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A systematic review of the epidemiology and the public health implications of stroke in Sub-Saharan Africa (2024)
Journal Article
Abissegue, G., Yakubu, S. I., Ajay, A. S., & Niyi-Odumosu, F. (in press). A systematic review of the epidemiology and the public health implications of stroke in Sub-Saharan Africa. Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases, Article 107733. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2024.107733

Background With approximately 11 million strokes occurring annually worldwide, and over 6.5 million deaths annually, stroke has made its place as one of the major killers in the world. Although developing countries... Read More about A systematic review of the epidemiology and the public health implications of stroke in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Relationship between 3-meter backward walk test and grip strength in community-dwelling older adults (2023)
Journal Article
Mbada, C., Ozaveshe, A., Ademoyegun, A., Niyi-Odumosu, F., Akande, M., Gebrye, T., …Fatoye, F. (2023). Relationship between 3-meter backward walk test and grip strength in community-dwelling older adults. Advances in Rehabilitation, 37(3), 52-59. https://doi.org/10.5114/areh.2023.131722

Introduction: The 3-Meter Backward Walk Test (3-MBWT) is an important assessment tool used in evaluating neuromuscular control, proprioception, risk of fall and balance. On the other hand, the Hand Grip Strength (HGS) test primarily is used to measur... Read More about Relationship between 3-meter backward walk test and grip strength in community-dwelling older adults.