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A systematic review of the evidence for telerehabilitation in the facilitation of physical activity participation and management of long-term morbidities in cancer survivors
(2017-10)Background: Advances in the oncological field have resulted in a rapidly growing population of cancer survivors. Post-cancer treatment, many individuals have reported the development of persistent physical, emotional ... -
Feasibility Study: Critical Analysis Essay
(Queen Margaret University, 2016)Introduction: The functionality and purpose of a feasibility study is widely understood as a means of testing the practicality and likelihood of success of a proposed project for a business. While the practice of feasibility ... -
A quantitative research proposal to determine if Aquacel Ag™ is more beneficial than Aquacel™ for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers
(Queen Margaret University, 2014)Ulcers of the foot in diabetes are a major cause of suffering and cost (Hinchliffe et al, 2008). The majority (60-80%) of foot ulcers will heal, while 10-15% of them will remain active, and 5-24% of them will finally lead ... -
An Investigation Into The Influence Of Walking Speed On The Reliability Of F-Scan Plantar Pressure Measurement System.
(Queen Margaret University, 2013)Title: An investigation into the influence of walking speed on the reliability of F-Scan Plantar pressure measurement system. Background: F-Scan in-shoe plantar pressure measurement system has recently been used more ... -
Queering the Referendum: Queer Theory, The Creative Industries and The Scottish Referendum
(Queen Margaret University, 2014)Using Halberstam (2005), it is argued that the conditions of the creative industries and creative workers (or the precariat) are similar in many ways to the conditions of living a Queer lifestyle. As such, a renegotiation ... -
CAN IN-VIVO DOSIMETRY ENHANCE CURRENT PRACTICE IN VMAT HEAD AND NECK TREATMENT? A retrospective service evaluation assessing the use of in-vivo dosimetry as a tool to assist in the implementation of an interventional rescan.
(Queen Margaret University, 2017)Background Patient positioning during a course of external beam radiotherapy (EBRT) can be verified and corrected on a daily basis using image guided radiotherapy (IGRT) which can account for patient misalignment but not ... -
TURNING THE CORNER: A MIXED METHODS INVESTIGATION INTO THE RADIOTHERAPY INFORMATION NEEDS OF GPS
(Queen Margaret University, 2017)Background: NHS cancer strategy emphasises delivery of integrated care across primary and secondary environments. However, previous studies highlight a radiotherapy knowledge gap amongst GPs. Aims: To identify the radiotherapy ... -
A Comparison of thermoplastic and 3D printed beam directional shells on viability for external beam radiotherapy and user experience
(Queen Margaret University, 2017)Background: The precision of a patient's set-up for the accurate delivery of radiotherapy is paramount. For patients receiving radiotherapy for head and neck cancer it is particularly critical due to the need to prescribe ... -
Exploring Occupational Justice For Children With Disabilities Accessing The General Education Curriculum
(Queen Margaret University, 2017)It is widely accepted that children with disabilities should have equal opportunities to participate within the education system alongside their peers. However, it is clear discrepancies lie between policies guiding access ... -
Garden and Nature-based Occupations as Psychosocial Interventions for People with Life-Limiting Illness: Implications for Occupational Therapy Practice
(Queen Margaret University, 2017)Gardening and nature-based occupations have been proven to be beneficial to the health and wellbeing of those who participate in them, however there is limited of how gardening and nature benefit those from the perspective ... -
RESILIENCE AND ITS PROMOTION THROUGH OCCUPATIONAL PARTICIPATION IN CHILDREN
(Queen Margaret University, 2017)Resilience and the promotion of resilience is often considered when working with children in the spheres of psychology, health, education and social work. However, resilience does not appear to be a concept that has been ... -
PARENTS ACCEPTANCE OF HOME MODIFICATIONS
(Queen Margaret University, 2017)The majority of children with additional support needs are cared for at home by their parents. Home modifications, which aim to promote independence and safety for the child, also has implications for parents and rest of ... -
Environmental Assets That Enable Play for School-Aged Children with Physical Disabilities: A Literature Review
(Queen Margaret University, 2016)Play in its many forms has a central role in paediatric occupational therapy practice. It is considered to be the primary occupation of childhood, through which children develop and attain health and wellbeing. Internal/personal ... -
Sensory integration for children with autism spectrum disorder: examining the divergence between research and practice
(Queen Margaret University, 2016)Background. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects 2.24% of American children. Sensory processing difficulties have been linked to ASD and can restrict a child's participation in daily ... -
A Qualitatative Exploration into the Lived Experience of Adults with Anxiety Using Mindfulness in Everyday Occupational Engagement
(Queen Margaret University, 2016)Mental health is a major public health challenge both globally and nationally. Not only is there significant economic, health and social costs, mental health problems relating to anxiety have an occupational cost too. ... -
Occupational deprivation and frailty: the experiences of housebound older people
(Queen Margaret University, 2016)Meaningful and purposeful occupation is central to occupational therapy practice. The person, their environment and their occupations are widely acknowledged as interdependent on each other to ensure meaningful occupation ... -
Using Functional Capacity Evaluations in a UK Setting: Exploring Clients' Perceptions.
(Queen Margaret University, 2016)Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) promote occupational performance by providing answers to the questions of if and when an absent employee is safe to return to performing their work duties. Despite a recent focus on ... -
Exploring the use of occupation based practice as a core component of Occupational Therapy.
(Queen Margaret University, 2016)Literature suggests that occupation should be a core component of occupational therapy practice and that occupation based practice is a hallmark of excellence for occupational therapy provision. It is well recognised that ... -
An exploration of boredom within occupation
(Queen Margaret University, 2016)Boredom is a universal phenomenon of which there is no clear definition or agreed understanding of the overall causes, but is linked with occupation and a sense of meaning. Boredom is an area of concern to occupational ... -
An Investigation of the Management of Plantar Fasciitis: A Review of Current Treatment Methods with Research Proposal
(Queen Margaret University, 2014)Being the most common cause of heel pain, plantar fasciitis (PF) represents a significant burden both on quality of life and healthcare resources. It is reported as affecting approximately 10% of the general population. ...
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