Browsing Department of Physiotherapy by Author "Phillips, Julie"
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Awareness of physiotherapy interventions among pregnant females in antenatal clinics, Buffalo city municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Sajan, Merly (2013)Aim: The aim of the study was to to explore women’s awareness and use of antenatal services at Cecilia Makiwane Hospital. Objectives: The specific objectives were to determine the awareness of physiotherapy interventions ... -
Behavioural and protective factors contributing to the risk and vulnerability to HIV/AIDS among individuals with spinal cord injuries in South Africa
Lloyd, Jacobus (University of the Western Cape, 2019)HIV/AIDS has made a huge impact on human development and sexual reproductive habits in this century in the world and especially in sub-Saharan Africa. It has only recently been acknowledged that HIV/AIDS has an equal if ... -
A combination of a physiotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy in the treatment of non-specific chronic lower back pain: A systematic review
Pretorius, Tammy-Lee (University of the Western Cape, 2019)Evidence indicates that the current physiotherapy management of patients with chronic non-specific LBP only offers moderate benefit. Combined treatment programmes, addressing body as well as the mind, shows promising ... -
A conceptual and organisational framework for internationalisation at a selected South African university
Arowoiya, Ayorinde Ibukun (University of Western Cape, 2021)Internationalisation is an important worldwide phenomenon, and amongst others, presents as a major trend in higher education and continues to be on the agenda of higher education providers worldwide. It is significant for ... -
Cumulative incidence of musculoskeletal injuries among student dancers at Tshwane University of Technology
Magida (University of the Western Cape, 2009)Dance movements requires explosive power, sustained effort and both local and general endurance. Musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) are the most frequent medical problems among dancers in ballet, which is partly owing to ... -
A descriptive of the factors influencing the implementation of rugby injury prevention strategies in Nairobi, Kenya
Lamech, Francis Bogonko (University of the Western Cape, 2013)Background: Rugby is one of the most popular sports in the world second to football. Many researchers have recommended different rugby injury prevention strategies that can drastically reduce injury incidences in rugby if ... -
Designing a community reintegration programme for individuals with a traumatic spinal cord injury in the Cape Metropolitan area
Nizeyimana, Eugene (University of the Western Cape, 2018)Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a devastating condition often affecting young and healthy individuals around the world. This debilitating condition not only creates enormous physical and emotional suffering to individuals but ... -
Epidemiology of and challenges experienced by individuals surviving a traumatic spinal cord injury with community reintegration in Tanzania
Swai, Joseph (University of the Western Cape, 2018)A traumatic spinal cord injury (TSCI) often occurs unexpectedly and causes considerable disability. This condition requires specialized care that is delivered in a time sensitive manner. Data on the incidence, causes, ... -
The epidemiology of soccer injuries sustained in a season of a professional soccer team in South Africa
Naidoo, Marc Anton (2007)Literature has described soccer as the most popular sporting code in the world. South Africa heralds a registry of 1.8 million players. The purpose of the study was to conduct a detailed analysis of soccer injuries sustained ... -
Exploration of needs, problems and living experiences of older persons in Uganda: implications for policy and decision making
Nankwanga, Annet (University of the Western Cape, 2010)The purpose of the study was to explore the needs, problems and living experiences of the older persons in Uganda and their implications for decision making and policy. The study was an exploratory descriptive cross-sectional ... -
Factors associated with football injuries in Malawi : implications for physiotherapy intervention
Mughogho, Anderson (University of the Western Cape, 2012)Physiotherapists are part of the medical team involved in prevention and management of football injuries in Malawi. However, in Malawi no physiotherapist is currently involved in prevention and management of football ... -
Factors associated with injuries in road-runners at a local athletic club
Hendricks, Candice (University of the Western Cape, 2011)Across the world, physical inactivity was found to be associated with cardiovascular and chronic diseases of lifestyle which often leads to an increased rate of various physical disabilities and premature death. To combat ... -
Factors associated with participation in physical activity among adults with hypertension in Kigali, Rwanda
Umuvandimwe, Bernardin (2011)Hypertension is one of the most common non-communicable diseases, and it is the leading cause of cardiovascular diseases, death and disability worldwide, especially in developing countries. Physical activity has been ... -
Factors associated with physical activity levels among older adults in selected institutions in Southern Province of Rwanda
Kanyoni, Maurice (University of the Western Cape, 2008)The size of the elderly population both in numbers and proportions of the whole world is increasing rapidly. The increase in the number of elderly people in the world will exert a big impact on health and social services. ... -
Factors associated with sports injuries among first division female soccer players in Rwanda
Niyonsenga, Jean Damascene (University of the Western Cape, 2011)The aim of this study was to establish the factors associated with sports injuries among first division Rwandan female soccer players. Conclusion: Advocacy about the safety and improvement of Rwandan female soccer through ... -
The factors influencing community reintegration of traumatic spinal cord injury patients in a South African population
Olckers, Meghan Leigh (The University of the Western Cape, 2017)A spinal cord injury (SCI) is a devastating condition and is associated with permanent disability and decreased life expectancy (Rahimi-Movaghar et al., 2013). Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury (TSCI) as the name implies occurs ... -
Factors influencing utilisation of postnatal services in Mulago and Mengo Hospitals Kampala, Uganda
Nankwanga, Annet (University of the Western Cape, 2004)Maternal and child-health and health education are three major concerns of public health organisations and researchers throughout the world. Health education for mothers is a strategy many countries have adopted to improve ... -
Factors related to sport preferences among youth with physical disability in Rwanda
Barayagwiza, Pierre (University of the Western Cape, 2011)Sport participation can play a vital role in enhancing life of youth with physical disabilities. This is because of the rehabilitative influence sport can have not only on the physical body but also on rehabilitating people ... -
Guidelines in designing a warm up program for the prevention of playing related musculoskeletal disorder among instrumentalists
Ajidahun, Adedayo Tunde (University of the Western Cape, 2011)Playing related musculoskeletal disorder (PRMD) is common among instrumentalists, professionals, amateurs and music students with a prevalence ranging from 39-47% with an impact on playing and performance. This is synonymous ... -
The health related quality of life of refugees with disabilities in Zambia
Davie, Mulenga (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 ...