Browsing by Author "Dept. of Physiotherapy"
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Physical inactivity among adolescents with physical disabilities attending high schools in Kenya
Matheri, Joseph Mwangi (University of the Western Cape, 2007)Physical inactivity together with overweight and obesity has emerged as a major health risk factor for chronic disease of lifestyle as coronary heart disease, diabetes type 2, and hypertension affecting adolescents with ... -
Physical inactivity among high school learners in Belhar - a public health concern
Frantz, José Merle (University of the Western Cape, 2004)For many decades, the World Health Organisation had highlighted the growing importance of chronic non-communicable diseases in developed and developing countries, with an increase in lifestyle-related diseases. Physical ... -
The physical needs of the elderly with regard to physiotherapy services in the Livingstone District, Zambia
Malambo, Pasmore (University of the Western Cape, 2005)The purpose of this study was to identify the physical needs of the elderly with regard to physiotherapy services in the Livingstone district in Zambia. The objectives were to determine the knowledge of the elderly on the ... -
Predisposing factors of chronic low back pain (CLBP) among sedentary office workers (SOW) in Nairobi, Kenya
Mukandoli, Kumuntu (University of the Western Cape, 2004)Chronic low back pain is a highly prevalent condition in industrialized nations. It is associated with activity limitations, disability, has significant economic impact on society and incurs personal cost. Today's working ... -
Prevalence and impact of urinary incontinence on quality of life among adult Kigali women
Gashugi, Phophina Muhimpundu (University of the Western Cape, 2004)Urinary incontinence has already been identified worldwide for years as a health problem affecting essentially women, which can interfere with their overall quality of life. However in Rwanda, this problem has yet not been ... -
Profile of and challenges experienced by stroke patients admitted to Ruhengeri Hospital in Rwanda
Urimubenshi, Gerard (University of the Western Cape, 2009)Stroke is the world's third highest cause of death and a major cause of disability. In order to define optimal management for stroke, reliable data are needed. Although Ruhengeri Hospital in Rwanda receives many stroke ... -
The rehabilitation of stroke patients at community health centres in the Western Cape
Rhoda, Anthea (University of the Western Cape, 2010)The rehabilitation of stroke patients can occur at different settings. These include in-patient settings, such as stroke units or general rehabilitation wards and out-patient settings, such as out-patient departments ... -
Sports for learners with physical disabilities in ordinary schools in the Western Cape
Reiman, Liezel (University of the Western Cape, 2008)The aim of this study was to determine the types of sport that are available for the learner with a physical disability in ordinary schools in the Western Cape and what prevents and facilitates participation in sport. -
A Survey of perceived disability and contributing risk factors to work-related low back pain amongst nurses in Rwanda
Ndagijimana, Pierre Claver (University of the Western Cape, 2011)Nursing is worldwide regarded as a high risk occupation for the development of work-related low back pain (WRLBP). LBP is one of the most common causes of disability, creating an important socio-economic problem in modern ... -
Work-related low back pain among clinical nurses in Tanzania
Mwilila, Mary Chandeu (University of the Western Cape, 2008)Low back pain (LBP) is a significant problem among the nursing population worldwide. Manual lifting and shifting of heavy objects and patients are primary contributing factors. Nurses are supposed to be knowledgeable about ...