Search for dissertations about: "Eva Brogren"

Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words Eva Brogren.

2. 1. Postural adjustments in sitting position : effect of development, training and brain lesions

   Author : Eva Brogren; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : postural adjustments; development; training; cerebral palsy; preterm birth; brain lesions;

   Abstract : The aim of the present study was to investigate the development of postural adjustments, and how this development could be affected by daily training and early brain lesions. To this end postural adjustments were assessed by means of multiple surface EMGs of neck, trunk and leg muscles and kinematics in various well documented groups of children. READ MORE

4. 2. Experiences of standing in standing devices : voices from adults, children and their parents

   Author : Birgitta Nordström; Eva Brogren Carlberg; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Physiotherapy; Sjukgymnastik;

   Abstract : Studies concerning standing in standing devices have mainly focused on the biological effects of standing on the body, such as preventing bone loss, increasing or maintaining ankle dorsiflexion, improving bone density and reducing spasticity. Little is known about the psychosocial dimensions of standing. READ MORE