Purpose: The aim of this study was to explore the functioning of people with lipoedema from their perspective. Methods: This was a qualitative study following a phenomenological perspective using individual in-depth interviews with a convenience sample of 13 Dutch people with lipoedema. The data were …

Montessori education has existed for over 100 years, with almost 16,000 schools worldwide. The results from research on Montessori effectiveness are difficult to interpret due to different ways of implementing the method. To elucidate research findings from future studies on Montessori education more …

Abstract. The rapid increase in e-waste poses significant environmental challenges. Most disposed Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) products, including computers, mobile phones, and household appliances, are currently recycled for materials rather than reused, due to perceived low residual value. This …

This study focuses on developing of a cost-effective and comprehensive physiotherapy protocol for the rehabilitation of patients with femur fractures complicated by osteomyelitis with significant muscle atrophy. The primary physiotherapeutic goal is to regain ambulatory mobility, ensure the safe progression …

The Co-Creation Reboot card set, 1st edition, aims to be a valuable tool for co-creation. This deck inspires reflection, strengthens connections, and helps you navigate the co-creation process more inclusively. This card set draws from the CommuniCity project, a citizen-centered EU initiative launching …

Objective In 2016, a selective preventive spinal immobilization protocol for emergency medical service (EMS) nurses was introduced in the Netherlands. This protocol leaves more room for autonomous decision-making in the pre-hospital phase regarding preventive spinal immobilization (PSI), compared to …

Some bullets, called tracer and API bullets, contain a pyrotechnical charge. The charge in the bottom of a tracer bullet burns in flight and enables the shooter or an observer to see the bullet's trajectory. An Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) bullet contains a hard core and a pyrotechnical charge that …

Background Inadequate protein intake is associated with poor physical functioning and suboptimal recovery in hospitalised older adults. Despite standard dietetic care, dietary protein intakes falls well below the recommended levels. To address this problem, we developed an intensified trans-sectorial …

This dissertation aims to strengthen socioscientific issues (SSI) education by focusing on the resources available to students. SSI education is a type of science and citizenship education that supports students’ informed and critical engagement with social issues that have scientific or technological …

Surviving a burn can dramatically alter a child’s life, yet few studies examined long-term health-related quality of life (HRQL). This study assessed HRQL 5–7 years post-burn in children with mild/intermediate and severe burns and identified associated factors. Parents of children (5− < 18 years) who …