Conference Abstract Awards

Best Research Abstract in Sports Physical Therapy: CSM

Of the 300+ research abstracts submitted to the AASPT each year, only one is recognized with this highly competitive award.  The scientific quality and relevance to sports physical therapy of each submission is rigorously evaluated using a blinded process, with the highest-ranked receiving the award.  

2020 CSM Recipients

Prospective validation and responsiveness of the University of Wisconsin Running Injury and Recovery Index
Evan Nelson, Stephanie Kliethermes, Bryan Heiderscheit

Past CSM Best Research Abstract Award Recipients 

AASPT Annual Meeting Best Abstract Awards in Sports Physical Therapy

Launched in 2019, accepted abstracts are evaluated by a panel of judges for scientific quality and relevance to sports physical therapy, with the top research and case report posters being recognized. 

Best Research Abstract Requirements

Best Case Abstract Requirements 

2019 Recipients

Research Abstract Award:
Parental beliefs not associated with pain and function among adolescent athletes with anterior knee pain
William Rice, Mitchell Selhorst

Case Abstract Award:
In-season blood flow restriction training for decathletes with patellar tendinopathy: a case report
Jason Brumitt, Tyler Cuddeford