Browsing Masters of Science - Msc (Physiotherapy) by Author "Joseph, Conran"
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Activity limitations and participation restrictions four years after traumatic spinal cord injury in Cape Town, South Africa
van Wyk, Vania (University of the Western Cape, 2018)The distressing event of Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) leads to complete or incomplete injury, and results in many complications such as such as neurogenic shock, cardiovascular disease, temperature regulatory problems, respiratory ... -
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, ... -
Health status and functioning after traumatic spinal cord injury in South Africa: Comparison between a private and a public health care funded cohort
Jeftha, Tarryn Kim (University of the Western Cape, 2018)Introduction: A spinal cord injury is the damage to the spinal cord that alters functional independence. Two different systems of care for the management of health conditions are available in private and public care in ... -
Self-management strategies employed by stroke survivors in the Western Cape, South Africa
Smith, Janine Lynette (University of the Western Cape, 2019)Ischaemic heart disease and stroke were the leading causes of death and disability globally, accounting for a combined 15 million deaths. Disability following a stroke is complex and multidimensional. Disability and ... -
Survival and secondary medical conditions of persons with traumatic spinal cord injury in South Africa
Madasa, Vuyolwethu (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 ...