Browsing Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences by Title
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3D measurement of cervical and thoracic postural dynamism in sitting : a pilot study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to improve the measurement of postural dynamism in the sitting position using a three-dimensional (3D) motion analysis system. The primary objective was to describe pilot data ... -
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 ... -
The activity and participation profile of persons with traumatic spinal cord injury in the Cape Metropole, Western Cape, South Africa : a prospective, descriptive study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background Traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) remains one of the most serious and devastating injuries often resulting in permanent disability and with life changing implications for the individual and ... -
Adult dysphagia intervention through telepractice : a scoping review
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Dysphagia is a serious, life-endangering disorder, experienced by an increasing number of people. Worldwide, there are a limited number of healthcare professionals to provide face-to-face ... -
The aetiology of upper quadrant musculoskeletal pain in high school learners using desktop computers : a prospective study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-03)The Western Cape Education Department initiated a project that aims to provide all the learners from the province with computer access and to promote computer use in schools. Prolonged sitting in front of computers and ... -
An analysis of auditory functioning and capabilities of children with HIV living in low socio-economic communities
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Antiretroviral treatment (ART) has reduced opportunistic infections and enabled children living with HIV (CLHIV) to develop similarly to their peers who are HIV negative. However, the literature ... -
An analysis of the organizational framework of rehabilitation services at a community health centre in the Western Cape
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT:Background In the past, a lack of policy guidelines in the area of rehabilitation often resulted in underdeveloped or no rehabilitation services in many areas. This led to the development of The South ... -
Analysis of the vertical ground reaction forces in sports participants with adductor-related groin pain : a comparison study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Objectives: The objective of this study was to describe the differences in vertical ground reaction forces (VGRF) in male sports participants with adductor-related groin pain, compared to matched asymptomatic ... -
Ankle kinematics and ground reaction force during single leg drop landing in sports participants with chronic groin pain
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Aims: This study aims to ascertain if there are differences in ankle kinematics and ground reaction force in sports participants with chronic groin pain compared to healthy controls. Methods: A cross ... -
Approaches toward learning in physiotherapy
(AOSIS Publishing, 2013-11-11)The aim of this study was to investigate the approaches toward learning of undergraduate Physiotherapy students in a PBl module to enhance facilitation of learning at the Stellenbosch University, Division of Physiotherapy ... -
Arbeidsterapie aan die Universiteit van Stellenbosch 1961 - 1974
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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, ... -
Asymmetry in hip, knee and ankle kinematics in cyclists with chronic unilateral patellofemoral pain
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background: Cycling has grown in popularity over the last number of years and the nature of the sport has led to a high incidence of overuse injuries such as patellofemoral pain (PFP). With patellofemoral ... -
The attitudes of Sakhisizwe local service area community towards people with disabilities
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A qualitative study was utilised as it was appropriate for the study of attitudes of non-disabled people of Sakhisizwe towards people with disabilities (PWDs). This case study set out to: investigate the ... -
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 ... -
Die bepaling van die stressore en behartigingstrategiee van die arbeidsterapie studente aan die Universiteit van Stellenbosch
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2000)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The main aim of this study was to investigate the stressors experienced by occupational therapy students at the University of Stellenbosch and the coping strategies used by these students to manage ... -
'n Beskrywing van ouers, onderwyseresse, spraak-taalterapeute en oudioloë se persepsies oor die uitkomstes van 'n ouditief-verbale benadering tot opvoeding by jong kinders met 'n gehoorverlies
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2011-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Various approaches to the communication-development of the young child with a hearing impairment exist, of which the auditory-verbal approach is one. This approach is based on the principle that the child ... -
Biomechanical analysis of specific motor impairments contributing to early functional decline in adults living with HIV-1 infection : a sub-study to the Cape Winelands HAART to HEART (Prevalence)/EndoAfrica study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: HIV-1 infection has become a chronic condition. Although people living with HIV-1 infection (PLHIV) now have near-normal life expectancies, walking-related impairments remain concerning as ... -
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. ... -
The biomechanical risk factors associated with preventing and managing iliotibial band syndrome in runners : a systematic review
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction: Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS), an overuse injury, is the second most common running injury and the main cause of lateral knee pain in runners. Due to the increasing number of runners ...
