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The immediate effect of manipulation in chronic ankle instability syndrome in terms of objective clinical findings

Lindsey-Renton, Catriona (2005)

Damage to the proprioceptive organs, as well as lack of proprioceptive retraining, after an inversion ankle sprain, has been shown to contribute to the problem of recurring ankle joint injuries, which has the highest ...
The immediate effect of manipulation of selected cervical spinal segments on the peak torque of the rotator cuff muscles in asymptomatic patients with and without a mechanical cervical spine dysfunction

Dixon, Tamsyn Louise (2005)

Although studies of manipulation-induced peripheral changes in the muscles have been done, inconsistencies noted by the author’s call for further investigation into the reflex effects of manipulation. Additionally, according ...
The immediate effect of sacroiliac manipulation on hip strength in patients suffering from chronic sacroiliac syndrome

Matkovich, Grant (2004)

The aim of this investigation was to investigate whether an immediate objective increase in hip strength was observed after an ipsilateral sacroiliac manipulation in patients suffering from chronic sacroiliac syndrome. The ...
The immediate effect of sham laser and three different spinal manipulative protocols on kicking speed in soccer players

Deutschmann, Kyle Colin (2011)

Background: In terms of kicking speed the instep kicking technique is the most effective and commonly used method. Immobilization or restricted motion within a joint segment, results in adverse changes in the surrounding ...
The immediate effect of spinal manipulative therapy on club head velocity in amateur golfers suffering from mechanical low back pain

Jermyn, Gareth John (2004)

Background: Back pain among the golfing population is considered endemic as it has been recommended to golfers that they should attempt to use a state of maximal spinal rotation in their golf swing in order to achieve ...
The immediate effect of thoraco-lumbar spinal manipulation compared to lower lumbar spinal manipulation on core muscle endurance and activity in patients with mechanical low back pain

Murray, Stuart M. (2009)

Through the literature review it has become apparent that low back pain is a very real problem in most societies. It has been suggested that there is enough evidence to prove the relationship between low back pain and local ...
Immune modulatory effect of Dichrostachys cinerea, Carpobrotus dimidiatus, Capparis tomentosa and Leonotis leonurus

Hurinanthan, Vashka (2009)

Dichrostachys cinerea, Carpobrotus dimidiatus, Capparis tomentosa and Leonotis leonurus are all plants that are indigenous to South Africa. These plants are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. However, ...
Immunomodulatory activities of non-commercialized leafy vegetables in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Padayachee, Berushka (2012)

Immunomodulation using plants is of primary interest in scientific communities because it provides an alternative to conventional chemotherapy for a wide range of diseases. It is based on the ability of the plants to ...
The impact of amalgamation on human resources practice in eThekwini municipality

Madondo, Siphiwe E. (2008)

The amalgamation of municipalities came into effect as a legislative requirement brought about a number of challenges for the local government. One such major challenge relates to the impact that these amalgamations ...
The impact of a piece rate incentive scheme on employee output at a selected automotive company

Walsh, Anthony (2005)

This study encompasses the triangulation of research methods in order to determine the impact of a piece rate incentive scheme on employee output within the South African context. The existing body of knowledge tends to ...
The impact of communication on customer relationship marketing among cellular service providers

Poovalingam, Kasthuri; Veerasamy, Dayaneethie (2007)

This article examines how communication is currently being employed in the cellular industry to improve service to customers in an attempt t o establish a long-term relationship with them. It does so by analyzing ...
The impact of English as medium of instruction on the academic performance of second language learners in the Further Education and Traning band at schools in KwaZulu-Natal

Dorasamy, Rajendren Sabapathy (2012-09-03)

This study, in adopting a phenomenological approach, provides an overview of the contextual realities surrounding language choice and usage as it impacts on the academic performance of English second language learners. ...
The impact of pricing of raw water on cost of treatment and ultimately on the cost of potable water

Otieno, Frederick Alfred O.; Dzwairo, Bloodless (2012-11-19)

The Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (DWAF) sells raw water to water boards, generally at a fixed price determined annually. The cost of this water does generally not take into account the quality that the water ...
The impact of socio-cultural factors on blended learning in the development of academic literacy in a tertiary vocational context

Gutteridge, Robert Geoffrey (2009)

This study investigated key factors impacting on blended learning delivery with particular focus on socio-cultural and human-computer-interface issues, in the hope that the outcome of this enquiry might contribute positively ...
The impact of strategy change on morale, performance and commitment

Mekgoe, Naome (2008)

Strategic change within an organisation is inevitable. Due to the competitive global landscape, organisations have to continuously adapt their strategies to remain in the market. Strategy change is most often met with ...
The impact of the digital divide on information literacy training of Extended Curriculum Programme students at the Durban University of Technology

Naidoo, Segarani (2011)

This study investigated the impact of the digital divide on information literacy (IL) training of Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) students at the Durban University of Technology (DUT). There are students entering the ...
The impact of the implementation of change management processes on staff turnover at Telkom SA

Naidu, Gonaseelan (2008)

Telkom SA, over the last decade and a half, has undergone major change in terms of the manner in which it does business. From being a state-owned company to becoming a para-statal, to being run by foreigners and, finally, ...
The impact of tourists' perceptions of safety and security on tourism marketing of Mpumalanga

Mopeli, Mantseo Juliet (2009)

Generally the study intends to determine the perception of tourists on the issues of safety and security during their visit to Mpumalanga. In particular, the study will firstly aim to ascertain whether visitors to Mpumalanga ...
The importance of integrating quality practices into strategic management

Sukdeo, Nita (2009)

Over the past ten years, intense global competition, changing customer needs and the changing business environment have forced many organisations to examine their organisational goals and to re-evaluate how to meet their ...
Improvement of thermostability of a fungal xylanase using error-prone polymerase chain reaction (EpPCR)

Pillay, Sarveshni (2007)

Interest in xylanases from different microbial sources has increased markedly in the past decade, in part because of the application of these enzymes in a number of industries, the main area being the pulp and paper industry. ...

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