Committee – Adrian College, Chair 2010-11
- Ribbons of excellence Program Committee- Adrian College, 2008-2011
- Ribbons of Excellence Program Moderator/Judge- Adrian College 2008-2015
- Athletic Training faculty search committee (Chair) – Adrian College, 2008, 2009,2401
- Certified Clinical Instructor Educator (CIE) -2008-2013
- ACI/Preceptor Training Seminar Leader – Adrian college, Summer 2008-2014
- Ren. II Technology Committee/Classroom Technology Sub-Committee – Adrian College, 2008-present
- Invited Speaker, Board of Trustees weekend – Adrian College, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2013,2014
- University Student Success Committee –USM , 2005-2007
- University Early Alert Committee – USM, 2006-2007
- Athletic Training Advancement Committee (Chair)– USM, 2003-2007
- Athletic Training Admissions Committee (Chair)– USM, 2003-2007
- Athletic Training Curriculum and Program Evaluation (Chair) – USM, 2003-2007
- Health Sciences Admissions Committee (Chair) – USM, 2005-2007
- Uniscope Task force – USM, 2005-2006
- College of Nursing Curriculum Committee – USM, 2005-2006
- Department Recruitment and Retention Committee – USM, 2004-2005
- Accreditation Activities
- Authored CAATE re-accreditation self study report for MS AT Program - 2015
- Chair and primary author of Adrian College Program Review self study report for ESPE Department - 2015
- Authored CAATE substantive change self study report for MS AT Program – 2014
- Resulted in CAATE accreditation of graduate program in Athletic Training
- Authored CAATE self study report for BS ATEP Accreditation – 2010
- Initial accreditation site visit revealed zero non-compliances and maximum years of accreditation
- Co-Authored HLC/NC self study report for MS and Athletic Training - 2010
- CAATE site visitor, 2007-present
- Authored CAATE reaccreditation self study for the U. of Southern Maine, and coordinated site visit -2005/06
- Program received maximum number of years of reaccreditation, 2007
- Manuscript Reviewer
- Physical Therapy in Sport – Manuscript Reviewer, 2010 - present
- Journal of Sports Science and Medicine- Manuscript Reviewer, 2006 – present
- Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise – Manuscript Reviewer, 2009- present
- Journal of Sport Biomechanics – Manuscript Reviewer, 2009 – present
- Conference Services
- “The Appropriate Professional Degree for Athletic Training,” Michigan Athletic Trainers’ Society Clinical Symposium, Invited Panelist, 2015
- National Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting moderator, 2008,2012
- Certifications
- Certified Spinning Instructor, 2009-2014
- Certified Clinical Instructor Educator -2008-2012
- United States Anti-Doping Agency – Certified Doping and Blood Control Officer. 2005-present
- Perform national in and out of competition drug testing on Olympic athletes
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), 2005-present
- Community Service
- Health Career Fair – Carter Rehabilitation, Tecumseh, MI, 2010, 2012
- Invited speaker – Turner High School, Leavitt, ME., 2006
- Directed an ACL prevention clinic for female basketball players, parents and coaches
- Youth Sports Fitness Camps Coordinator (Sylvania, OH 2003).
- Community Sports Medicine Coverage (Toledo, OH 1998-2002) 24 Hour Run National Championship, National Youth Soccer Tournament, Cherokee Junior B Ice Hockey League, Toledo Marathon, Toledo International Rowing Regatta, CYO Football/Soccer League, MAC Women's Basketball Tournament.
- Adrian College Grant for Health Sciences, 2012, $95,000.00
- Co-Authored partial proposal that resulted in the acquisition of plastinated human anatomy specimens for teaching anatomy
- Adrian College Faculty Research Grant, 2010, $4567.50
- Does the Smartpen improve academic self-confidence in students with learning disabilities?
- Adrian College Faculty Research Grant, 2009, $1500.00
- A Comparison between mouth guard types and athlete compliance
- University of Southern Maine Center for Technology Enhanced Learning Grant, 2007, $2,500.00
- On-line athletic training course development
- University of Southern Maine Faculty Technology Grant, 2007, $2,500.00
- Developed a PDA software program for approved clinical instructors of athletic training
- University of Southern Maine Teaching Enhancement Grant, 2005, $250.00
- Collaborated with Engineering to build an electrogoniometer
- University of Southern Maine Faculty Technology Grant, 2005, $2,500.00
- Purchased a telemetric EMG system for teaching and research
- University of Southern Maine Faculty Senate Grant, 2004, $2,495.00
- Performed research on hip strength and lower extremity kinetics and kinematics
- University of Southern Maine Faculty Technology Grant, 2004, $1,770.00
- Subsidized the purchase of a force platform
- National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Certified Member, 1995-present
- Great Lakes Athletic Trainers’ Association, Certified Member, 2007- present
- Michigan Athletic Trainers’ Society, Certified Member, 2007- present
- Eastern Athletic Trainers’ Association, Certified Member, 1995-1998, 2003-2007
- Maine Athletic Trainers’ Association, Certified Member, 2003-2007
- American College of Sports Medicine, Member 2000-2004, 2006
Dr. Tina Claiborne came to Adrian College as the program director of athletic training in Fall 2007. She earned her BS degree in Athletic Training at Ithaca College, and her MS and PhD degrees in clinical kinesiology and biomechanics from The University of Toledo. Prior to coming to Adrian, Tina was the Athletic Training Education Program Director at the University of Southern Maine. Before becoming an educator, Dr. Claiborne accumulated over 8 years as a clinical athletic trainer in private and public high schools, as well as in the orthopedic sports rehabilitation setting. Tina is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
Professional Experience
Graduate AT Program Director/Department Chair/Assoc. Professor 8/07-present Adrian, MI
Adrian College
AT Program Director/Assistant Professor 8/03-8/07 Portland, ME
University of Southern Maine
Athletic Trainer/Research Coordinator 8/98-6/03 Toledo, OH
Sports Care Rehabilitation
Clinical Athletic Trainer 8/95 – 8/98 Millbrook, NY
Millbrook Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy
Head Athletic Trainer 8/95 – 8/98 Millbrook,NY/Salisbury,CT
Millbrook School & Indian Mountain School
Rehabilitation Aide 5/94 - 8/94 Cooperstown, NY
Mary Immogene Bassett Hospital
Teaching Experience
Adrian College/Department of Exercise Science and Physical Education Adrian, MI
Graduate
Undergraduate
University of Southern Maine/Department of Exercise, Health, and Sport Sciences Gorham, ME
Undergraduate
Guest Lecturer
The University of Toledo/Department of Kinesiology Toledo, OH
Undergraduate
Graduate
Refereed Publications
Refereed Abstracts
Refereed Conference Presentations
Non-Refereed Presentations/Publications
Master’s Thesis Chair
College/University Service
Public Service Activities & Related Experience
Grant Awards
Professional Organizations