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    • Manuel de palpation osseuse et musculaire

      • 1st Edition
      • November 5, 2010
      • Joseph E. Muscolino + 4 more
      • French
      • eBook
        9 7 8 2 9 9 4 1 0 0 4 8 5
      La palpation musculaire est souvent réduite à la connaissance des insertions des muscles, de façon à mettre ses doigts pour palper à tel ou tel endroit. On n'est jamais certain d'être sur la bonne localisation ni même sur le bon muscle cible. Le Manuel de Palpation osseuse et musculaire fournit une méthode pour isoler le muscle cible, le mettre en contraction et être certain que les doigts de palpation sont au bon endroit. Le tout donne une grande fiabilité à votre pratique quotidienne. Cet ouvrage est le plus complet sur les techniques palpatoires : il détaille les points gâchettes, les zones de projection de ces points et les étirements répertoriés pour chaque muscle du corps humain. De plus, les 4 heures de vidéo de démonstration sur les 2 DVD complètent utilement le propos du livre. Le lecteur trouvera ainsi dans ce manuel : - Deux chapitres sur les méthodes de palpation. - Un rappel complet sur les insertions et les actions de tous les muscles. - La technique palpatoire de chaque muscle, pas à pas avec des notes expliquant les difficultés et montrant les pièges à éviter. - Les points gâchettes et les zones de projection détaillés pour chaque muscle. - De très nombreuses figures et photos en couleurs qui montrent exactement comment le muscle palpé se situe sous la peau. - Les zones de palpation osseuse. - Un chapitre complet sur les étirements, depuis les notions de base jusqu'aux réflexions les plus approfondies. - Des remarques sur la biomécanique. - L'installation du patient, aussi bien pour son confort que celui du thérapeute dans l'idée d'une efficacité durable, tout au long d'une vie professionnelle.

    • Pratique de la rééducation neurologique

      • 1st Edition
      • November 2, 2010
      • François Genêt + 2 more
      • French
      • eBook
        9 7 8 2 9 9 4 1 0 0 4 0 9
      Cet ouvrage propose une synthèse complète et richement illustrée de la prise en charge rééducative des patients neuro-lésés. L'auteur a choisi d'articuler cette présentation autour de six grands syndromes neurologiques : - le patient hémiplégique, - le patient atteint de sclérose en plaques, - le patient parkinsonien, - le patient blessé médullaire, - le patient traumatisé crânien, - le patient cérébelleux. Chaque chapitre, rigoureusement documenté, aborde dans un style clair et concis les tableaux pathologiques ci-dessus, et déroule un plan systématique : - les données physiopathologiques et cliniques, - les bilans et les outils d'évaluation spécifiques, - et enfin les propositions de rééducation. Celles-ci s'appuient sur plus de 400 photographies et permettent d'établir un projet rééducatif concret, fonctionnel et personnalisé. Pratique de la rééducation neurologique s'adresse aux masseurs-kinésithéra... en formation et en exercice, libéraux ou hospitaliers, ainsi qu'aux autres professionnels de la rééducation exerçant auprès des patients atteints de pathologies neurologiques.

    • Forefoot Pain, An Issue of Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 27-4
      • November 1, 2010
      • D. Martin Chaney + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 1 4 3 7 7 2 4 8 8 2
      This issue, by Drs. Martin Chaney and Walter Strash, will focus on topics such as: Pre-dislocation Syndrome of the Second Metatarsophalangeal Joint; Morton's Neuroma; Digital Surgery: Current Trends and Techniques; Metatarsalgia and Lesser Metatarsal Surgery; Brachymetatarsia and Associated Pathology; Lesser Metatarsal Fractures; Puncture Wounds and Soft Tissue Pathology of the Forefoot.

    • Clinical Reflexology

      • 2nd Edition
      • October 29, 2010
      • Denise Tiran + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 7 0 2 0 3 1 6 7 0
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 7 0 2 0 4 8 4 4 9
      Clinical Reflexology takes the practitioner on a journey of examination, critical review and debate prior to making recommendations for best practice in reflexology. The phenomenal rise in interest by health professionals in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), and in particular touch therapies, has led to a need for texts that relate and integrate theory and practice to health care settings. Clinical Reflexology does this, expanding and exploring concepts introduced in the first edition. Many CAM books have been written for therapists working in private practice but many of these practitioners are also now working in healthcare settings. This book allows both groups to facilitate the greater integration of clinical reflexology in clinical practice. The book is divided into two sections. The first deals with key themes, including an up-to-date review of the research evidence and appropriate methodology, safe and supported practice and integration issues. All these themes are explored and discussed utilizing the available literature, analysis of models and concepts and are related specifically to health care practice. The second section focuses on the clinical application of reflexology and how it can be best adapted to the context. The contributors are committed pioneers in their field with a track record of integrating reflexology within clinical settings. Many are teachers, coordinators of therapy services and supervisors. ABOUT THE AUTHORS Dr Peter Mackereth is the Clinical Lead for Complementary Therapies and Smoking Cessation Services at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust Manchester. He is a registered nurse, and has worked in intensive care, neurology and oncology. Peter has an MA in Medical Ethics and has completed a PhD project examining reflexology vs. relaxation training for people with Multiple Sclerosis. An author and renowned speaker, Peter has held academic post in number of universities, most recently as Reader in Integrative Health at the University of Derby. Denise Tiran, a midwife, lecturer and reflex zone therapist, is an internationally acclaimed authority on complementary therapies in pregnancy and childbirth. She is Director of Expectancy, the leading provider of professional education on the safe use of complementary therapies in maternity care, including a special pregnancy course for reflexologists. Her latest book, Reflexology for Pregnancy and Childbirth, was published in January 2010.

    • Flashcards for Bones, Joints, and Actions of the Human Body

      • 2nd Edition
      • October 27, 2010
      • Joseph E. Muscolino
      • English
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 2 9 8 7 3 5
      The perfect study companion to Joseph Muscolino's Kinesiology: The Skeletal System and Muscle Function, 2nd Edition, these full-color Flashcards for Bones, Joints, and Actions of the Human Body are a fast, fun way to review bones and bony landmarks, joint anatomy, joint action, and kinesiology. High-quality illustrations, including photographs of actual bones, provide a clear, realistic view of the human body and reinforce your understanding of skeletal anatomy.

    • Athletic and Sport Issues in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

      • 1st Edition
      • October 21, 2010
      • David J. Magee + 3 more
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 1 4 1 6 0 2 2 6 4 0
      • eBook
        9 7 8 1 4 3 7 7 1 5 7 2 9
      Part of David J. Magee's Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Series, Athletic and Sport Issues in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation provides expert insight and clear rehabilitation guidelines to help you manage injuries and special medical needs unique to athletic clients. Contributions from leading physical therapists, athletic trainers, and orthopedic surgeons give you a comprehensive, clinically relevant understanding of common sports-related injuries and help you ensure the most effective therapeutic outcomes.

    • Five Element Constitutional Acupuncture

      • 2nd Edition
      • October 18, 2010
      • Angela Hicks + 2 more
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 0 7 0 2 0 3 1 7 5 5
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 7 0 2 0 4 4 4 8 9
      This exciting new edition of Five Element Constitutional Acupuncture gives a clear, detailed, and accessible presentation of the main features of constitutional Five Element acupuncture. It covers the context and history of this form of acupuncture, as well as the relevant Chinese medicine theory. After examining the Elements themselves and the functions of the Organs, the book explores the basis of diagnosis in Five Element acupuncture, possible blocks to treatment and the treatment itself. It puts this style of treatment into the context of other styles of acupuncture treatment — especially Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as it is used in the West today. Features The Five Elements referred to in the title are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Gives a clear, detailed and accessible presentation of the main features of Five Element Constitutional Acupuncture treatment. Covers the context and history of this form of acupuncture, as well as the relevant Chinese medicine theory. Includes an unambiguous description of the principle aspects of diagnosis within a system, ironing out inconsistencies often present in discussions of these aspects. This edition has been thoroughly revised throughout. Quotes from the foreword to the first edition by Peter Eckman, San Francisco: "...the authors have shown how their approach can even integrate with TCM findings to treat patients more completely and rapidly. As the case histories illustrate, Five Element Constitutional Acupuncture is a style of practice that is second to none, and this innovative text is an excellent resource for learning it"

    • Handbuch Diäten

      • 1st Edition
      • October 18, 2010
      • Brigitte Hajeck-Lang
      • German
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 3 4 3 7 3 1 4 5 5 1
      • eBook
        9 7 8 3 4 3 7 5 9 7 7 8 7
      Das Handbuch gibt Ihnen ganz konkrete, praxisgerechte Informationen über spezielle Diäten bei über 40 verschiedenen Krankheitsbildern – von Arteriosklerose über Gicht bis zu Rheuma. Sie erfahren darüber hinaus auch alles Wissenswerte über Reduktionsdiäten und alternative Ernährungsformen, Schlankheitsmittel und Light-Produkte. Fallbeispiele, Schritt-für-Schritt-... und Checklisten garantieren maximale Praxistauglichkeit.

    • Physical Rehabilitation for the Physical Therapist Assistant

      • 1st Edition
      • September 24, 2010
      • Linda G Monroe
      • Michelle H. Cameron + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 1 4 3 7 7 0 8 0 6 6
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 2 9 0 9 3 7
      Prepare for practice with the book tailored specifically for physical therapist assistants! Physical Rehabilitation for the Physical Therapist Assistant provides a clear, easy-to-read, evidence-based guide to the PTA's role in patient management, covering the core concepts related to physical rehabilitation and emphasizing the PTA's role in intervention. A treatment-oriented focus addresses each of the four categories of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Preferred Practice Patterns: musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary. The final section of the book addresses interventions which overlap many practice patterns. Written by rehabilitation experts Michelle Cameron, MD, PT and Linda Monroe, MPT, in consultation with Susan Schmidt, a practicing PTA, and Carla Gleaton, the director of a PTA education program, this text will be a valuable resource both in the classroom and in professional practice.

    • Physiology of the Joints

      • 6th Edition
      • September 24, 2010
      • I. A. Kapandji
      • English
      • eBook
        9 7 8 1 4 5 5 7 2 5 2 0 5
      Now in its sixth edition, The Physiology of the Joints Volume Two - The Lower Limb is illustrated in full colour, rewritten and enriched with new text. Conceived and written over forty years ago, it has brought back to centre stage biomechanics, which previously was dismissed as anecdotal in works on human anatomy. As a result of this impetus every work on anatomy nowadays covers in depth the functional features of the locomotor apparatus; in short, biomechanics has become a science that cannot be ignored. This book will be a valuable text for manual therapists, physical therapists, massage therapists, and osteopaths interested in the biomechanics of the human body.

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