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Hamstring muscle function following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using semitendinosus and gracilis autografts

Moloney, Colum (University of Limerick, 2014)

Background: The effect of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) using hamstring tendon grafts on residual hamstring muscle strength and function remains unclear, while the relationship between pre-operative and ...
Intrinsic risk factors for groin and hip injuries among academy level rugby union players: systematic review and prospective cohort study

Ryan, Julianne M (University of Limerick, 2012)

This thesis consists of three papers taking a sequential approach to the problem of groin/ hip injury in rugby union (RU). Firstly the literature surrounding the identification of groin/ hip injury risk factors in field ...
An investigation into the variation that exists between the physical performance indicators of hurling players at different levels of participation

Murphy, Andrew (University of Limerick, 2012)

Background: There is a paucity of research profiling the anthropometric measures and physical performance indicators of hurling athletes. Such profiles are essential to optimising the physical preparation structures of ...
An investigation of the convergent validity of the movement asessment battery for children-2 and the McCarron assessment of neuromuscular development within an ecologically valid environment

Cronin, Laura (University of Limerick, 2010)

The convergent validity of the Movement Assessment Battery for Children-2 (MABC-2) and the McCarron Assessment of Neuromuscular Development (MAND) in an ecologically valid environment Laura Cronin Purpose: To investigate ...
Knowledge is wealth: investigating psychosocial distress and ameliorating knowledge deficiencies in parents of children identified, through newborn screening in Ireland, as carrying an altered cystic fibrosis gene

Quigley, Stephen James (University of Limerick, 2014)

Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited disease affecting mainly the lungs and digestive system. In Ireland, the incidence of cystic fibrosis is 1 in 1,461 births, with 1 in 19 Irish people carrying an altered cystic fibrosis gene. ...
Milk as a rehydration fluid following exercise-induced loss of body mass.

Seery, Suzanne (U*niversity of Limerick, 2015)

The effectiveness of 0.1% fat milk (M) at restoring fluid balance after exercise and heat induced hypohydration was compared to a commercially available carbohydrate-electrolyte (CE) sports drink and water (W) using a ...
‘Mother of all sport’: an evaluation of a women’s community sports programme

Mahedy, Tracy; MacPhail, Ann (University of Limerick, 2015)

The purpose of the ‘Mother of all Sport’ programme is to investigate the effect of a physical activity programme on women in disadvantaged communities and evaluate whether this type of programme can encourage women to ...
Neuro-muscular electrical stimulation for the treatment of orthostatic hypotension in an older community dwelling population

Quinn, Colin (University of Limerick, 2016)

Orthostatic hypotension (OH) is highly prevalent in older people and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Current treatment options include pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches, although ...
Objective measurement of physical activity in a multiple sclerosis population

O'Dwyer, Catriona (University of Limerick, 2010)

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a demyelinating neurodegenerative disease of the central nervous system. Gait impairment is among the most common symptoms. As a result, people with MS are more at risk of developing hypokinetic ...
Physiotherapy interventions for non-ambulatory people with multiple sclerosis

Toomey, Elaine C. (University of Limerick, 2012)

This thesis is comprised of three papers that aim to examine the literature surrounding physiotherapy interventions in non-ambulatory people with Multiple Sclerosis (PwMS), to gather information from a pilot scheme of the ...
Pre-service teachers' interests and dispositions towards involvement in a physical education teacher education programme

Ralph, Annmarie (University of Limerick, 2011)

Investigating the reasons for pre-service teachers (PSTs) choosing to undertake a PETE programme can inform teacher educators on how best to define teaching tasks, organise knowledge relevant to student learning and shape ...
Preparing physical education teachers for the reality of teaching in schools: the case of one physical education teacher education (PETE) programme

Hartley, Therese (University of Limerick, 2011)

The purpose of this research is to determine the ways in which learning opportunities within the physical education teacher education (PETE) programme are continued in practice by beginning and experienced physical ...
The relationship between circadian integrity and delirium: a prospective study of an elderly population in an acute hospital setting

Fitzgerald, James M (University of Limerick, 2016)

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Stepping out of the shadows : exploring how middle class and working class parents choose a secondary school for their children - a study in the Irish market

Prendergast, Tom (University of Limerick, 2011)

This research has examined how middle class parents have mobilised themselves as active consumers in the educational marketplace, where it appears that educational markets work to the advantage of middle class parents and ...
A systematic review & meta-analysis of randomised controlled cognitive-based interventions for dementia – restorative, compensatory, & mixed approaches

Molloy, Mary Majella (University of Limerick, 2016)

Background: Cognitive impairments are a central feature of dementia and have a significant impact on those with the disease and their caregivers. Cognitive-based interventions for dementia, (e.g., stimulation, training, ...
Timeout for Irish international basketball : consequences to coaches and players.

Grant, Cathy (University of Limerick, 2011)

While research has investigated the development of coaches and athletes in top-level sport limited research exists that has examined the consequences to coach and athlete development when sources of development are removed. ...
Underrepresented students on BSc nursing programmes: an exploration of the student experience

O'Sullivan, Deirdre (University of Limerick, 2014)

Background: Pre-registration nurse education has become established within higher education in Ireland. Concurrently, the Irish government commitment to widening participation in higher education impacted on the profile ...
Use of the mini-BESTest to measure balance in people with multiple sclerosis

Ross, Elaine O (University of Limerick, 2014)

Balance impairments are common in Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The Berg Balance Scale (BBS) is widely used measure of balance in People with MS (PwMS), however it may not capture all domains of balance. The novel Mini-BESTest ...
What discourse of science dominates lower post-primary education in Ireland?

Freeman, Shane (University of Limerick, 2011)

This study examines the discourse of science presented at lower Post-Primary level in Ireland. In the investigation the text materials for the course were qualitatively examined. The data analysis revealed five key themes ...

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