Browsing Osteopathy Dissertations and Theses by Supervisor "47097"
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An assessment of the health status of a group of independent residents of a retirement village especially in relation to aspects of physical health and musculoskeletal function
(2016)AIM: To assess the health status of nine independent retirement village residents to build a picture of the presence and effects of musculoskeletal complaints on their lives. METHODS: Nine independently living ... -
Depression, anxiety and positive outlook amongst patients presenting to an osteopathic training clinic : a prospective survey
(2010)BACKGROUND: Depression and anxiety are associated with chronic musculoskeletal pain and its persistence, whereas positive psychological factors have been associated with decreased pain severity and interference. These ... -
Development of a preliminary questionnaire to investigate the attitudes of NZ osteopaths regarding the use of exercise in osteopathy
(2010)Background: In the healthcare context, exercise may be conveniently considered in two categories: physical activity and therapeutic exercise. Physical activity has demonstrated benefits for the maintenance of physical and ... -
Different folks, different strokes : becoming and being a stroke family during the first six months post-stroke
(2013)Aim: To explore the lived-experience of becoming and being a stroke family during the first six months post-stroke event. Background: The consequences of a stroke are far reaching and affect the whole family. Research has ... -
The effects of segmental vibration on hamstring range of motion
(2009)Introduction. There has been a growing focus within literature on the neuromuscular effects of whole-body and local vibration. The body of knowledge suggests that such effects may include improvement of muscular flexibility, ... -
Evaluation of a stroke navigation service over a six month period : a mixed method approach
(2017)AIM: To assess the impact on outcomes of a stroke navigation service for stroke survivors and their families, over a six month period, in comparison to usual care. BACKGROUND: Stroke is a serious health concern and ... -
An exploration of the influences that shape the opinions and practices of osteopaths in relation to osteopathy in the cranial field
(2010)Despite its popularity osteopathy in the cranial field (OCF) is perhaps the most controversial modality within the osteopathic profession; yet little is known about how or why such differing opinions about OCF develop. ... -
Identification, assessment and management of mood disorders in clients by osteopathic practitioners in New Zealand
(2008)Background: Mood disorder with its high global prevalence rate is a major public health issue imposing a considerable burden on the community. Early detection and intervention of mood disorders in the primary care setting ... -
An Investigation of Changes in Pressure Pain Threshold Due to Hormone Fluctuations During the Menstrual Cycle
(2006)The aim of this investigation was to evaluate whether there was a change in pressure pain threshold (PPT) over the course of the menstrual cycle. Changes in PPT were measured at 18 anatomical sites that are used in the ... -
An investigation of patient experiences of treatment in the cranial field of osteopathy
(2009)There is a wealth of information available in print and other forms of media about osteopathy in general. Significantly less information exists about osteopathy in the cranial field (OCF), and still less information is ... -
An investigation of why osteopaths choose to leave the profession
(2009)Introduction Osteopathy as a career provides opportunities in primary health care and can be very rewarding. Qualifying as an osteopath involves intensive study and application as well as a temporal and financial commitment ... -
Keeping working to keep working : staying in the workforce with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease
(2016)Background: Parkinson’s disease has a profound effect on those with the condition. Due to earlier diagnosis from improved diagnostic techniques as well as advances in medication, people are often able to continue to work ... -
The relationship between health literacy and health outcomes in Australian, Canadian and New Zealand adults : a scoping review of interventions within the literature
(2018)RESEARCH QUESTIONS: This scoping review was conducted to answer two questions: 1.How do interventions designed to improve health literacy affect health outcomes? 2.How have these interventions been implemented in adult ... -
The role of New Zealand osteopaths in the care of people who experience migraine : a qualitative exploration
(2017)BACKGROUND: Migraine is a common, disabling, neurovascular disorder. The aetiology and pathophysiology of the condition are complex, and still carry many unknown factors. Despite the pharmaceutical agents developed to ... -
Stroke duties : a hermeneutic enquiry into family experience six months post-stroke
(2013)Introduction: Stroke is the third largest cause of death in New Zealand and is a major cause of disability. While a lot is known about the stroke survivor and the primary caregiver, little is known about how stroke affects ... -
To be or not to be? - a caregiver’s question : the lived-experience of a stroke family during the first eighteen months post-stroke
(2015)BACKGROUND: Disability following a stroke often requires family, commonly a spouse, to provide care enabling the stroke survivor to return home. Immediate or extended family and friends may help provide direct care, or ... -
Understanding the experiences of whānau caregivers of stroke survivors
(2020)INTRODUCTION: Access to support services for post-stroke care is essential for family/whānau to sustain their commitment to the long-term care of stroke survivors. Lack of, and inappropriate support along the post-stroke ... -
What is known about experiences, perceptions, and impacts on practitioners and patients due to sex and gender in the chiropractic, osteopathy and physiotherapy professions: a scoping review
(2018)BACKGROUND: There are complex expressions of gender and sex inherent within the three professions of chiropractic, osteopathy, and physiotherapy. These professions commonly use the body of the practitioner to provide ... -
Women’s attitudes to and experiences of osteopathic care during pregnancy
(2011)Background: Osteopathic literature on the topic of women’s health during pregnancy is limited. Current literature explores the possibilities of osteopathic intervention but lacks supportive research. This project is a first ...
