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Thesis (Ph. D.)--Rutgers University, 2009. / "Graduate Program in Biomedical Engineering." Includes bibliographical references (p. 95-99).

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Rutgers University, 2007. / "Graduate Program in Biomedical Engineering." Includes bibliographical references (p. 72-75).

Thesis (MHSc--Health Science) -- AUT University, 2007. / Includes bibliographical references. Also held in print (x, 171 leaves. ; 30 cm.) in North Shore Campus Theses Collection (T 615.82 ROL)

Thesis (M.Sc.(Physiotherapy))--University of Pretoria, 2001. / Also available online.

Thesis (MPhyst. (Faculty of Health Sciences))--University of Pretoria, 2008. / Summary in English and Afrikaans. Includes bibliographical references.

Increased resting energy expenditure has been postulated to be one of the contributory factors in the development of cancer cachexia. Body composition and resting energy expenditure were evaluated in six male and seven female normal controls in order to validate methodology. Identical methods were then applied to seven male sarcoma patients with localized disease. Only the age and sex-matched group of controls were compared to the sarcoma patient group. All patients had received no prior cancer treatment. Body composition assessment included measurement of body fat using four-site skinfold measures. measurement of total body potassium (40K) as an indicator of body cell mass. and calculation of body surface area. Resting energy expenditure was measured by indirect calorimetry in an enclosed plexiglass hood and compared to predicted resting energy expenditure as determined by the Harris and Benedict formulae. Measured resting energy expenditure per unit body surface area was significantly increased in the sarcoma group: 1610.7 +/- 369.2 (sarcoma) vs. 1290.3 +/- 74.3 kcal/m²/day (controls), p<.05. Percent body cell mass was significantly decreased in the sarcoma group: 32.6 +/- 3.8% (sarcoma) vs. 39.8 +/- 3.7% (controls), p<.05. Predicted resting energy expenditure underestimated measured values by 42.1 +/-13.0% in the sarcoma group and 29.7 +/- 5.4% in the control group. Results of this study suggest that in otherwise asymptomatic cancer patients with metabolically active tumors, such as sarcomas, increased resting energy expenditure contributes to the onset of cancer cachexia prior to any signs of overt host depletion. / M.S.

Depression is a disabling mental disorder that has huge impacts on one’s life and is therefore considered a global health concern. Efforts to find the most effective treatments have led to the development of antidepressants and cognitive therapy treatments. However, exercise as a form of treatment for depression has been growing in popularity. Recently, Dance Movement Therapy has gained exposure as a possible form of exercise treatment. Therefore, in the current study, West African dance was studied in order to determine its effects on depression. It was hypothesized that West African dance would target and alleviate symptoms of depression as outlined on the Beck Depression Inventory. Participants were already enrolled in the dance class and the Beck Depression Inventory was administered to the participants. Results indicated that West African dance had a significant positive impact on depression by lowering overall depression scores and psychological depression scores. This study contributes to current literature by offering a unique form of dance with rhythmic drum beats that has not been studied before. Future research should be aimed at further establishing the efficacy of West African dance and the long-term effects it has on depression.

Introduction Tobacco addiction, obesity, hypertension and physical inactivity are common risk factors of non-communicable diseases. Information on the prevalence of risk factors is needed for inter alia planning of services. Sample A community-based sample of 99 subjects of both genders, aged 20 to 59 years, was randomly selected. Method Smoking status and physical activity levels were determined using a questionnaire. Hypertension (systolic blood pressure >160mmHg / diastolic blood pressure >90mmHg) and obesity (body mass index (8MI) >30kg/m2, waist-hip ratio (WHR) >1(males), >0.84 (females» were measured. Results Of the sample, 25% smoked, 6% were hypertensive, 19%(8MI) and 12%(WHR) were obese, 23% inactive at work and 25% inactive during leisure time. Seventy-eight percent did not participate in sport. Each subject had at least one risk factor. Conclusion Socio-economical, behavioural, psychological and cultural factors appear to influence the prevalence rates. Despite relatively low prevalence rates, high-¬risk groups were identified such as male smokers and obese females. Promoting physical activity by physiotherapists as part of comprehensive intervention programmes appears especially appropriate due to its inter-relationship with other risk factors. Prevention and treatment of risk factors should be a health priority. / Dissertation (MSc (Physiotherapy Management))--University of Pretoria, 2005. / Physiotherapy / unrestricted

Thesis (MPH.) -- University of Limpopo, 2022 / Background: The demand of providing physiotherapy services have increased due to the population growth, an increase in number of aging people, accidents and rising cases of chronic diseases. A sudden increase in number of patients seen by physiotherapists is worthwhile for exploration since overcrowding is a concern in many public hospital facilities in South Africa. The purpose for this study was to profile physiotherapy patients and barriers to obtaining optimal physiotherapy services at Nkensani Hospital. Methodology: A quantitative, cross- sectional study was conducted for profiling of physiotherapy patients and barriers to obtaining optimal physiotherapy services at Nkensani Hospital. A simple random sampling was used to sample 398 patients who were receiving physiotherapy services at Nkhensani Hospital. Data was collected using a designed questionnaire that was administered by the researcher to patients who were receiving physiotherapy services at Nkhensani hospital between November 2020 to February 2021. Data was analysed using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) version 25. Results: Approximately 46.3% of the participants were males and 53.7% were females. Majority of the participants had Primary education at 55.5%, followed by those who did not attend school at all, tertiary and secondary education level at 23.1%, 11.3% and 10.1% respectively. Most of the participants were unemployed at 81.2%. The patients who required Physiotherapy services were diagnosed with conditions related to Orthopaedic or Musculoskeletal at 52%, followed by Neurological, geriatric, paediatric and cardio/respiratory conditions at 27%, 13%, 7%and 1% respectively.The barriers to obtaining optimal physiotherapy services by patients were lack of family support, lack of support from friends, the use of traditional medicines, the costs of hiring a caregiver, affordability of services and affordability of transport to hospital. Conclusion: The study reveals that orthopaedic or musculoskeletal conditions are the most prevalent conditions. It is recommended that adequate community health education and intervention services be provided and made affordable and accessible to rural communities. Key concepts: Barrier, Physiotherapy services, Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy patients, Optimal.