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Showing 1 to 20 of 33 for “"Musculoskeletal conditions"”.
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The preventable burden of musculoskeletal conditions in Australian musicians
Background: The prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms (MSSs) among musicians is reportedly high, and may have a profound impact upon those affected. Most studies have been conducted on university classical music students and professional orchestral musicians, leaving other sub-groups, such as …
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Toward valid network meta-analysis: Challenges in clustering conservative interventions for musculoskeletal conditions
… an NMA is challenging and even harder for musculoskeletal conditions because of the complex pathophysiology and the abundance of complex conservative interventions comprising multiple components, each affecting the effectiveness of the intervention. Evidence for how nodes (clustering of …
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Overweight and Obesity in Health Care Workers in Relation to Musculoskeletal Conditions and Weight Loss
<p>Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are the most prevalent occupational injuries in nursing home employees. Most of the research and interventions in the past 30 years have focused on teaching and training nursing home staff proper lifting and body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury. The …
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An Assessment of Patient-Centred Care in Patients with Chronic Musculoskeletal Conditions Attending Chiropractic Practice
… quality, particularly for patients with chronic conditions. Chiropractors frequently see patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions and the chiropractic profession is often described as patient-centred. <br/><br/>Objectives: To assess how patient-centred chiropractic care is for patients …
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Exploring factors that influence trust in non-standard stem cell therapies among patients with musculoskeletal conditions
… trust in nonstandard SCIs among patients with musculoskeletal disorders as well as their understanding of the role regulatory bodies play in ensuring safe and effective treatments. This understanding will be relevant to policy development and regulatory reform for innovative regenerative …
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An investigation of patients' expectations of outpatient physiotherapy for peripheral musculoskeletal conditions and their effect on treatment outcome
… survey of patients, with upper or lower limb musculoskeletal problems. Stage four consisted of a randomised-controlled trial aimed at determining whether manipulation of patients' expectations of benefit could influence treatment outcome in patients with non-traumatic knee problems.The results …
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Chiropractic students’ perception and practice of patient education on management of musculoskeletal conditions at a tertiary education teaching clinic
Dissertation submitted in partial compliance with the requirements for the Master’s Degree in Technology: Chiropractic at the Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa, 2022.
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Can a brief behavioural assessment and tailored exercise adherence strategies improve adherence to exercise for older people with musculoskeletal conditions?: A feasibility randomised controlled trial
… and effective treatment for older people with musculoskeletal conditions. However, its effectiveness may be limited by adherence or non-adherence to exercise programmes. It is important to develop an understanding of how clinicians can help people change their behaviour and adhere better to …
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An investigation into the nature and prevalence of musculoskeletal conditions among women attending a community clinic, and the effectiveness of an intervention programme for these patients
… exercise and health education for women with musculoskeletal conditions attending a clinic in a poorly resourced area of the Free State Province in South Africa. To inform the development of an appropriate intervention, several sub-studies were undertaken. Systematic reviews on the use of …
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Cervico-mandibular muscle activity in females with chronic cervical pain a descriptive, cross-sectional, correctional study
Chronic musculoskeletal conditions of the spine and periphery are a burden both internationally and in South Africa. There is a socio-economic burden as a consequence of the severity, duration and recurrence of chronic cervical musculoskeletal conditions among information technology and sedentary …
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Effect of Unilateral Lower-Limb Amputation on Intact Limb Biomechanics: A Systematic Review
… Studies have reported an increase in secondary musculoskeletal conditions among unilateral lower-limb amputees, particularly in the intact limb, indicating the need for additional research (Gailey et al., 2008). The purpose of this systematic review was to investigate the research regarding the …
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Evaluation of the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule II (WHO DAS II) - German Version
… functioning and disability in patients with musculoskeletal conditions, cardiovascular and general internal conditions, stroke, breast cancer and depressive disorder. Specific objectives are to assess its psychometric properties reliability (internal consistency, Cronbach's Alpha), validity …
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A NOVEL APPROACH TO THE TREATMENT OF CAUDAL HEEL PAIN USING EXTRACORPOREAL SHOCK WAVE THERAPY
… used in equine practice to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. The therapy has been used to treat caudal heel pain of the forelimbs, a common, chronic, degenerative condition that causes lameness. The objectives of this study were to characterize the use of ESWT among equine …
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Co-Developing Culturally Responsive Pre-Surgical Education for First Nation and Métis Hip and Knee Replacement Care in Saskatchewan
Background: Arthritis is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions and a leading cause of disability worldwide. Musculoskeletal conditions affected an estimated 27.8% of Canadians in 2017, with arthritis alone impacting approximately 20% (6 million) of the Canadian population in 2016. …
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Patient compliance to exercise prescription at the Victoria University osteopathic medicine clinic
… of adherence to PRA recovery from a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, and has shown non-compliance to home-based exercise programs reduces the probability of successful outcome for therapeutic intervention. No previous research has focused on compliance to prescription and methods of …
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Enhancing the Effectiveness and Availability of Orthoses by Additive Manufacturing
The health of the musculoskeletal system is critical for locomotion function, yet globally, approximately 1.71 billion people suffer from musculoskeletal conditions. Ankle inversion sprains are the most prevalent acute injuries, causing temporary mobility restrictions and long-term residual ankle …
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Discovering bioactive compounds for bone growth: the osteogenicity of marine organism-derived extracts
… treatment options for osteoporosis and other musculoskeletal conditions, helping to address their large healthcare burden and the limitations of current therapies. This study focused on screening for marine-organism derived osteogenic (promoting bone formation) activity, using extracts …
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The voices of adults with a learning disability and a carer on their orthopaedic and trauma hospital care in the UK
… disabilities have a greater prevalence of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries than the general population and these have significant impacts on wellbeing. Despite this, orthopaedic and trauma hospital care has not been investigated with this group who seldom have their voices heard or …
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Spirituality and Symptom Self Management of Osteoarthritis
… related quality of life, despite age related musculoskeletal conditions. The purpose of this study was to describe the relationships among symptom experience, symptom management, and symptom outcome based on spiritual well-being. A quantitative, descriptive, correlational, and …
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