Browsing Open Theses & Dissertations 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 ... -
The Effect of Acidosis on Peak Power After a Simulated 4000-m Individual Pursuit on a Bicycle Ergometer
(Auckland University of Technology, 2019)Background: Large reductions in plasma and muscle pH have been associated with fatigue during supramaximal exercise. The ingestion of sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) has often been used to attenuate plasma acidosis and provide ... -
Effect of caffeine on simulated intermittent high-intensity sport performance
(Auckland University of Technology, 2004)Caffeine is now an unrestricted ergogenic aid for competitive athletes. Previous reviews of caffeine's effects on exercise performance have been limited to qualitative analysis. The purpose of this paper was therefore ... -
Effects of combined bronchodilators and oscillations on the the airway smooth muscle response
(Auckland University of Technology, 2011)The current study aims to investigate the combined effects of oscillations and bronchodilators on the dynamics of the isolated contracted airway smooth muscle. Current day asthma treatments commonly use bronchodilators ... -
The effects of moderate sleep loss on sleepiness levels and neuromuscular function in healthy males
(Auckland University of Technology, 2004)Sleep loss studies have traditionally focused on cognitive tasks involving alertness, memory, learning and reaction time as well as mood changes and increases in daytime sleepiness. The effects of sleep loss on neuromuscular ... -
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 ... -
School engagement in the Project Energize health intervention programme. ‘What works, what does not work, what next?'
(Auckland University of Technology, 2012)Rates of overweight and obesity have continued to rise amongst primary school children including those in New Zealand, with higher prevalence in non-European children and those living in more deprived areas. The school ... -
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 ...