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Physiotherapy PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK
We have 27 Physiotherapy PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK
We have 27 Physiotherapy PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK
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Co-design of educational resources for children and young adults with asthma to manage their condition independently
Care for children with asthma in the UK is mainly provided in primary care and is often limited. The national review of asthma deaths highlighted a… Read more
Biomechanical Biofeedback Augmented Rehabilitation Following Total Joint Arthroplasty
Applications are invited for a fully-funded three year PhD to commence in October 2023. This PhD studentship is part of an exciting partnership of research collaboration between the School of Sport, Health and Exercise Science at the University of Portsmouth and the Portsmouth University Hospital Trust. Read more
The walking mind: Can aerobic training improve cognition and walking performance in stroke survivors?
Aerobic training promotes physiological and psychological recovery from stroke, but its benefits to cognitive performance after stroke are relatively unexplored. Read more
Acceptability of goal-setting to facilitate engagement with physical activity for people living with a musculoskeletal condition
Introduction. An opportunity to apply for a funded full-time PhD in the College of Health, Science and Society, UWE Bristol. . Read more
(UoM-Melb) Investigating inflammatory and neuronal mechanisms driving cognitive dysfunction in mild traumatic brain injury (concussion)
Concussion, or mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) affects millions world-wide each year due to motor accidents, falls, assaults, domestic violence, contact sports and war. Read more
Better outcomes in motor neuron disease– NIHR funded clinical and non-clinical doctoral studentships
The specialist Sheffield MND Care and Research Centre at the Sheffield Institute of Translational Neuroscience (SITraN), University of Sheffield is leading the drive to develop and implement new technologies to improve the care for patients with motor neuron disease (MND). Read more
The Impact of Heat Stress on Human Health, Performance, and Function across the Lifecourse
The interaction between climate change, ageing, and sedentary behaviour mean the elderly are a highly vulnerable cohort for heat-related illness. Read more
Development of a care pathway for dislocation after total hip replacement
Background. Hip replacement is a common operation (>100,000 annually in the NHS) performed to relieve pain and improve function, predominantly for osteoarthritis. Read more
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Low back pain (LBP) during pregnancy: an exploration of biomechanical precipitating factors using non-invasive telemetric sensing of gait and everyday physical activities
Research Group:
Nursing and Health
Over two-thirds of women experience LBP during pregnancy, with symptoms typically increasing as pregnancy advances1. Women often have a history of simple LBP, and continue to experience symptoms after birth2, which directly adds to the substantial cost associated with LBP in the general population3,4. Read more
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Fatigue and Pain in Fibromyalgia
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Nursing and Health
Introduction. Fibromyalgia (FM) is a prevalent and disabling condition, affecting about approximately 2–-4% of the global adult population worldwide, with unclear pathophysiology and management strategies. Read more
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Everyday use of Voice Assisted Technology as a Facilitator of Speech Improvement for People with Parkinson’s Disease: A Health Technology Assessment
Research Group:
Nursing and Health
Most people diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease (PwPD) develop speech problems over time, and have difficulty making themselves heard and understood, due to low volume and unclear speech, leading to frustration. Read more
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An evaluation of the impact of different types of AI on clinical decision making when reviewing medical images
Research Group:
Nursing and Health
AI is being used increasingly in image interpretation tasks. There are challenges for its optimal use in reporting environments. Human reliance on technology and bias can cause decision errors. Read more
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An examination of health inequalities experienced by mothers and children who are refugees or asylum seekers in Northern Ireland
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Nursing and Health
The Sustainable Development Goals, set out by the United Nations in 2015, state that everyone has a right to good health and well-being, effective services, and employment. Read more
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A Proactive Approach to enable a needs-led conversation between patient and practitioner
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Nursing and Health
Aim. To explore the feasibility and usefulness of using a collaborative, support needs tool (SNAP), to enable patients to identify and express their support needs during clinical consultation in primary care. Read more
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Physical activity, its maintenance and promotion in people with severe mental illness
Research Group:
Nursing and Health
Background. People with severe mental health problems, like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, can have higher risk of some health conditions like heart disease and diabetes. Read more
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