Browsing Masters of Science - Msc (Physiotherapy) by Title
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Back pain amongst dentistry students at the University of Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)Back pain has been reported to be the most common type of discomfort in all occupational groups. Studies have shown that dentists experience more neck, shoulder and back pain than practitioners in other occupational groups. ... -
Barriers and facilitators regarding patient adherence towards physiotherapy rehabilitation programs in the management of osteoarthritis in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Reduced adherence levels have been demonstrated by some patients affected with Osteoarthritis. Therefore, this study aimed at exploring the barriers and facilitators regarding patient adherence towards physiotherapy ... -
Barriers and facilitators therapists experience regarding their support provision in an inclusive education system
(2009)In South Africa, the Education White Paper 6 on Special Needs Education (2001) Building an inclusive education and training system stated that the special schools would be resource centres for ordinary schools that admit ... -
Barriers and facilitators to utilisation of rehabilitation services amongst persons with lower-limb amputations in a rural community in Kwa-Zulu Natal
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)An estimated 387 million people worldwide already have diabetes mellitus (DM), with those numbers rising to an estimated 592 million people by the year 2035. The prevalence of diabetes mellitus continues to increase with ... -
Barriers experienced by parents/caregivers of children with clubfoot deformity attending specific clinics in Uganda
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)Clubfoot is the most common congenital structural deformity that leads to physical impairments in children in many poor developing countries. Inadequately treated or neglected clubfoot has been found to be a common cause ... -
Barriers to reintegration experienced by stroke clients post discharge from a rehabilitation center in Malawi
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)Stroke is a worldwide medical emergency, and the trend in its incidence is rising. Stroke leads to activity limitation and participation restriction among stroke clients. However rehabilitation of stroke disability has ... -
Barriers to school attendance among children with disabilities in Rwanda
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)The number of children with disabilities under the age of 18 years around the world varies from 120 to 150 million. In many countries, throughout the world, the majority of children with disabilities either do not receive ... -
Challenges experienced by mothers of children with cerebral palsy in Ndola, Zambia.
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)About 10% of children world-wide experience developmental disorders and require access to the health care system. These disorders also require extensive care giving, often throughout childhood and into the adult years. ... -
The challenges experienced by persons with physical disabilities who live in Chifubu Township in Zambia.
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)People with physical disability experience various challenges which include physical, social and attitudinal challenges. These challenges which limit the inclusion of persons with physical disabilities in society are a ... -
The challenges experienced by persons with physical disabilities who live in Chifubu Township in Zambia.
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)People with physical disability experience various challenges which include physical, social and attitudinal challenges. These challenges which limit the inclusion of persons with physical disabilities in society are a ... -
A combination of a physiotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy in the treatment of non-specific chronic lower back pain: A systematic review
(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 ... -
Community experiences of persons with lower limb amputations in Malawi
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Persons with lower limb amputations (LLA) experience different challenges in the community. These challenges include the physical, psychological and social function of an individual. Little is known in Malawi on what persons ... -
The cumulative incidence of musculoskeletal injuries among student dancers at Tshwane University of Technology
(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 ... -
Cumulative incidence of musculoskeletal injuries among student dancers at Tshwane University of Technology
(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 ... -
The current state of injury related care for Malawi super league football players
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)The study aimed at identifying the current state of injury related care for Malawi super league football players. To achieve this the study determined the average time taken by soccer players in Malawi to return to active ... -
Defining and clarifying the role of clinical supervision according to physiotherapists at a higher education institution
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)The roles of doctors and nurses in clinical supervision and clinical education are well defined in literature. However, the role of the physiotherapist in clinical education has not been clearly defined. This could be ... -
A descriptive of the factors influencing the implementation of rugby injury prevention strategies in Nairobi, Kenya
(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 ... -
Determining the effects of a short-term physical activity intervention programme on body mass index, blood pressure, pulse rate and percentage body fat among high school learners
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)Physical inactivity is recognised as a major risk factor for non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. Current recommendations for participation in physical activity are ... -
Determining the process of rehabilitation and the outcomes of patients at a specialised in-patient centre in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)The World Health Organisation estimates that the majority of the disabled population resides in the developing world, but most of the research on outcomes of patients originates from the developed world. In the light of ... -
The effect of a knowledge-based ergonomic intervention amongst administrators at AGA Khan University Hospital, Nairobi
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)Lack of adherence to the correct working conditions exposes workers to ergonomics-related hazards and eventually work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMDs) which are estimated at 160 million per year globally. Literature ...