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Stephen Bailey

Professor of Physical Therapy Education

Department: Physical Therapy Education

Office and address: Gerald L. Francis Center, office 100G 2085 Campus Box Elon, NC 27244

Phone number: (336) 278-6346

Brief Biography

Dr. Bailey is an exercise physiologist whose clinical focus is in cardiopulmonary physical therapy. Dr. Bailey also teaches in the research core of the curriculum. His research interests include examination of the relationship between the brain, physical function, and exercise performance as well as the effectiveness of exercise as an adjunctive treatment for addiction. 

    Education

    Doctor of Philosophy, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science Department, School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, (1988-1992).

    POST GRADUATE STUDIES IN NEUROENDOCRINOLOGY: Under the direction of J.P. Advis, DVM, Ph.D.  Dept.of Animal Science, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ. Responsibilities included management and handling of large animals, assistance in surgical procedures, and application of data collection and processing procedures. (1992-1994)

    Master of Arts, Exercise Science, Department of Health and Sport Science, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, (1986-1988).

    Bachelor of Arts, Sportsmedicine, Western Maryland College, Westminster, Maryland, (1982-1986).

    Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina, (1995-1998).

    Employment History

    PROFESSOR: DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EDUCATION:Elon University, Elon, North Carolina. Teaching courses entitled “Introduction to Research”, “Research Design I”, “Research Design II”, “Directed Research I”, “Directed Research II”, and “Evaluation and Treatment of the Cardiopulmonary System”. (1999-present). DIRECTOR: HUMAN MOVEMENT LABORATORY, CENTER FOR FITNESS AND HUMAN MOVEMENT STUDIES: Elon University, Elon, North Carolina. Responsible for overseeing the daily operations and guiding the research agenda for the laboratory located at Alamance Regional Medical Center. (2006-present) RESEARCH COORDINATOR: Department of Physical Therapy Education, Elon University, Elon, NC. Responsible for strategic planning and implementation of the department wide research agenda. (1999-present). PROGRAM DIRECTOR: LUNGWORKS:The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Alamance Regional Medical Center, Burlington, North Carolina. Oversaw the daily operations of the program including staffing, budgeting, and patient care. Provided physical therapy intervention for pulmonary dysfunction. Act as liaison to area physicians and related health care professionals. (1999-2001) ASSISTANT PROFESSOR:DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SCIENCES:Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina. Taught undergraduate courses entitled "Exercise Physiology" and "Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation". Also teaching graduate level courses entitled "Exercise Physiology" and "Research Methods". Other responsibilities include advising undergraduate students and assisting in the coordination of student research projects. (1994-1998) INSTRUCTOR: DEPARTMENT OF EXERCISE SCIENCE & SPORT STUDIES:  Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey. Taught undergraduate classes entitled "Motor Learning" and  "Nutritional Aspects of Athletic Performance". Responsibilities included advising undergraduate students and directing the undergraduate internship program. (1992-1994)

    Courses Taught

    DPT 611: Research Design 1

    DPT 621: Research Design II

    DPT 707: Management of Cardiopulmonary Dysfunction

    DPT 809: Directed Research II

    Grants Awarded

    Impact of mouthpiece design on aerobic and athletic performance. Sports Concussion Institute Global, Los Angeles, CA ($8,250) (2013-2014). 

    The effects of increased availability of dopamine in the brain on exercise performance and cognitive function. Sabbatical. Faculty Research & Development Committee. Elon University. With $12,500 of additional funding. Vrije Universitiet, Brussels, Belgium. (2014)

    Effect of Acute Exercise on Craving in Methadone Maintenance Patients. Faculty Research and Development Committee, Elon University ($4000) (2009).

    Impact of Carbohydrate Supplementation on Performance of an Urban Warfare Virtual Environment Task following Prolonged Exercise in the Heat. Gatorade Sports Science Institute. ($24,940) (2005-2006).

    Nutritional Behavior and Physical Activity for the Prevention of Chronic Disease in the Hispanic Community of Alamance County, Kate B. Reynolds Foundation ($540,000) (2001-2006).

    Publications

    Bailey, S.P., Huberman, C., Bryant, R, Van Rij, S., and Bailey, E.K. Relationship between Food Addictive Behavior and Physical Activity in College-Aged Students. Journal of Physical Activity Research, 2(2): 68-72, 2017.

    Van Cutsem, J., Marcora, S., De Pauw, K., Bailey, S.P., Meeusen, R., and Roelands, B. The effects of mental fatigue on physical performance: a systematic review. Sports Medicine. 47(8):1569-1588. 2017.

    Jones, D.M., Rostomily, K.A., Pautz, C.M., Ito, D.W., Bailey, S.P., Roelands, B., Buono, M.J., Meeusen, R. Mil Med. 2017 Sep;182(9):e1958-e1964. doi: 10.7205/MILMED-D-16-00284

    Bailey, S.P. and Neiman, D “Chronic Fatigue Syndrome” in ACSM”s Exercise Management for Persons with Chronic  Diseases and Disabilities, 4th Edition (J.L. Durstine and G.E. Moore Eds). Human Kinetics, Champaign-Urbana, IL, pp215-220, 2016.

    Bailey, S.P., Bailey, E.K., Mushti, S.L., McHugh, H., Isenbarger, J., Vallabhajosula, S. Predictors of health related quality of life in older adults. Journal of Novel Physiotherapies. 6(1), 2016. 

    Torbeyns, T., de Geus, B., Bailey, S.P., De Pauw, K., Decroix, L., Van Cutsem, and Meeusen, R. Cycling on a bike desk positively influences cognitive performance. PLOS ONE. DOI:10.1371/journal.pone.0165510 November 2, 2016.

    Bailey, S.P., Willauer, T., Balilionis, G., Wilson, L., Salley, J., Bailey, E., and Strickland, T.L. Effect of an over the counter vented mouthguard on cardiorespiratory responses to exercise and physical agility. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 29(3): 678-684, 2015.

    Tonoli, C, Heyman, E., Buyse, L., Roelands, B., Piacentini, M.F., Bailey, S.P., Pattyn, N., Berthoin, S., and Meeusen, R. Neurotrophins and cognitive functions in T1D compared to healthy controls: effects of a high-intensity exercise. Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism. 40(1):20-27, 2015.

    Tonoli, C, Heyman, E., Buyse, L., Roelands, B., Piacentini, M.F., Bailey, S.P., Pattyn, N., Berthoin, S., and Meeusen, R. BDNF, IGF-1, glucose, and insulin during continuous and interval exercise in Type 1 diabetes. International Journal of Sports Medicine. 36(12): 955-9, 2015.

    Torbeyns, T., Bailey, S.P., de Geus, B., and Meeusen, R. The use of cycling workstations in public places-an observational study. Public Health. 129(11):1439-43, 2015

    Bailey, S.P. and Bailey, E.K. “Exercise in the Treatment of Opiate Dependence.” In Heroin Addiction: Prevalence, Treatment Approaches and Health Consequences (A. Fareed Ed). Nova Science Publishers, Hauppauge, NY, pp. 87-100. 2014.

    Bailey, E.K., Douglas, T.J., Wolff, D., and Bailey, S.P. Coordinated and aerobic exercise do not improve attention in graduate students. The Open Sports Sciences Journal. 7:203-207, 2014.

    Torbeyns, T., Bailey, S.P., Bos, I., and Meeusen, R. Active workstations to fight sedentary behavior. Sports Medicine. 44(9):1261-1273, 2014.

    Bailey, S.P., Hall, E.E., and Fareed, A. Effects of acute exercise on opiate and cigarette craving in methadone patients. Open Sports Sciences Journal. 4:22-26, 2011.

    Fareed, A., Vayalapalli, S., Stout, S., Casarella, J., Bailey, S.P., and Drexler, K., Effect of Methadone Maintenance

    Treatment on Heroin Craving, a Literature Review, Journal of Additive Diseases. 30:27-38, 2011.

    Bailey, S.P. Tired of being tired: Exercise as a treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome. ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal. 15(1):20-21, 2011.

    Bailey, S.P. “Chronic Fatigue Syndrome” in ACSM” s Exercise Management for Persons with Chronic Diseases and Disabilities, 3rd Edition (J.L. Durstine and G.E. Moore Eds). Human Kinetics, Champaign-Urbana, IL, 2009, p. 233-238.

    Bailey, S.P., Pfluger, K.C., Holt, C., La Budde, Z., Afergan, D., Bartlett, S., Stripling, R., Miller, P.C., and Hall, E. Impact of prolonged exercise in the heat and carbohydrate supplementation on performance of a virtual reality task. Military Medicine. 173(2): 187-192, 2008.

    Bailey, S.P., Brown, L, and Bailey, E.K. Lack of relationship between functional and perceived quality of life outcomes following pulmonary rehabilitation. Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy. 19(1):3-10, 2008.

    Bailey, S.P., Hall, E.E., Folger, S.E., and Miller, P.C. Changes in brain activity during a graded exercise test on a recumbent cycle ergometer. Journal of Sports Science and Medicine. 7:505-511, 2008.

    Miller, P.C., Bailey, S.P., Barnes , M.E., Derr, S.J., and Hall, E.E. The effects of protease supplementation on skeletal muscle function and DOMS following downhill running. Sports Science. 22:365-372, 2004.

    Lewis, C.L., Moutoux, Slaughter, M., and Bailey, S.P. Characteristics of Individuals who fell while receiving home health services. Physical Therapy. 84(1):23-32, 2004.

    Stuempfle, K.J. Lehmann, D.R., Case, H.S., Bailey, S.P., Hughes, S.L., McKenzie, J., and Evans, D. Hyponatremia in a Cold Weather Ultraendurnace Race. Alaska Medicine. 44(3):51-5, 2002.

    Bailey, S.P. and Mittleman, K.D. Effect of menstrual cycle phase on carbohydrate supplementation during prolonged exercise to fatigue. Journal of Applied Physiology. 88(2)690-697, 2000.

    Thomas, K.J., Hughes, C.L., Inabinent, K.A., Bailey, S.P., and Tomsic, J.B. Perceptions of exercise in older adults: expected versus achieved outcomes. Issues on Aging. 22(4)5-10, 1999.

    Mittleman, K., Bailey, S.P. , Ricci, M., and Fakhrzadeh, L. Branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) supplementation during prolonged exercise in the heat. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 30(1):83-91, 1998.

    Davis, J.M. and Bailey, S.P. Possible mechanisms of central nervous system fatigue during exercise . Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise. 29(1):45-57, 1997.

    Mittleman, K., Rangwalla, I., Zacher, C., Polizzi, J., Cohen, M., Burgin, J., and Bailey, S.P. Influence of menstral cycle phase on carbohydrate supplementation during exercise to fatigue. Environmental Ergonomics: Recent Progress and New Fronteirs. (Eds. Y. Shapiro, D.S. Moran, and Y. Epstein). Freund Publishers: Tela Viev, pp. 15-18, 1996

    Bailey, S.P., Davis, J.M., and Ahlborn, E.A. Effects of Serotonergic agonists and antagonists on endurance performance in the rat. International Journal of Sports Medicine. 14(6):330-333, 1993.

    Bailey, S.P., Davis, J.M., and Ahlborn, E.A. Neurochemical and substrate responses to altered brain 5-HT activity during prolonged exercise to fatigue. Journal of Applied Physiology. 74(6): 3006-3012, 1993.

    Mittleman, K.D., Bailey, S.P., Advis, J.P., and Smith, D. Comparison of brain and tympanic temperature during passive heat stress and exercise. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference of Environmental Ergonomics. North York, Ontario:DCIEM, pp.142-143, 1994.

    Bailey, S.P., Davis, J.M., and Ahlborn, E. Effect of increased serotonergic activity on endurance performance in the rat.  Acta Physiologica Scandinavica. 145(1): 75-76, 1992.

    Davis, J.M., Bailey, S.P., Woods, J.A., Galiano, F.J., Hamilton, M., and Bartoli, W.P. Effects of carbohydrate feedings on plasma free tryptophan and branched-chain amino acids during prolonged cycling. European Journal of Applied Physiology. 65:513-519, 1992.

    Pate, R.R., Macera, C., Bailey, S.P., Bartoli, W.P., Powell, K. Physiological, anthropometric, and behavioral correlates of running economy. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 24(10):1128-1133, 1992.

    Bailey, S.P. and Messier, S.P. Variation of stride length and running economy in male novice runners during a seven week training period. International Journal of Sports Medicine. 12(3):299-304, 1991.

    Bailey, S.P. and Pate, R.R. Feasibility of improving running economy. Sports Medicine. 12(4):228-236,1991.

    Berry, M.J., Bailey, S.P., Sandt, L.A., and TeWinkle, J.A. The effects of elastic running tights on venous lactate levels. Canadian Journal of Sports Science. 15(4):244-248,1990.

    Presentations

    Bailey, S.P., Jones, D.M., Rostomily, K.A., Pautz, C.M., Ito, D.W., Roelands, B., and Meeusen, R. Deterioration of cognitive function during cold water immersion is not changed following repeated exposure. Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in Boston,MA, June 2016.

    Bailey, S.P. Labreque, J., Bishop, S., Kiser, S., Mahan, M. Bauer, L., Jekins, E., Folger, S., Bixby, W.R. Impact of maximal and submaximal exercise on tactile sensation. Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in San Diego, Ca, June 2015.

    Bailey, S.P., Belliveau, L., Ciucevich, J., Walsh, T., and Cooney, J. Impact of Leg Press on Functional Outcomes In Patients With Pulmonary Or Cardiac Disease. Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in Indianapolis, IN, June 2013.

    Bailey, S.P., Adler, E., and Hamilton, L. Impact of aerobic exercise of varying intensities on craving on cannabis-dependent adults.  Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in Seattle, WA, June 2012.

    Bailey, S.P., Pike, D., Mason, M., and Jennings, S. Impact of exercise training on craving, smoking behavior, and blood pressure in methadone patients. Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in Denver, CO, June 2011.

    Bailey, S.P. and Hall, E.E. Effects Of Acute Exercise On Opiate And Cigarette Craving In Methadone Patients. Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in Baltimore, MD, June 2010.

    Bailey, S.P., Henderly, B., and Fernandez, J. Performance in a virtual environment and cognitive function during prolonged exercise in the heat. Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in Seattle, WA, May 2009.

    Bailey, S.P. Fredde, C., Sonnycalb, A., and Szabo, M. Effects of carbohydrate supplementation on changes in cognitive function during prolonged exercise in the heat. Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in Indianapolis, IN, May 2008.

    Bailey, S.P., Bailey, E.K., and Brown, L. Lack of relationship between Functional Perceived Quality of Life Outcomes following Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in New Orleans, LA June 2007.

    Bailey, S.P., Pfluger, K.C., Holt, C., La Budde, Z., Afergan, D., Bartlett, S., Stripling, R., Miller, P.C., and Hall, E. Changes in Performance of a Virtual Reality Task Subsequent to Prolonged Exercise in the Heat and Carbohydrate Supplementation. Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in Denver, CO, June 2006.

    Bailey, S.P., Hall, E., Miller, P.C., and Folger, S.E. Changes in Brain Activity, Affect, and Perception During Graded Exercise. Presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in Nashville, TN, June 2005.