Browsing by Study Area "Health Science"
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The effects of strength and balance training using a Rock-it Board in an ageing population
(2022)BACKGROUND Strength and balance programs are a well-established training method in preventing falls in people over the age of 65 years. However, there is limited research investigating the effects of strength and balance ... -
A literature review of oral health awareness among caregivers in aged care facilities
(2020)RESEARCH QUESTION The aim of this study was to review the literature that analyses the knowledge, awareness and attitudes of caregivers working in residential homes regarding oral health. ABSTRACT The population of ... -
The Meke Meter™: Exploring the wellbeing and quality of life of New Zealanders during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020
(2022)AIM The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) originated from Wuhan, China in 2019. The pandemic has had a significant impact on the world today. While the national 2020 lockdown in Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ) was successful from ... -
Practice to pitch: The relationship between force-velocity profiles and match-day performance of semi-professional rugby union players
(2022)INTRODUCTION: Previous research has investigated team match statistics to determine the most prominent in successful rugby teams, termed rugby performance indicators (RPIs). Coaches believe emphasising specific RPIs may ... -
Using the Meke Meter to understand rangatahi hauora in the Aotearoa New Zealand secondary school context
(2022)BACKGROUND In Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ), many rangatahi (adolescents) are not experiencing good quality of life (QoL), which negatively impacts their wellbeing. Wellbeing affects adolescents’ engagement with learning, ...
