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Full-Text Articles in Medicine and Health Sciences
Occupational Therapy Treatment Of Distal Radius Fractures: Best Practices, Erika Schleis
Occupational Therapy Treatment Of Distal Radius Fractures: Best Practices, Erika Schleis
Honors Theses
This paper describes information on best practices for occupational therapy treatment of distal radius fractures including current information about etiology, incidence and prevalence, diagnostic criteria, comorbidities, associated client factors involved in this injury and the effects of this condition on occupational performance. Two hypothetical case studies are presented using evidence-based treatment information. Discussion of additional research necessary to continue to determine best practice approaches is presented.
Impact Of Men's Shed On Social Participation And Health Outcomes, Joshua Grimmer
Impact Of Men's Shed On Social Participation And Health Outcomes, Joshua Grimmer
Honors Theses
This paper will explore the concept of a community-based organization, known as a Men’s Shed. The purpose of the research is to determine the positive impacts the North Belfast Men’s Shed has on social participation and overall health outcomes. The key factors observed in this study were the safe environment, camaraderie, social acceptance, and variety of activities the shed offers. The study included a sample of 11 men primarily over the age of 60. At the time of the study, all of the men were retired or unemployed and came from diverse occupational backgrounds. A set of semi-structure questions was …
Physiological Effects Of A Novel Fes Cycling Protocol On A 34-Year-Old Individual With Chronic Paraplegia, Kay Ann Simmons
Physiological Effects Of A Novel Fes Cycling Protocol On A 34-Year-Old Individual With Chronic Paraplegia, Kay Ann Simmons
Honors Theses
Background and Purpose: Individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) are at a higher risk of sedentarism and the health risks that are associated with inactivity (Gorgey, Dolbow, Dolbow, Khalil & Gater, 2015). Because this population has limited exercise options due to paralysis, a new protocol of resistance-guided, high intensity interval training functional electrical stimulation (FES) cycling was developed to allow people with SCI to utilize their paralyzed legs as opposed to their overused arms. This new protocol is important as it provides an opportunity to restore body composition to a more favorable muscle to fat ratio decreasing obesity and increasing …
Perceptions Of Iontophoresis Amongst Mississippi Athletic Trainers, Jessica E. Ringo
Perceptions Of Iontophoresis Amongst Mississippi Athletic Trainers, Jessica E. Ringo
Honors Theses
Research in the field of modalities is growing quickly, however there is a substantial lack of evidence for the use of iontophoresis, especially in the field of Athletic Training. Due to this, the perceptions of iontophoresis have been impacted amongst clinically practicing athletic trainers. Per this survey, while Mississippi licensed athletic trainers are aware of, and have a general knowledge of how to use iontophoresis, there is a lack of uniformity amongst the parameters and pathologies, consistent with those found in the literature. Of the 37.5 athletic trainers who utilize iontophoresis in their clinical setting, none of them reported using …
Linking Key Factors Of Quality Dementia Care: Knowledge And Self-Efficacy, Sophie E. Miller
Linking Key Factors Of Quality Dementia Care: Knowledge And Self-Efficacy, Sophie E. Miller
Honors Theses
Dementia-related changes in cognition, memory, and personality can have wide-ranging impacts on individuals, families, and healthcare systems (Plassman et al., 2007); including caregiver burnout, disruption of family life, and costly care requirements (Graneheim, Johansson, & Lindgren, 2014). Dementia has become a global issue; 46 million people worldwide have dementia and $600 billion are spent on dementia-related care every year (Farina al., 2016). Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) generally assume the majority of day-to-day care and are a vital component of providing quality, person-centered services to patients with dementia in residential care (Burke & Orlowski, 2015). The purpose of this study was …
Camping For Children With Cerebral Palsy, Emily Scannell
Camping For Children With Cerebral Palsy, Emily Scannell
Honors Theses
Children with cerebral palsy and their families may have needs that make camping difficult or seemingly inaccessible. Through an explanation of the research backing the benefits of camping, this paper makes it clear that camping is a worthwhile activity that can be optimized through modifications. Understanding cerebral palsy and the steps of basic camping activities, it is possible to create modifications to increase family and child wellness while camping. Through a hypothetical case study, a specific look can be had at the ways to prepare for an optimal camping experience- from adapted equipment, to modified preparatory strategies. Through a review …
Therapeutic Benefits Of Certified Canines For Veterans With War-Related Trauma Disorders, Erin Caspers
Therapeutic Benefits Of Certified Canines For Veterans With War-Related Trauma Disorders, Erin Caspers
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Therapeutic Benefits Of Certified Canines For Veterans With War-Related Trauma Disorders, Smith Lauren
Therapeutic Benefits Of Certified Canines For Veterans With War-Related Trauma Disorders, Smith Lauren
Honors Theses
Veterans and their service dogs share a special relationship that is not only a friendship but a working relationship as well. They each give each other something that they cannot get on their own. The purpose of this thesis is to determine the relationship between veterans and their service dogs and the emotional and physical support provided. A review of the literature, combined with systematic interviews of combat veterans led to an initial understanding of the relationship between a veteran and a service dog and the benefits and risks associated with this special connection.