K. Jackson Thomas, EdD, MS, BS, PT Professor Physical Therapy P.O. Box 250965 151B Rutledge Avenue Charleston, SC 29425 Phone: (843) 792-4426 Fax: (843) 792-0710 E-mail: thomaskj@musc.edu

Education:

• B.S., Physical Therapy, University of Central Arkansas, 1987
• Ed.D., Higher Education College Teacher, University of Arkansas, 1985
• M.S., Biology (Anatomy/Physiology), University of Arkansas, 1972
• B.A., Biology, Hendrix College, 1968

Areas of Teaching:

• Clinical Pathophysiology
• Human Gross Anatomy
• Research and Research Seminar

Research Interests:

• Interactive Computer Applications for Anatomy and Pathology
• Exercise and Aging
• Efficacy of Cardiac Rehabilitation

Publications:

• Thomas KJ, Rebuck KA, Baird LR. Perceptions of exercise among participants in a cardiac rehabilitation program: expected versus achieved outcomes. Cardiopulmonary Phys Ther (in review for publication).
• Thomas KJ, Hughes CL, Inabinet KA, Bailey SP, Tomsic JB. Perceptions of exercise in older adults: expected versus achieved outcomes. Issues on Aging. 1999; 22(4):5-10.

Grants:

• Spinal Cord Injury Research Fund Board. Assessment and Treatment of Musculoskeletal Pain in the Shoulder Girdle in SCI Through Surface-Recorded EMG and EMG Biofeedback. Participating Faculty: Thomas, K., (7/1/2002-12/31/2003, Total: $6,451.00), Current Year Amount: $6,451.00.
• Principal Investigator. College of Health Professions, Dean's Proposal Initiation Grant. 1999-2000.
• Principal Investigator. College of Health Professions, Physical and Psychological Effects of a Combined Strength and Endurance Program for Older Adults-A Pilot Study. 1998-2001.
• Co-Investigator. Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Professions. An Interdisciplinary Approach to Integrating Teaching, Research, and Service in Geriatrics. 1993-1996.