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Survival and secondary medical conditions of persons with traumatic spinal cord injury in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Background: A spinal cord injury (SCI) results in a change, either temporary or permanent,
in the cord’s normal motor, sensory or autonomic function. In addition, secondary medical
complications are common, following an ...
Epidemiology of and challenges experienced by individuals surviving a traumatic spinal cord injury with community reintegration in Tanzania
(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, ...
Physical activity levels and health promotion strategies among physiotherapists in Rwanda
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)
Physical inactivity has become a global health concern and is among the 10 leading causes of death and disability. This has led to increased concern for chronic diseases of lifestyle (CDL). Studies have revealed that regular ...
The satisfaction of clients with disabilities regarding services provided at primary health centres in Ndola, Zambia
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
Client satisfaction is an outcome measure of quality care. Therefore, health care providers (HCP) have a responsibility to provide quality care services in order to satisfy clients' health needs. The aim of this study was ...
Knowledge, attitudes and beliefs on contributing factors among low back pain patients attending outpatients physiotherapy treatment in Malawi
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)
Low back pain (LBP) is a growing health and socio-economic problem worldwide, affecting humans from adolescent to adult age. In developed countries, more than 80% of adults are at risk of suffering a disabling episode of ...
The perceived role of physiotherapists in the promotion of physical activity
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Studies have demonstrated that physical inactivity has been recognised as a major
cause of death and disability, and it has been linked to the onset of noncommunicable
diseases and risk factors such as high blood pressure, ...
Perceptions and expectations of patients regarding a new rehabilitation model to encompass the vision of the new health plan 2030
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
People with disabilities face many challenges. Some are made to feel inferior
by others because of their physical or mental disabilities. Primary healthcare described by the
Alma Ata Declaration as "health for all", is a ...
Participation restrictions and vocational needs amongst persons with a lower limb amputation in Cape Town, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Vocational rehabilitation relates to rehabilitating a person with an amputation back into actively
participating in society. Although vocational rehabilitation is important, before it can be
implemented, the participation ...
The process of rehabilitation for 0-6 year old children with cerebral palsy at Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Introduction: Cerebral palsy is one of the leading causes of disability globally. The number of new
cases of children with cerebral palsy (CP) is on the increase. Rehabilitation is the most common
intervention used to ...
Experiences of parents regarding rehabilitation of their children with cerebral palsy in Khayelitsha, Cape Town, South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2017)
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a disorder that affects movement and posture and lasts throughout one's
life span. It is often accompanied by disturbances of sensation, perception, cognition, and
communication behaviours as well ...