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Lived experience of long term Covid-19 on workers in health care settings in Scotland: a longitudinal mixed methods study May 1, 2021 - Apr 30, 2023
Many NHS workers have greater occupational risk of exposure to COVID-19 than the general population. UK studies found the risk of healthcare workers testing positive for COVID-19 was seven times higher than for non-essential workers. In Scotland heal... Read More about Lived experience of long term Covid-19 on workers in health care settings in Scotland: a longitudinal mixed methods study.

Optimizing intervention strategies integrating social prescribing as a means of encouraging and enabling healthy and sustainable dietary behaviours in low-income families Apr 1, 2022 - Mar 31, 2027
Adults and children living on a low income are more likely to be overweight or obese in Scotland than those living in less deprived circumstances. It has been estimated by the UK Food Foundation that the poorest fifth of Britain’s population would ha... Read More about Optimizing intervention strategies integrating social prescribing as a means of encouraging and enabling healthy and sustainable dietary behaviours in low-income families.

Conversational Artificial Intelligence Interventions for Encouraging Physical Activity in Older Adults Oct 1, 2021 - Sep 30, 2022
This project will develop an innovative technology solution for better communication between end-users and digital health intervention apps by identifying, extending, and testing suitable conversational AI algorithms to deliver digital behaviour chan... Read More about Conversational Artificial Intelligence Interventions for Encouraging Physical Activity in Older Adults.

Development of a pre-rehabilitation program informed by cognitive behavioural therapy (pR-CBT) to improve outcomes in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) Apr 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2024
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is one of the most common and effective treatments for severe knee osteoarthritis, with >100,000 knee replacements performed in the UK annually. Despite success in reduction of pain after knee replacements, around 1 in 5... Read More about Development of a pre-rehabilitation program informed by cognitive behavioural therapy (pR-CBT) to improve outcomes in total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Physiotherapists views on patient handling, work-related musculoskeletal disorders and the potential role of targeted exercise in preparing for occupational demands. Apr 1, 2023 - Nov 30, 2024
During their career, almost 70% of UK physiotherapists experience muscle, joint or bone pain that they believe is caused by their work; these are known as work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs). In 2019/2020 WRMSDs cost the NHS approximately... Read More about Physiotherapists views on patient handling, work-related musculoskeletal disorders and the potential role of targeted exercise in preparing for occupational demands..

Perceptions of an educational approach to transformative and sustainable practice for health and social care practitioners Apr 1, 2023 - Sep 30, 2024
RGUs accredited course for support workers is the Diploma of Higher Education Wellbeing and Enablement which was developed in partnership with NHS Grampian and aims to shape the thinking and practice of support workers as frontline providers of healt... Read More about Perceptions of an educational approach to transformative and sustainable practice for health and social care practitioners.

Understanding barriers to care through the perspectives of new mothers who experienced delayed antenatal care in rural Georgia and rural Scotland Apr 1, 2023 - Nov 30, 2024
Delayed access to antenatal care or late booking has been associated with increased maternal and infant mortality and morbidity. Studies have consistently indicated antenatal care plays a vital role in the prevention of preterm births. Preliminary... Read More about Understanding barriers to care through the perspectives of new mothers who experienced delayed antenatal care in rural Georgia and rural Scotland.

Silver Saplings: An initial review and evaluation of intended positive intervention change and wellbeing effects Sep 1, 2023 - Feb 29, 2024
Diverse wellbeing interventions and initiatives can have manifold positive impacts on individuals perceptions of wellbeing, however structured evaluations are required in order to capture and assess meaningful change. This initial project phase plans... Read More about Silver Saplings: An initial review and evaluation of intended positive intervention change and wellbeing effects.

Data-to-Practice Defining and Translating best physiotherapy practice for common musculoskeletal conditions: a mixed-methods evidence translation programme Feb 1, 2024 - Jan 31, 2027
Diseases of joints, muscles, and tendons (musculoskeletal conditions) are common and can be hard to treat. A lot of good research has been conducted on musculoskeletal conditions. However, there is a big delay between research being completed and cha... Read More about Data-to-Practice Defining and Translating best physiotherapy practice for common musculoskeletal conditions: a mixed-methods evidence translation programme.

An investigation of the development and testing of a preconception intervention for implementation by community pharmacy teams to support people preparing for a healthy pregnancy Oct 1, 2023 - Sep 30, 2028
The health and behaviours of women of reproductive age are key determinants of a healthy pregnancy and can have far-reaching consequences for the health of the next generation. Having a healthy lifestyle prior to pregnancy, known as preconception hea... Read More about An investigation of the development and testing of a preconception intervention for implementation by community pharmacy teams to support people preparing for a healthy pregnancy.