Outputs (298)

Prospective observational study of postoperative epidural analgesia for major abdominal surgery (2009)
Thesis
Duncan, F. Prospective observational study of postoperative epidural analgesia for major abdominal surgery. (Thesis). University of Salford

The number of surgical procedures is increasing worldwide. The Audit Commission set a target that only 5% of patients should experience severe post-operative pain. Major abdominal surgery is a cause of severe post-operative pain. Epidural analgesia... Read More about Prospective observational study of postoperative epidural analgesia for major abdominal surgery.

Childhood obesity : understanding the user perspective to inform prevention and treatment strategies (2009)
Thesis
Flannery, O. Childhood obesity : understanding the user perspective to inform prevention and treatment strategies. (Thesis). University of Salford

As a result of increasing prevalence in childhood obesity, it is now at the forefront of policy agendas. To date, however, there is a paucity of evidence in the UK, relating to the behavioural and environmental factors which influence diet and physic... Read More about Childhood obesity : understanding the user perspective to inform prevention and treatment strategies.

The biomechanics of foot and ankle problems after stroke and the effects of orthotics on such problems (2009)
Thesis
Forghany, S. The biomechanics of foot and ankle problems after stroke and the effects of orthotics on such problems. (Thesis). University of Salford

Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability and -50% of people with stroke suffer foot deformities which influence walking. The aim of this study was to investigate foot and ankle biomechanics, posture, multi-segment kinematics and plantar press... Read More about The biomechanics of foot and ankle problems after stroke and the effects of orthotics on such problems.

Constructing a bio-health knowledge base for access via a standardised electronic health record prototype (2009)
Thesis
Jing, X. Constructing a bio-health knowledge base for access via a standardised electronic health record prototype. (Thesis). University of Salford

Aim and Objectives: To explore the feasibility of accessing biological information and associated health information through a standards-based electronic health record. The objectives include constructing: a condition specific knowledge base prototy... Read More about Constructing a bio-health knowledge base for access via a standardised electronic health record prototype.

The mechanical design of legged robots (2009)
Thesis
Liu, A. The mechanical design of legged robots. (Thesis). University of Salford

This thesis has focused on the mechanical design of statically stable multi-legged CLimbing And WAlking Robots(CLAWAR) machines and, since crab-like machines represent an important sub-class, in this thesis they were chosen as the subject of the stu... Read More about The mechanical design of legged robots.

Plantar pressure distribution in 4 to 7 year olds (2009)
Thesis
Phethean, J. Plantar pressure distribution in 4 to 7 year olds. (Thesis). University of Salford

Introduction This study focuses on the plantar pressure distribution patterns in children aged 4 to 7 years of age for the purposes of a better understanding of any age-related changes and from that a better understanding of age-related changes in f... Read More about Plantar pressure distribution in 4 to 7 year olds.

Evaluation of TiO2 and Ag-TiO2, CuO-TiO2 composite films for self-disinfection activity (2009)
Thesis
Steele, K. Evaluation of TiO2 and Ag-TiO2, CuO-TiO2 composite films for self-disinfection activity. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The removal or killing of microorganisms on surfaces is of concern in the health care setting, food preparation areas and general work environment. The use of TiO2 photosterilisation has been proposed as an alternative to chemical disinf... Read More about Evaluation of TiO2 and Ag-TiO2, CuO-TiO2 composite films for self-disinfection activity.

Quantification of breathlessness using descriptors in cardiopulmonary disease (2009)
Thesis
Yorke, J. Quantification of breathlessness using descriptors in cardiopulmonary disease. (Thesis). University of Salford

Rationale: Breathlessness is a multidimensional construct reflected in different verbal descriptors. It is a perceptual experience that is complex and highly subjective. In cardiopulmonary disease breathlessness can be extremely debilitating and dist... Read More about Quantification of breathlessness using descriptors in cardiopulmonary disease.

"Standing on the shoulders of giants" : understanding mental health promotion and social inclusion through work based experiences and patient and public partnership (2009)
Thesis
Young, S. "Standing on the shoulders of giants" : understanding mental health promotion and social inclusion through work based experiences and patient and public partnership. (Thesis). University of Salford

This inquiry focused on my practice which required me to increasingly engage patients and the public in developing health and social care provision. Both retrospectively and in real time, I sought to, review and understand my own learning processes... Read More about "Standing on the shoulders of giants" : understanding mental health promotion and social inclusion through work based experiences and patient and public partnership.

Assessing local authorities’ progress in meeting the accommodation needs of Gypsy and traveller communities in Scotland : Final report (2009)
Report
in Scotland : Final report

In its 2006 report Common Ground, the Commission for Racial Equality (CRE) concluded that Gypsies and Irish Travellers are the most excluded groups in Britain today. Advances in social mobility and access to power made by other disadvantaged group... Read More about Assessing local authorities’ progress in meeting the accommodation needs of Gypsy and traveller communities in Scotland : Final report.