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Changes in activity limitations and predictors of functional outcome of patients with spinal cord injury following in-patient rehabilitation
(AOSIS, 2013)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the
changes in the activity limitations of patients following in-patient
rehabilitation and the factors influencing functional ability as
measured by the Spinal Cord Independence ...
Experiences of persons with physical disabilities regarding rehabilitation services: a systematic review
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)
Rehabilitation has been found to improve the integration of persons with disabilities into the society. For
rehabilitation to be effective, there is a need to seek patients' perceptions of the services rendered to ...
Outcome measures used to assess disability post stroke within the framework of the ICF: a literature review
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)
BACKGROUND: The use of outcome measures has been associated with good practice among clinicians and as a
research instrument. These measures can be utilized to assess- and manage patients, observe progress, determine
the ...
Activity limitations and factors influencing functional outcome of patients with stroke following rehabilitation at a specialised facility in the Western Cape
(African Health Sciences, 2013)
BACKGROUND: Determining the functional abilities and factors influencing outcome of patients with stroke following
rehabilitation are essential for the planning of future interventions and services in order to optimise ...
Understanding the current discourse of rehabilitation: With reference to disability models and rehabilitation policies for evaluation research in the South African setting
(AOSIS Publishing, 2013)
Evaluation of rehabilitation programmes is essential in order to monitor its effectiveness and relevance. There is however a need to consider policies when conducting evaluation research in rehabilitation. The aim of this ...
Barriers experienced by service providers and caregivers in clubfoot management in Kenya
(SAGE Publications, 2015)
Disability in childhood remains a challenge globally. Linked to this disability is an apparent increase in the prevalence of infants born with congenital clubfoot. Clubfoot can, however, be effectively managed but this ...