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Browsing Theses and dissertations (Health Sciences) by Author "Korporaal, Charmaine Maria"

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The attitudes of chiropractic students towards research at Durban University of Technology

Rieder, Ryan (2010)

Background: The aim of this study was to determine the attitudes of Chiropractic students towards research at Durban University of Technology (DUT). The Chiropractic profession has made significant progress with regard ...
A case-control study investigating factors associated with neck pain in the indigenous African population in the greater Durban area

Ndlovu, Prisca Zandile (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%) ...
Chiropractors' inter- and intra-examiner reliability of cervical spine radiographic analysis and its impact on clinical management

Marais, Carla (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 ...
The clinical effectiveness of therapeutic exercises alone and in combination with orthotic bracing in the treatment of lateral epicondylalgia

Flanders, Megan (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 ...
The effect of a single versus multiple cervical spine manipulations on peak torque of the rotator cuff muscles in asymptomatic subjects with cervical spine fixation

Blakeney, Carmen (2009)

Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the effect of a single versus multiple cervical spine manipulations, over a two week period, on peak torque of the rotator cuff muscles utilizing the Cybex Orthotron II Isokinetic ...
The efficacy of therapeutic faradic stimulation in patients with myofascial pain syndrome of the trapezius and levator scapula musculature

Bedell-Sivright, Hayley Anne (2005)

The purpose of this study was to determine the efficacy of Therapeutic Faradic Stimulation in patients with Myofascial Pain Syndrome of theTrapezius and Levator Scapula musculature. This study was a quantitative pilot ...
An epidemiological investigation into the risk factors associated with neck pain in the Indian population in the greater Durban area

Muchna, Julie Miroslava (2011)

Background: Previous investigations on the epidemiology of neck pain in South Africa were limited to the White and Black populations to the exclusion of Indians. Thus the purpose of this study was to create a profile ...
An epidemiological investigation of low back pain in the white population of the greater eThekwini metropolitan area

Dyer, Brinique Ann (2012)

Background: Previous investigations on the epidemiology of low back pain (LBP) in South Africa where limited to black, indian and coloured populations to the exclusion of whites. Thus the aim of this study was to determine ...
An epidemiological investigation of neck pain in the white population in the greater Durban area

Slabbert, Warren Neville (2010)

The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of and risk factors for neck pain in the white population in the greater Durban area. The rational for this study was that there have been few epidemiological studies ...
An investigation into performance related musculoskeletal disorders of professional orchestral string musicians in South Africa

Hohls, Quinton Rolf (2010)

Background: Professional orchestral string musicians are exposed to many physical and psychological stressors due to demands placed on them from playing their instruments. The prevalence of performance-related musculoskeletal ...
An investigation into the knowledge and perception of rugby coaches in the greater Durban area with regards to chiropractic and other sports medical personnel

Butt, Charlton Kenneth (2008)

Introduction: One of the most important responsibilities of a rugby coach towards players is that of injury prevention and advice. Often these responsibilities fall solely on the coach, but sometimes he has the benefit of ...
An investigation into the prevalence and risk factors of occupational musculoskeletal injuries in firefighters in the Durban Metropolitan Fire Department

Albert, Dhimunthree (2009)

Occupational injuries sustained by Emergency Rescue Care workers have been well documented. However, despite their high rates of injury, the literature regarding the risk factors for work-related musculoskeletal injuries ...
An investigation into the relationship of myofascial trigger points in the head and neck region in association with temporomandibular joint dysfunction

Seagreen, Michelle Elizabeth (2009)

Introduction: The aetiology of Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJD) is not fully understood and the treatment of TMJD is controversial. Most treatment plans are based on postulated aetiology. Treatment plans currently ...
An investigation into the relative effectiveness of Transeva and spinal manipulative therapy for mechanical low back pain

Marshall, Caryn Natalie (2009)

The aim of this study was to investigate the relative effectiveness of Transeva and spinal manipulative therapy for mechanical low back pain. The objectives evaluated the effectiveness of only administering Transeva therapy ...
The knowledge and perception of second and third year medical students at The Nelson Mandela School of Medicine towards chiropractic

Maharajh, Sarvesh (2010)

Background: Many previous South African studies exploring the relationship between the public, chiropractic and other health care professionals have indicated a poor level of knowledge and perception between the researched ...
The knowledge and perceptions of provincial and national Health Portfolio Committee members of South Africa regarding the chiropractic profession

Maharaj, Praveena (2009)

Aim: The aim of this study was to establish the relationship between demographics of honourable members, their level of knowledge of and the perceptions of the chiropractic profession. Methods: A questionnaire-based ...
Knowledge, perception and utilisation of chiropractic by National Olympic Committees

Labuschagne, Kerry (2009)

Introduction: National Olympic Committees (NOCs) select medical personnel to support their athletes at the Olympic Games. To best support athletes the knowledge, perception and utilisation of all medical professions is ...
The perception, knowledge and utilization of the chiropractic profession amongst Durban University of Technology students

Ralekwa, Melvin Ikobeng (2010)

Objectives: To investigate the perception, knowledge and utilization of chiropractic profession by Durban University of Technology students. Methods: One thousand quantitative questionnaires were handed to students during ...
The perception of veterinarians towards chiropractic and the chiropractic treatment of animals in South Africa

Taverner, Charles Bryce (2011)

Introduction: The chiropractic treatment of animals has been integrated into the veterinary health care systems of various countries outside of South Africa. While South Africa has seen the integration of the chiropractic ...
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 ...

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