Browsing Doctoral Theses by Thesis Supervisor "Cairns, Simeon"
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Airway smooth muscle dynamics
(Auckland University of Technology, 2010)The current study aims to investigate the relative contributions of each of the processes that govern airway smooth muscle mechanical behaviour. Studies have shown that breathing dynamics have a substantial effect on airway ... -
Changes in self-efficacy beliefs, learning and arousal following attributional re-training in novice white water kayakers
(Auckland University of Technology, 2011)One of the problems faced by teachers who train outdoor pursuits instructors in the hot‐house environment of time limited, criterion referenced training and assessment programmes in tertiary education is managing the ... -
An Evaluation of the NetballSmart Dynamic Warm-up in Youth Netball
(Auckland University of Technology, 2019)Netball is a popular, physically demanding female sport with a high risk of lower limb injury, particularly to the ankle and knee. Neuromuscular warm-up programmes can enhance modifiable factors that have been linked to ... -
An Investigation Into Improving the CPAP and the Electrical Stimulation for the OSA Treatment
(Auckland University of Technology, 2019)Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is considered a worldwide public health problem. It is characterised by the repetitive episodes of partial (hypopnea) or complete collapse (apnea) within the upper airway during sleep of OSA ... -
An Investigation Into the Effects of Pressure Oscillations on Airway Smooth Muscle in Chronic Asthma
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)The hyperconstriction of airway smooth muscle (ASM) is the main driving mechanism during an asthmatic attack. The airway lumen is reduced, resistance to airflow increases, and normal breathing becomes more difficult. The ... -
Te Rongoā Kākāriki: Kanohi-ki-te-kanohi, e pai ana? A mixed methods randomized trial of two approaches to the Green Prescription
(Auckland University of Technology, 2014)In Aotearoa New Zealand the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is three times higher for Māori than New Zealand European and is increasing. Participation of Māori newly diagnosed with T2DM with the Te Rongoā ...