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Racial integration and dynamics amongst occupational therapy students at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.
(2014)Post democracy lecture venues within the Discipline of Occupational Therapy and campus at the University of KwaZulu-Natal display racial clustering where homogenous racial groups self-segregate and sit amongst those that ... -
A randomised controlled trial to assess the effect of a balance and stability training intervention on balance and functional independence in stroke patients.
(2012)Introduction: Balance dysfunction, particularly in standing, is a devastating sequel to stroke since the ability to balance is one of the most critical motor control factors in daily life. Physiotherapists use a variety ... -
Recruitment and retention of optometrists in the public sector of KwaZulu-Natal.
Introduction With Africa sharing just under a quarter of the world’s disease burden, there is a limited and disparate distribution of health workers to meet this challenge. In public sector optometry, the situation is no ... -
Refractive errors, visual impairment and utilization of spectacles among primary school children in Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria.
(2018)Aim: To establish the visual status and utilization of spectacles among primary school children in Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria. Methods: A stratified random cluster sampling procedure was used to select children aged ... -
Respiratory tract symptoms in multi-day trail runners - a focus on allergy.
(2012)Introduction: Respiratory tract symptoms (RTS), common in athletes during heavy training and after events, result in impaired readiness for events and race times. Since the 1980’s exercise immunologists have investigated ... -
A retrospective analysis of subjects who have approved gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) from a private medical aid fund.
(2006)Abstract not available. -
A retrospective comparison of broad spectrum and pathogen-directed antimicrobial treatment of acute respiratory distress syndrome in HIV/AIDS patients.
(2017)Globally, HIV (Human Immunodeficiency virus) prevalence is highest in Sub-Saharan Africa (WHO, 2015). Acute respiratory failure is the leading cause for admission and mortality in the ICU (Intensive Care Unit) for HIV ... -
Role of massage and stretching in recovery from exercise and in delayed onset muscle soreness.
(1997)Adequate recovery from intense exercise is essential to optimise performance and reduce the associated symptoms of tiredness, fatigue and lethargy. The purpose of the study was to :- i. investigate the effects of massage ... -
The role of the department of sport and recreation in the provision and delivery of sport and recreation in KwaZulu-Natal.
(2013)The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sports and Recreation is mandated to provide and deliver sport and recreation in the province, which is done in collaboration with a number of stakeholders. These include the sports federations, ... -
Salivary biomarkers of mucosal immunity and sympathetic activation in children : effects of body composition, cardio-respiratory fitness and exercise.
(2012)Worldwide, overweight/obesity and associated chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, have reached epidemic proportions. Statistics show that overweight/obesity and chronic disease is prevalent amongst adults and children ... -
Schirmer tear test 2 and tear break-up time values in a South African young black adult population.
(2012)Aim: The aim of this study was to establish normal values for Schirmer tear test (version 2) and tear break up time (TBUT) in a South African young adult Black population. Method: Following ethical approval by the biomedical ... -
Sex differences in the Kinetics of immune reconstitution under antiretroviral therapy.
(2017)The human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) remains a global health threat and is increasingly becoming a female epidemic due to gender inequalities. The introduction of antiretroviral therapy (ART) has greatly increased ... -
The short-term effects of a sports stacking intervention on the cognitive and perceptual motor functioning in geriatrics.
(2016)Introduction: Sport stacking has been shown to improve cognitive and motor functioning, such as reaction time and hand eye coordination, through studies conducted on children in grades two and three but limited research ... -
Solid phase peptide synthesis: new resin and new protecting group.
(2018)Solid phase peptide synthesis is the common approach used today in synthesizing peptides in a research scale and production. Success in this approach are governed by several factors. These are; (1) the solid support on ... -
Some pharmacological properties of Harpagophytum procumbens DC [Pedaliaceae] secondary root extract
(2004)Abstract available on PDF file. -
Studies on molluscicidal properties of some South African medicinal plants used in the control of schistosomiasis in KwaZulu-Natal.
(2002)Schistosomiasis is an important public health issue for rural communities located near,or around slow moving water bodies in the tropical and subtropical areas. Successful control of the disease involves multifaceted ... -
Studies on some pharmacological properties of Capsicum frutescens-driven capsaicin in experimental animal models.
(2012)The present study investigated pharmacological properties of Capsicum frutescens-derived capsaicin, including its analgesic, anti-inflammatory and coagulatory properties. The effects of capsaicin on gastrointestinal and ... -
A study of the relationship between the pharmacokinetics and the pharmacodynamics of atenolol in black and white subjects using an effect modelling technique.
(1991)Abstract is available in PDF file. -
A study to determine the practices, attitudes and experiences of public sector physiotherapists and occupational therapists in the post operative rehabilitation of flexor tendons of the hand.
(2013)The management of flexor tendon injuries in the hand is complex and requires skill not only on the part of the surgeon but also the rehabilitation therapists and compliance on the part of the patient. Anecdotally it is ... -
A study to determine the prevalence of signs and symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome and de quervains tenosynovitis in garment workers in the eThekwini district of KwaZulu-Natal.
(2012)Introduction: Garment work is repetitive and detailed and requires constant use of the hands. It is no surprise that garment workers are at high risk for developing repetitive strain injuries (RSI’s) (MFL Occupational ...