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Scientific Program Mgr @DeptVetAffairs RRD&T. Clinician-scientist. Retired @USNavy Cmdr. Board-Certified #Ortho DPT. #SportsMed PhD @UVA. Expert in MSK injury.

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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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The views expressed are my own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of the Navy, Department of Defense, nor the U.S. Government.
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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Clinicians should use judicious use of these interventions when indicated, after a proper history and physical. Thank you Elaine Lonnemann, @NealGlaviano , and Andrew MacGregor for their assistance on this work.
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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Happy to announce the publication of our latest study looking at the neurovascular risk of cervical manual therapy in 2.4M patients. Bottom line up front, these interventions are relatively safe.
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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RT @dmtorp: My first #MHSRS2025 conference was truly inspirational! Being able to present our work in active duty US Marines was such an ho….
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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RT @uksmri: Dr. Josh Winters presenting at the #mhsrs2025 on the importance of reconditioning programs following MSK injuries in entry-leve….
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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I just received notification that one of my papers was accepted for publication. after 1320 days in review. I think I broke some kind of record today.
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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This is a big deal, with national security implications. I am happy to see they are bringing exercise initiatives back to the youth. This is very positive news.
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RESTORING HEALTH AND FITNESS FOR AMERICA’S YOUTH: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order revitalizing the President’s Council on
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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RT @fermatslibrary: Poisson was born exactly 244 years ago today. He introduced the Poisson distribution, used to model how often events oc….
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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Thanks @Militarydotcom for publicizing our work! @Grant_Norte.
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Military.com
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The Physiological Costs of High-Stress Military Training
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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RT @AmeliaSBruce: Lots of great discussions happening this morning! Always a great time presenting work conducted at @uksmri at #ACSM25! ht….
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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Growing up on Staten Island, everyone knows Fr Capodanno's name. I never knew his story until after joining the Navy. Truly amazing American and man of God. He died saving the lives of the Marines he was shepherding. RIP Padre.
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Ryan Rasins
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Fr Vincent Capodanno was a U.S. Navy chaplain who earned the Medal of Honor after being killed in action in Vietnam. The Catholic Church has named him a "Servant of God," the first step on the path to being recognized as a saint. Here's his incredible story. 🧵
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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RT @DeptVetAffairs: VA’s #MillionVeteranProgram is making health discoveries in areas that matter to Veterans—including mental health, PTSD….
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
4 months
I had the opportunity to contribute to this paper before I joined the VA. The BLUF is that the benefits of aerobic exercise in tactical athletes/veterans with mTBI is likely functional and not structural. Thank you @SammoWalton for inviting me to the party.
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Objectives To explore associations of recent moderate-to-vigorous aerobic exercise (MVAE) participation and lifetime mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) history with measures of brain gray matter...
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
6 months
Curious if the effects carryover to wine as well. to my research sports dietitian colleagues, what say you?.
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A new study from Western New England University (WNE) has revealed that long-term grape consumption significantly impacts muscle health, with notable benefits for both men and women. The research,...
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
6 months
Good opportunity to study ankles at UNC with some great folks!.
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Abbey Thomas Fenwick
6 months
Our lab group is looking to bring on 2 fully funded PhD students in Fall 2025. Interested in CAI? Want an interdisciplinary PhD experience? Degree in AT, PT, or kinesiology required. Reply for more info. @LukeTDonovan @UNCCBiodynamics @CLT_APHCS.
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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Nice work Justine Buenaventura on her presentation of our work looking at side-to-side foot kinetics in #military members w ankle sprain. She completed this project as a student @NMC_SD and is a current neuro PT resident at the VA. TY Dr Redington for attending @CDMRP #CSM2025
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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It was a pleasure to be a part of this team. A big BZ to Andy, who recently commissioned as a 2ndLt in @USMC after her PhD defense, on this highly salient study on #tacticalathlete performance after operational training. This has implications for military training and readiness.
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Huge congrats to Andy Murray for this work! Military operational training temporarily diminishes lower body power and endurance, which may be detrimental to tactical readiness. Big thanks to @NavyPT and @DrBazettJones …check it out
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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When I led a research department & directorate, I always enjoyed seeing when my folks published in the scientific literature. In the manuscript that came out today, I was honored and happy when they asked me to contribute my expertise. Hot off the press.
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Functional movement is a valuable indicator of physical performance, injury risk, and/or musculoskeletal impairment following injury. However, genetic variation and gene–environment interactions that...
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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Congratulations to @UVAKinesiology PhD candidate @jenxu_atc on the publication of our study in @MilitaryH_BMJ. In this study, we found that female sex, age>30y, enlisted rank, occupation, & service in the Army were salient factors for plantar fasciopathy.
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Introduction Ankle and foot injuries are highly prevalent in the US Armed Forces, incurring medical and personnel costs for the Department of Defense. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the...
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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RT @PicotBrice: ⚠️New blog/infographic from the @BJSM_BMJ ⚠️.An easy, reliable and predictive score to evaluate patients during the RTS con….
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John J. Fraser, DPT, PhD, FACSM
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RT @DrGSBullock: New Paper: Considering the unique environment and culture for patient/public involvement when creating sustainable injury….
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