Masters Degrees (Occupational Therapy)
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The factors influencing the return to work of individuals having sustained severe traumatic brain injuries in South Africa.
(2016)A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a complex phenomenon where the ability to return to work (RTW) following injury is not always successful. Vocational rehabilitation (VR) is process that facilitates the RTW. Previous skills, ... -
Substance abuse and rural realities : experiences and perceptions of service providers in northern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
(2014)Substance abuse is recognized as a worldwide problem and in South Africa contributes to significant morbidity and mortality. However, there appears to be concerns in the service delivery especially in rural areas. This ... -
The firework injured hand : profile and management.
(2014)Aim: The study aimed to profile the firework injured hand and review of the management of such injuries from a surgical and rehabilitation perspective. Methodology: A quantitative methodological approach using a retrospective ... -
Kinesio Taping® of the metacarpophalangeal joints and its effect on hand function in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis.
(2015)Background Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic systemic disease that affects the hands bilaterally, resulting in inflammation, pain, joint instability, diminished grip strength and difficulties with function. The ... -
Electronic device use and fine motor dexterity and handwriting in grade 2 elementary school children.
(2015)Aim: The study aimed to investigate whether a correlation exists in the electronic device usage and fine motor dexterity and handwriting in Grade 2 elementary male and female children. Methodology: A quantitative, ... -
Current trends in splinting the hand for children with neurological impairments.
(2015)Aim: The study aimed to explore the current splinting practises as used as a method of intervention for improving hand function in children with neurological impairments within the South African context. Methodology: A ... -
The effectiveness of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) versus Interferential Current (IFC) in the treatment of pain following a distal radius fracture.
(2015)Purpose : The radius bone in the forearm of the human body, is an integral component of the wrist joint. Optimal wrist joint function plays an important role in maintaining dexterity of the upper limb. The inability to use ... -
Factors affecting attendance and participation in group therapy in a private inpatient psychiatric setting.
(2015)This study seeks to understand why many patients did not participate in a group therapy programme offered at an inpatient psychiatric hospital in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Conducted by an Occupational Therapist, the ... -
Addressing spirituality in group therapy : a qualitative study at a shelter for abused and vulnerable Muslim women in Durban, South African.
(2016)Spirituality has gained recognition as a vital factor in mental healthcare, and has been applied to major occupational therapy models. However, its clinical application is limited universally, to the possible detriment of ... -
An exploration of albino identity amongst groups of teenaged girls at a special school in KwaZulu-Natal, South African.
(2015)A qualitative study probing Albino Identity amongst groups of teenaged girls at a special school in order to find out if a group identity based in Albinism exists. An exploratory research design allowed the researcher to ... -
Exploring occupational therapy intervention for young children with autism spectrum disorder in South Africa.
(2013)Occupational Therapy is amongst the top three interventions sought for young children with ASD in South Africa. Due to scarce local research on OT for ASD, this study explored the nature as well as perceptions of OTs on ... -
The experience of raising a child with down syndrome : perceptions of caregivers in KwaZulu-Natal.
(2013)Introduction: Due to limited research within KwaZulu-Natal there is a deficit in the knowledge base and understanding surrounding the dynamics of caring for a child diagnosed with Down syndrome. The study aims to inform ... -
The influence of an abductor pollicis longus strengthening program on the symptoms experienced by elderly females presenting with early stage osteoarthritis of the 1st carpo-metacarpal joint : a pilot study for an experimental pre-test/post-test design.
(2014)Introduction: Elderly females are predominantly left impaired by the degenerative impact which osteoarthritis has on the 1st CMC joint. Research supports the successful implementation of early stage conservative management. Aim: ... -
Barriers to admission to mainstream primary schools for children with high functioning autism/asperger's syndrome (Umlazi District)
(2014)In South Africa basic education is a right for all children (Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996) and mainstream education for learners with so called mild disabilities such as High Functioning Autism or ... -
A qualitative study to understand the experiences and coping processes of primary caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
(2014)Aim: The aim of the study is to gain deeper understanding into the lived experiences of parents at a stimulation centre in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, and the coping strategies they employ in caring for their children ... -
An investigation to establish the flexor tendon rehabilitation protocol use amongst Occupational Therapists in South Africa.
(2012)The aim of this study was to investigate which protocols Occupational Therapists (OT’s) use when rehabilitating clients after flexor tendon repairs, and to investigate the therapist’s knowledge regarding these protocols, ... -
Preparedness of graduates in occupational therapy for clinical practice : perceptions of students and supervisors in a KwaZulu-Natal case study.
(2013)Background: Investigating the development of competent occupational therapists through an academic programme and fieldwork placement is an emerging field in South African occupational therapy research. It is an essential ... -
A study to determine the prevalence of signs and symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome and de quervains tenosynovitis in garment workers in the eThekwini district of KwaZulu-Natal.
(2012)Introduction: Garment work is repetitive and detailed and requires constant use of the hands. It is no surprise that garment workers are at high risk for developing repetitive strain injuries (RSI’s) (MFL Occupational ... -
An evaluation of the criteria and procedures used for selection of occupational therapy students at South African universities.
(1997)The existing selection criteria and procedures applied at universities training occupational therapists in South Africa are not meeting the country's need for selecting students who adequately fulfill the demographic mix ... -
Toward access, success and equity in health science education : a KwaZulu-Natal case study.
(1999)Aim: This study aims to generate recommendations for enhancing the access and success of historically disadvantaged students to health science education at UDW, based on barriers identified within diverse schooling ...
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