Search for dissertations about: "mechanical back pain"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 swedish dissertations containing the words mechanical back pain.

2. 1. Deadlift training for patients with mechanical low back pain : a comparison of the effects of a high-load lifting exercise and individualized low-load motor control exercises

   Author : Lars Berglund; Ulrika Aasa; Peter Michaelson; Lillemor Lundin-Olsson; Ulrica Bergström; Hannu Luomajoki; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Low back pain; Motor control; Deadlift; Randomized controlled trial; Pain; Disability; Activity; sjukgymnastik; Physiotherapy;

   Abstract : Disability due to low back pain is common. While evidence exist that exercise is effective in reducing pain and disability, it is still largely undetermined which kind of exercises that are most effective. READ MORE

4. 2. Pelvic Girdle Pain and Lumbar Pain in relation to pregnancy

   Author : Annelie Gutke; Birgitta Öberg; Hans Christian Östgaard; Karin Harms-Ringdahl; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Pelvic girdle pain; lumbar pain; pregnancy; health; functioning; postpartum depressive symptoms; low back pain; muscle function; gait; pregnancy-related; low back pain; course; predictors; recovery; persistent; muscle endurance; Physiotherapy; Sjukgymnastik fysioterapi;

   Abstract : The prevalence of low back pain (LBP) is higher in pregnant women compared to women of the same age in a general population. Pregnancy-related LBP persists 6 years after pregnancy in 16% of women. Consequently, pregnancy represents a specific risk for LBP and persistent LBP. READ MORE

5. 3. Non-specific Low Back Pain - Classification and Treatment

   Author : Tom Petersen; Lund Ortopedi; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; revalidation; rehabilitation; Rehabilitering medicinsk och social ; kinesitherapy; Physical medicine; Physical Examination; Diagnosis; Outcome; Validity; Low Back Pain; Reliability; Classification;

   Abstract : The aims of this thesis were to investigate the effects of the Mc-Kenzie method of mechanical diagnosis and therapy compared with that of intensive dynamic strengthening training for patients with non-specific low back pain (NLBP), and to develop a clinical diagnostic classification system for use in primary care. The McKenzie method is one of the most common methods for examination and treatment of patients with NSLBP used by physiotherapists in the Western World. READ MORE

6. 4. Neuronal networks involved in low back pain; experimental studies

   Author : Elin Nilsson; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; low back pain; disc herniation; pyramidal tract; reticulospinal tract; longissimus muscle; nucleus pulposus; VPL; thalamus; rat; cat;

   Abstract : Low back pain is a common cause of disability, with a lifetime prevalence of up to 80%. A lumbar disc herniation, involving a bulging disc and/or leakage of the intervertebral disc’s nucleus pulposus, may be a possible cause of back and sciatic pain. Low back pain has also been associated with dysfunctional control of the paraspinal muscles. READ MORE

7. 5. A laboratory vehicle mock-up research work on truck driver’s selected seat position and posture : A mathematical model approach with respect to anthropometry, body landmark locations and discomfort

   Author : Kianoush Fatollahzadeh; Jan Forslin; Roland Kadefoers; KTH; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; truck driving; anthropometry; body landmarks; discomfort; sitting posture; Other industrial engineering and economics; Övrig industriell teknik och ekonomi;

   Abstract : Professional truck drivers are highly exposed to fatigue and work related injuries. Truck drivers are common victims of musculoskeletal disorders, frequently suffering from pain symptoms particularly in the neck, shoulder and lower back. This situation is believed to be a contributor to the high absenteeism in this job category. READ MORE