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The role of manual therapy in the management of temporomandibular joint disorder: A scoping review
No full textOBJECTIVE
To explore the breadth and depth of the role of manual therapy (MT) in the management of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) in literature and to identify areas for future research.
DESIGN
Scoping review
BACKGROUND
TMD is highly prevalent among people causing pain and affecting daily life and causing poor lifestyle. Recent research shows that regarding the individual and social burdens of TMD, there is a need to consider multidisciplinary treatment options including more conservative treatment plans. This scoping review investigates the role of MT as a conservative and non- invasive treatment to manage TMD.
LITERATURE SEARCH
PubMed, Ebsco, ScienceDirect: From 2010- 2021
STUDY SELECTION CRITERIA
We included published in English, peer-reviewed, full-text available online, all ages, MT including (physiotherapy and osteopathy) interventions.
DATA SYNTHESIS
Arksey and O'Malley's framework for guided data synthesis was used.
RESULTS
Following the removal of duplicates and abstract screening, 36 studies were included and divided into the following categories:
• Manual Therapy (MT)
• High-velocity low-amplitude (HVLA)/thrust Manipulation
• Manual Therapy (MT) and Therapeutic Exercises (TE)
• Manual Therapy (MT) and Splint Therapy (ST),
• Systematic reviews in Manual Therapy (MT) in TMD treatment
CONCLUSION:
This scoping review shows that most studies support MT as an effective treatment for TMD. MT improves the range of mouth opening, decreases the pain, and improves patients’ quality of life. MT is a cost effective and conservative therapy in comparison with other treatment modalities. However, there is a need to conduct more comprehensive research with larger sample sizes and a longer follow up
The future electrical engineer registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board
No full textBoard functions
Disciplinary matters - hearings
Prosecutions
Electrical Engineer Registration history with EWRB
Prescribed Electrical Work “PEW” Section 2(1) of Electricity Act 1992
Prescribed Electrical Work “PEW” in ESR 2010
ENZ VS EWRB
Scenarios
Current registration status as of 2021
Limits of work for Substation Maintainer & Line Mechanic classes of registration
Guidelines to clarifying the limits of work
Employer license
Proposed registration requirements
Supervision - who, what, where
The future of registration - stepped licensing
The future of competency - continuous learning
Disciplinary matters –avoiding complaints
Seeking feedback
Radiological assessment of age-related changes of the microarchitecture of the bony trabeculae of the femoral neck and its clinical implication
No full textThe bony trabeculae in the femoral neck are a crucial component of the hip joint's skeletal architecture. The primary aim of this study is to radiographically analyse anatomical geography of the trabecular pattern in the upper end of the femur of 158 women in two different age groups and to relay their pattern to the bone density. We aim to establish a robust foundation for utilizing trabecular pattern changes as diagnostic indicators for bony weakness severity
Taming a wicked problem through virtual pre-simulation gaming
No full textWicked problems are those problems that are not clearly defined or able to be stated, but which are inherent in solving the problem – issues in which changes may be made and aspects of the problem solved therefore resulting in a more acceptable outcome (Rittel & Webber, 1973). In nursing education, wicked problems arise from challenges in providing quality undergraduate nursing education in an ever-changing educational landscape affected by attrition, conflicting student commitments, and global pandemics. As a nursing educator, this means balancing the essential elements required for safe and competent practice within the confines of academic timing and process. Part of the role of nursing education is to ensure students are safe to practise at their educational (and experience) level. For second-year nursing students within a Bachelor of Nursing program, being able to respond, assess, and intervene appropriately are considered essential ‘safety to practise’ elements before entering an inpatient clinical placement. The challenge for a teaching team in a year two Bachelor of Nursing Inpatient and Ambulatory Care clinical course that has limited allocated theory hours was to provide learning opportunities and resources students are able to understand, and to use frameworks needed to develop their clinical practice to practise safely in the ‘real’ clinical environment
Exploring the approaches used by New Zealand osteopaths to help promote exercise rehabilitation adherence
No full textBACKGROUND
Patient adherence to exercise rehabilitation is pertinent to the successful recovery from musculoskeletal injury. However, exercise rehabilitation adherence is a significant and multidimensional issue within New Zealand osteopathy and other manual therapy professions, impacting on patient outcomes. Behaviour change theory and techniques have been shown to increase patient adherence to physical activity advice and exercise prescription which positively impacts on patients quality of life, reduced risk of chronic disease, and overall function. The purpose of this study was to explore the behaviour change approaches used by New Zealand (NZ) osteopaths and to uncover potential recommendations to the NZ osteopathic curriculum for the integration of behaviour change to promote adherence to exercise rehabilitation programmes.
METHODS
This study used semi-structured interviews to gather descriptive data from seven registered NZ osteopaths who regularly use exercise prescription in their practice. Thematic analysis was used to draw rich themes from the qualitative data set.
RESULTS
This study provided an understanding of NZ osteopaths' experiences with exercise prescription, barriers and enablers towards patient adherence, an insight into the osteopathic curricula regarding exercise prescription, and participants knowledge around behaviour change theory and techniques. Five themes were identified from the final data analysis: (1) Participants knowledge of behaviour change theory and strategies, (2) contributing factors towards NZ osteopaths prescribing exercise rehabilitation, (3) adherence to exercise rehabilitation programmes is an issue within NZ osteopathy, (4) participants thoughts on behaviour change in the osteopathic curriculum and recommendations, and (5) factor influencing patient adherence. Participants knowledge of behaviour change theory and strategies is developed during practical experience via the culmination of exposure, application, self-reflection, and the development of expert knowledge,
CONCLUSION
The findings demonstrated that participants of this study hold positive attitudes toward exercise prescription within their osteopathic practice. The development of expert knowledge through years of clinical experience allows NZ osteopaths to become aware of the barriers and enablers that contribute to patient adherence to physical activity advice and exercise rehabilitation. With this, osteopaths can develop an unconscious application of behaviour change models and behaviour change strategies learnt through their clinical experiences and exposure to bouts of non-adherence. Participants agree that behaviour change theory and/or strategies has a place within the NZ osteopathic curriculum, however, it is unclear where it may fit due to the prioritisation of graduate competency and safe practice
Are CEOs paid for performance? A study of CEO’s compensation in the public sector corporations
No full textThis study provides insight into CEO compensation dynamics in the public sector and private sector publicly listed firms in New Zealand. This research uses descriptive statistics, OLS regression, and the difference-in-difference method to analyze the compensation-performance relationship for the period 2005 to 2012. Our findings show that CEOs in the private sector publicly listed firms are receiving higher remuneration benefits. Our results suggest that firm sales and past compensation are the most important determinants of CEO cash-based as well as total compensation. Firms with a larger board size and the presence of a formal remuneration committee are likely to provide higher cash compensation than those without
yātra: redefining pilgrimage: Enhancing cultural heritage at Rāmappa Temple
No full textRESEARCH QUESTION
How can contemporary architectural development enhance a heritage site while encouraging a cultural pilgrimage of its visitors?
ABSTRACT
Architectural heritage is intrinsically connected to one’s cultural identity. For many members of the Telugu ethnolinguistic group in India, the 12th Century Kākatīya dynasty harbours one of the last true connections to their ancestry. Thus, so does the architectural legacy of the Kākatīyas.
The Rāmappa Temple Complex in Pālampēt, Telangāna, is a 13th Century temple to Lord Rudrēshwara (Shiva) and is regarded as one of the finest examples of Kākatīya art and architecture. It is said that Venetian merchant Marco Polo described the temple in his writings as the “brightest star in the galaxy of medieval temples of the Deccan.”1 However, its current physical and social state is no longer a true reflection of its impact on the Telugu people. While its physical conservation plan has been defined by UNESCO, its social conservation remains a question to be answered.
This proposal targets the interactions that visitors and pilgrims have with the heritage site as well as its role in major local festivities. Through the enhancement of traditional rituals, events, and cultural arts, ‘life’ at Rāmappa Temple is improved. This is the catalyst for the conservation efforts detailed in this research proposal. The preservation of the temple’s structure is important, but more so, it is necessary to understand the current utilisation of the site and the new social needs emerging from its changed function.
This research investigates the concept of authenticity and identity in architectural conservation, while also exploring specific literature regarding the conservation of ancient Indian monuments. The significance of cultural routes and pilgrimage in Hinduism is redefined through a contemporary model of these ancient journeys. This literature, along with modern precedents, generates critical values for the rejuvenation of culture at Pālampēt. The proposal will enhance the use of the historic site, increase the social value of Telugu cultural heritage, and be a permanent homage to the legacy of the Kākatīyas
Improving prefabrication supply chain to alleviate the housing shortage
No full text• Background & objective
• Literature review
- Prefabricated construction concept
- Prefabricated construction terminologies
- Prefabricated construction (Building) technologies
- Prefabricated construction company (Supply chain perspective) – Macro view
- Supply chain initiative to improve housing affordability – Justification for PREFABRICATION
- A NZ Supply chain perspective for PREFABRICATION – Common terminologies
- A NZ Supply chain perspective for PREFABRICATION – Innovation type
- A NZ Supply chain perspective for PREFABRICATION – Market share
• Methodology
• Results - Systematic review: Types and use, Advantages, Limitations, Interviews
• Discussion and conclusio
Values-based education in the Te Pūkenga Conservatory: Successful actor training at Unitec (Auckland, Aotearoa/New Zealand)
No full text‘He toi whakairo, he mana tangata’:
‘Where there is artistic excellence, there is human dignity’.
Aotearoa / New Zealand is a small country that creates a disproportionately large amount of creative content and talent for its population, but funding metrics and educational design are changing rapidly. There are currently only two three-year professional actor training degree programmes in the country. Our programme at Unitec has a successful legacy of more than thirty years of professional actor education, but as part of Te Pūkenga the programme has recently faced particular swathes of challenge that clash with the very core of conservatory-based andragogy as first positioned by Michel St-Denis. Our understanding of ‘best practice’ education frameworks for Actor Training is being challenged and is evolving. As a reflective case study, this paper offers an analysis of the need for values- based, sustainable, culturally-responsive, long-term frameworks that are equipped with the relative design and resources that support successful professional actor education. It is also an attempt to positively meet the current challenge points to advance the dynamic story of our whakapapa. Actor training is familiar with setback, given that it is essentially inducing acts of disruption where cardinal points of obstacle are encountered, met, and overcome. Our kōrero is underpinned by the values of Te Noho Kotahitanga and the opportunities for Actor training. This paper reflects on positive and negative impact of changes implemented by RoVE, not the least of which is towards a more instrumental view of teaching and learning that disregards the social value of teaching arts to the detriment of a more utilitarian, accessible, and equitable view of tertiary education
Editorial: Fundamental knowledge on forgotten species: An exploration of data from rarely studied captive animals
No full textZoological institutions contribute a large amount of fundamental and applied knowledge on a diverse array of animal species. Despite this significant contribution, published research conducted within zoos or other captive wildlife facilities has historically been skewed toward charismatic mammals [1], which comprise only a small proportion of the species that are maintained in zoological collections, and are not reflective of taxonomic group sizing. Modern zoos play an important role in developing effective animal welfare, conservation, and environmental education; therefore, this shortfall in knowledge on “forgotten species” may have large, unseen, and negative impacts.
1. Non-avian reptiles
2. Birds
3. Amphibians
4. Sharks
5. Mammals
[NOTE: This article belongs to the Special Issue Fundamental Knowledge on Forgotten Species: An Exploration of Data from Rarely Studied Captive Animals)]
The aim of this special issue was to encourage the reporting and publication of data on rarely studied species within captive facilities. This collection of 14 papers brings to light new information on a diverse range of taxonomic groups, from reptiles and birds, to amphibians and sharks