A psychometric evaluation of the rehabilitation adherence questionnaire

Article Abstract:

The Rehabilitation Adherence Questionnaire (RAQ) a self-reported inventory administered to athletes to assess sports injury rehabilitation programs, appears to need a complete overhaul or should be abandoned. Many of the items appearing in the RAQ are ambiguous or confounded with outcome. Caution is urged in utilizing the RAQ to examine psychological factors to rehabilitation.

Research, Measurement, Rehabilitation, Athletes, Rehabilitation research

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Crrraaammps!

Article Abstract:

Muscle cramps occur when a muscle contraction locks in a spasm. Dehydration is a risk factor for cramps because it thickens the blood and leads to electrolyte imbalance. Muscle fatigue is another contributing factor. Treatments include stretching and rubbing the cramped muscle and drinking water or sports drinks.

Health aspects, Care and treatment, Hiking, Muscle cramps

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Carried away: the craze for bottled water

Article Abstract:

The rise in popularity of bottled water has prompted beverage companies to make the marketing of it a top priority and has sent farmers tapping their backyard springs to cash-in on the craze. With an increasingly active society, the bottled water is fast-becoming a must-have accessory.

Standards, Analysis, Cover Story, Water, Water treatment, Drinking water, Bottled water industry

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