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Factors associated with injuries in road-runners at a local athletic club
(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 sports injuries among first division female soccer players in Rwanda
(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 ...
Sports for learners with physical disabilities in ordinary schools in the Western Cape
(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.
The effects of a back education programme among employees at an industrial setting in Cape Town, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)
The objectives of this study were to determine the effects of a back education programme on biomechanical knowledge, back beliefs, the occurrence of LBP, disability, and work loss among employees at an industrial setting ...
Relationship between participation in physical activity and health risk behaviours among youth in high schools in Mtwara region, Tanzania
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)
Physical inactivity is one of the leading risk factors for major non-communicable diseases, which contribute substantially to the global burden of chronic diseases, disability and death. The burden of disability, morbidity ...
A Survey of perceived disability and contributing risk factors to work-related low back pain amongst nurses in Rwanda
(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 ...
Physical activity levels among people living with HIV/AIDS treated with high active antiretroviral therapy in Rwanda
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)
The use of high active antiretroviral therapy in people living with HIV/AIDS is increasing worldwide. In Rwanda, above 70 % of people in need of antiretroviral therapies is getting them. This drug therapy is associated ...
Physical inactivity among adolescents with physical disabilities attending high schools in Kenya
(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 ...
Profile of and challenges experienced by stroke patients admitted to Ruhengeri Hospital in Rwanda
(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 ...
Factors affecting length of hospital stay for people with spinal cord injuries at Kanombe Military Hospital, Rwanda
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)
Spinal cord injury is a devastating condition, and its consequences impact on many facets of an individual's life. Activities of daily living such as personal care and housework might be difficult to perform post injury. ...