Essays about: "patient education"

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1. 21. Use of an eHealth tool for exercise training in people with hip and/or knee osteoarthritis : A prospective cohort study

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Avdelningen för fysioterapi

   Author : Tobias Wahlqvist; [2022]
   Keywords : Osteoarthritis; pain; eHealth; exercise.;

   Abstract : Introduction: OA of the knee and/or hip is a common joint disease where the first line treatment is physical activity and exercise, weight management and patient education. Previous research has shown that digital aids and product can be used as support for exercise. VITALA is a new digital app under development. READ MORE

3. 22. Identification of Potential Sources of Measurement Errors in an Isokinetic Dynamometer : Reliability Analysis of Shoulder Abduction and Flexion Data

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

   Author : Malena Grannerud; [2022]
   Keywords : Isokinetic dynamometer; shoulder abduction; shoulder flexion; rotator cuff; torque; load; force; repeatability; reproducibility; reliability; agreement; ICC; intraclass correlation coefficient; Bland Altman; Isokinetisk dynamometer; axelabduktion; axelflexion; rotatorcuff; vridmoment; last; kraft; repeterbarhet; reproducerbarhet; tillförlitlighet; överensstämmelse; ICC; intraklass korrelationskoefficient; Bland Altman;

   Abstract : The evaluation of shoulder abduction and flexion strength is important in the rehabilitation after rotator cuff tear. The purpose of this work is to assess the intra and inter-rater reliability of measurement data from an isokinetic dynamometer used to evaluate shoulder abduction and flexion strength, with the aim to identify sources of measurement errors and suggest improvements. READ MORE

4. 23. Description of Orthotists Level of Involvement in Early Post Stroke Management in Denmark: A Cross-Sectional Survey

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   Author : Mille Bjerregaard Jørgensen; Laura Ane Jakobsen; [2021]
   Keywords : orthotist; perception; involvement; early gait rehabilitation; post stroke; bandagist; mening; involvering; tidlig gangrehabilitering; apopleksi;

   Abstract : Background: Following a stroke the ability to walk is often impaired due to compromised motor-control, muscle weakness and spasticity, resulting in deviations during gait. Ankle-foot orthoses (AFO) can be used for people with hemiparesis to improve stability during stance phase and clearance during swing phase. READ MORE

5. 24. Improving Type 1 DiabetesPatients’ Quality of LifeThrough Data Collection

   University essay from KTH/Medicinteknik och hälsosystem

   Author : Leiko Ilja; [2021]
   Keywords : type 1 diabetes; diabetes management; diabetes data collection; diabetes quality of life; diabetes typ 1; diabetes hantering; diabetes datainsamling; diabetes livskvalitet;

   Abstract : Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a complex chronic disease without treatment. When anindividual is diagnosed with T1D they are taught how to monitor blood glucoselevel as well as external insulin administration. READ MORE

6. 25. Are Swedish pharmacy students prepared for patient communication at a distance? : A focus group study on pharmacy students' views and opinions on telepharmacy and pharmacy education, with a focus on communication at a distance.

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för farmaci

   Author : Rebecka Pihl; [2021]
   Keywords : Telepharmacy; Telemedicine; Pharmacy students; Pharmacy education; Communication; Remote consultation; Online pharmaceutical services;

   Abstract : Background: The use of telepharmacy has increased worldwide during the last decades, and facilitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, it will likely accelerate further. Sweden has several pre-conditions needed for telepharmacy, yet, telepharmacy development is slow. READ MORE