Search for dissertations about: "spinal physiotherapy"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 12 swedish dissertations containing the words spinal physiotherapy.

  2. 1. Seated postural reactions to mechanical shocks : laboratory studies with relevance for risk assessment and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders among drivers

    Author : Tobias Stenlund; Börje Rehn; Ronnie Lundström; Ola Lindroos; Fredrik Öhberg; Rolf Moe-Nilssen; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Postural balance; Posture; Electromyography; Musculoskeletal pain; Whole-body vibration; Reliability; Kinematics; Biomechanics; sjukgymnastik; Physiotherapy;

    Abstract : Professional drivers of off-road vehicles, driving on irregular terrain such as in forestry, agriculture and mining, are exposed to whole-body vibration and mechanical shocks. These driver groups have reported severe musculoskeletal problems in the spine, but the association to seated postural reactions is not fully understood. READ MORE

  4. 2. Traumatic spinal cord injuries in rural Tanzania : occurrences, clinical outcomes and life situations of persons living in the Kilimanjaro region

    Author : Haleluya Moshi; Ann Sörlin; Klas-Göran Sahlen; Gunnevi Sundelin; Lena Nilsson-Wikmar; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; traumatic spinal cord injuries; rural; low income country; clinical outcomes; quality of life; rehabiliteringsmedicin; Rehabilitation Medicine;

    Abstract : Background: Traumatic spinal cord injury (TSCI) is one of the most troubling health condition as it leaves the inflicted individual with irreversible sensorimotor impairment. Rural areas of Tanzania and other low income countries are characterized by inadequate emergency, medical and rehabilitation services and are mostly inaccessible by wheelchair. READ MORE

  5. 3. Pre-surgery physiotherapy and pain thresholds in patients with degenerative lumbar spine disorders

    Author : Yvonne Lindbäck; Birgitta Öberg; Paul Enthoven; Hans Tropp; Gunilla Kjellby Wendt; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Background: Patients scheduled for spinal surgery often experience long duration of pain, which may influence the pain-regulation system, function and health and have an impact on post-surgery outcome. Prehabilitation potentially augments functional capacity before surgery, which may have beneficial effects after surgery. READ MORE

  6. 4. Pain-related fear and movement : implications for physiotherapy and public health

    Author : Nina Buer; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Absenteeism; catastrophizing; chronic pain; fear-avoidance beliefs; fractures; general population; low back pain; risk factors; prospective study; psychosocial factors;

    Abstract : Long-term musculoskeletal pain is a large public health problem with serious consequences both for the individual and society. Fear-avoidance beliefs and catastrophizing are powerful cognitions in the process of developing chronic pain problems. Fear-avoidance refers to the avoidance of movement or activities based on fear. READ MORE

  7. 5. Experimental spinal cord injury : development of protection and repair strategies in rats

    Author : Matthias Erschbamer; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Spinal cord injury typically results in neurological deficits that can not be reversed, often leaving patients bound to a wheelchair. Current treatment strategies are not very successful. Despite many promising experimental strategies, clinical translation has so far been very limited. READ MORE