Browsing Theses by Subject "osteoarthritis"
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An Anthropological Perspective on the Experiences of Osteoarthritis in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada, and South Yorkshire, England
(University of Waterloo, 2021-01-13)This research studies the experience of both being diagnosed and living with osteoarthritis. I conducted this research looking to understand whether and how societal norms affected medical treatment of the disease. The ... -
Miniaturization of Soft Robotic Control Systems and Actuators for Biomedical Applications
(University of Waterloo, 2023-09-26)Soft wearable robotics, a specialized branch of soft robotics, stands on the cusp of transforming the field of biomedical devices, particularly in the realm of assistive technology. This innovative approach offers a marked ... -
The Relationship Between Muscle Capacity Utilization During Gait and Pain in People With Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis
(University of Waterloo, 2020-09-29)Muscle capacity refers to an individual’s ability to utilize their muscle strength and power in order to efficiently and effectively complete physical activities (Brady & Straight, 2014). Muscle capacity is associated ...