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Does digital gaming enable healthy aging for community-dwelling people with dementia? (2015)
Journal Article
Cutler, C., Hicks, B., & Innes, A. (2016). Does digital gaming enable healthy aging for community-dwelling people with dementia?. Games and Culture, 11(1-2), 104-129. https://doi.org/10.1177/1555412015600580

This article critically explores the benefits of commercial digital gaming technology for healthy aging of people with dementia. Research with community-dwelling people with dementia has highlighted the need for enhanced access to nonpharmacological... Read More about Does digital gaming enable healthy aging for community-dwelling people with dementia?.

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for inflammatory bowel disease patients : findings from an exploratory pilot randomised controlled trial (2015)
Journal Article
Schoultz, M., Atherton, I., & Watson, A. (2015). Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for inflammatory bowel disease patients : findings from an exploratory pilot randomised controlled trial. Trials, 16(1), https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-015-0909-5

BACKGROUND: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic gastrointestinal condition with a relapsing disease course. Managing the relapsing nature of the disease causes daily stress for IBD patients; thus, IBD patients report higher rates of depre... Read More about Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for inflammatory bowel disease patients : findings from an exploratory pilot randomised controlled trial.

The use of visual methodologies in social work research over the last decade : a narrative review and some questions for the future (2015)
Journal Article
Clark, A., & Morriss, L. (2017). The use of visual methodologies in social work research over the last decade : a narrative review and some questions for the future. Qualitative Social Work, 16(1), 29-43. https://doi.org/10.1177/1473325015601205

This paper outlines the use of visual methodologies in international social work research over the past 10 years. It presents a narrative overview of the types and range of visual methodologies that have been used, explores the benefits of employing... Read More about The use of visual methodologies in social work research over the last decade : a narrative review and some questions for the future.

Visualization of sedentary behavior using an event- based approach (2015)
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based approach. Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science, 19(3), 148-157. https://doi.org/10.1080/1091367X.2015.1048342

Visualization is commonly used in the interpretation of physical behavior (PB) data, either in conjunction with or as precursor to formal analysis. Effective representations of the data can enable the identification of patterns of behavior, and how t... Read More about Visualization of sedentary behavior using an event- based approach.

A method for calculating effective lifetime risk of radiation-induced cancer from screening mammography (2015)
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Ali, R., England, A., McEntee, M., & Hogg, P. (2015). A method for calculating effective lifetime risk of radiation-induced cancer from screening mammography. Radiography, 21(4), 298-303. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2015.07.008

Purpose: To propose a method for evaluating the effective lifetime risk of radiation-induced cancer from screening mammography and to present initial data for the UK National Breast Screening Programme. Material and methods: The imaging was und... Read More about A method for calculating effective lifetime risk of radiation-induced cancer from screening mammography.

Assessing stimulus--stimulus (semantic) conflict in the Stroop task using saccadic two-to-one color response mapping and preresponse pupillary measures (2015)
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Hasshim, N., & Parris, B. A. (2015). Assessing stimulus--stimulus (semantic) conflict in the Stroop task using saccadic two-to-one color response mapping and preresponse pupillary measures. Attention, Perception, and Psychophysics, 77, 2601--2610. https://doi.org/10.3758/s13414-015-0971-9

Conflict in the Stroop task is thought to come from various stages of processing, including semantics. Two-to-one response mappings, in which two response-set colors share a common response location, have been used to isolate stimulus–stimulus (seman... Read More about Assessing stimulus--stimulus (semantic) conflict in the Stroop task using saccadic two-to-one color response mapping and preresponse pupillary measures.

Chronic Eccentric Exercise and the Older Adult (2015)
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Gluchowski, A., Harris, N., Dulson, D., & Cronin, J. (2015). Chronic Eccentric Exercise and the Older Adult. Sports Medicine, 45(10), 1413-1430. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-015-0373-0

Eccentric exercise has gained increasing attention as a suitable and promising intervention to delay or mitigate the known physical and physiological declines associated with aging. Determining the relative efficacy of eccentric exercise when compare... Read More about Chronic Eccentric Exercise and the Older Adult.

A new coordination pattern classification to assess gait kinematics when utilising a modified vector coding technique (2015)
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A. Needham, R., Naemi, R., & Chockalingam, N. (2015). A new coordination pattern classification to assess gait kinematics when utilising a modified vector coding technique. Journal of Biomechanics, 48(12), 3506-3511. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2015.07.023

A modified vector coding (VC) technique was used to quantify lumbar–pelvic coordination during gait. The outcome measure from the modified VC technique is known as the coupling angle (CA) which can be classified into one of four coordination patterns... Read More about A new coordination pattern classification to assess gait kinematics when utilising a modified vector coding technique.

Evaluation of gait symmetry in poliomyelitis subjects : Comparison of a conventional knee ankle foot orthosis (KAFO) and a new powered KAFO. (2015)
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Arazpour, M., Ahmadi, F., Bahramizadeh, M., Samadiam, M., Mousavi, M., Bani, M., & Hutchins, S. (2016). Evaluation of gait symmetry in poliomyelitis subjects : Comparison of a conventional knee ankle foot orthosis (KAFO) and a new powered KAFO. Prosthetics and Orthotics International, 40(6), 689-695. https://doi.org/10.1177/0309364615596063

Background: Compared to able-bodied subjects, subjects with post polio syndrome and poliomyelitis demonstrate a preference for weight-bearing on the non-paretic limb, causing gait asymmetry. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the... Read More about Evaluation of gait symmetry in poliomyelitis subjects : Comparison of a conventional knee ankle foot orthosis (KAFO) and a new powered KAFO..

Characterising the biophysical properties of normal and hyperkeratotic foot skin (2015)
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Hashmi, F., Nester, C., Wright, C., Newton, V., & Lam, S. (2015). Characterising the biophysical properties of normal and hyperkeratotic foot skin. Journal of Foot and Ankle Research, 8(35), https://doi.org/10.1186/s13047-015-0092-7

BACKGROUND: Plantar foot skin exhibits unique biophysical properties that are distinct from skin on other areas of the body. This paper characterises, using non-invasive methods, the biophysical properties of foot skin in healthy and pathological... Read More about Characterising the biophysical properties of normal and hyperkeratotic foot skin.

Acromio-humeral distance in athletes’ shoulders (2015)
Journal Article
Mackenzie, T., Herrington, L., Horsley, I., & Cools, A. (2015). Acromio-humeral distance in athletes’ shoulders. Annals of sports medicine and research, 2(7), 1042

Preservation of the acromio-humeral distance in athletes is important to prevent impingement of the rotator cuff tendons in the subacromial space. It is hypothesised that during arm abduction, the acromio-humeral distance is maintained in the athle... Read More about Acromio-humeral distance in athletes’ shoulders.

Ethical practice for managers (2015)
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Stonehouse, D. (2015). Ethical practice for managers. British Journal of Healthcare Management, 21(8), 375-377. https://doi.org/10.12968/bjhc.2015.21.8.375

In this article, the author will examine and discuss how the manager can practice in an ethical way, thereby enhancing their performance and day-to-day role. Codes of conduct are both legal and ethical frameworks which assist managers in knowing what... Read More about Ethical practice for managers.

Protocol for a randomised controlled trial for Reducing Arthritis Fatigue by clinical teams using cognitive behavioural approaches (RAFT). (2015)
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Hewlett, S., Ambler, N., Almeida, C., Blair, P., Choy, E., Dures, E., …Pollock, J. (2015). Protocol for a randomised controlled trial for Reducing Arthritis Fatigue by clinical teams using cognitive behavioural approaches (RAFT). BMJ Open, 5, e009061. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2015-009061

Introduction: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) fatigue is distressing, leading to unmanageable physical and cognitive exhaustion impacting on health, leisure and work. Group cognitive–behavioural (CB) therapy delivered by a clinical psychologist demonstr... Read More about Protocol for a randomised controlled trial for Reducing Arthritis Fatigue by clinical teams using cognitive behavioural approaches (RAFT)..

An investigation into the relationship between maximum Isometric strength and vertical jump performance (2015)
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Thomas, C., Jones, P., Rothwell, J., Chiang, C., & Comfort, P. (2015). An investigation into the relationship between maximum Isometric strength and vertical jump performance. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 29(8), 2176-2185. https://doi.org/10.1519/jsc.0000000000000866

Abstract: Thomas, C, Jones, PA, Rothwell, J, Chiang, CY, and Comfort, P. An investigation into the relationship between maximum isometric strength and vertical jump performance. J Strength Cond Res 29(8): 2176–2185, 2015—Research has demonstrated a c... Read More about An investigation into the relationship between maximum Isometric strength and vertical jump performance.

Neuroscience safe staffing benchmark statements explained (2015)
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Braine, M., Cook, N., & Waterhouse, C. (2015). Neuroscience safe staffing benchmark statements explained. British Journal of Neuroscience Nursing, 11(4), 191-195. https://doi.org/10.12968/bjnn.2015.11.4.191

Staffing levels have long been a subject of debate in nursing. They are connected to quality of care, team cohesion, turnover, skill mix and managing risk (Harrington et al, 2012a), all of which are fundamental to providing quality, person-centred ca... Read More about Neuroscience safe staffing benchmark statements explained.

An investigation into the relationship between maximum isometric strength and vertical jump performance (2015)
Journal Article
Thomas, C., Jones, P., Rothwell, J., Chiang, C., & Comfort, P. (2015). An investigation into the relationship between maximum isometric strength and vertical jump performance. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 29(8), 2176-2185. https://doi.org/10.1519/JSC.0000000000000866

Research has demonstrated a clear relationship between dynamic strength and vertical jump (VJ) performance; however, the relationship of isometric strength and VJ performance has been studied less extensively. The aim of this study was to determine t... Read More about An investigation into the relationship between maximum isometric strength and vertical jump performance.

Preparing women for breast screening mammography : a feasibility study to determine the potential value of an on-line social network and information hub (2015)
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Robinson, L., Griffiths, M., Wray, J., Ure, C., Shires, G., Stein Hodgins, J., …Hilton, B. (2015). Preparing women for breast screening mammography : a feasibility study to determine the potential value of an on-line social network and information hub. Radiography, 21(4), 308-314. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2015.07.004

This feasibility study explored the attitudes of women towards social media for support about breast screening mammography. It sought their ideas about what a dedicated breast screening hub or Digital Support Network (DSN) might comprise; how they wo... Read More about Preparing women for breast screening mammography : a feasibility study to determine the potential value of an on-line social network and information hub.

The geography of wage inequality in British cities (2015)
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Lee, N., Sissons, P., & Jones, K. (2016). The geography of wage inequality in British cities. Regional Studies, 50(10), 1714-1727. https://doi.org/10.1080/00343404.2015.1053859

There is widespread concern about the scale and implications of urban inequality in Great Britain, but little evidence on which cities are the most unequal and why. This paper investigates patterns of wage inequality in 60 British cities. It has two... Read More about The geography of wage inequality in British cities.

The effect of aging on gait parameters in able-bodied older subjects: a literature review (2015)
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Aboutorabi, A., Arazpour, M., Bahramizadeh, M., Hutchins, S., & Fadayevatan, R. (2016). The effect of aging on gait parameters in able-bodied older subjects: a literature review. Aging clinical and experimental research, 28(3), 393-405. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40520-015-0420-6

Background Gait disorders are common in the elderly populations, and their prevalence increases with age. Abnormal gait has been associated with greater risk for adverse outcomes in older adults, such as immobility and falls, which in turn lead to... Read More about The effect of aging on gait parameters in able-bodied older subjects: a literature review.