Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
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Objective impairments of gait and balance in adults living with HIV-1 infection : a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies
(BioMed Central, 2017-08-01)Background: Gait and balance deficits are reported in adults with HIV infection and are associated with reduced quality of life. Current research suggests an increased fall-incidence in this population, with fall rates ...
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Should we use philosophy to teach clinical communication skills?
(AOSIS Publishing, 2016)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Effective communication between the doctor and patient is crucial for good quality health care. Yet, this form of communication is often problematic, which may lead to several negative consequences for ...
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Home-based rehabilitation : physiotherapy student and client perspectives
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2016-05)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background. Home-based rehabilitation (HBR) in under-resourced areas in a primary healthcare (PHC) context exposes students to the real-life situations of their clients. There is a scarcity of literature ...
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Identity construction and participation in work : learning from the experiences of persons with psychiatric disability
(Thomson Reuters, 2016-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: In this article constructions of identity, occupation and performance are explored with a particular focus on the interrelatedness of these concepts. Insights were derived from a study in which ...
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Accuracy of clinical neurological examination in diagnosing lumbo-sacral radiculopathy : a systematic literature review
(BioMed Central, 2017-02-23)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Lumbar radiculopathy remains a clinical challenge among primary care clinicians in both assessment and diagnosis. This often leads to misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment of patients ...
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The effects of an eight week grouped exercise programme on gross motor proficiency in children with minimal motor dysfunction.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: During typical development of a child, experience and maturation both influence the development of neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems, which enable children to explore their environment ...
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The effect of audio recorded stories on novel word acquisition by children using a non-standard dialect of English
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Purpose: This study investigated young children’s acquisition of novel words presented within audio recorded stories and their ability to understand and use these novel words. Method: Participants were ...
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Single leg hopping in children with and without Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: a descriptive study of dynamic postural stability and kinematics
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Introduction: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a leading preventable cause of acquired developmental disabilities. Impairments of motor function and dynamic postural stability (DPS) are found in ...
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Pelvic floor muscle function during gait
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Introduction: The pelvic floor muscles (PFMs) contribute to visceral control, including bladder bowel and sexual function. There is strong evidence in support of PFM retraining as first line conservative ...
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Help-seeking behaviour of women with urinary incontinence
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Introduction: Since the prevalence of urinary incontinence has been established, interest in help-seeking behaviour of women has grown. Currently, data for African countries remain scarce. Published papers ...
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Determining and comparing the activity requirements and participation experiences of Xhosa Women with stroke in relation to life roles in rural and urban environments
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Introduction: Stroke impacts on a person’s body function, performance in meaningful activities and participation in life roles. The complex health transition in South Africa has seen a rise in the incidences ...
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Knee joint kinematics during the landing phase of the double leg jump in athletes with chronic groin pain
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Introduction: Groin injuries are one of the most frequently occurring lower limb injuries, accounting for 5-28% of all sports-related injuries. Groin injuries have a significant morbidity rate and have ...
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The development of a contextualised evidence-based clinical practice guideline for the primary health care of chronic musculoskeletal pain in the Western Cape
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMSP) is a global healthcare concern, and is a major cause of disability and morbidity in sub-Saharan Africa. The implementation of high-quality, evidence-based ...
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The perceptions of a group of Sesotho mothers, from a low socio-economic group in the Free State, on early literacy
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : South Africa’s education system is under scrutiny regarding the continuous poor reading performance of pupils in primary schools. South African Grade 4 and 5 pupils continue to score below the international ...
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Intrinsic factors associated with return to sport after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a systematic review
(AOSIS Publishing, 2015-06)Objectives: The anterior cruciate ligament is the most commonly injured ligament in the knee, with an average of only 64% of affected athletes returning to their pre-injury level of sport. Intrinsic factors associated ...
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Occupational therapy hand assessment practices : cause for concern?
(Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, 2015-08)Introduction: Assessment is critical for measuring improvement, or lack thereof, and demonstrating the outcome of intervention. In response to the lack of research in this area, this study aimed to determine the assessment ...
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Physiotherapy for acute ankle sprains : how do we compare to evidence based clinical guidelines?
(AOSIS Publishing, 2014)Ankle sprains are reportedly the most common lower limb injury amongst active individuals. The aim of this study was to investigate whether treatment interventions employed by physiotherapist during the first week of ...
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The prevalence of underweight, overweight and obesity in a multiracial group of urban adolescent schoolchildren in the Cape Metropole area of Cape Town
(MedPharm Publications, 2014-10)Abstract Objective: The objective was to determine the prevalence of underweight, overweight and obesity in high school learners in the Cape Town area. Design: A cross-sectional study was conducted. Setting: High ...
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Experiences of patients and service providers with out-patient rehabilitation services in a rehabilitation centre in the Western Cape Province
(AOSIS Publishing, 2015-12)Background: Rehabilitation is important for persons with disabilities as it contributes to their sense of autonomy, self-worth and social participation, and improves their quality of life. Improving the quality of ...
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Exploring the impact of wheelchair design on user function in a rural South African setting
(AOSIS Publishing, 2015-06)Background: Wheelchairs provide mobility that can enhance function and community integration. Function in a wheelchair is influenced by wheelchair design. Objectives: To explore the impact of wheelchair design on user ...
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Patient perspectives about the healthcare of chronic musculoskeletal pain : three patient cases
(AOSIS Publishing, 2016-05)Background: Consideration of the patient’s perspective in healthcare is important because it may inform holistic and contextually relevant management strategies. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to explore ...
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Are lifestyle cardiovascular disease risk factors associated with pre-hypertension in 15–18 years rural Nigerian youth? : a cross sectional study
(BioMed Central, 2015-11)Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a public health concern worldwide. Hypertensive heart disease is predominant in Nigeria. To effectively reduce CVD in Nigeria, the prevalence of, and factors associated with, ...
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Biomechanical risk factors associated with iliotibial band syndrome in runners : a systematic review
(BioMed Central, 2015-11)Background Iliotibial band syndrome is the second most common running injury. A gradual increase in its occurrence has been noted over the past decade. This may be related to the increasing number of runners worldwide. ...
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Teaching my peers : perceptions of tutors in physiotherapy practical skills training
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2014-10)Background. A near-peer tutorial system was introduced and implemented as part of a second-year module to assist physiotherapy students with the practising of manual techniques. Although not the primary drive for initiating ...
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Physiotherapy students’ perceptions about the learning opportunities included in an introductory clinical module
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2014-10)Background. Clinical education forms a core component of physiotherapy training. However, the transition from the classroom to clinical learning environments can be challenging. An introductory clinical placement with ...
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Learning experiences of physiotherapy students during primary healthcare clinical placements
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2014-10)Background. Primary healthcare (PHC) is necessary to address the health needs of communities. It creates the opportunity for the attainment of curricular outcomes through community-based education. Appropriate learning ...
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What does an enquiry-based approach offer undergraduate physiotherapy students in their final year of study?
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2014-10)Background. Physiotherapy students in their final year at Stellenbosch University (SU) complete a module that follows an enquiry-based learning (EBL) approach. This module exposes them to higher-order problem solving and ...
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Evaluation of clinical sites used for training undergraduate physiotherapy students : factors that may impact on learning
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2014-10)Background. Clinical education forms an integral part of the training of undergraduate healthcare students. Clinical learning and education can be influenced by a number of factors. Objectives. To evaluate clinical ...
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Integrating evidence-based principles into the undergraduate physiotherapy research methodology curriculum : reflections on a new approach
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2014-10)Background. The research methodology module was reviewed as part of the overall revision of the undergraduate physiotherapy curriculum of Stellenbosch University. This created an ideal platform from which to assess how to ...
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Benefits of curriculum renewal : the Stellenbosch University physiotherapy experience
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2014-10)Background. Driven by a changing healthcare environment, the Division of Physiotherapy (Stellenbosch University) reduced core content and adopted a multimodal approach to teaching and learning. The benefits of curriculum ...
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