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Measurement of physical activity levels and self-efficacy during early recovery after acute myocardial infarction in Jordan
Thesis
Shajrawi, A. (in press). Measurement of physical activity levels and self-efficacy during early recovery after acute myocardial infarction in Jordan. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background: Cardiovascular disease is responsible for over 17.1 million deaths annually worldwide. Secondary prevention plays a key role in reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease. The cardiac rehabilitation programme is an effective interventi... Read More about Measurement of physical activity levels and self-efficacy during early recovery after acute myocardial infarction in Jordan.

Can Total Quality Management improve the quality of care in Saudi Arabian hospitals? A patient and service provider perspective
Thesis

Background
The purpose of this study was to explore existing TQM practice in Saudi Arabian public hospitals, with the aim of improving quality of care, efficiency and productivity, and promoting strong patient satisfaction. Saudi Arabia has made si... Read More about Can Total Quality Management improve the quality of care in Saudi Arabian hospitals? A patient and service provider perspective.

Functional tasks before and after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction : are there mechanical differences?
Thesis
Alarifi, S. Functional tasks before and after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction : are there mechanical differences?. (Thesis). University of Salford

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a major cause of significant time loss to sports participation, as well as reportedly leading to an increased risk of osteoarthritis (OA). Knee instability and functional adaptations are likely to occur foll... Read More about Functional tasks before and after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction : are there mechanical differences?.

Exploration of user involvement and collaboration in a co-design project : a case study
Thesis
Seppala, L. Exploration of user involvement and collaboration in a co-design project : a case study. (Thesis). University of Salford

Introduction
Collaborative design (co-design) is an approach that includes ‘users’ in the design process. This approach is growing in popularity amongst companies seeking to develop a competitive advantage in the field of outdoor clothing and equi... Read More about Exploration of user involvement and collaboration in a co-design project : a case study.

Is this seat taken? Behavioural analysis of the Telethrone : a novel situated telepresence display
Presentation / Conference
O'Hare, J., Bendall, R., Weir, B., Thomas, G., & Roberts, D. Is this seat taken? Behavioural analysis of the Telethrone : a novel situated telepresence display. Presented at ICAT-EGVE 2016 - International Conference on Artificial Reality and Telexistence and Eurographics Symposium on Virtual Environments, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA

We present research with two novel components; a system which may improve current small group telecommunication, and an experiment to test the efficacy. Telethrone projects a remote user onto a chair, bringing them into your space. The chair acts as... Read More about Is this seat taken? Behavioural analysis of the Telethrone : a novel situated telepresence display.

Factors affecting seating prescription : a qualitative evaluation of Watercell® technology in complex static chairs
Presentation / Conference
Bartley, C., & Stephens, M. Factors affecting seating prescription : a qualitative evaluation of Watercell® technology in complex static chairs. Presented at ISS 2017 - 33rd International Seating Symposium, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Centre, Nashville, Tennessee, USA

This paper will highlight important factors practitioners should consider when prescribing seating for people who sit for extended periods of time (comfort, pressure redistribution, aesthetics, function, posture, occupation, support and end user coll... Read More about Factors affecting seating prescription : a qualitative evaluation of Watercell® technology in complex static chairs.

Factors affecting seating prescription : a qualitative evaluation of Watercell® technology in complex static chairs
Presentation / Conference
Bartley, C., & Stephens, M. Factors affecting seating prescription : a qualitative evaluation of Watercell® technology in complex static chairs. Presented at ISS 2017 - 33rd International Seating Symposium, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Centre, Nashville, Tennessee, USA

This paper will highlight important factors practitioners should consider when prescribing seating for people who sit for extended periods of time (comfort, pressure redistribution, aesthetics, function, posture, occupation, support and end user coll... Read More about Factors affecting seating prescription : a qualitative evaluation of Watercell® technology in complex static chairs.