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Introducing early active mobilisation following flexor tendon repair in the context of care in a developing country : a randomised feasibility study
(Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, 2019-08)Introduction: Flexor tendon injuries remain one of the most difficult hand injuries to manage post-operatively. Early active mobilisation protocols are considered ‘best practice’ internationally but have not been well ... -
Workplace-based rehabilitation for upper limb conditions in the South African context
(Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, 2019-08)Workplace-based rehabilitation is a growing field of practice internationally and locally. This commentary discusses the current barriers and facilitators facing South African occupational therapists wanting to implement ... -
Non-attendance of occupational and physiotherapy appointments at Western Cape Rehabilitation Centre : a description of associated factors
(The Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, 2019-12)Introduction: Occupational therapists and physiotherapists use outpatient follow-up appointments to continue and monitor the effectiveness and outcome of therapy interventions. Attendance of follow-up appointments is ... -
The strategies and barriers addressed by occupational therapists in the process of successful work-related transitions for clients who have sustained serious hand injuries
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Introduction. The socio-economic burden of a hand injury in South Africa is substantial. Occupational therapists who facilitate work-related transitions after a hand injury require contextually relevant ... -
Shared decision making and the practice of community translation in presenting a pre-final Afrikaans for the Western Cape Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) questionnaire : a proposal for improved translation and cross-cultural adaptation
(SpringerOpen, 2019-08-14)Background: Translation and cross cultural adaptation of patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) involves a step referred to as harmonisation, following forward and backward translation of the measure. This article ... -
Stroke management and functional outcomes of stroke survivors in an urban Western Cape Province setting
(Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, 2017)Introduction: Long-term disability caused by stroke can be decreased through comprehensive rehabilitation. Aim: This article aims to describe the functional outcomes achieved by stroke survivors in an urban Western Cape ... -
Street vending in South Africa : an entrepreneurial occupation
(Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, 2017)Background: Not all occupations are undertaken entirely by choice. Numerous personal, cultural, economic and social factors influence participation in occupation. In low and middle-income countries, such as South Africa, ... -
Occupational therapy intervention intosteo-arthritis of the carpometacarpal joint of the thumb in the South African context
(Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, 2017)Introduction: The carpometacarpal joint (CMCJ) plays a pivotal role in thumb function and essentially, hand function. Investigation concerning the most preferable occupational therapy treatment approach for osteoarthritis ... -
Supported Employment for people with mental disabilities in South Africa : cost calculation of service utilisation
(Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, 2017)Introduction: Supported Employment (SE) is a strategy that facilitates positive employment outcomes for people with mental disabilities in open labour market settings. SE’s cost-effectiveness has been established ... -
The content validity of the Community Mobility Assessment Tool for Individuals (CoMATI) in the context of the Cape Town Metropole
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Introduction: The Community Mobility Assessment Tool for Individuals (CoMATI) is an occupational therapy assessment tool that evaluates an individual’s ability to use public transport in the Cape Town ... -
Exploring factors shaping family involvement in promoting the participation of adults with substance use disorders in meaningful occupations
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background and rationale: Approximately 60% of re-admissions at the main acute mental health units at two of the referral hospitals in Zimbabwe comprise of adults with substance use disorders. Occupational ... -
Using the World Health Organization’s Disability Assessment Schedule (2) to assess disability in community-dwelling stroke patients
(AOSIS Publishing, 2017)Background: Measurement of the extent of disability post-stroke is important to determine the impact of disability on these individuals and the effectiveness of interventions aimed at reducing the impact of their disability. ... -
Exploring service providers’ perspectives on the prevention and management of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders in South Africa : a qualitative study
(BMC (part of Springer Nature), 2018-11-06)Background: Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is among the leading causes of developmental and intellectual disabilities in individuals. Although efforts are being made toward the prevention and management of FASD ... -
Occupational resilience : an occupational therapy practice model facilitating high school participation post traumatic brain injury
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : School participation may be disrupted post traumatic brain injury (TBI). Adolescents have to adjust to their developmental stage, multiple impairments and increased dependence resulting from the TBI. This ... -
A literature review on work transitioning of youth with disabilities into competitive employment
(AOSIS publishing, 2017-08)Background: The marginalisation of youth with disabilities from employment opportunities is evident from literature in as far as they form part of the larger groups ‘people with disabilities’ and ‘youth’. A focused view ... -
Workplace-based rehabilitation of upper limb conditions : a systematic review
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Upper limb conditions are a common and growing cause of work related ill health and disability. International and South African legislation support work rehabilitation and specifically ... -
Occupational balance of mothers and fathers raising a child with special needs in Flanders
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : After the birth of a first child, a new role appears. Successful integration and performance of this parent role will positively affect the well-being of both parents, which in turn will enhance child and ... -
Occupational injuries reported at Tygerberg Academic Hospital: 2008-2014
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Occupational injuries constitute a huge burden worldwide with significant cost implications. The highest rates and numbers for occupational injuries are found within the healthcare industry ... -
An evaluation of the incidence and absenteeism rates of health care workers reporting flu-related illnesses at an academic hospital in the Western Cape: a retrospective cohort study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Introduction: Seasonal Influenza -related illnesses impose a heavy burden on society. Vaccination programmes are the most effective strategy for preventing the illnesses and have been recommended for ... -
Clients’ subjective experience of their participation in rehabilitation at an out-patient community rehabilitation center
(Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, 2016)Introduction: Rehabilitation services in South Africa are governed by various policies. It is important to evaluate these services to assess if the services are achieving their aims as set out in these policies. The ...
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