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Participatory action research to improve physical health care within a crisis resolution home treatment service
Thesis
Davidson, S. Participatory action research to improve physical health care within a crisis resolution home treatment service. (Thesis). Salford: University of Salford

The thesis presents a participatory action research (PAR) study focusing on
improving physical health assessment at a Crisis Resolution Home Treatment
(CRHT) service. The aim of the study was to develop a robust and consistent
approach in addressi... Read More about Participatory action research to improve physical health care within a crisis resolution home treatment service.

Factors influencing the Acromio-Humeral distance in elite athletes
Thesis
Mackenzie, T., Herrington, L., & Horsley, I. (in press). Factors influencing the Acromio-Humeral distance in elite athletes. (Thesis). University of Salford

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome is prevalent in sportsmen and can end sporting careers. The Acromio-Humeral distance (AHD) is a measure taken with ultrasound (US) and used to quantify the space in which structures in the shoulder become impinged. This... Read More about Factors influencing the Acromio-Humeral distance in elite athletes.

Physical and match performance of female soccer players
Thesis
Turner, E. (in press). Physical and match performance of female soccer players. (Thesis). University of Salford

The English Football Association (FA) reported female soccer was the nation’s number one team sport for female sport participation (1.38 m). There is no research on physical- and match- performance of female soccer players in England at the elite lev... Read More about Physical and match performance of female soccer players.

A focussed ethnographic study of diagnostic radiographer problem solving in the trauma setting
Thesis
Newton-Hughes, A. (in press). A focussed ethnographic study of diagnostic radiographer problem solving in the trauma setting. (Thesis). University of Salford

Aim: when imaging patients for x-ray examinations Diagnostic Radiographers should position the patient so that bones, joints and soft tissues can be clearly visualised. In order to achieve this a widely accepted set of positioning criteria have been... Read More about A focussed ethnographic study of diagnostic radiographer problem solving in the trauma setting.

Impact of using social media to increase patient information provision, networking and communication
Thesis
Vasilica, C. (in press). Impact of using social media to increase patient information provision, networking and communication. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background: Social media are powerful communication systems that enable sharing, networking and information generation on an unprecedented scale. However, there is limited evidence as to how social media mechanisms are adopted by patients within heal... Read More about Impact of using social media to increase patient information provision, networking and communication.

An interpretative phenomenological analysis of the perceptions, attitudes and experiences of energy vulnerability among urban young adults
Thesis
vulnerability among urban young adults. (Dissertation). University of Salford

In England, fuel poverty (FP) is estimated to affect as many as 2.35 million households.
‘Young adult households’ – those where the oldest member is younger than twenty-five
– are disproportionately more likely to be fuel poor than any other age... Read More about An interpretative phenomenological analysis of the perceptions, attitudes and experiences of energy vulnerability among urban young adults.

A client focused perspective of the effectiveness of counselling for depression
Thesis
Goldman, S. (in press). A client focused perspective of the effectiveness of counselling for depression. (Thesis). University of Salford

Estimates suggest 1 in 4 adults are diagnosed with a depressive episode at some point during their life; however, only one in four people with a diagnosis of depression in the UK receive any form of treatment. To address this, the Improving Access to... Read More about A client focused perspective of the effectiveness of counselling for depression.

Qualitative and quantitative assessment of functional performance before and after reconstruction of anterior cruciate ligament in people from non-elite/professional sporting background
Thesis
Almangoush, A. (in press). Qualitative and quantitative assessment of functional performance before and after reconstruction of anterior cruciate ligament in people from non-elite/professional sporting background. (Thesis). Salford University

Reconstruction surgery is a very common management option following rupture of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). There is currently no study assessing ACL patients following surgery in Egypt (or other Arabic countries) or in people who are not fro... Read More about Qualitative and quantitative assessment of functional performance before and after reconstruction of anterior cruciate ligament in people from non-elite/professional sporting background.

‘Time eases all things’ : a critical study of how time banks attempt to use time-based currency to alleviate social exclusion
Thesis
Wilson, J. (in press). ‘Time eases all things’ : a critical study of how time banks attempt to use time-based currency to alleviate social exclusion. (Thesis). University of Salford

This thesis explores the tension between the radical aims of time banks and their position within the State-led third sector. It does this by theorising the concepts and manifestations of social exclusion and the third sector, and the existing time b... Read More about ‘Time eases all things’ : a critical study of how time banks attempt to use time-based currency to alleviate social exclusion.

A qualitative investigation into the experiences, perceptions, beliefs and self-care management of people with type 2 diabetes
Thesis
Turnbull, M. (in press). A qualitative investigation into the experiences, perceptions, beliefs and self-care management of people with type 2 diabetes. (Thesis). University of Salford

Diabetes is a complex, chronic, insidious metabolic disorder. The marked prevalence in individuals with diabetes due to obesity, sedentary lifestyles and a poor diet, is proving a considerable challenge for healthcare systems across the world. In ord... Read More about A qualitative investigation into the experiences, perceptions, beliefs and self-care management of people with type 2 diabetes.

The biophysical properties of plantar callus and the relationship between pressure and callus development and regression
Thesis
Wright, C. (in press). The biophysical properties of plantar callus and the relationship between pressure and callus development and regression. (Thesis). University of Salford

Plantar calluses are common skin lesions which often require professional treatment by podiatrists. They commonly present under prominent areas such as the metatarsal heads and can cause significant discomfort during ambulation. Furthermore, they are... Read More about The biophysical properties of plantar callus and the relationship between pressure and callus development and regression.

Optimisation of radiation dose and image quality for AP pelvis radiographic examination
Thesis
Mraity, H. (in press). Optimisation of radiation dose and image quality for AP pelvis radiographic examination. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background and rationale:
Optimising radiation dose and image quality in medical imaging is essential in minimising radiation risk and ensuring images are fit for purpose. This thesis uses novel methods for image quality assessment and radiation dos... Read More about Optimisation of radiation dose and image quality for AP pelvis radiographic examination.

An ethnographic study of critical care nurses’ experiences following the decision to withdraw life-sustaining treatment from patients in a UK intensive care unit
Thesis
Templeman, J. (in press). An ethnographic study of critical care nurses’ experiences following the decision to withdraw life-sustaining treatment from patients in a UK intensive care unit. (Thesis). University of Salford

The intensive care unit (ICU) embodies an environment of advanced technology and care, collaborative decision making and life-threatening emergencies. Critically ill patients are central to this unique milieu and culture, cared for by knowledgeable a... Read More about An ethnographic study of critical care nurses’ experiences following the decision to withdraw life-sustaining treatment from patients in a UK intensive care unit.

Usability engineering in the design and evaluation of a functional electrical stimulation system for upper limb rehabilitation
Thesis
Smith, C. (in press). Usability engineering in the design and evaluation of a functional electrical stimulation system for upper limb rehabilitation. (Thesis). University of Salford

Chronic physical impairment of the hemiplegic upper limb (UL) is seen in an estimated 50-70% of stroke patients, who place a high priority on regaining upper limb function. Current therapy is insufficiently intensive, often not task-oriented and hen... Read More about Usability engineering in the design and evaluation of a functional electrical stimulation system for upper limb rehabilitation.

Design, development and use of a deformable breast phantom to assess the relationship between thickness and lesion visibility in full field digital mammography
Thesis
Ossati, M. (in press). Design, development and use of a deformable breast phantom to assess the relationship between thickness and lesion visibility in full field digital mammography. (Thesis). University of Salford Manchester

Aim of research:
This research aimed to design and develop a synthetic anthropomorphic breast
phantom with cancer mimicking lesions and use this phantom to assess the relationship
between lesion visibility and breast thickness in mammography.... Read More about Design, development and use of a deformable breast phantom to assess the relationship between thickness and lesion visibility in full field digital mammography.

Acute pain for postoperative patients in Kuwait : a study of how surgical nurses assess postoperative pain
Thesis
a study of how surgical nurses assess postoperative pain. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background
Proper management of pain is necessary to help patients recover quickly during postoperative care. Failure to promptly assess and manage pain could lead to complications in postoperative situations and can also increase the length of req... Read More about Acute pain for postoperative patients in Kuwait : a study of how surgical nurses assess postoperative pain.

Surrender : The influence of religion, culture and access to health care on diabetes self-care for Javanese Muslim in Yogyakarta
Thesis
Permana, I. (in press). Surrender : The influence of religion, culture and access to health care on diabetes self-care for Javanese Muslim in Yogyakarta. (Thesis). University of Salford

Self-care, capability in performing certain activity in maintaining well-being in daily life, is regarded important especially among people with long-term condition such as diabetes. Locus of control and religion are regarded as important factors in... Read More about Surrender : The influence of religion, culture and access to health care on diabetes self-care for Javanese Muslim in Yogyakarta.

Experiences of pregnant women recieving acupuncture treatment from Midwives
Thesis
Lythgoe, J. (in press). Experiences of pregnant women recieving acupuncture treatment from Midwives. (Thesis). University of Salford

Acupuncture is potentially an effective treatment for common conditions of pregnancy and labour pain with midwives being well placed to offer it. The aims of this study were to explore the experiences of pregnant women receiving acupuncture treatment... Read More about Experiences of pregnant women recieving acupuncture treatment from Midwives.