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Vocational rehabilitation in workers with inflammatory arthritis (2015)
Journal Article
Hammond, A. (2015). Vocational rehabilitation in workers with inflammatory arthritis. Rheumatology, 54(Supp1), i3. https://doi.org/10.1093/rheumatology/kev042.002

Work disability is high in people with musculoskeletal conditions (MSCs): occurring in 28–40% of people with RA; and 18-31% in AS. Before becoming work disabled, people with MSCs experience considerable work instability, i.e. a mismatch between their... Read More about Vocational rehabilitation in workers with inflammatory arthritis.

Observations on surveillance imaging after endovascular sealing of abdominal aortic aneurysms with the Nellix system (2015)
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McWilliams, R., Fisher, R., England, A., & Torella, F. (2015). Observations on surveillance imaging after endovascular sealing of abdominal aortic aneurysms with the Nellix system. Journal of Endovascular Therapy, 22(3), 303-306. https://doi.org/10.1177/1526602815582209

Purpose: To describe and interpret the findings of computed tomography images acquired before and after endovascular aneurysm sealing (EVAS) with the Nellix endoprosthesis and consider the potential implications of these findings on EVAS planning and... Read More about Observations on surveillance imaging after endovascular sealing of abdominal aortic aneurysms with the Nellix system.

The reliability and validity of the English version of the Evaluation of Daily Activity Questionnaire in people with rheumatoid arthritis (2015)
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Hammond, A., Tennant, A., Tyson, S., Nordenskiold, U., Hawkins, R., & Prior, Y. (2015). The reliability and validity of the English version of the Evaluation of Daily Activity Questionnaire in people with rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatology, 54(9), 1605-1615. https://doi.org/10.1093/rheumatology/kev008

Objectives: The Evaluation of Daily Activity Questionnaire (EDAQ) includes 138 items in 14 domains identified as important by people with RA. The aim of this study was to test the validity and reliability of the English EDAQ.

Methods: A total of... Read More about The reliability and validity of the English version of the Evaluation of Daily Activity Questionnaire in people with rheumatoid arthritis.

The test-retest reliability of different ankle joint center location techniques (2015)
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location techniques. Foot & ankle journal (Online), 8(1), https://doi.org/10.3827/faoj.2015.0801.0011

Accurate and reliable joint identification is imperative for the collection of meaningful kinetic and
kinematic data. Of the lower kinetic chain both the hip and knee joints have received a considerable
amount of attention in 3D modelling. However,... Read More about The test-retest reliability of different ankle joint center location techniques.

Does elevating image receptor increase breast receptor footprint and improve pressure balance? (2015)
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Smith, H., Szczepura, K., Mercer, C., Maxwell, A., & Hogg, P. (2015). Does elevating image receptor increase breast receptor footprint and improve pressure balance?. Radiography, 21(4), 359-363. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2015.02.001

There is no consensus in the literature regarding the image receptor (IR) position for the cradio-caudal
projection in mammography. Some literature indicates the IR should be positioned to the infra mammary
fold (IMF); other literature suggests the... Read More about Does elevating image receptor increase breast receptor footprint and improve pressure balance?.

The effects of compression gloves on hand symptoms and hand function in rheumatoid arthritis and hand osteoarthritis : a systematic review (2015)
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Hammond, A., Jones, V., & Prior, Y. (2016). The effects of compression gloves on hand symptoms and hand function in rheumatoid arthritis and hand osteoarthritis : a systematic review. Clinical Rehabilitation, 30(3), 213-224. https://doi.org/10.1177/0269215515578296

Objective: to evaluate the effects of compression gloves in adults with rheumatoid arthritis and hand osteoarthritis.
Data sources: Systematic review of randomized controlled trials identified from MEDLINE, CINAHL, AMED, PEDro, OT Seeker, The Cochra... Read More about The effects of compression gloves on hand symptoms and hand function in rheumatoid arthritis and hand osteoarthritis : a systematic review.

Foot posture and function have only minor effects on knee function during barefoot walking in healthy individuals (2015)
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Buldt, A., Levinger, P., Murley, G., Menz, H., Nester, C., & Landorf, K. (2015). Foot posture and function have only minor effects on knee function during barefoot walking in healthy individuals. Clinical Biomechanics, 30(5), 431-437. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2015.03.014

Background:
Foot posture has been postulated as a risk factor for overuse injuries of the knee, however the link between foot posture and knee joint function is unclear. The aims of this study were to: (i) compare knee adduction moment and knee joi... Read More about Foot posture and function have only minor effects on knee function during barefoot walking in healthy individuals.

A Review of health-related support provision within the UK work programme - what's on the menu? (2015)
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Ceolta-Smith, J., Salway, S., & Tod, A. (2015). A Review of health-related support provision within the UK work programme - what's on the menu?. Social Policy and Administration, 49(2), 254-276. https://doi.org/10.1111/spol.12122

In common with other European welfare states, a large proportion of those who are out of work and
claiming welfare benefits in the UK have long-term health conditions. The need to reduce the number
of people who are claiming sickness related unempl... Read More about A Review of health-related support provision within the UK work programme - what's on the menu?.

The transference of visual search between two unrelated tasks : measuring the temporal characteristics of carry-over (2015)
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Thompson, C., Howting, L., & Hills, P. (2015). The transference of visual search between two unrelated tasks : measuring the temporal characteristics of carry-over. Quarterly Journal of Experimental Psychology, 68(11), 2255-2273. https://doi.org/10.1080/17470218.2015.1013042

Investigations into the persistence of top-down control settings do not accurately reflect the nature of dynamic tasks. They typically involve extended practice with an initial task, and this initial task usually shares similar stimuli with a second... Read More about The transference of visual search between two unrelated tasks : measuring the temporal characteristics of carry-over.

Ankle motion influences the external knee adduction moment and may predict who will respond to lateral wedge insoles? : an ancillary analysis from the SILK trial (2015)
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Chapman, G., Parkes, M., Forsythe, L., Felson, D., & Jones, R. (2015). Ankle motion influences the external knee adduction moment and may predict who will respond to lateral wedge insoles? : an ancillary analysis from the SILK trial. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage, 23(8), 1316-1322. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joca.2015.02.164

Objective: Lateral wedge insoles are a potential simple treatment for medial knee osteoarthritis (OA)
patients by reducing the external knee adduction moment (EKAM). However in some patients, an increase
in their EKAM is seen. Understanding the rol... Read More about Ankle motion influences the external knee adduction moment and may predict who will respond to lateral wedge insoles? : an ancillary analysis from the SILK trial.

Saving face : managing rapport in a problem based learning group (2015)
Journal Article
Robinson, L., Harris, A., & Burton, R. (2015). Saving face : managing rapport in a problem based learning group. Active learning in higher education, 16, https://doi.org/10.1177/1469787415573355

This qualitative study investigated the complex social aspects of communication required for students to participate effectively in Problem Based Learning and explored how these dynamics are managed. The longitudinal study of a group of first year un... Read More about Saving face : managing rapport in a problem based learning group.

Walking school buses as a form of active transportation for children : A review of the evidence (2015)
Journal Article
Smith, L., Norgate, S., Cherrett, T., Davies, N., Wistanley, C., & Harding, M. (2015). Walking school buses as a form of active transportation for children : A review of the evidence. Journal of School Health, 85(3), 197-210. https://doi.org/10.1111/josh.12239

ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: Walking School Buses (WSBs) offer a potentially healthier way for children to get to school whilst reducing traffic congestion. A number of pressing societal challenges make it timely to evaluate evidence of their value.
METHOD... Read More about Walking school buses as a form of active transportation for children : A review of the evidence.

The content validity and acceptability of the evaluation of daily activity questionnaire in musculoskeletal conditions (2015)
Journal Article
Hammond, A., Prior, Y., Tennant, A., Tyson, S., & Nordenskiold, U. (2015). The content validity and acceptability of the evaluation of daily activity questionnaire in musculoskeletal conditions. British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 78(3), 144-157. https://doi.org/10.1177/0308022615571117

Introduction: The Evaluation of Daily Activity Questionnaire is a detailed self-report measure of activity limitations. It has two parts: 10 scales of symptom severity; and 14 daily activity domains, including 138 activities. It has good psychometric... Read More about The content validity and acceptability of the evaluation of daily activity questionnaire in musculoskeletal conditions.

Light beam diaphragm collimation errors and their effects on radiation dose for pelvic radiography (2015)
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Brookfield, H., Manning-Stanley, A., & England, A. (2015). Light beam diaphragm collimation errors and their effects on radiation dose for pelvic radiography. Radiologic technology, 86(4), 379-391

Purpose: To investigate the range of collimation errors in x-ray rooms and to calculate their possible effects on the radiation dose for anteroposterior pelvic examinations.
Methods: A collimator test tool was suspended at 3 heights (14, 21, and 28... Read More about Light beam diaphragm collimation errors and their effects on radiation dose for pelvic radiography.

Weightlifting pulling derivatives : Rationale for implementation and application (2015)
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Suchomel, T., Comfort, P., & Stone, M. (2015). Weightlifting pulling derivatives : Rationale for implementation and application. Sports Medicine, 45(6), 823-839. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-015-0314-y

This review article examines previous weightlifting literature and provides a rationale for the use of weightlifting pulling derivatives that eliminate the catch phase for athletes who are not competitive weightlifters. Practitioners should emphasize... Read More about Weightlifting pulling derivatives : Rationale for implementation and application.

Relationship between isometric mid-thigh pull variables and sprint and change of direction performance in collegiate athletes (2015)
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Thomas, C., Comfort, P., Chiang, C., & Jones, P. (2015). Relationship between isometric mid-thigh pull variables and sprint and change of direction performance in collegiate athletes. Journal of trainology, 4(1), 6-10. https://doi.org/10.17338/trainology.4.1_6

Objectives: The aim of this investigation was to assess the use of isometric strength testing as a determinant of sprint and change of direction performance in collegiate athletes.
Design and Methods: Fourteen male collegiate athletes (mean ± SD; a... Read More about Relationship between isometric mid-thigh pull variables and sprint and change of direction performance in collegiate athletes.

With you – an experimental end-to-end telepresence system using video-based reconstruction (2015)
Journal Article
Roberts, D., O'Hare, J., Fairchild, A., Campion, S., Moore, C., Aspin, R., …Tecchia, F. (2015). With you – an experimental end-to-end telepresence system using video-based reconstruction. IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Signal Processing, 9(3), 562-574. https://doi.org/10.1109/JSTSP.2015.2402635

We introduce withyou, our telepresence research platform. A systematic explanation of the theory brings together the linked nature of non-verbal communication and how it is influenced by technology. This leads to functional requirements for teleprese... Read More about With you – an experimental end-to-end telepresence system using video-based reconstruction.

The validity of the Nordic hamstring lower as a field-based assessment of eccentric hamstring strength (2015)
Journal Article
Sconce, E., Jones, P., Turner, E., Comfort, P., & Graham-Smith, P. (2015). The validity of the Nordic hamstring lower as a field-based assessment of eccentric hamstring strength. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation, 24(1), 13-20. https://doi.org/10.1123/JSR.2013-0097

Context: Hamstring injury-risk assessment has primarily been investigated using isokinetic dynamometry.
However, practical issues such as cost and availability limit the widespread application of isokinetics for
injury-risk assessment; thus, field-... Read More about The validity of the Nordic hamstring lower as a field-based assessment of eccentric hamstring strength.

A framework for guiding the learning of ultrasound scanning (2015)
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Crofts, G. (2015). A framework for guiding the learning of ultrasound scanning. Ultrasound, 23(1), 6-10. https://doi.org/10.1177/1742271x14562228

Ultrasound scanning is provided by a range of health professionals who need to be trained to a proficient level. In respect of education and training in ultrasound scanning, little attention has been given to how scanning skills are acquired and what... Read More about A framework for guiding the learning of ultrasound scanning.