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The perceptions and management of ADD/ADHD by homoeopathic practitioners in KwaZulu-Natal

Medina, Megan (2012-08-27)

INTRODUCTION Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD) is a multifactorial and clinically heterogeneous disorder that is associated with tremendous financial burden, stress to families and adverse academic and ...
Perceptions of homoeopathy graduates of Durban University of Technology (previously Technikon Natal) with regard to research as a component of the degree

Govender, Yamantha (2009)

Anecdotal evidence suggests that students perceive the research component of the Master’s Degree in Technology: Homoeopathy (M.Tech: Homoeopathy) qualification at Durban University of Technology (DUT) in a negative light, ...
The perceptions of selected stakeholders on the integration of chiropractic into the KwaZulu-Natal healthcare system

Wise, Ivan Robin (2010)

Background: Chiropractic in South Africa seems to be gaining acceptance by medicine with increased recognition from the private healthcare sector. This trend is reflected by the recognition of private healthcare providers ...
The perceptions of South African chiropractors, regarding their professional identity

Keyter, Karin (2010)

It is well documented that the chiropractic profession has been searching for a unified professional identity. Acknowledging this need for a professional identity relevant to the public, the World Federation of ...
Perceptions of the professionalization of dental technology

Skea, Denise Angela (2010)

This study investigates the perceptions of dentists, dental technicians and dental patients with regard to the professionalization of dental technology as it is currently constituted in South Africa. The origin of dental ...
Perceptions of Zambian dentists and dental technicians in respect of dental technical services

Mukena, Martha Mutinta (2010)

This study is an evaluation of the perceptions of Zambian dental technicians and dentists of the dental technological services offered in Zambia. Zambia is a small nation (land size of 752,614km²) with a population of ...
Perceptions on the addition of clinical practice to the dental technology curriculum

Mqadi, Nonhlanhla Precious (2009)

The Dental Technology profession in South Africa is currently undergoing a possible role transformation. In the past, Dental Technicians were restricted to laboratory work only and were not permitted to have direct contact ...
The period prevalence of congenital cervical spine anomalies and the association between the congenital anomalies with the subject's presenting clinical features

Ganasram, Anesha (2006)

This research study was designed in the form of a quantitative, non-experimental, empirical clinical survey. Objectives: 1) To determine the period prevalence (1 January 1997 – 31 December 2004) of congenital cervical ...
The period prevalence of congenital thoracic and lumbar spine anomalies and the association between the literature reported clinical features of these anomalies with the subject's presenting clinical features

Pillay, Amashnee (2007)

Background: Various congenital spinal anomalies are common findings in the general population. Their clinical significance is controversial with no definitive association been made between any specific congenital spinal ...
A pilot controlled trial to determine the effectiveness of instrument manipulation in the management of symptomatic canine hip dysplasia

Meuwese, Tamara Gien (2005)

The paucity of clinical research into the cause of canine hip dysplasia, efficacy and effects of the different treatment protocols available for the management of symptoms, as well as the differing presentations, has led ...
A placebo controlled study determining the effectiveness of a homoeopathic complex (Caladium seguinum 30CH, Nux vomica 30CH, and Staphysagria delphinium 30CH) as compared with homoeopathic similimum treatment in the management of tobacco addiction

Lutchman-Maharaj, Sapna (2005)

A sudden decrease in the use of nicotine containing products, which was used daily for at least several weeks, can cause Nicotine Withdrawal Syndrome (American Psychiatric Association, 1994: 244). The mental symptoms of ...
A pragmatic clinical investigation of the comparative effectiveness of ischaemic compression and cryo-ischaemic compression in the treatment of rhomboid myofascial pain syndrome

Sookraj, Sholini (2005)

The purpose of this study was to determine the comparative effectiveness of cryo-ischaemic compression, using the Cold Tennis-ball Technique, and ischaemic compression, using normal tennis balls, in the treatment of ...
The prediction of pulmonary arterial hypertension documented by echocardiography in patients with dilated cardiomyopathy at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital

Naidoo, Krinesh (2011)

Background: Idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy (IDC) is a primary myocardial disease of unknown cause characterized by left ventricular or biventricular dilatation and impaired myocardial contractility. Idiopathic dilated ...
The predictive value of pro brain natriuretic peptide (ProBNP) levels to determine the presence and severity of coronary artery disease in patients with a positive or inconclusive exercise stress test

Naidoo, Nivashni (2010)

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the major causes of premature deaths worldwide. In South Africa, approximately 195 people die from cardiovascular diseases each day. The earlier coronary artery disease (CAD) is ...
Preparedness of South African non-governmental organization relief teams for international earthquake response : a case study of the 2010 Haiti earthquake response

Du Randt, Shannon (2011)

Earthquakes are the most frequently occurring natural disaster around the world and it is associated with a large outpouring of humanitarian assistance from the world. Existing models for humanitarian non-governmental ...
Preparedness required for ensuring best coordinated use of international urban search and rescue assistance by earthquake affected countries

Morris, Brendon (2007)

Strong earthquakes are frequent catastrophic disasters occurring worldwide and often lead to structural collapse of buildings. Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) is the specialised process of locating, extricating and providing ...
The presence and extent of quadriceps femoris weakness in individuals with patellofemoral pain syndrome

Clifton, Stuart Ronald (2003)

The purpose of the investigation was to evaluate the presence and extent of Quadriceps Femoris weakness in subjects with patellofemoral pain syndrome by the use of an isokinetic dynamometer.
The prevalence and associated risk factors of low back pain in an automotive production company

Raad, Tarnia (2012-08-17)

Objectives: To determine the prevalence and associated risk factors of low back pain (LBP) in an automotive production company, evaluating the relationship between selected risk factors, type of occupational activity and ...
The prevalence and clinical presentation of fibularis myofascial trigger points in the assessment and treatment of inversion ankle sprains

Van der Toorn, Ingrid (2007)

Ankle sprains account for 85% of all injuries to the ankle (Garrick, 1997). Inversion sprains result from a twisting of a weight-bearing foot into a plantarflexed and inverted position leading to lateral ankle ligament ...
The prevalence and factors associated with occupational overuse syndrome in the hands and wrists of chiropractors in South Africa

Mathews, Michael (2006)

The aim was to evaluate the prevalence of hand and wrist pain, as well as the relationships between occupational overuse syndromes in the hands and wrists of chiropractors in South Africa as a result of their daily use of ...

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