Search for dissertations about: "physiotherapy acupuncture"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 swedish dissertations containing the words physiotherapy acupuncture.

2. 1. Acupuncture - effects on muscle blood flow and aspects of treatment in the clinicla context

   Author : Margareta Sandberg; Björn Gerdle; Lars-Goran Lindberg; Thomas List; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Acupuncture; muscle blood flow; non-invasive; photoplethysmography; fibromyalgia; pain; postmenopausal symptoms; psychological distress; Physiotherapy; Sjukgymnastik fysioterapi;

   Abstract : The overall aim of this thesis was to elucidate and investigate psychophysiological aspects and effects of acupuncture and needle stimulation. Within this framework emphasis was directed toward the effects of needle stimulation (acupuncture) on muscle blood flow in the tibialis anterior and trapezius muscles in healthy subjects and patients suffering from chronic muscle pain. READ MORE

4. 2. Pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain management Tailored physiotherapy treatment strategies anchored in women's experiences and expectations

   Author : Annika Svahn Ekdahl; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Physiotherapy; Pregnancy; Pelvic girdle pain; Women’s health; Acupuncture; TENS; Phenomenology;

   Abstract : Introduction: Pregnancy-related pelvic pain (PGP) affects over half of all pregnant women. This pain can significantly impact daily activities and limit the ability to move freely, leading to reduced physical activity, which negatively impacts overall health. READ MORE

5. 3. Striving for control and acceptance to feel well : experiences of living with migraine and attending physical therapy

   Author : Stina Rutberg; Ann Öhman; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Physiotherapy; Sjukgymnastik;

   Abstract : The overall aim of this doctoral thesis was to describe and develop an understanding ofpersons’ experiences of living with migraine and managing their lives to feel well, andto elucidate their experiences of physical therapy. Qualitative, narrative interviews (IIV)were conducted with individuals to explore and describe their experiences ofliving with migraine. READ MORE

6. 4. Exercise and Functional Performance in Middle-aged Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis

   Author : Carina Thorstensson; Ewa Roos; Ingemar Peterson; Tore Saxne; Lennart Jacobsson; Paul Dieppe; Sektion III; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; reumatologi; rheumatology locomotion; Skelett; muskelsystem; muscle system; Skeleton; Knee osteoarthritis; Functional performance; Exercise; Physical medicine; Rehabilitering medicinsk och social ; rehabilitation; revalidation; kinesitherapy; Knee osteoarthritis;

   Abstract : The overall purpose of this thesis was to explore the impact of exercise and functional performance on development and treatment of knee osteoarthritis in the middle aged. In this thesis, I have studied a population based cohort of middle-aged subjects (35-54 years, 42 % women) with chronic knee pain at baseline, to evaluate the longitudinal effect of muscle weakness on knee osteoarthritis development, the relationship between muscle function and joint load and the effects of exercise on joint load. READ MORE

7. 5. Patients with subacromial pain : Diagnosis, treatment and outcome in primary care

   Author : Kajsa Johansson; Mats Foldevi; Lars Adolfsson; Karin Harms-Ringdahl; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; evidence based medicine; general practitioners; physiotherapy; rotator cuff; shoulder impingement syndrome; Family medicine; Allmänmedicin;

   Abstract : Syftet med avhandlingen var att beskriva diagnostiken och utvärdera handläggningen i primärvård av patienter med subacromial smärta.Avhandlingen omfattar fyra studier. READ MORE