Search for dissertations about: "Score Physical Function Short"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 18 swedish dissertations containing the words Score Physical Function Short.

  2. 1. Knee function, Physical Activity and Perceived Health after Meniscectomy in the Middle-aged

    Author : Ylva Ericsson; Enheten för led- och mjukvävnadsforskning; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; physical activity; dGEMRIC; self efficacy of knee function; functional performance; muscle strength; meniscectomy; middle-aged; health-related quality of life; BMI; functional exercise;

    Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to explore the impact of meniscal injury and meniscectomy on joint and muscle function, physical activity and perceived health in middle-age subjects and to evaluate the effect of a functional exercise program. Male and female post meniscectomy patients participated in Studies I-IV (n=45 in Studies I-III, n=99 in Study IV) and Study IV also included 94 controls. READ MORE

  4. 2. Physical function, physical activity and quality of life in systemic sclerosis

    Author : Henrik Pettersson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Background and aims. Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a multisystem rheumatic disease characterized by fibrosis, vasculopathy and immune system activation. READ MORE

  5. 3. Studies related to bone mass in patients with cystic fibrosis

    Author : Eva Gronowitz; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : DXA; infection; lung function; parathyroid hormone; physical activity; vitamin D; ; pQCT; UVB;

    Abstract : Cystic fibrosis is the most common genetic disease that causes respiratory failure and earlydeath. The lifespan of these patients has gradually increased due to improved generaltreatment, but concurrent with this, new complications have emerged, and changes in bonemineral density (BMD) have been stressed as a major problem. READ MORE

  6. 4. Women with Primary Sjögren´s Syndrome Assessment and Treatment A Physiotherapeutic Perspective

    Author : Britta Strömbeck; Människan i rörelse: hälsa och rehabilitering; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; reliability; validity; exercise; physiotherapy; Skeleton; muscle system; rheumatology locomotion; Skelett; muskelsystem; reumatologi; Rehabilitering medicinsk och social ; rehabilitation; revalidation; Physical medicine; kinesitherapy; ProF; fatigue; physical capacity; health-related quality of life; pain; Sjögren´s syndrome;

    Abstract : Primary Sjögren´s syndrome (primary SS) is a systemic autoimmune rheumatic disease characterized by lymphocytic infiltrations in the exocrine glands leading to classic dryness complaints such as dry eyes and dry mouth. Non-exocrine complaints also occur, e.g. fatigue, myalgia and arthralgia, as well as disturbed mood. READ MORE

  7. 5. Web-based studies of lifestyle factors and immune function

    Author : Elinor Fondell; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), is estimated to cost $40 billion per year in the US, not including the cost of influenza, and is the most common reason for seeking primary care in many countries. Despite this, little is known about how to decrease susceptibility. READ MORE