• Effectiveness of combined targeted and hormonal therapies for post-menopausal women with hormone receptor-positive and HER2-negative advanced breast cancer : a systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs 

  Okwor, Vitalis; Okwor, Chika Juliet; Ukwuoma, Maryjane; Nweke, Martins (Sage, 2025)

  OBJECTIVE : we aim to synthesize available evidence on the effectiveness of hormonal plus targeted therapies for post-menopausal women with hormone receptor-positive and HER2-negative advanced breast cancer. DATA SOURCES ...
• Upper limb muscle strength and exercise endurance as predictors of successful extubation in mechanically ventilated patients 

  De Beer‑Brandon, Caroline R.; Van Rooijen, Agatha Johanna; Becker, Piet J.; Paruk, Fathima (SpringerOpen, 2024-05-22)

  BACKGROUND : Failed extubation increases the intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay, hospital length of stay, and financial costs and it reduces the patient’s functional ability. Avoiding failed extubation is of utmost ...
• Level of disability in stroke survivors in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana 

  Mohammed, Tawagidu; Nyante, Gifty Gyamah; Abdul‑Rahman, Mubarak; Mothabeng, Joyce Diphale (Springer Open, 2024-10-08)

  BACKGROUND : Many stroke survivors in low- and middle-income countries such as Ghana live with various degrees of disabilities. Insight into the level of disability and its determinants in stroke survivors has become very ...
• Illness is more prevalent than injury in trail runners participating in a mountainous ultra trail race 

  Boshielo, Patience Matshepo; Jansen van Rensburg, Audrey; Viljoen, Carel Thomas; Botha, Tanita; De Villiers, Christina Elizabeth; Ramagole, Dimakatso Althea; Seyani, Limbikani; Janse van Rensburg, Dina Christina (Taylor and Francis, 2025)

  OBJECTIVES : Trail running is a popular off-road sport involving running in natural environments over various terrains, often in remote locations. This study aims to investigate the epidemiology and risk factors of injuries ...
• Performance of upper limb entry item to predict forced vital capacity in dysferlin-deficient limb girdle muscular dystrophy 

  Borland, Holly; Moore, Ursula; Dressman, Heather Gordish; Human, Anri; Mayhew, Anna G.; Hilsden, Heather; Rufibach, Laura E.; Duong, Tina; Maron, Elke; DeWolf, Brittney; Rose, Kristy; Siener, Catherine; Thiele, Simone; Praxedes, Nieves Sanchez-Aguilera; Canal, Aurelie; Holsten, Scott; Sakamoto, Chikako; Pedrosa-Hernández, Irene; Bello, Luca; Alfano, Lindsay N.; Linda Pax Lowes The Jain COS Consortium; James, Meredith K.; Straub, Volker (Elsevier, 2024-10)

  Dysferlin-deficient limb girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD R2), also referred to as dysferlinopathy, can be associated with respiratory muscle weakness as the disease progresses. Clinical practice guidelines recommend biennial ...
• Association between pre-operative total prostate-specific antigen and survivorship of prostate cancer following radical prostatectomy : a systematic review 

  Okwor, Chika Juliet; Okwor, Vitalis Chukwuemeka; Meka, Ijeoma A.; Emedoh, Andrew Emeka; Nweke, Martins C. (Karger Publishers, 2024-04)

  OBJECTIVE : This review aimed to systematically quantify the association between pre-operative total prostate-specific antigen (tPSA) and survivorship of prostate cancer (PCa). METHODS : Data sources for the review ...
• Psychometric properties and clinical utility of spinal health outcome measures in school-based interventions among children and adolescents : a systematic review protocol 

  Nkhata, Loveness A.; Human, Anri; Louw, Quinette A.; Brink, Yolandi (BMJ Publishing, 2024-11)

  INTRODUCTION: Spinal health in children and adolescents has global implications, impacting school attendance, academic performance and physical activity. Effective school-based interventions are essential for promoting spinal ...
• Developing an HIV-specific falls risk prediction model with a novel clinical index : a systematic review and meta-analysis method 

  Ibeneme, Sam C.; Odoh, Eunice; Martins, Nweke; Ibeneme, Georgian C. (BioMed Central, 2024-12)

  BACKGROUND: Falls are a common problem experienced by people living with HIV yet predictive models specific to this population remain underdeveloped. We aimed to identify, assess and stratify the predictive strength of ...
• Epidemiology and clinical characteristics of football injuries among academy players in Ghana 

  Kwakye, Samuel Koranteng; Mostert, Karien; Garnett, Daniel; Masenge, Andries (BMJ Publishing Group, 2024-11)

  OBJECTIVE: To determine the epidemiology and clinical characteristics of match and training injuries among football players at an academy in Ghana. METHODS: In this prospective observational study, we followed 80 youth ...
• Association between life satisfaction and health behaviours among older adults : a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol 

  Alumona, Chiedozie J.; Scott, David R.; Odole, Adesola C.; Nweke, Martins C.; Kalu, Michael; Awosoga, Oluwaghohunmi A. (BMJ Publishing Group, 2024-11)

  INTRODUCTION: Life satisfaction is a key indicator of successful ageing and reflects well-being. There is evidence of the association between life satisfaction and health behaviours among older adults. Therefore, ...
• Incidence, severity, and risk factors for injuries in female trail runners – a retrospective cross-sectional study 

  Goodrum, Morven; Viljoen, Carel Thomas; Kaulback, Kelly (Elsevier, 2025-01)

  OBJECTIVES : To determine the incidence, severity, and nature of injuries sustained by female trail runners and investigate selected training variables as risk factors for injuries. DESIGN : Cross-sectional, retrospective ...
• The influence of pain on community reintegration after spinal cord injury 

  Henderson, Valerie; Mashola, Mokgadi Kholofelo (Wiley, 2025-01)

  BACKGROUND : Community reintegration is an important goal for people living with a spinal cord injury (SCI), and pain is suspected to limit reintegration due to its limitations in daily functioning, mood, and ...
• Effectiveness of self-management programs among athletes with patellofemoral pain syndrome : protocol for a systematic review 

  Masoudi, Ameen; Chemane, Nomzamo; Useh, Ushotanefe; Bello, Bashir; Magida, Nontembiso (JMIR Publications, 2024-11)

  BACKGROUND : Patellofemoral pain syndrome is a highly prevalent overuse knee injury in athletic populations associated with pain and functional limitations, exacerbated by activities such as running, pivoting, cycling, and ...
• Inspiratory muscle training in children with neuromuscular disorders 

  Human, Anri; Corten, Lieselotte; Lozano-Ray, Eleonora; Morrow, Brenda M. (AOSIS, 2024-08-08)

  BACKGROUND : Progressive respiratory muscle weakness and ineffective cough contribute to morbidity and mortality in children with neuromuscular disorders (NMD). Inspiratory muscle training (IMT) aims to preserve or improve ...
• Frequency of red blood cell allo-immunization in transfused patients with sickle cell disease in Africa 

  Nwagha, Theresa Ukamaka; Ugwu, Angela Ogechukwu; Nweke, Martins C. (Makerere University Medical School, 2024-09)

  BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES : Blood transfusion is an effective and proven treatment for some severe complications of sickle cell disease. Recurrent transfusions have put patients with sickle cell disease at risk of developing ...
• The association between menstrual cycle phase, menstrual irregularities, contraceptive use and musculoskeletal injury among female athletes : a scoping review 

  MacMillan, Candice; Olivier, Benita; Viljoen, Carel Thomas; Janse van Rensburg, Dina Christina; Sewry, Nicola Ann (Springer, 2024-10)

  BACKGROUND : The influence of menstrual cycle phases (MCPs), menstrual irregularities (MI) and hormonal contraceptive (HC) use on injury among female athletes has been scrutinised. Existing systematic reviews investigating ...
• High school rugby coaches’ knowledge and opinions of concussion in KwaZulu Natal province in South Africa : an ecological cross-sectional study 

  Garnett, Daniel; Cobbing, Saul; Viljoen, Carel Thomas; Patricios, Jon (BMC, 2024-06)

  BACKGROUND: Concussions in Rugby Union are common with an increased risk to adolescent players. Coaches are key to injury prevention and a greater understanding of their knowledge and sentiments may guide future initiatives. ...
• Effectiveness of a physiotherapy self-management programme for adult patients with chronic non-specific low back pain in low- and middle-income countries : protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis 

  Motha, Sergant Given; Naidoo, Niri; Moyo-Chilufya, Maureen; Musekiwa, Alfred; Kgarosi, Kabelo; Mostert, Karien (BMJ Publishing Group, 2024-07)

  INTRODUCTION: Chronic non-specific low back pain (CNLBP) is among the most common musculoskeletal system conditions reported worldwide; however, few studies are available from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). ...
• Staff perspectives on transformational needs at a South African higher education institution 

  Magida, Nontembiso; Yazbek, Mariatha; Thambura, Julius Muchui (Wiley, 2024-10)

  Transformation reflects the government's engagement and policies in restructuring higher education to cultivate the country's communal economy. Higher education is challenged in providing tertiary education to students ...
• Effectiveness of back care education programme among school children : a systematic review of randomized controlled trials 

  Anyachukwu, Canice C.; Amarah, Confdence C.; Atueyi, Blessing C.; Anthony, Ifeanyi; Nweke, Martins C.; Abaraogu, Ukachukwu (BMC, 2024-02)

  STUDY DESIGN: Systematic review of Randomised controlled trials. OBJECTIVES: With the increasing incidence of back pain among children and its untold implications to their future, back education tailored in an effective ...

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