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Case based learning in the undergraduate nursing programme at a University of Technology : a case study
(2015-03)Background The current health care system in South Africa and its diverse settings of health care delivery system require a nurse who can make decisions, think critically, solve problems and work effectively in a team. ... -
A case-control study investigating factors associated with neck pain in the indigenous African population in the greater Durban area
(2006)Neck pain is a common complaint and a common source of disability in the general population with a point prevalence of nearly 13%. Reports indicate that industry related neck disorders (lifetime incidence of nearly 50%) ... -
Causes and effect of student nurses absenteeism at the KwaZulu-Natal College of Nursing
(2015-05)INTRODUCTION A four-year diploma nursing programme undertaken by the KwaZulu-Natal College of Nursing provides training to students to become professional nurses. However, it has been noted that absenteeism of student ... -
A characterisation of the thermal curing- and mechanical properties of polymethylmethacrylate / hydroxyapatite composites
(2013-10-31)Aim The aim of this study was to investigate the changes in exothermic polymerisation characteristics and a range of mechanical properties in PMMA/HA composites (of varying HA concentrations) against a control sample of ... -
The childbirth experience amongst women from diverse spiritual backgrounds :|ban exploratory study at public hospitals in the uMgungundlovu District of KwaZulu-Natal
(2016)Introduction Through centuries the birth of a baby has been considered as a deeply felt spiritual experience. Childbirth is not merely a physiological experience; it also embraces social, emotional, psychological, spiritual ... -
Chiropractic and public health : a study on the perceptions and attitudes of chiropractors on health promotion and disease prevention in South Africa
(2014-04-08)Background: Considering the quadruple burden of disease and chronic shortages of health care professionals in South Africa, the stance of the chiropractic profession on public health (PH) matters has not been established. ... -
Chiropractic care in association with a wellness approach for the treatment of mechanical low back pain
(1997)This study was done in order to compare the effectiveness of chiropractic treatment in association with a wellness approach, to chiropractic treatment without a wellness approach in the management of Mechanical Low Back ... -
Chiropractic management of primary dysmenorrhea
(1996)The purpose of this investigation was to determine the efficacy of chiropractic treatment in the management of primary dysmenorrhea. The sample consisted of 30 patients who were randomly assigned to 2 groups, the control ... -
Chiropractic patients in South Africa : a demographic and descriptive profile
(2007)To establish the profile of the typical patient presenting to private chiropractors in South Africa, in terms of: demographic data; characteristics of the presenting complaint; the knowledge levels of patients on the scope ... -
Chiropractors' inter- and intra-examiner reliability of cervical spine radiographic analysis and its impact on clinical management
(2011)BACKGROUND: Plain film radiography is the most common imaging technique requested by chiropractors to assist in the management of patients with musculoskeletal complaints. There is a paucity literature indicating that ... -
A clinical audit of registered homoeopathic practitioners in KwaZulu-Natal
(2003)From the world wide sales of homeopathic products for 1997, which were estimated to be $1.15 billion homeopathy is growing and becoming an important aspect of healthcare. In South Africa homeopathy is relatively new and ... -
A clinical audit of the Durban University of Technology homoeopathic satellite clinic established at Ukuba Nesibindi
(2010)In collaboration with Lifeline, Durban University of Technology (DUT) established its first satellite homoeopathic community clinic; Ukuba Nesibindi Homoeopathic Clinic (UNHC). UNHC provides a free homoeopathic primary ... -
A clinical audit of the implementation of the tuberculosis screening tool amongst clients who are on anti-retroviral therapy in the eThekwini local municipality clinics
(2014-10-08)Background : Tuberculosis (TB) is a global public health concern and is identified as the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the population infected with Human Immune Deficiency Virus (HIV). South Africa (SA), ... -
Clinical decision making by paramedics in emergency rapid sequence intubation
(2008)Paramedic clinical decision making (CDM) surrounding emergency airway management of the critically ill or injured patient in the pre-hospital environment is poorly understood. In order to deliver pre-hospital care ... -
Clinical decision making by South African paramedics in the management of acute traumatic pain
(2013-04-25)Background In the emergency setting, the onus is on the individual practitioner’s ability to make critical decisions at critical moments in order to provide the best level of care to their patient. In order to ensure ... -
The clinical effectiveness of therapeutic exercises alone and in combination with orthotic bracing in the treatment of lateral epicondylalgia
(2012)Lateral epicondylalgia (L.E) is a common diagnosis in elbow pathology. The aetiology is poorly understood but it is generally accepted to be as a result of repetitive microtrauma, affecting the proximal end of the extensor ... -
A clinical evaluation of hip joint functional ability after sacroiliac joint manipulation in patients with sacroiliac joint syndrome
(2005)The differential diagnosis of back and leg pain should include sacroiliac joint disease as the prevalence of sacroiliac joint pain appears to range from 13%-30%, thus making the sacroiliac joint a significant source of ... -
A clinical investigation into the effect of spinal manipulative therapy on chronic idiopathic constipation in adults
(2006)Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC) is a common patient complaint (Browning 1999) and as such is defined as : “Constipation” being the infrequent or difficult evacuation of faeces, “idiopathic”, denoting the condition ... -
The clinical responsiveness of motion palpation as a post-manipulation diagnostic tool in patients with chronic ankle instability syndrome
(2011)Introduction: Motion palpation is a commonly utilised clinical assessment tool of joint fixations. Most research surrounding motion palpation discusses inter and/or intra-examiner reliability as a pre-treatment tool. ... -
A clinically controlled study investigating the effect of dry needling muscle tissue in asymptomatic subjects with respect to post-needling soreness
(2006)Myofascial pain syndrome is the second most common reason patients seek the help of health care workers. It costs billions of dollars each year in lost revenue due to loss of productivity and other costs. The treatment ...