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Comparison of Tools to Measure Physical Activity and Stationary Behavior in Older Adults Following Total Knee Arthroplasty
DownloadFall 2020
Background: Although the detrimental effects of physical inactivity on health are well-documented, there is inadequate knowledge of physical activity in older adults following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Information is lacking regarding the effect of physical activity on risk for revision...
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Exploring self-efficacy as a predictor of activity behaviours in children with cerebral palsy
DownloadFall 2019
Children with physical disabilities spend most of their time sedentary and often experience barriers to physical activity participation. Increased sedentary behaviour has been associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease later in life and conversely, increased physical activity is...
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The lingering impact of sport-related knee injuries on health-related quality of life in active youth
DownloadSpring 2023
Background: It is assumed that youth who experience a knee injury while playing sports have an initial decline in health that resolves with time, leaving no lasting impact. Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) encompasses the physical, psychological, and social domains of health. It can...