Search for dissertations about: "foot impact"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 26 swedish dissertations containing the words foot impact.

  2. 6. Living with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

    Author : Britta Berglund; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Ehlers-Danlos syndrome EDS ; functional health status; joint hypermobility; chronic pain; foot pain; skin disorders; connective tissue; acceptance of disability; sense of coherence.;

    Abstract : This thesis focuses on how individuals with the Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), an inherited connective-tissue disorder, experience and describe their daily lives with focus on physical and psychosocial problems. The syndrome primarily affects the skin, ligaments, joints and blood vessels and the symptoms in EDS vary from mild to more severe forms. READ MORE

  4. 7. Ankle sprain : subjective and objective measures of functional impairment and treatment

    Author : Johan Leanderson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Ankle sprain; epidemiology; postural sway; muscle torque; muscle imbalance; proprioception; joint position sense; figure-of-eight running; sick leave; ankle brace treatment; functional instability; basketball; ballet; soccer; taping; Sickness Impact;

    Abstract : This thesis is based upon a series of studies were performed in order to provide more information about the etiology of late symptoms after ankle sprain, most often referred to as functional instability of the ankle joint. In a retrospective study of basketball players, the incidence of ankle sprains and the prevalence of late symptoms after such an injury were investigated. READ MORE

  5. 8. The rheumatoid forefoot : surgical treatment and epidemiological aspects

    Author : Lollo Gröndal; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Rheumatoid forefoot surgery - Arthrodesis of MTP 1 - Arthrodesis versus resection in MTP 1 - Rheumatoid forefoot prevalence - load distribution and time-and distance parameters in rheumatoid arthritis;

    Abstract : Background: The forefoot is frequently involved in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) resulting in a painful, handicapping deformity. The prevalence stated has long been based on a study from 1956. READ MORE

  6. 9. Evaluation of Swedish Ice Cleat Distribution Programs : From Program Design to Ice Cleat Use

    Author : Robin Holmberg; Carl Bonander; Johanna Gustavsson; Mikael Svensson; Agneta Larsson; Karlstads universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; program evaluation; ice cleats; anti-slip devices; usage rates; older adults; Risk and Environmental Studies; Risk- och miljöstudier;

    Abstract : Winter conditions, characterized by snow and lowered temperatures, can make travel by foot difficult. Older adults aged 65 and above are especially at risk of slipping and falling on icy or snowy surfaces. Minor falls can result in severe injuries due to their frailty. READ MORE

  7. 10. Crossing the line – Tracking transboundary diseases in trade and across international borders in Zambia and Tanzania

    Author : Sara Lysholm; Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet; Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet; []
    Keywords : LANTBRUKSVETENSKAPER; AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Transboundary diseases in small ruminants constitute a threat to health, livelihoods and society in Zambia and Tanzania. Animal trade and movement, both of which tend to increase close to international borders, are known drivers of disease spread. This thesis was guided by three overarching aims. READ MORE