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Fundamental challenges in designing a collaborative travel app (2015)
Journal Article
Dickinson, J., Cherrett, T., Hibbert, J., Winstanley, C., Shingleton, D., Davies, N., …Speed, C. (2015). Fundamental challenges in designing a collaborative travel app. Transport Policy, 44, 28-36. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tranpol.2015.06.013

The growing capabilities of smartphones have opened up new opportunities for travel coordination and transport is a fertile area for app development. One stream of development is apps that enable collaborative travel, either in the form of lift shari... Read More about Fundamental challenges in designing a collaborative travel app.

The reliability of non-invasive biophysical outcome measures for evaluating normal and hyperkeratotic foot skin (2015)
Journal Article
Hashmi, F., Wright, C., Nester, C., & Lam, S. (2015). The reliability of non-invasive biophysical outcome measures for evaluating normal and hyperkeratotic foot skin. Journal of Foot and Ankle Research, 8(28), https://doi.org/10.1186/s13047-015-0083-8

Background: Hyperkeratosis of foot skin is a common skin problem affecting people of different ages. The clinical presentation of this condition can range from dry flaky skin, which can lead to fissures, to hard callused skin which is often painful... Read More about The reliability of non-invasive biophysical outcome measures for evaluating normal and hyperkeratotic foot skin.

Reflections on doctoral supervision : drawing from the experiences of students with additional learning needs in two universities (2015)
Journal Article
Collins, B. (2015). Reflections on doctoral supervision : drawing from the experiences of students with additional learning needs in two universities. Teaching in Higher Education, 20(6), 587-600. https://doi.org/10.1080/13562517.2015.1045859

Supervision is an essential part of doctoral study, consisting of relationship and process aspects, underpinned by a range of values. To date there has been limited research specifically about disabled doctoral students’ experiences of supervision. T... Read More about Reflections on doctoral supervision : drawing from the experiences of students with additional learning needs in two universities.

Incidence and prevalence of dementia in linked administrative health data in Saskatchewan, Canada : a retrospective cohort study (2015)
Journal Article
Kosteniuk, J., Morgan, D., O’Connell, M., Kirk, A., Crossley, M., Teare, G., …Quail, J. (2015). Incidence and prevalence of dementia in linked administrative health data in Saskatchewan, Canada : a retrospective cohort study. BMC Geriatrics, 15(1), https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-015-0075-3

Background: Determining the epidemiology of dementia among the population as a whole in specific jurisdictions – including the long-term care population–is essential to providing appropriate care. The objectives of this study were to use linked ad... Read More about Incidence and prevalence of dementia in linked administrative health data in Saskatchewan, Canada : a retrospective cohort study.

Retiring to Spain : women's narratives of nostalgia, belonging and community (2015)
Book
Ahmed, A. (2015). Retiring to Spain : women's narratives of nostalgia, belonging and community. Bristol: Policy Press. https://doi.org/10.1332/policypress/9781447313304.001.0001

This book focuses on the lives of a group of women from the UK who moved to the Costa Blanca in Spain in retirement. We follow their journeys as they seek ‘community’ and belonging in a world characterised by rapid social change. Imbued with nostalg... Read More about Retiring to Spain : women's narratives of nostalgia, belonging and community.

‘Is it because I’m gormless?’ A commentary on "Narrative therapy in a learning disability context : a review" (2015)
Journal Article
Olsen, A. (2015). ‘Is it because I’m gormless?’ A commentary on "Narrative therapy in a learning disability context : a review". Tizard Learning Disability Review, 20(3), 130-133. https://doi.org/10.1108/TLDR-03-2015-0012

The purpose of this paper is to reflect on “Narrative therapy in a learning disability context : a review." This commentary reflects on the use of Narrative therapy and considers it in a wider context of assisting people with learning disabiliti... Read More about ‘Is it because I’m gormless?’ A commentary on "Narrative therapy in a learning disability context : a review".

Reliability of the dynamic strength index in college athletes (2015)
Journal Article
Thomas, C., Jones, P., & Comfort, P. (2015). Reliability of the dynamic strength index in college athletes. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 10(5), 542-545. https://doi.org/10.1123/ijspp.2014-0255

Purpose: To determine the reliability of the Dynamic Strength Index (DSI) in college athletes. Method: Nineteen male college athletes performed the squat jump (SJ) and isometric midthigh pull (IMTP) to determine peak force, on 2 separate days. Relia... Read More about Reliability of the dynamic strength index in college athletes.

A hive approach to EBLIP : results and reflections (2015)
Presentation / Conference
Brettle, A., & Maden, M. (2015, July). A hive approach to EBLIP : results and reflections. Poster presented at 8th International Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Conference, Brisbane, Australia

Acromiohumeral distance during neuromuscular electrical stimulation of the lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles in healthy participants (2015)
Journal Article
Mackenzie, T., Bdaiwi, A., Herrington, L., Horsley, I., & Cools, A. (2015). Acromiohumeral distance during neuromuscular electrical stimulation of the lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles in healthy participants. Journal of Athletic Training, 50(7), 713-718. https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-50.4.03

Key Points • Acromiohumeral distance increased during neuromuscular electrical stimulation of the lower trapezius muscle, serratus anterior muscle, and combined lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles. • The increase in acromiohumeral... Read More about Acromiohumeral distance during neuromuscular electrical stimulation of the lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles in healthy participants.

Sorting swimmers shoulders : an observational study on swimmers that presented to a shoulder surgeon (2015)
Journal Article
Mackenzie, T., Butler, D., Funk, L., & Herrington, L. (2015). Sorting swimmers shoulders : an observational study on swimmers that presented to a shoulder surgeon. International Journal of Shoulder Surgery, 9(3), 90. https://doi.org/10.4103/0973-6042.161444

Context: It is common for swimmers to suffer shoulder injuries resulting in a wealth of research focusing on the causes and types of injury. However, there is a lack of evidence regarding current management for shoulder injuries in swimmers. Aims: T... Read More about Sorting swimmers shoulders : an observational study on swimmers that presented to a shoulder surgeon.

The influence of thermoplastic thoraco lumbo sacral orthoses on standing balance in subjects with idiopathic scoliosis (2015)
Journal Article
Khanal, M., Arazpour, M., Bahramizadeh, M., Samadian, M., Hutchins, S., Kashani, R., …Sadeghi, H. (2016). The influence of thermoplastic thoraco lumbo sacral orthoses on standing balance in subjects with idiopathic scoliosis. Prosthetics and Orthotics International, 40(4), 460-466. https://doi.org/10.1177/0309364615589466

Background: Idiopathic scoliosis patients have postural equilibrium problems. Objective: The objective of this study was to assess postural control in subjects with idiopathic scoliosis following a 4-month intervention in an unbraced position.... Read More about The influence of thermoplastic thoraco lumbo sacral orthoses on standing balance in subjects with idiopathic scoliosis.

How should occupational therapy respond to widening participation strategy? (2015)
Presentation / Conference
Collins, B. (2015, June). How should occupational therapy respond to widening participation strategy?. Poster presented at College of Occupational Therapists 39th Annual Conference & Exhibition and Specialist Section – Work Annual Conference, Brighton, United Kingdom

In August 2014, Health Education England (HEE) (who commission occupational therapy education in England) presented “Widening Participation: It Matters” for consultation. The strategy document sets out targets to attract and retain students from... Read More about How should occupational therapy respond to widening participation strategy?.

Inclusive education in occupational therapy : how could we make a difference? (2015)
Presentation / Conference
Collins, B. (2015, June). Inclusive education in occupational therapy : how could we make a difference?. Poster presented at College of Occupational Therapists 39th Annual Conference & Exhibition and Specialist Section – Work Annual Conference, Brighton, United Kingdom

Occupational therapy has long articulated a commitment to social justice (e.g. Townsend 1993). Social justice is also key throughout inclusive education literature (Hockings 2010). Likewise, cultural awareness and competence are core to both occu... Read More about Inclusive education in occupational therapy : how could we make a difference?.

Using social media in research (2015)
Presentation / Conference
Robinson, L., Hill, C., Stein-Hodgkins, J., Shires, G., Wray, J., Griffiths, M., …Hilton, B. (2015, June). Using social media in research. Poster presented at UKRC : Clinical Imaging, Liverpool, UK

Aims/Objectives: To identify the advantages and limitations of using Social Media in radiography research and propose a guideline for good practice. Content of Presentation: This e-poster will use one example - the Word of Mouth Mammography e-Network... Read More about Using social media in research.

What is the minimum amount of simulated breast movement required for visual detection of blurring : An exploratory investigation? (2015)
Journal Article
Ma, W., Aspin, R., Hogg, P., Kelly, J., & Millington, S. (2015). What is the minimum amount of simulated breast movement required for visual detection of blurring : An exploratory investigation?. British Journal of Radiology, 88(1052), https://doi.org/10.1259/bjr.20150126

Background: Image blurring in mammography can cause significant image degradation and interpretational problems. A potential source is due to paddle movement during image formation. Paddle movement has been shown to be as much as 1.5mm. No study has... Read More about What is the minimum amount of simulated breast movement required for visual detection of blurring : An exploratory investigation?.

A systematic review of the effect of foot orthoses and shoe characteristics on balance in healthy older subjects (2015)
Journal Article
Aboutorabi, A., Bahramizadeh, M., Arazpour, M., Fadayevatan, R., Farahmand, F., Curran, S., & Hutchins, S. (2016). A systematic review of the effect of foot orthoses and shoe characteristics on balance in healthy older subjects. Prosthetics and Orthotics International, 40(2), 170-181. https://doi.org/10.1177/0309364615588342

Background: Foot orthoses are used to optimize lower extremity function and can improve postural stability by enhancing the afferent somatosensory feedback available to the central nervous system. Objective: The aim of this review was to evalua... Read More about A systematic review of the effect of foot orthoses and shoe characteristics on balance in healthy older subjects.