Physiotherapy
Mrs. M. Rossouw
Internet based vestibular rehabilitation for chronic vestibular syndrome in general practice
This article investigates the clinical effectiveness and safety of standalone and blended internet based vestibular rehabilitation (VR) in the management of chronic vestibular syndromes in general practice.
3 CPD points
Endodontics
Dr. J. Hartshorne
Advances in irrigation techniques and cements in endodontics
The aim of these reviews is to discuss different irrigant activation methods for root canal debridement and the selection bio ceramic materials for successful orthodontic treatment.
3 CPD points
Pharmacology
Dr. Chantell Hayward
Review of the Pharmacological Management of Mild to Moderate Psoriasis
The aim of this article is to allow healthcare professionals to review the different types of psoriasis together with their respective recommended therapies.
3 CPD points
Environmental emergencies
Ms A. Pretorius
Ethical decision-making in disaster triage
The aim of this article provides a look at the criteria for ethical decision-making when triaging patients during a disaster. Efficient and effective triage was amongst the focus points.
3 CPD points
Histology
Ms. M. Petersen
Mtb bacterial aggregates augment pulmonary disease pathology
The aim of this article is to elucidate disease progression after aerosolized infection of rabbits with Mtb aggregates (Mtb-Ag) vs Mtb single cells (Mtb-SC).
3 CPD points
Biokinetics
Judy Botha
Improved functional return to sport after ACL reconstruction
The aim of this article is to compare rehabilitation protocols after ACL reconstruction to develop better rehabilitation programs.
3 CPD points
Speech Therapy
Mrs. S. Salijee
Tuberculosis and Voice Disorders
These articles deal with the various voice disorders that can arise as a consequence of Tuberculosis, as well as the role voice therapy.
3 CPD points
Family Medicine
Dr. M. Rabe
Addressing the gaps in paediatric tuberculosis: putting new advances into practice
The aim of this article is to provide an overview of persistent gaps and new advances in TB prevention, diagnosis and treatment in children.
3 CPD points
Pollution Control
Dr. Johan Schoeman
Investigating the quality of the first- and second-generation Air Quality Management Plans of the Vaal Triangle Airshed Priority Area
The main aim of the study was to determine the quality of the Air Quality Management Plans of the Vaal Triangle Airshed Priority Area. This was done to identify and rectify any shortcomings for improving the air quality of the airshed.
3 CPD points
Paediatrics
Jorika Swanepoel
Oncological Children’s Occupational Performance and Quality of Life following participation in Fine Motor Stimulation Activities
The aim of this article is to examine the fine motor skills and perceived quality of life of children with leukaemia, as well as the possible association between these components.
3 CPD points
African Journal of Primary Health Care & Family Medicine
Dr Tintswalo Nesengani
Perceptions of strategies – primary health care professional nurses and primary health care nurse managers
The aim of this article is to review the research on the perceptions of strategies to facilitate caring for patients in primary health care clinics.
3 CPD points
Epidemiology
Dr. M. Rabe
A global overview of cancer in Africa
The aim of this article is to identify the most promising cancer prevention and treatment approaches available in Africa.
3 CPD points
Biokinetics
Francois Marais
Investigating if quality of functional movement patterns can predict injury risk
The aim of this article is to investigate the degree to which low quality of movement patterns and poor flexibility can predict injury risks of physically active adults.
3 CPD points
Adult rehabilitation
AI Mahomed
Treatment guidelines for post hip-fractures in the older patient group
The aim of this article is to provide evidence-based treatment guidelines for the elderly patient, post hip fracture.
3 CPD points
Social and Community Psychology
Dr. L. Brown
Community Health focussing on partaking and intervention of African adolescent girls and women groups in peer reviewed ‘safe’ environments where they can communicate their experiences
The aim of this article is to determine the effect that facilitated peer-group clubs designed for African Young Women, assists in building their self-esteem regarding fostering a supportive peer network regarding their sexual and reproductive health.
3 CPD points
Paediatrics
Marli Coleman
Play interventions for paediatric in-patients
The aim of this article is to categorise research of the last 20 years on hospital play interventions to inform, guide and encourage future efforts in using play interventions in the care of paediatric in-patients.
3 CPD points
Pediatric Dentistry
Dr J West
Sodium Fluoride Varnish and the Permanent First Molars – the effectiveness in caries prevention
The aim of this article is to illustrate the relationship between dental caries and the use of topical fluoride varnish.
3 CPD points
Mental health
Tanya van Schoor
Suicidal Ideation in Schizophrenic Patients
The aim of this article is to report on the findings of a study to explore the prevalence and associated factors of suicidal ideation in institutionalised patients with schizophrenia.
3 CPD points
Biokinetics
Judy Botha
Functional tests to load the anterior and posterior shoulder joint
The aim of this article is to evaluate shoulder forces and muscle activation during two closed chain functional tests.
3 CPD points
Learning disability
Ledene Hanekom
Shopping intervention for adults with intellectual disability
The aim of this article is to determine if metacognitive strategy-training is an effective intervention method to improve the shopping performance of adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) secondary to Down Syndrome.
3 CPD points
Critical Care
Dr. C. Rumboll
Sepsis diagnoses and its challenges in the ICU
The aim of this article is to elucidate the challenges facing critical care practitioners in diagnosing sepsis in the critically ill patient.
3 CPD points
Vocational assessment and rehabilitation
Mary Tapfuma
Cognitive Work Hardening (CWH) intervention to facilitate return to work (RTW) after Depression
The article aims to provide a detailed case illustration of a typical CWH client; a guided application of the multiple elements of the CWH intervention, and a return to work outcome typical of the intervention.
3 CPD points
Dermatology
Prof. H. F Jordaan
The investigators studied adults with atopic dermatitis (AD) and found a significant association with the development of dental caries
The aim of this article is to document the association of AD with caries so that dermatologists are aware of regular check-ups for the early detection of caries.
3 CPD points
Paediatrics
J Deane
Weighted blankets and quality of sleep in children with ASD
This article aims to assess weighted blanket application during sleep for young children with ASD with tactile and auditory behavioural manifestations of SOR (sensory over responsivity) who experience difficulty with falling and staying asleep.
3 CPD points
African Journal of Primary Health Care & Family Medicine
Don O'Mahony
Red blood cell transfusion at a hospital providing level 1 and 2 services
The aim of this CME is to know how doctors actually practice blood transfusion based on their underlying attitudes and compared to the current gold standard of transfusion practice.
3 CPD points
Community rehabilitation
Bronwyn Reed
Home-based virtual rehabilitation for upper limb dysfunction post stroke
The aim of this article is to determine the effects of an adapted, home-based, virtual rehabilitation program on cognitive and motor function of stroke patients with upper limb dysfunction compared to traditional physical therapy.
3 CPD points
Community Health
Prof. Dr De Wet Schutte
Reasons why adult commercial drivers in Accra, Ghana use face masks when they step out to work in public
The aim of this article is to sensitise the reader for the nexus between attitudes and behaviour as drivers to get drivers of public transport vehicles to adhere to facemask wearing regulations in an African country.
3 CPD points
Ethics and the Law
Prof. Dr De Wet Schutte
Ethical Issues Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine Research and Development
The aim of this article is to provide information on ethical issues in COVID‐19 vaccine research and development that every stakeholder needs to consider.
3 CPD points
Learning disability
Lindsay Scaife
Assessment of movement and function in children with specific learning disabilities (SLD)
The aim of this article is to describe five standardised assessments of movement and function, and their strengths and limitations when used with children with SLD.
3 CPD points
Biokinetics
Ronel du Plessis
The effect of sarcopenia, handgrip strength and calf circumference on cognitive impairment
The aim of this article is to evaluate the associations of sarcopenia, handgrip strength and calf circumference with cognitive impairment among older adults.
3 CPD points