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The relationship between cardiovascular risk factors and knowledge of cardiovascular disease in African men in the North–West Province
(Elsevier, 2016)Background: South Africa has an established high prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD), particularly amongst urban African communities. However, it was unknown whether African men's CVD knowledge was associated with ... -
The types and levels of physical activity and sedentary behaviour of Senior Phase learners in Potchefstroom
(Elsevier, 2016)Background: Worldwide, the health risks of decreasing physical activity levels and increasing sedentary behaviour among adolescents are a raising concern. Objective: To determine the types and levels of physical activity ... -
The therapeutic potential of Mangosteen pericarp as an adjunctive therapy for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia
(Frontiers Media, 2019)New treatments are urgently needed for serious mental illnesses including bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. This review proposes that Garcinia mangostana Linn. (mangosteen) pericarp is a possible adjunctive therapeutic ... -
Therapeutic potential of selectively targeting the α2c-adrenoceptor in cognition, depression, and schizophrenia: new developments and future perspective
(Frontiers Media, 2017)α2A- and α2C-adrenoceptors (ARs) are the primary α2-AR subtypes involved in central nervous system (CNS) function. These receptors are implicated in the pathophysiology of psychiatric illness, particularly those associated ... -
Therapeutic use and pharmacological safety of herbal medicines
(Elsevier, 2019)In general, N80% of the world's population relies on traditional medicine for their primary healthcare [1]. The use of complementary herbal medicine provides an alternative option to modern allopathic treatment for ... -
Thinking differently about rugby performance: the relationship between cognitive functioning and on-field performance
(AFAHPER, 2018)Expert performance in sport depends on physiological, technical, emotional, and cognitive domains. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between the measures of cognition (memory capacity, attention and ... -
Thio- and aminocaffeine analogues as inhibitors of human monoamine oxidase
(Elsevier, 2011)In a recent study it was shown that 8-benzyloxycaffeine analogues act as potent reversible inhibitors of human monoamine oxidase (MAO) A and B. Although the benzyloxy side chain appears to be particularly favorable for ... -
Thiobarbituric acid-reactive substances relate to arterial stiffness and blood pressure in 6 to 8-year-old boys stratified by maternal risk
(Nature, 2018)Early cardiovascular disease (CVD) onset can be inflicted by familial cardiovascular and lifestyle risk factors. We aimed to compare phenotypic characteristics and explore associations between oxidative stress and vascular ... -
Thoracic posture, shoulder muscle activation patterns and isokinetic strength of semi-professional rugby union players
(Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf), 2013)Background. Shoulder injuries are the most severe injuries in rugby union players, accounting for almost 20% of injuries related to the sport and resulting in lost playing hours. Objective. To profile the thoracic posture, ... -
Three-year change in endothelin-1 and markers of vascular remodelling in a bi-ethnic South African cohort: the SABPA study
(Springer Nature, 2017)South Africans are at high risk for developing cardiovascular disease. Endothelin-1 is known for its vasoconstrictive properties and its ability to contribute to vascular structural changes. In this study we investigated ... -
Three-year change in oxidative stress markers is linked to target organ damage in black and white men: the SABPA study
(Springer, 2019)Oxidative stress is implicated in hypertension, carotid wall thickening, and renal dysfunction. Oxidative stress is linked to cardiovascular pathology in the black South African individuals who have a high prevalence of ... -
Thresholds for pulse wave velocity, urine albumin creatinine ratio and left ventricularmass index using SCORE, Framingham and ESH/ESC risk charts
(Kluwer, 2012)Aims: Markers of subclinical target organ damage (TOD) increase cardiovascular (CV) risk prediction beyond traditional risk factors. We wanted to establish thresholds for three markers of TOD based on absolute CV risk in ... -
Time-motion analysis and heart rate recordings of South African Rugby Union referees
(LAM Publications, 2011)The objective of this study was to determine the movement patterns, heart rates and work-to-rest ratios of South African Rugby Union referees during the two halves of match-refereeing. The referees were monitored by means ... -
Time-motion analysis via Global Positioning Systems that discriminate between successful and less-successful South African, u/18 provincial sevens rugby teams
(Sabinet, 2013)Despite the popularity of Sevens Rugby, due to its Olympic status, very limited scientific research exists to date. Such knowledge may shed light on the physical demands that this sport places on the participants during ... -
Time-to-onset of treatment for hypertension and hyperlipidaemia in South African diabetes mellitus patients: a survival analysis using medicine claims data
(Wiley, 2019)What is known and objective Hypertension and hyperlipidaemia have high prevalence among diabetics and increase patients’ risk of cardiovascular diseases, ultimately affecting prognosis negatively. Medicine claims data ... -
Titanium powders used in powder bed fusion: their relevance to respiratory health
(Stellenbosch Univ, 2018)This study aimed to characterise three titanium powders used in powder bed fusion in terms of particle size, shape, and elemental composition for comparison with safety data sheet (SDS) information, and their relevance ... -
Tomatis method stimulation: effects on student educational interpreters
(Elliott & Fitzpatrick, 2011)This study explored the impact of the Tomatis Method of sound stimulation on student interpreters at a merged higher education institution in South Africa. Interpreters were randomly allocated to a pre-post, experimental ... -
Tomatis® Method comparative efficacy in promoting self-regulation in tertiary students: a systematic review
(NISC, 2016)This systematic review sought to determine the evidence on how the Tomatis® Method, a sound stimulation intervention for improving listening, compares to other self-regulation interventions with tertiary students . We ... -
Topical and transdermal delivery of L-carnitine
(Karger, 2011)Background: The two types of skin aging (intrinsic and extrinsic) share important molecular features, while having distinct differences on the macromolecular level: both lead to increased production of reactive oxygen ... -
Topical delivery of 5-fluorouracil from Pheroid™ formulations and the in vitro efficacy against human melanoma
(Springer, 2015)Drug delivery vehicles can influence the topical delivery and the efficacy of an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API). In this study the influence of Pheroid™ technology, which is a unique colloidal drug delivery system, ...