Publications by authors named "R Eston"
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to investigate the cardiac structure and function of professional Australian jockeys compared to the general population, focusing on the impacts of the physically demanding nature of thoroughbred racing.
- Results showed that jockeys are smaller and lighter but have larger left ventricular (LV) end diastolic volume and LV mass index, indicating cardiac adaptations likely due to their profession.
- Although the overall global longitudinal strain (GLS) was similar between the two groups, 17% of jockeys exhibited an abnormal GLS, suggesting potential cardiovascular issues among some jockeys.
Purpose: The purpose of the study was to explore the validity, test-retest reliability and affective responses of a submaximal 20-m shuttle-run test (20mSRT) stopped at 6 on the Eston-Parfitt (EP) scale. The secondary aim was to examine and compare two submaximal 20mSRT protocols with different RPE end points (EP6 vs. EP7) using previously published data.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPerceptions of lung function surveillance in urban firefighters.
Ann Work Expo Health
September 2023
Background And Objective: Workplace health and safety (WHS) is an important responsibility falling on both employers and employees and is most effective when the perspectives of all stakeholders are considered. This study aimed to explore the facilitators and barriers to a voluntary workplace lung function surveillance program from the perspective of urban firefighters and describe their perceptions of its value.
Methods: Using a qualitative, descriptive methodology, firefighters who had participated in a longitudinal lung function surveillance study were invited to participate in semi-structured interviews.
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to evaluate how well Ratings of Perceived Exertion (RPE) can be used to guide a 4-week handcycling training program for untrained adults.
- - Thirty participants were split into three groups: one trained using RPE, another using power output, and a control group. Various measurements like oxygen uptake, heart rate, and feelings during the sessions were taken.
- - Results showed no significant differences in performance metrics between the RPE and power output groups, indicating that RPE is an effective tool for prescribing moderate to vigorous handcycling workouts in rehabilitation settings.