Podiatry: Recent submissions
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Development and validation of a prognostic model for stump healing in major lower limb amputation
(Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, 2016)Introduction Stump healing is essential in patients with a lower limb amputation in order for them to mobilize again. Little research has been being done on factors affecting stump healing. The aim of this paper is to ... -
A Study To Investigate Any Potential Effects On The Foot Of A Commonly Prescribed Off-The-Shelf Foot Orthosis In Patients With Early Diagnosed Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
(Queen Margaret University, 2010)Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) frequently affects the foot. Custom moulded foot orthoses are effective in the management of the foot in RA; however the process of manufacture is lengthy, resulting in a delay of treatment for ... -
Development of a prognostic model for fistula maturation in patients with advanced renal failure
(Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, 2014)A suitable type of vascular access has to be created to establish a connection between the circulation system of the patient and the haemodialysis cycle. The arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is considered to provide the best ... -
The role of pro-inflammatoy cytokines and autoimmune antibodies in diabetic peripheral neuropathy
(Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, 2014)Introduction – The pathogenetic vision of diabetes mellitus has changed in the last few years, with inflammatory and autoimmunity pathways playing roles in the development and progression of diabetic complications. This ... -
Person-centred goal setting for exercise after stroke
(Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, 2014)Clinical guidelines and policies recommend exercise after stroke. Person-centred goal setting may facilitate the uptake and maintenance of physical activity. The aim of this work was to design and evaluate a goal setting ...