Browsing Masters of Science - Msc (Physiotherapy) by Subject "Zambia"
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Exploration and determination of the process of care of stroke in Zambia
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Zambia is undergoing epidemiological changes from communicable diseases to NCDs as a result of demographic transition and hence Stroke is an emerging NCD in the country. The process of care of stroke in Zambia as country ... -
Health promotion for non-communicable diseases: Perceptions of physiotherapy and general practitioners in the southern province of Zambia
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)The increasing spread of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), especially in the lowand middle-income countries calls for a more holistic and cost-effective measure to reduce its impact on society. One of the methods advocated ... -
The health related quality of life of refugees with disabilities in Zambia
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)This study attests to the fact that disability is an issue in conflict-affected populations, in particular refugees. Refugees with disabilities living in Mayukwayukwa refugee camp also have poor HRQOL similar to other ... -
The knowledge and attitutes of physiotherapists towards patients with HIV/AIDS in the Lusaka Province, Zambia
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)With the increase in the number of persons suffering from HIV/AIDS, physiotherapists are often required to treat these patients who present with respiratory and neurological complications. Although physiotherapists are at ... -
Physical disabilities among adults with HIV/AIDS being managed by the Makeni home-based carers in Lusaka, Zambia
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)HIV and AIDS are now being considered as a chronic disease. As people live longer the possibility of physical disability increases. This study aimed to investigate the nature of physical disability among HIV/AIDS adults ... -
Physiotherapy management of spina bifida in Lusaka, Zambia
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Background: Spina Bifida (SB) is one of the leading causes of disability in children globally. Its management in Sub-Saharan countries is quite challenging and has shown to be an expensive public health problem. A recent ... -
Prevalence of and risk factors for work-related musculoskeletal injuries (WMSIs) amongst underground mine workers in Kitwe, Zambia
(2008)The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of and risk factors contributing to work-related musculoskeletal injuries amongst underground mine workers in Kitwe, Zambia.