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The application of prophylactic knee bracing in relation to selected proprioceptive and fitness and skill parameters in first league South African rugby players

Kruger, Theodore Hendrik (2001)

In rugby and other sports involving rapid change in direction and physical contact, there has been a high incidence of knee injuries in match situations as well as in training sessions. Ample literature is available on the ...
The effects of differentiated physical activity programmes on the motor proficiency of children with learning disabilities

Scheepers, Glynis Kay (2002)

With this study, the researcher investigated the effect of specially designed physical education programmes on the motor proficiency of learners with learning disabilities. The subjects (N=60) were aJ! learners from the ...
Energy expenditure and working efficiency of South African sugarcane cutters

Muller, Marie de Lanoy (2005)

This study sought to examine the physiological demands as well as selected measures for working efficiency in the manual harvesting of burnt and unburnt sugarcane, along with the effects of using a short handle curved blade ...
The role of a biokinetics rehabilitation programme in alleviating anterior knee pain in adolescents

Phillips, Jacqueline (2007)

Anterior knee pain is a common condition prevalent within the adolescent population and frequently interferes with sporting and routine activities. The condition is often self-limiting, but can take up to two years to ...
An assessment of the motor ability of learners in the foundation phase of primary school education

Portela, Nicola (2007)

The development of gross motor skills is a process of maturity in movement proficiency, which is fulfilled by the age of eight years. The purpose of this study was to examine the contributions of age, gender and physical ...
The effects of a supplementary high intensity muscle endurance resistance training programme on Comrades Marathon performance

Ellapen, Terry Jeremy. (2007)

In this study, the aim was to determine the effects of a high intensity muscle endurance resistance intervention programme as a supplement to normal running training for Comrades Marathoners. A sample voluntary population ...
The effects of a kinder kinetic intervention programme on the motor proficiency levels and scholastic performance of children aged 6- 8 years

Gouws, Chantell (2009)

The effect of movement on academic performance is often underrated. Movement is essential to learning and can be regarded as the door to learning. Researchers argue about the importance of movement because there seems to ...
The influence a 10-week Zulu stick fighting intervention programme has on motor proficiency and health-related physical fitness of prepubescent Zulu males

Nxumalo, Sabelo Abednego (University of Zululand, 2010)

The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of a 10-week stick fighting intervention programme on anthropometrical measures, motor proficiency and healthrelated physical fitness parameters such as body composition, ...
The influence of exergaming on the physical fitness; attitude towards physical activity; and self-concept in overweight and obese children

van Biljon, Anneke (2010)

The rapidly growing rate of childhood obesity makes it imperative to develop an effective intervention program for obese children. This stud y was an attempt to answer the question as to whether exergaming can drive ...
The effect of a 12–week home–based exercise intervention programme on cardio-metabolic disease risk factors

Breukelman, Gerrit Jan (University of Zululand, 2012)

This study evaluated the use, safety, and short-term benefits of a home-based physical activity programme, on cardio-metabolic disease risk factors. Sedentary individuals (n=67) were recruited for the study and those ...
The effect of a 10-week Tae-bo intervention program on cardiometabolic disease risk factors in overweight and obese females at the University of Zululand

Mathunjwa, Musa Lewis (University of Zululand, 2013)

The prevalence of obesity, sedentary life styles and associated cardiometabolic disease (CMD) risk are increasing among black African women and require urgent attention in the form of preventative strategies. To date, there ...
An evaluation of Biokinetics internships

Nel, Christopher Robert (University of Zululand, 2014)

Few evaluations of internships have been carried out in the health professions in South Africa. Those that have been undertaken are in the field of medicine, physiotherapy and clinical psychology. This research seeks to ...
The acute effects of different exercise intensities on Microalbuminuria and insulin sensitivity in obese, sedentary females

Frames, Kelly Simonne (University of Zululand, 2015)

The prevalence of obesity has increased worldwide and represents a major public health concern. Obesity is often associated with an increase in urinary albumin excretion and impaired insulin sensitivity. Whilst it is clear ...
The work health-related behaviours and economic costs of overweight and obese corporate and industrial employees: a South African study

Currie, Shereen (University of Zululand, 2017)

The work health-related behaviours and economic costs of overweight and obese corporate and industrial employees: a South African study. The trend of increasing prevalence of obesity is not only a public health concern, ...
Identification and modification of cardiometabolic disease risk factors in South African urban primary school children

van Biljon, Anneke (University of Zululand, 2018)

The initial asymptomatic process of atherosclerosis is known to develop in childhood and is associated with increases in cardiometabolic disease (CMD) risk factors. Low physical activity (PA) levels and sedentary lifestyles ...
Physical tests, hormonal and oxidative-stress related biomarkers in intermittent training of Taekwondo Athletes

Mathunjwa, Musa Lewis (University of Zululand, 2019)

This thesis presents four studies. Study one aimed at identifying the anthropometric, physical and physiological characteristics of junior Taekwondo athletes required to achieve an international status in 25 males and 11 ...
Treatments, therapies and activities in learners with autism spectrum disorder and the efficacy of selected interventions on social communication

Gouws, Chantell (University of Zululand, 2019)

Despite the sensitivity of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and the fact that there is an increase worldwide as well as in South Africa, parents/guardians and learners face many challenges on a daily basis. The difficulties ...
The effects of a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet on type 2 diabetic patients

Breukelman, Gerrit Jan (University of Zululand, 2019)

Diabetes amongst South Africans is increasing at an alarming rate. With 8.27% – 9% of the population suffering from diabetes, the majority is Type 2. It is predicted that diabetes will have doubled by 2030. The aims of ...

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