Von Homer, PhD
Associate Professor, Department of Physical Therapy Education and College of Podiatric Medicine
College of Podiatric Medicine
Join year: 2020
2021: PhD, Delaware State University
2015: MS (Biomechanics, Human Movement Science), Barry University
2007: Graduate Certification (Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics), Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
2005: BS (Kinesiology), Shenandoah University
Associate Ergonomics Professional Board of Certification in Professional Ergonomics
Shipping Biological Substances, Infectious Substances and Related Hazards- High Q Training
Certified Clinical Research Professional – National Institute of Health
D & J Medical Center for Orthotics & Prosthetics; Orthotist/Pedorthist 2009 – 2011
Under Amour Footwear; Pedorthist/ Biomechanic Wear Test Consultant, 2007- 2008
Hx Innovations, Inc. Chief Scientist, 2019-Present
Footwear Industry Experience
- Under Armour Footwear Consultant; Inlay material and contour cleated; Athlete Service. 2007-2008
- Allard Orthotics; Biomechanics Consultant; 2010
- Mat Market; Senior Technical Advisor; Footbed and Midsole Contour and Material; 2014-2021
Footwear Patents:
- High Performance Footbed and Method of Manufacturing; #3275067 (Published)
- The HOMER Technique Trademark
- Means and Method for Reducing Lower Body Extremity Injuries; #152590 (Published)
- Method for Optimizing Footwear Performance # 216850 (Patent Pending)
- Method for Optimizing Footwear Fitting Performance to Reduce Lower Body Extremity Injuries # 216608 (Patent Pending)
- Computational Neuro Modeling
- Human Performance
- Neuro Biomechanics
- Neuro-Ergonomics
- Physical Ergonomics
- Cognitive Ergonomics
- Product User Experience
- Sports Performance
- Tissue Biomechanics
- Lower Extremity Biomechanics; Gait Analysis
- Orthotics & Prosthetics
- Biomimicry
- Footwear
- Neurophysiology
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Biomechatronics
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Computer Vision
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Machine Learning
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Balance
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Stability
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General Wellness Medical Devices
Paul & Margaret Brand Research Center
Grant Funded
- Co-Principle Investigator; Project Coordinator, Florida State Appropriation “Diabetic Amputation Prevention Project.” 2012-2014
Barry University Motion Analysis Center
Grant Funded
- Principle Investigator, Harvard University/ Barry University Motion Analysis Center “In-shoe Shear Force and Microclimate Analysis in diabetics with neuropathy” 2014-2015
Hx Innovations, Inc.
Grant Funded
- Principle Investigator, National Science Foundation Small Business Innovation Research Grant Phase 1;” Lower Extremity Injury Prediction Neuromuscular Algorithm” 2019
Industry Grant; (Funded)
- Principle Investigator, Derma Science/Barry University Motion Analysis Center “Pressure Analysis in Total Contact Cast Systems verses Pneumatic walking Boots” 2014-2015
- Co-Principle Investigator, Harvard University/Barry University Motion Analysis Center “Changing running strike patterns using biofeedback and stochastic resonance.”2014-2015
- Principle Investigator, Project Coordinator; Brace Masters Orthotics and Prosthetics Company ”Clinical trial” Examining the efficacy of a polyethylene AFO gauntlet brace in post tibial tendon dysfunction.”2015
- Co-Investigator; “Effects of Applied Knee Modalities during Gait and the Biomechanical Factors Associated with Patelleofemoral Pain Syndrome.”2015
- Principle Investigator, MatMarket; “Examination of Mechanical Properties and Interaction of Plantar Foot Tissue.”2015
- Principle Investigator, Barry University, Delaware State University; “Management of Distal Lower Extremity Injuries Measuring Efficacy of Prophylactic use of Non-Custom Foot Orthosis in Collegiate Sports”2017
- Principle Investigator, Barry University, Delaware State University, University of Tennessee, NFL; “Measuring Neuromuscular Efficiency during Specific Athlete Movement with the use Non- Custom Foot Orthotics”2018
- American Society of Biomechanics; Diversity Travel Research Award (Faculty) 2017
- Miami Herald; Legacy Magazine; Top 25 Black Educators in Florida 2017
Professional Activities
- Journal Reviewer Clinical Biomechanics; 2006- present
- Journal Reviewer Elsevier; JPMA Journal of Podiatric Medical Association
- Board of Directors; Board of Certifying Orthotist Prosthetist (BOC); 2016-present
- BOC Board Examination Committee; 2010-present
- Current Pedorthics- 2012-present
- Paul and Margaret Brand Research Committee, 2013- present
- Barry University Communique Committee; 2014-present
- Barry University Faculty Awards Committee; 2014-present
Associations
- Pedorthic Footcare Association; 2008-present
- Association for Orthotics and Prosthetics, 2008-present
- Association for Advanced Wound Care, 2013-present
- American College of Sports Medicine, 2005- present
- American Society of Biomechanics, 2013 – 2015
- Human Factors & Ergonomics Society, 2020- Present
Publications
Peer Reviewed Journals
- Homer V, Pflug J (2013) “When Pathology Meets Overuse; Treating Sport Injuries and Assisting Other Allied Health Professionals.” Current Pedorthics, 10(2): 40-42.
- Homer V (2015) “Evidence Based Practice For Pedorthic Devices That Prevent Ulcer Recurrence.” Current Pedorthics, 47(1): 13-14
- Homer V, Harlis M, Norris M (2015) “Propulsion: The Use of the Morton’s Extension in Athletics Old Remedy or Innovative Healthy Advantage.” Current Pedorthics, 47(1): 9-10
- Homer V, Anwar Z, Saxton J, Ludwig K, Egret C (2015) “Kinematic Analysis of Tibial Position Related to Peak Plantar Pressure Inside Total Contact Cast Systems.” Current Pedorthics, 47(4): 37-39
- Jenson J, Homer V, Pena C (2015) “Diabetic Amputation Prevention Project I.” Current Pedorthics, 47(4): 22-27
- Homer V (2017) “Preferred Movement Pathway: A Balancing Act.” Current Pedorthics, 49(3): 18-23
- Homer V (2017)”Characterizing Gait” Current Pedorthics, 49(4); 45-48
- Griffith A, Homer V., Mason R., Kuperavarge A., “Electromyography and Y-Balance Test for Assessment of Neuromuscular Control of Lower Extremities in Collegiate Athletes” International Journal of Exercise Science [Proceedings] 9(6)
- Ludwig K., Homer V., Jenson J., (2018) “Ease of Application and Removal of Common Total Contact Cast Systems Used in the Podiatric Medical Community” Journal of Podiatric Medicine, 108(4)
- Homer V., Starkman, M., Mason, R., Anwar, Z., (2019) “Preferred Movement Pathway and Balance: How Proper Shoes and Orthotics Affect Athletic Performance” Lower Extremity Review, 9(10)
- Homer V., Griffith, A., Williamson N., (2021)” Characterizing Movement Components of COVID-19 by Examining Acute Oxidative Stress Effects on the Depression of Limb Muscle Contractility” International Journal of Ergonomics & Human Factors [proceedings]