The perception and knowledge of chiropractic among senior students in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Johannesburg
- Authors: Alli, Anisa
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Chiropractic , College students - South Africa - Johannesburg , University of Johannesburg - Students
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/476142 , uj:42978
- Description: Abstract: Background: The perceptions and knowledge of chiropractic among the Health Science students at the University of Johannesburg are currently unexplored. Perceptions and knowledge influence the utilisation of chiropractic and interprofessional referral patterns... , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Alli, Anisa
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Chiropractic , College students - South Africa - Johannesburg , University of Johannesburg - Students
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/476142 , uj:42978
- Description: Abstract: Background: The perceptions and knowledge of chiropractic among the Health Science students at the University of Johannesburg are currently unexplored. Perceptions and knowledge influence the utilisation of chiropractic and interprofessional referral patterns... , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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A survey on the use, benefit and level of training in joint manipulation by veterinarians in Johannesburg, South Africa
- Authors: Batty, Dylan Johnson
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Manipulation (Therapeutics) , Chiropractic , Veterinarians
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/292857 , uj:31832
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: To determine whether veterinarians in South Africa are using joint manipulation as part of their treatment protocol, seeing positive results from this treatment approach, and to determine if these veterinarians have received some level of training, if any, in joint manipulation therapy. This study may demonstrate, if joint manipulation is seen as beneficial, that there may be an interest in a veterinary chiropractic programme to be introduced in South Africa. Method: A survey was personally distributed to 30 veterinarians practicing in Johannesburg, with the researcher attempting to include practices from all around the city. The veterinarians were contacted in advance to ensure they would be willing to participate. The survey was anonymous, so that the answers could not be traced back to the participants. The statistical service at the University of Johannesburg (STATKON) assisted with data analysis. Results: The results of this study have shown that most veterinarians in Johannesburg are not using joint manipulation to treat their patients. Some veterinarians are using forms of joint manipulation to either diagnose or treat their patients, and to great effect, however these techniques seem to be limited by a lack of training. Most of the participants who claimed to be using joint manipulation were using these techniques to diagnose orthopaedic conditions in patients, as opposed to using these techniques as a form of treatment. When joint manipulation was used as a treatment or diagnostically, it was beneficial most of the time, and veterinarians generally were positive about its use. Conclusion: Joint manipulation was seen as a useful tool in veterinary practice, and it was implied that if more veterinarians were exposed to these techniques, they would be used more often in practice. The positive view on joint manipulation seen throughout this study may indicate that if a facility for training in veterinary chiropractic were established in South Africa, there would be plenty of interest.
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- Authors: Batty, Dylan Johnson
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Manipulation (Therapeutics) , Chiropractic , Veterinarians
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/292857 , uj:31832
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: To determine whether veterinarians in South Africa are using joint manipulation as part of their treatment protocol, seeing positive results from this treatment approach, and to determine if these veterinarians have received some level of training, if any, in joint manipulation therapy. This study may demonstrate, if joint manipulation is seen as beneficial, that there may be an interest in a veterinary chiropractic programme to be introduced in South Africa. Method: A survey was personally distributed to 30 veterinarians practicing in Johannesburg, with the researcher attempting to include practices from all around the city. The veterinarians were contacted in advance to ensure they would be willing to participate. The survey was anonymous, so that the answers could not be traced back to the participants. The statistical service at the University of Johannesburg (STATKON) assisted with data analysis. Results: The results of this study have shown that most veterinarians in Johannesburg are not using joint manipulation to treat their patients. Some veterinarians are using forms of joint manipulation to either diagnose or treat their patients, and to great effect, however these techniques seem to be limited by a lack of training. Most of the participants who claimed to be using joint manipulation were using these techniques to diagnose orthopaedic conditions in patients, as opposed to using these techniques as a form of treatment. When joint manipulation was used as a treatment or diagnostically, it was beneficial most of the time, and veterinarians generally were positive about its use. Conclusion: Joint manipulation was seen as a useful tool in veterinary practice, and it was implied that if more veterinarians were exposed to these techniques, they would be used more often in practice. The positive view on joint manipulation seen throughout this study may indicate that if a facility for training in veterinary chiropractic were established in South Africa, there would be plenty of interest.
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The effect of chiropractic manipulative therapy of the tibiotalar joint on endurance of the triceps surae muscle
- Authors: Baüer, Caitlyn Mae
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Ankle , Calves , Muscle strength , Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58563 , uj:16463
- Description: Abstract: Please refer to full text to view abstract , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Baüer, Caitlyn Mae
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Ankle , Calves , Muscle strength , Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58563 , uj:16463
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The immediate effect of spinal manipulative therapy on movement time
- Authors: Berry, Hannah Morna
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Spinal adjustment , Motor ability , Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/124354 , uj:20906
- Description: Abstract: Aim: The primary aim of this study was to explore the immediate effect that spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) had on a predefined motor task by measuring the time it took to complete a motor task in asymptomatic individuals, or by assessing the movement time (MT). Movement time is measured using Fitts’ Law. This study also focused on assessing if there was any specific region receiving spinal manipulative therapy that yielded greater results. Method: A total of 100 participants volunteered for this study. There were 52 female participants and 48 male participants that were selected. The participants were between the ages of 18 and 40 years of age. The participants were screened by means of an inclusion and exclusion criteria and those who were eligible, were invited to take part in the study. The participants were randomly allocated into 1 of 4 groups. Each group therefore consisted of 25 participants. Group 1 was the combination group and received SMT to dysfunctional vertebral segments located within the cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacroiliac regions. Group 2 received SMT to dysfunctional vertebral segments located within the cervical spine only. Group 3 received SMT to dysfunctional vertebral segments located within the thoracic region and the 4th and final group received SMT to dysfunctional segments located within the lumbar and or sacroiliac regions. Procedure: Due to the nature of the study design, the participants were only required for a single treatment. The participants were required to complete two objective tests, namely the Fitts’ Tapping Task (FTT) and the Generalised Fitts’ Law Model Builder (GFLMB), before any treatment was administered. The researcher then manipulated the dysfunctional vertebral segments that was assessed via motion palpation to the various regions according to each participant’s specific group. The participants were then required to redo the two tests immediately again following treatment... , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Berry, Hannah Morna
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Spinal adjustment , Motor ability , Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/124354 , uj:20906
- Description: Abstract: Aim: The primary aim of this study was to explore the immediate effect that spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) had on a predefined motor task by measuring the time it took to complete a motor task in asymptomatic individuals, or by assessing the movement time (MT). Movement time is measured using Fitts’ Law. This study also focused on assessing if there was any specific region receiving spinal manipulative therapy that yielded greater results. Method: A total of 100 participants volunteered for this study. There were 52 female participants and 48 male participants that were selected. The participants were between the ages of 18 and 40 years of age. The participants were screened by means of an inclusion and exclusion criteria and those who were eligible, were invited to take part in the study. The participants were randomly allocated into 1 of 4 groups. Each group therefore consisted of 25 participants. Group 1 was the combination group and received SMT to dysfunctional vertebral segments located within the cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacroiliac regions. Group 2 received SMT to dysfunctional vertebral segments located within the cervical spine only. Group 3 received SMT to dysfunctional vertebral segments located within the thoracic region and the 4th and final group received SMT to dysfunctional segments located within the lumbar and or sacroiliac regions. Procedure: Due to the nature of the study design, the participants were only required for a single treatment. The participants were required to complete two objective tests, namely the Fitts’ Tapping Task (FTT) and the Generalised Fitts’ Law Model Builder (GFLMB), before any treatment was administered. The researcher then manipulated the dysfunctional vertebral segments that was assessed via motion palpation to the various regions according to each participant’s specific group. The participants were then required to redo the two tests immediately again following treatment... , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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The effect of lumbar-pelvic spinal manipulative therapy on power output in rowers
- Authors: Berry, Rebecca Ann
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Spinal adjustment , Chiropractic , Rowers - Health and hygiene , Muscle strength
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/226655 , uj:22922
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the efficacy of lumbar-pelvic spinal manipulative therapy on power output in rowers. Method: Thirty participants, both males and females, between the ages of 18 and 45 years, were separated into two groups of fifteen. Both groups had an equal ratio of eight males and seven females. Group one received spinal manipulative therapy to the lumbar-pelvic region where motion restrictions were located. Group one received three treatments per week for two weeks. Group two did not receive any treatment for the duration of the research study. Both Groups one and two underwent the same data capturing at the first, fourth and seventh consultation. Data capturing consisted of a range of motion assessment while the participant was seated on the ergometer and holding on the handle bar. Flexion and extension of the lumbar-pelvic region were both measured with full extension of the knees. Following range of motion assessment, the average watts was measured by each participant completing a 1000 meter ergometer trial, maintaining the stroke rate between 22 and 24 strokes per minute. Results: The study revealed no statistical significance with intergroup analysis for both the digital inclinometer and ergometer. Intragroup group analysis of Group one revealed a statistically significant increase in power output between the first and fourth consult and between the fourth and seventh consultation. Intragroup analysis of the range of motion data for Group one as well as range of motion and ergometer data for Group two revealed no statistical significance. An overall clinical analysis for the two groups revealed that Group one, the group receiving spinal manipulative therapy, made a drastic improvement in both the range of motion and power output. Group two remained at a relatively plateau level for both range of motion and power output. Conclusion: Although the study revealed no statistical significance when comparing the groups to one another, there was a significant improvement in the power output of Group one, the group that received spinal manipulative therapy. Group one increased in flexion, extension as well as average power output. Group two had a minimal decrease in flexion and extension and a minimal increase in power output. In order to make a definitive conclusion on the effect of spinal manipulative therapy on power output, further research is needed.
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- Authors: Berry, Rebecca Ann
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Spinal adjustment , Chiropractic , Rowers - Health and hygiene , Muscle strength
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/226655 , uj:22922
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the efficacy of lumbar-pelvic spinal manipulative therapy on power output in rowers. Method: Thirty participants, both males and females, between the ages of 18 and 45 years, were separated into two groups of fifteen. Both groups had an equal ratio of eight males and seven females. Group one received spinal manipulative therapy to the lumbar-pelvic region where motion restrictions were located. Group one received three treatments per week for two weeks. Group two did not receive any treatment for the duration of the research study. Both Groups one and two underwent the same data capturing at the first, fourth and seventh consultation. Data capturing consisted of a range of motion assessment while the participant was seated on the ergometer and holding on the handle bar. Flexion and extension of the lumbar-pelvic region were both measured with full extension of the knees. Following range of motion assessment, the average watts was measured by each participant completing a 1000 meter ergometer trial, maintaining the stroke rate between 22 and 24 strokes per minute. Results: The study revealed no statistical significance with intergroup analysis for both the digital inclinometer and ergometer. Intragroup group analysis of Group one revealed a statistically significant increase in power output between the first and fourth consult and between the fourth and seventh consultation. Intragroup analysis of the range of motion data for Group one as well as range of motion and ergometer data for Group two revealed no statistical significance. An overall clinical analysis for the two groups revealed that Group one, the group receiving spinal manipulative therapy, made a drastic improvement in both the range of motion and power output. Group two remained at a relatively plateau level for both range of motion and power output. Conclusion: Although the study revealed no statistical significance when comparing the groups to one another, there was a significant improvement in the power output of Group one, the group that received spinal manipulative therapy. Group one increased in flexion, extension as well as average power output. Group two had a minimal decrease in flexion and extension and a minimal increase in power output. In order to make a definitive conclusion on the effect of spinal manipulative therapy on power output, further research is needed.
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A case series describing the effect of thoracic manipulation on qEEG
- Authors: Bhamjee, Saeedah
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Spinal adjustment , Electroencephalography , Relaxation
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/268677 , uj:28524
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: The aim of the study was to describe the effect of chiropractic manipulation of the thoracic spine on brain quantitative electro encephalogram (qEEG) readings. Method: A descriptive design following a case series approach was used to record changes in qEEG readings before and after a chiropractic manipulation. The study took place at the University of Johannesburg’s Doornfontein campus, in the Chiropractic clinic. The study comprised of 10 participants with thoracic motion restrictions. The brainwave activity of each participant was measured and recorded using the qEEG. A pre- manipulation reading was taken, which comprised of the measurement of the participants’ brain wave activity with their eyes open and then with their eyes closed. A post-manipulation reading was taken immediately after, also measured with eyes open and then eyes closed. Thirty minutes later a second post manipulation reading was taken, measured with eyes open and then eyes closed. The data was converted into mean values of the brain waves, delta, theta, alpha and beta. The results were analysed and described to find the relationship between the manipulation and the different areas of the brain with its associated brain wave activity. Results: Changes of particular interest were found across all three lobes. Alpha and delta wave changes in the parietal lobe were indicative of a relaxed and reflective state in participants. Changes in the delta and beta waves in the temporal and frontal lobe also showed the manipulations potential to increase the relaxed state in participants. Although, it should be noted that throughout the trial participants were in lying down in a quiet and un-stimulatory environment, which may also have contributed to the changes demonstrated. Conclusion: This study fully describes 10 participants and the manipulation effect on qEEG. Based on the results, chiropractic manipulation of the thoracic spine does have an effect on qEEG readings. However the motivation behind the results remain inconclusive. A larger group of participants are needed and the variables need to be more controlled to make a definite conclusion and allow for statistical analysis.
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- Authors: Bhamjee, Saeedah
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Spinal adjustment , Electroencephalography , Relaxation
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/268677 , uj:28524
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: The aim of the study was to describe the effect of chiropractic manipulation of the thoracic spine on brain quantitative electro encephalogram (qEEG) readings. Method: A descriptive design following a case series approach was used to record changes in qEEG readings before and after a chiropractic manipulation. The study took place at the University of Johannesburg’s Doornfontein campus, in the Chiropractic clinic. The study comprised of 10 participants with thoracic motion restrictions. The brainwave activity of each participant was measured and recorded using the qEEG. A pre- manipulation reading was taken, which comprised of the measurement of the participants’ brain wave activity with their eyes open and then with their eyes closed. A post-manipulation reading was taken immediately after, also measured with eyes open and then eyes closed. Thirty minutes later a second post manipulation reading was taken, measured with eyes open and then eyes closed. The data was converted into mean values of the brain waves, delta, theta, alpha and beta. The results were analysed and described to find the relationship between the manipulation and the different areas of the brain with its associated brain wave activity. Results: Changes of particular interest were found across all three lobes. Alpha and delta wave changes in the parietal lobe were indicative of a relaxed and reflective state in participants. Changes in the delta and beta waves in the temporal and frontal lobe also showed the manipulations potential to increase the relaxed state in participants. Although, it should be noted that throughout the trial participants were in lying down in a quiet and un-stimulatory environment, which may also have contributed to the changes demonstrated. Conclusion: This study fully describes 10 participants and the manipulation effect on qEEG. Based on the results, chiropractic manipulation of the thoracic spine does have an effect on qEEG readings. However the motivation behind the results remain inconclusive. A larger group of participants are needed and the variables need to be more controlled to make a definite conclusion and allow for statistical analysis.
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The effect of chiropractic manipulation of the hip and sacroiliac joint on acceleration and sprinting time of male rugby players that present with a positive modified Thomas test
- Authors: Bleekers, Tony Kenneth
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Sacroiliac joint , Hip joint , Sprinting - Physiological aspects , Rugby football - Physiological aspects , Rugby football players - Health and hygiene
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58531 , uj:16461
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- Authors: Bleekers, Tony Kenneth
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Sacroiliac joint , Hip joint , Sprinting - Physiological aspects , Rugby football - Physiological aspects , Rugby football players - Health and hygiene
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58531 , uj:16461
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A secondary analysis of the prevalence and risk factors associated with the chiropractic and complementary medicine students at the University of Johannesburg
- Authors: Botha, Christell
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Musculoskeletal system , University of Johannesburg - Students
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/476625 , uj:43037
- Description: Abstract: Background Musculoskeletal disorders are one of the most prevalent occupational health issues among healthcare workers. Recent studies conducted at the University of Johannesburg aimed determine the prevalence and related occupational risk factors of musculoskeletal disorder in undergraduate health science students in the Chiropractic and Complementary Medicine departments at the University of Johannesburg. Aim This research aimed to conduct a secondary analysis of a study done by Cartwright (2020) on the prevalence and risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders in Chiropractic and Complementary Medicine students in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Johannesburg. Methodology The methodology for this study was a cross-sectional descriptive and comparative study utilising data from previous studies from the University of Johannesburg. A total of 179 chiropractic and 73 complementary medicine students completed the questionnaires. Results and discussion The risk factors proven to be statistically significant for each region were, the course of study (p=0.001), quality of the seated position (p=0.01), repetitive motions in practical classes (p=0.038), hours per week studying at home (p=0.011), and moving patients (p=0.023), for neck pain. The shoulder pain’s risk factors were practicing chiropractic manipulations (p=0.015) and lifting heavy equipment with the back or knees (p=0.02). Upper back pain’s risk factors were gender (p=0.011), the course of study (p=0.001), and quality of the seated position (p=0.02). The elbow pain’s risk factors were repetitive movements in practical classes (p=0.036) and walking as a form of exercise (p=0.003). Hand and wrist pain’s risk factors were the course of study (p=0.03), treating a patient (p=0.042), and location of study (p=0.003). Low back pain’s risk factors were the year of study (p=0.042), quality of the seated position (p=0.006), mostly done , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Botha, Christell
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Musculoskeletal system , University of Johannesburg - Students
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/476625 , uj:43037
- Description: Abstract: Background Musculoskeletal disorders are one of the most prevalent occupational health issues among healthcare workers. Recent studies conducted at the University of Johannesburg aimed determine the prevalence and related occupational risk factors of musculoskeletal disorder in undergraduate health science students in the Chiropractic and Complementary Medicine departments at the University of Johannesburg. Aim This research aimed to conduct a secondary analysis of a study done by Cartwright (2020) on the prevalence and risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders in Chiropractic and Complementary Medicine students in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Johannesburg. Methodology The methodology for this study was a cross-sectional descriptive and comparative study utilising data from previous studies from the University of Johannesburg. A total of 179 chiropractic and 73 complementary medicine students completed the questionnaires. Results and discussion The risk factors proven to be statistically significant for each region were, the course of study (p=0.001), quality of the seated position (p=0.01), repetitive motions in practical classes (p=0.038), hours per week studying at home (p=0.011), and moving patients (p=0.023), for neck pain. The shoulder pain’s risk factors were practicing chiropractic manipulations (p=0.015) and lifting heavy equipment with the back or knees (p=0.02). Upper back pain’s risk factors were gender (p=0.011), the course of study (p=0.001), and quality of the seated position (p=0.02). The elbow pain’s risk factors were repetitive movements in practical classes (p=0.036) and walking as a form of exercise (p=0.003). Hand and wrist pain’s risk factors were the course of study (p=0.03), treating a patient (p=0.042), and location of study (p=0.003). Low back pain’s risk factors were the year of study (p=0.042), quality of the seated position (p=0.006), mostly done , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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The effect of sacroiliac chiropractic adjustments on innominate angles
- Authors: Craig, Melanie Nicole
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Sacroiliac joint , Hip joint , Posture
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58591 , uj:16466
- Description: Abstract: Please refer to full text to view abstract , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Craig, Melanie Nicole
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Sacroiliac joint , Hip joint , Posture
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58591 , uj:16466
- Description: Abstract: Please refer to full text to view abstract , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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The effect of ultrasound therapy and upper cervical manipulative therapy as well as the combination thereof on chronic sinusitis
- De Bruyn, Cornelius Johannes
- Authors: De Bruyn, Cornelius Johannes
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Sinusitis - Chiropractic treatment , Spinal adjustment , Cervical vertebrae , Ultrasonics in medicine , Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/226484 , uj:22900
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to establish the effect of ultrasound therapy and upper cervical manipulative therapy as well as the combination thereof on chronic sinusitis. Method: Thirty participants who suffered from chronic sinusitis as indicated by the Sino-Nasal Outcome Test, participated in this study. Participants were randomly allocated into three equal groups. Group 1 received upper cervical manipulative therapy. Group 2 received ultrasound therapy on the frontal and maxillary sinuses and Group 3 received a combination of ultrasound therapy on the frontal and maxillary sinuses as well as upper cervical manipulative therapy. The study consisted of seven consultations over a three week period, with intervention on the first six consultations and subjective as well as objective data obtained at the first, fourth and seventh consultations. The intervention for Group 1 consisted of motion palpation of any restriction in the upper cervical spine. Diversified chiropractic techniques were used by the researcher to manipulate the restricted segment. Group 2 received ultrasound therapy on the frontal and maxillary sinuses and Group 3 received a combination of both cervical manipulative therapy as well as ultrasound therapy on the frontal and maxillary sinuses. Results: The subjective data had a positive average improvement of 74.9 % for Group 1, 68.9 % for Group 2 and 73 % for Group 3. The objective data had a positive average improvement of 34 % for Group 1, 21.9 % for Group 2 and 29.1 % for Group 3. Conclusion: This research thus proved that ultrasound therapy and upper cervical manipulative therapy as well as the combination thereof did benefit participants with chronic sinusitis. Participants had to receive all six treatments to experience a significant difference in their signs and symptoms...
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- Authors: De Bruyn, Cornelius Johannes
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Sinusitis - Chiropractic treatment , Spinal adjustment , Cervical vertebrae , Ultrasonics in medicine , Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/226484 , uj:22900
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to establish the effect of ultrasound therapy and upper cervical manipulative therapy as well as the combination thereof on chronic sinusitis. Method: Thirty participants who suffered from chronic sinusitis as indicated by the Sino-Nasal Outcome Test, participated in this study. Participants were randomly allocated into three equal groups. Group 1 received upper cervical manipulative therapy. Group 2 received ultrasound therapy on the frontal and maxillary sinuses and Group 3 received a combination of ultrasound therapy on the frontal and maxillary sinuses as well as upper cervical manipulative therapy. The study consisted of seven consultations over a three week period, with intervention on the first six consultations and subjective as well as objective data obtained at the first, fourth and seventh consultations. The intervention for Group 1 consisted of motion palpation of any restriction in the upper cervical spine. Diversified chiropractic techniques were used by the researcher to manipulate the restricted segment. Group 2 received ultrasound therapy on the frontal and maxillary sinuses and Group 3 received a combination of both cervical manipulative therapy as well as ultrasound therapy on the frontal and maxillary sinuses. Results: The subjective data had a positive average improvement of 74.9 % for Group 1, 68.9 % for Group 2 and 73 % for Group 3. The objective data had a positive average improvement of 34 % for Group 1, 21.9 % for Group 2 and 29.1 % for Group 3. Conclusion: This research thus proved that ultrasound therapy and upper cervical manipulative therapy as well as the combination thereof did benefit participants with chronic sinusitis. Participants had to receive all six treatments to experience a significant difference in their signs and symptoms...
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A case series describing the effect of lumbar manipulation on qEEG
- Du Plessis, Pieter Hermanus Olivier
- Authors: Du Plessis, Pieter Hermanus Olivier
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Spinal adjustment , Electroencephalography
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/268590 , uj:28514
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: The aim of the study was to compile a case series describing whether or not chiropractic manipulation delivered to lumbar spine motion restrictions have any recognisable effect on quantitative electroencephalogram readings. Method: A descriptive case series method was chosen for this study. The study took place at the University of Johannesburg’s Doornfontein campus, in the Chiropractic day clinic. The study consisted of 10 participants with lumbar spine motion restrictions. The electroencephalogram was used to record the participants’ brain wave activity with their eyes open and closed, before any lumbar manipulation was given. Post-manipulation, two measurements were taken, one while the participants’ eyes were open and one while the participants’ eyes were closed. The first measurement took place immediately after the manipulation, and the second measurement took place 30 minutes later. It was decided to simplify the quantitative electroencephalogram data to eyes open only, and the data was converted into mean values of the theta and beta brain waves. A change was described in the quantitative electroencephalogram readings following chiropractic manipulation for each individual participant, as well as during observation of the group average results. Results: After investigating the results, the brain waves showed distinct changes across all three lobes in all 10 participants. Typically there was either an increase or decrease immediately post manipulation. The majority of measurements across all lobes were higher than the initial baseline values 30 minutes post manipulation. Theta wave activity across the frontal and temporal lobes showed the same decrease-increase trend possibly due to the after-effect mechanism caused by lumbar manipulation. The largest increase in theta activity took place in the frontal lobe 30 minutes post manipulation. The most significant increase trend of the beta waves also took place in the frontal lobe, possibly due to the connection between the prefrontal cortex and the temporal and parietal association areas. The trends of these waves represent increased activity in the prefrontal cortex, leaving the participants in an attentive and vigilant state of information processing. The prefrontal cortex is responsible for activation of the executive function mechanism used to improve neurological function such as improved joint position sense, reaction time, cortical...
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- Authors: Du Plessis, Pieter Hermanus Olivier
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Spinal adjustment , Electroencephalography
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/268590 , uj:28514
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: The aim of the study was to compile a case series describing whether or not chiropractic manipulation delivered to lumbar spine motion restrictions have any recognisable effect on quantitative electroencephalogram readings. Method: A descriptive case series method was chosen for this study. The study took place at the University of Johannesburg’s Doornfontein campus, in the Chiropractic day clinic. The study consisted of 10 participants with lumbar spine motion restrictions. The electroencephalogram was used to record the participants’ brain wave activity with their eyes open and closed, before any lumbar manipulation was given. Post-manipulation, two measurements were taken, one while the participants’ eyes were open and one while the participants’ eyes were closed. The first measurement took place immediately after the manipulation, and the second measurement took place 30 minutes later. It was decided to simplify the quantitative electroencephalogram data to eyes open only, and the data was converted into mean values of the theta and beta brain waves. A change was described in the quantitative electroencephalogram readings following chiropractic manipulation for each individual participant, as well as during observation of the group average results. Results: After investigating the results, the brain waves showed distinct changes across all three lobes in all 10 participants. Typically there was either an increase or decrease immediately post manipulation. The majority of measurements across all lobes were higher than the initial baseline values 30 minutes post manipulation. Theta wave activity across the frontal and temporal lobes showed the same decrease-increase trend possibly due to the after-effect mechanism caused by lumbar manipulation. The largest increase in theta activity took place in the frontal lobe 30 minutes post manipulation. The most significant increase trend of the beta waves also took place in the frontal lobe, possibly due to the connection between the prefrontal cortex and the temporal and parietal association areas. The trends of these waves represent increased activity in the prefrontal cortex, leaving the participants in an attentive and vigilant state of information processing. The prefrontal cortex is responsible for activation of the executive function mechanism used to improve neurological function such as improved joint position sense, reaction time, cortical...
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Attitudes and beliefs of chiropractors towards the management of back pain: a cross-sectional study in Western Cape, South Africa
- Authors: Du Toit, Miné Mari
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Backache - Chiropractic treatment , Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/496323 , uj:45242
- Description: Abstract: Background: Chiropractors are commonly known as the primary care providers for patients with low back pain. In the past the main model for treatment used by health professionals was the biomedical model. However, it has been established that not only biological factors fully explains the cause of low back pain with associated disability, but psychological, social and organisational constructs should also be included in the management approach of low back pain. The biopsychosocial model is regarded as the best approach used by practitioners in the management of low back pain patients and is obtaining a wider recognition worldwide. Although there has been much research done regarding what conditions chiropractors come across in practice, there is very little research done with regards to the effects of the attitudes and beliefs of the practitioners regarding their treatment preference that may promote better outcomes and decrease the prevalence of associated disability of the patients. Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the attitudes and beliefs of South-African chiropractors, specifically from the Western Cape, with regards to their preference either of biomedical or biopsychosocial approach to the management of back pain. A secondary aim was to investigate whether the demographic variables had an effect on the preference of the practitioners approach to treatment. Method: This was a cross-sectional, quantitative and explorative study using QuestionPro with the help of the Statkon Department at the University of Johannesburg in the form of an online survey. The Pain Attitudes and Beliefs Scale for Physiotherapists questionnaire was used and distributed in March 2021 via email to all chiropractors registered with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa in the Western Cape. This tool was developed to determine the treatment orientation of practitioners with regards to their management approach of either biomedical or biopsychosocial with low back pain patients. The questionnaire also included demographic questions in order to determine if age, gender, educational institution and years of experience had an influence on the practitioners’ treatment preference... , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Du Toit, Miné Mari
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Backache - Chiropractic treatment , Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/496323 , uj:45242
- Description: Abstract: Background: Chiropractors are commonly known as the primary care providers for patients with low back pain. In the past the main model for treatment used by health professionals was the biomedical model. However, it has been established that not only biological factors fully explains the cause of low back pain with associated disability, but psychological, social and organisational constructs should also be included in the management approach of low back pain. The biopsychosocial model is regarded as the best approach used by practitioners in the management of low back pain patients and is obtaining a wider recognition worldwide. Although there has been much research done regarding what conditions chiropractors come across in practice, there is very little research done with regards to the effects of the attitudes and beliefs of the practitioners regarding their treatment preference that may promote better outcomes and decrease the prevalence of associated disability of the patients. Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the attitudes and beliefs of South-African chiropractors, specifically from the Western Cape, with regards to their preference either of biomedical or biopsychosocial approach to the management of back pain. A secondary aim was to investigate whether the demographic variables had an effect on the preference of the practitioners approach to treatment. Method: This was a cross-sectional, quantitative and explorative study using QuestionPro with the help of the Statkon Department at the University of Johannesburg in the form of an online survey. The Pain Attitudes and Beliefs Scale for Physiotherapists questionnaire was used and distributed in March 2021 via email to all chiropractors registered with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa in the Western Cape. This tool was developed to determine the treatment orientation of practitioners with regards to their management approach of either biomedical or biopsychosocial with low back pain patients. The questionnaire also included demographic questions in order to determine if age, gender, educational institution and years of experience had an influence on the practitioners’ treatment preference... , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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The effectiveness of Kinesio® taping for post dry needling soreness on active quadratus lumborum muscles
- Authors: Ferreira, Gert
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Pain - Treatment , Acupuncture , Back - Muscles
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/84495 , uj:19229
- Description: Abstract: Purpose: Lower back pain is a common disorder that affects at least 60-80% of people sometime in their lives. Active or latent myofascial trigger points are also a major contributor towards the formation of lower back pain. Patients who receive myofascial dry needling may experience post needling soreness which lasts approximately three to four days after the treatment. Kinesio® tape is a modality which assists in improving the circulation of lymph drainage as well as improving circulation of blood by eliminating body fluid or bleeding under the skin by lifting the muscle. However the efficiency of Kinesio® tape for post dry needling soreness of the active quadratus lumborum muscle trigger point has not been shown. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of Kinesio® taping for post dry needling soreness of the active quadratus lumborum muscle trigger point. Method: This is a comparative study using convenient sampling and random allocation. Participants were recruited by advertising with posters that were placed strategically around the University of Johannesburg, Doornfontein campus and the Chiropractic Day Clinic (Appendix A). The research study was done at the University of Johannesburg Chiropractic Day Clinic. Males and females with lower back pain, who met all the inclusion criteria, were considered to take part in this study. Forty male and female participants between the ages of 18 - 50 years old were recruited for this study. The participants were screened according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The research was explained to the participants; the participants were divided up randomly into one of two groups by means of drawing a piece of paper with a number on from a box. The study consisted of 40 participants in total. Group 1 had 20 participants who represented the myofascial dry needling and heat therapy group, and group 2 had 20 participants who represented the myofascial dry needling and Kinesio® Tape group. Procedure: There were three treatment sessions, consisting of myofascial dry needling and either heat therapy or Kinesio® tape as a post dry needle intervention, the subjective and objective data were recorded at all four visits. The subjective measurement was based on the Visual Analogue Pain Scale and the Oswestry Pain and Disability Questionnaire.... , M. Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Ferreira, Gert
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Pain - Treatment , Acupuncture , Back - Muscles
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/84495 , uj:19229
- Description: Abstract: Purpose: Lower back pain is a common disorder that affects at least 60-80% of people sometime in their lives. Active or latent myofascial trigger points are also a major contributor towards the formation of lower back pain. Patients who receive myofascial dry needling may experience post needling soreness which lasts approximately three to four days after the treatment. Kinesio® tape is a modality which assists in improving the circulation of lymph drainage as well as improving circulation of blood by eliminating body fluid or bleeding under the skin by lifting the muscle. However the efficiency of Kinesio® tape for post dry needling soreness of the active quadratus lumborum muscle trigger point has not been shown. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of Kinesio® taping for post dry needling soreness of the active quadratus lumborum muscle trigger point. Method: This is a comparative study using convenient sampling and random allocation. Participants were recruited by advertising with posters that were placed strategically around the University of Johannesburg, Doornfontein campus and the Chiropractic Day Clinic (Appendix A). The research study was done at the University of Johannesburg Chiropractic Day Clinic. Males and females with lower back pain, who met all the inclusion criteria, were considered to take part in this study. Forty male and female participants between the ages of 18 - 50 years old were recruited for this study. The participants were screened according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The research was explained to the participants; the participants were divided up randomly into one of two groups by means of drawing a piece of paper with a number on from a box. The study consisted of 40 participants in total. Group 1 had 20 participants who represented the myofascial dry needling and heat therapy group, and group 2 had 20 participants who represented the myofascial dry needling and Kinesio® Tape group. Procedure: There were three treatment sessions, consisting of myofascial dry needling and either heat therapy or Kinesio® tape as a post dry needle intervention, the subjective and objective data were recorded at all four visits. The subjective measurement was based on the Visual Analogue Pain Scale and the Oswestry Pain and Disability Questionnaire.... , M. Tech. (Chiropractic)
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The effect of chiropractic manipulative therapy on erector spinae and quadratus lumborum muscle endurance in the presence of leg length inequality
- Authors: Graham, Meagan
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Leg length inequality , Muscle strength
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58171 , uj:16426
- Description: Abstract: The aim of this study was to determine whether chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy has a quantifiable effect on the endurance times of the erector spinae and quadratus lumborum muscles in the initial presence of leg length inequality. Thirty participants were recruited, all of which were between the ages of eighteen and forty-five. Participants needed to present with a leg length inequality. Exclusion criteria included pathology of the joints of the extremities. All the participants had chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy to restricted lumbar/sacroiliac joints. Participants received treatment twice weekly for three consecutive weeks (i.e. six treatments). On the seventh visit, in the fourth week, no treatment was administered. Objective measurements and subjective leg length inequality checks were performed at visits one and four, prior to treatment, and at visit seven. Objective data was obtained from the Biering-Sørensen test and quadratus lumborum endurance time. Subjective checks determined side of leg length inequality (i.e. short leg) using supine leg check. The group exhibited an increase in endurance times after administration of chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy. Improvement occurred in the latter part of the data collection indicating a need for long-term treatment. The subgroup, that exhibited a correction to leg length, displayed a greater improvement in quadratus lumborum endurance than that of the group overall. This study has shown that chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy may be used as a form of treatment to increase muscle endurance times through reduction in muscle hypertonicity. It has also confirmed clinically that when there is a correction to leg length there is a greater improvement in trunk extensor endurance times. , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Graham, Meagan
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Leg length inequality , Muscle strength
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58171 , uj:16426
- Description: Abstract: The aim of this study was to determine whether chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy has a quantifiable effect on the endurance times of the erector spinae and quadratus lumborum muscles in the initial presence of leg length inequality. Thirty participants were recruited, all of which were between the ages of eighteen and forty-five. Participants needed to present with a leg length inequality. Exclusion criteria included pathology of the joints of the extremities. All the participants had chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy to restricted lumbar/sacroiliac joints. Participants received treatment twice weekly for three consecutive weeks (i.e. six treatments). On the seventh visit, in the fourth week, no treatment was administered. Objective measurements and subjective leg length inequality checks were performed at visits one and four, prior to treatment, and at visit seven. Objective data was obtained from the Biering-Sørensen test and quadratus lumborum endurance time. Subjective checks determined side of leg length inequality (i.e. short leg) using supine leg check. The group exhibited an increase in endurance times after administration of chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy. Improvement occurred in the latter part of the data collection indicating a need for long-term treatment. The subgroup, that exhibited a correction to leg length, displayed a greater improvement in quadratus lumborum endurance than that of the group overall. This study has shown that chiropractic spinal manipulative therapy may be used as a form of treatment to increase muscle endurance times through reduction in muscle hypertonicity. It has also confirmed clinically that when there is a correction to leg length there is a greater improvement in trunk extensor endurance times. , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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Patella mobilization and manipulation in patellofemoral pain syndrome
- Authors: Grové, Constant
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Patellofemoral joint , Chiropractic , Pain - Chiropractic treatment
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/246806 , uj:25604
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic , Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this research study was to determine the efficacy of knee mobilisation and manipulation as treatment for patellofemoral pain syndrome and quadriceps muscle strength. Method: The study was an exploratory study that utilised a single group with one intervention protocol. Procedure: The study made use of 30 participants whom were all placed in a single intervention group. The participants we all symptomatic, presenting with anterior knee pain. Each participant was required to return for seven visits, where they received six treatments for their condition. At visit one, four and seven, strength readings were taken using a push/pull dynamometer and pain and disability was measured by the completion of the Kujala pain questionnaire. All data was recorded by the researcher and analysed by Statkon. Results: The results indicated that there is a decrease in patient reported pain and disability between visit one and visit four as well as between visit four and visit seven when readings were taken. The study also showed that there was an increase in quadriceps muscle strength between visit one and visit four as well as between visit four and visit seven when readings were taken. Conclusion: The conclusion is that knee joint mobilisation and manipulation is an effective protocol for the treatment of patellofemoral pain syndrome and for increasing quadriceps muscle strength.
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- Authors: Grové, Constant
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Patellofemoral joint , Chiropractic , Pain - Chiropractic treatment
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/246806 , uj:25604
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic , Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this research study was to determine the efficacy of knee mobilisation and manipulation as treatment for patellofemoral pain syndrome and quadriceps muscle strength. Method: The study was an exploratory study that utilised a single group with one intervention protocol. Procedure: The study made use of 30 participants whom were all placed in a single intervention group. The participants we all symptomatic, presenting with anterior knee pain. Each participant was required to return for seven visits, where they received six treatments for their condition. At visit one, four and seven, strength readings were taken using a push/pull dynamometer and pain and disability was measured by the completion of the Kujala pain questionnaire. All data was recorded by the researcher and analysed by Statkon. Results: The results indicated that there is a decrease in patient reported pain and disability between visit one and visit four as well as between visit four and visit seven when readings were taken. The study also showed that there was an increase in quadriceps muscle strength between visit one and visit four as well as between visit four and visit seven when readings were taken. Conclusion: The conclusion is that knee joint mobilisation and manipulation is an effective protocol for the treatment of patellofemoral pain syndrome and for increasing quadriceps muscle strength.
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South African chiropractic website claims related to diagnosis and treatment of non-musculoskeletal conditions : a cross-sectional study
- Authors: Havemann, Damian Deacon
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/476486 , uj:43021
- Description: Abstract: Background: There has been an increasing shift from print to online publication of healthcare information with the advancement of the 4th industrial revolution. Whilst legislation has been released regarding the scope of practice (Allied Health Professions Act 63 of 1982) and ethics with regards to advertising online (2015 Code of Ethics, Including Guidelines for Good Practice and Guidelines for Making Professional Services Known), the monitoring of internet platforms is not mandated. This has allowed for unregulated and misinformed advertising practices amongst practitioners regarding website claims. There has been no research completed on the nature and compliance of South African chiropractic website claims, referencing or relating to the frequency of non-musculoskeletal conditions with respect to the chiropractic scope of practice in South Africa... , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Havemann, Damian Deacon
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/476486 , uj:43021
- Description: Abstract: Background: There has been an increasing shift from print to online publication of healthcare information with the advancement of the 4th industrial revolution. Whilst legislation has been released regarding the scope of practice (Allied Health Professions Act 63 of 1982) and ethics with regards to advertising online (2015 Code of Ethics, Including Guidelines for Good Practice and Guidelines for Making Professional Services Known), the monitoring of internet platforms is not mandated. This has allowed for unregulated and misinformed advertising practices amongst practitioners regarding website claims. There has been no research completed on the nature and compliance of South African chiropractic website claims, referencing or relating to the frequency of non-musculoskeletal conditions with respect to the chiropractic scope of practice in South Africa... , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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The effect of high heeled shoes on anterior pelvic tilt and lumbar lordosis
- Authors: Hurter, Craig Paul
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Women's shoes , Pelvis , Posture , Spine - Abnormalities , Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58555 , uj:16462
- Description: Abstract: Please refer to full text to view abstract , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Hurter, Craig Paul
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Women's shoes , Pelvis , Posture , Spine - Abnormalities , Chiropractic
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58555 , uj:16462
- Description: Abstract: Please refer to full text to view abstract , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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Survival of bacterial pathogens on vinyl chiropractic treatment beds
- Authors: Kruger, Marni
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Industrial hygiene , Pathogenic bacteria
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/231481 , uj:23583
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: This research study was to determine the bacterial survival of bacterial strains associated with human infections on vinyl chiropractic treatment beds, with and without disinfection. Method: Bacterial survival kinetics was used to determine the effect of natural, versus disinfection related die-off of the bacteria on vinyl chiropractic treatment beds. Procedure: The study made use of three portable, vinyl chiropractic treatment beds, that was placed in an isolated room on campus. These beds were divided into six blocks using masking tape, signifying the three interventions tested and their controls. The blocks were further divided into four blocks, for the four time intervals tested. Four bacterial strains, Klebsiella pneumonia, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, were applied to the beds, one strain per day, water, alcohol and a soap based product was used to clean and disinfect three of the blocks, the others were used as a control and to monitor the natural die-off of the strains. All data were recorded by the researcher and analysed by Statkon. Results: The results indicated that there is no observable decrease in bacterial numbers over a six-hour period if no intervention is applied to the beds. The study also showed that alcohol and Distel are both equally effective disinfectants for vinyl chiropractic treatment beds. Both of them proved to cause a three-log10 reduction within five minutes, with no bacterial growth in six hours. Conclusion: Alcohol and Distel both proved to be effective disinfectants on these types of beds. Since there is no observable decrease of bacterial numbers over six hours, a cleaning and disinfection protocol for the vinyl chiropractic treatment beds is important to lower the risk of infection of...
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- Authors: Kruger, Marni
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Industrial hygiene , Pathogenic bacteria
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/231481 , uj:23583
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: This research study was to determine the bacterial survival of bacterial strains associated with human infections on vinyl chiropractic treatment beds, with and without disinfection. Method: Bacterial survival kinetics was used to determine the effect of natural, versus disinfection related die-off of the bacteria on vinyl chiropractic treatment beds. Procedure: The study made use of three portable, vinyl chiropractic treatment beds, that was placed in an isolated room on campus. These beds were divided into six blocks using masking tape, signifying the three interventions tested and their controls. The blocks were further divided into four blocks, for the four time intervals tested. Four bacterial strains, Klebsiella pneumonia, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, were applied to the beds, one strain per day, water, alcohol and a soap based product was used to clean and disinfect three of the blocks, the others were used as a control and to monitor the natural die-off of the strains. All data were recorded by the researcher and analysed by Statkon. Results: The results indicated that there is no observable decrease in bacterial numbers over a six-hour period if no intervention is applied to the beds. The study also showed that alcohol and Distel are both equally effective disinfectants for vinyl chiropractic treatment beds. Both of them proved to cause a three-log10 reduction within five minutes, with no bacterial growth in six hours. Conclusion: Alcohol and Distel both proved to be effective disinfectants on these types of beds. Since there is no observable decrease of bacterial numbers over six hours, a cleaning and disinfection protocol for the vinyl chiropractic treatment beds is important to lower the risk of infection of...
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A case series describing the medium term effect of cervical manipulation on qEEG
- Authors: Labuschagne, Larisha Rensia
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Cervical vertebrae , Spinal adjustment , Electroencephalography
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/268509 , uj:28504
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: The aim of the study was to compile a case series describing the medium- term effect of cervical manipulation on quantitative electroencephalogram (qEEG) readings over multiple chiropractic manipulations. Method: A descriptive design was used to perform this study. One group, which consisted of 10 participants, contributed to this study to detect if a cervical manipulation may have an influence on brainwave activity over a period of time (and therefore qEEG readings). The study took place in the UJ Chiropractic Day Clinic on the Doornfontein Campus. The participants were manipulated once a week for three consecutive weeks. As qEEG readings are easily influenced by external stimuli, the participants were in a room with minimal stimulation. Each participant’s brainwaves were recorded with two-minutes eyes open and two-minutes eyes closed. They then received a cervical spine manipulation to restricted vertebrae followed with another two-minute eyes open and two-minute eyes closed intervals. Only the theta (slow waves) and beta (fast waves) values were converted into numerical values and were used to describe potential changes. Results: The frontal lobe presented the most varied readings throughout the three visits and the parietal lobe revealed the most active changes. Findings of particular interest in this study were evident in older participants and a single participant with peripheral complications. Conclusion: This study was done to describe the effect cervical manipulation has on qEEG (not a particular increase or decrease) in ten participants. It was shown that post-cervical manipulation over a medium - term theta and beta waves of all lobes demonstrated change. Further investigation is necessary in order to offer evidence on how and why a chiropractic manipulation may have an effect on qEEG as well as what the implications could mean.
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- Authors: Labuschagne, Larisha Rensia
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Chiropractic , Cervical vertebrae , Spinal adjustment , Electroencephalography
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/268509 , uj:28504
- Description: M.Tech. (Chiropractic) , Abstract: Purpose: The aim of the study was to compile a case series describing the medium- term effect of cervical manipulation on quantitative electroencephalogram (qEEG) readings over multiple chiropractic manipulations. Method: A descriptive design was used to perform this study. One group, which consisted of 10 participants, contributed to this study to detect if a cervical manipulation may have an influence on brainwave activity over a period of time (and therefore qEEG readings). The study took place in the UJ Chiropractic Day Clinic on the Doornfontein Campus. The participants were manipulated once a week for three consecutive weeks. As qEEG readings are easily influenced by external stimuli, the participants were in a room with minimal stimulation. Each participant’s brainwaves were recorded with two-minutes eyes open and two-minutes eyes closed. They then received a cervical spine manipulation to restricted vertebrae followed with another two-minute eyes open and two-minute eyes closed intervals. Only the theta (slow waves) and beta (fast waves) values were converted into numerical values and were used to describe potential changes. Results: The frontal lobe presented the most varied readings throughout the three visits and the parietal lobe revealed the most active changes. Findings of particular interest in this study were evident in older participants and a single participant with peripheral complications. Conclusion: This study was done to describe the effect cervical manipulation has on qEEG (not a particular increase or decrease) in ten participants. It was shown that post-cervical manipulation over a medium - term theta and beta waves of all lobes demonstrated change. Further investigation is necessary in order to offer evidence on how and why a chiropractic manipulation may have an effect on qEEG as well as what the implications could mean.
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The effect of chiropractic manipulation of the elbow on joint position sense
- Authors: Leggett, Evan
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Elbow , Chiropractic , Manipulation (Therapeutics) , Proprioception
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58601 , uj:16468
- Description: Abstract: Please refer to full text to view abstract , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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- Authors: Leggett, Evan
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Elbow , Chiropractic , Manipulation (Therapeutics) , Proprioception
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/58601 , uj:16468
- Description: Abstract: Please refer to full text to view abstract , M.Tech. (Chiropractic)
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