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The Energetics of Health

1st Edition
February 2, 2009
Iva Lloyd
English
Paperback
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This manual teaches students and practitioners how to assess health and disease from an energetic perspective. It allows them to integrate energetic concepts into medical practice. Exploring the concept of health and disease from the perspectives of quantum physics and energetic principles, Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Naturopathic medicine and Polarity Therapy, the book uses case histories to illustrate the application of energetic methods to practice. Case histories are accompanied by illustrations and give details of assessment made, treatment recommended and results of treatment. All concepts and practices advocated are critically assessed and supported by evidence.

Diagnostic Imaging for Physical Therapists

1st Edition
February 2, 2009
James Swain + 2 more
English
eBook
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With the ever-increasing demand on physical therapists to develop the most effective treatment interventions comes this invaluable imaging resource covering exactly what you need to know! Diagnostic Imaging for Physical Therapists gives you the knowledge to understand the basic principles of musculoskeletal imaging and how to interpret radiographic images in your physical therapy practice. This straightforward, highly illustrated text is organized by body region and covers all the fundamentals with an emphasis on standard, two-dimensional x-rays. An accompanying DVD delivers high-resolution copies of the images in the text along with interactive activities to enhance your understanding of the material. With this indispensable text, you’ll recognize when diagnostic imaging is necessary, and you’ll be able to interpret the results with confidence.

Revisional Foot and Ankle Surgery, An Issue of Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery

1st Edition
Volume 26-1
January 30, 2009
Jerome K. Steck
English
Hardback
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Guest editor Jerome Steck takes a comprehensive look at Revisional Foot and Ankle Surgery with topics such as: "The First Ray", "Flatfoot", "Hindfoot arthrodesis hindfoot", "Charcot", "Ankle Fractures" and more!

Instant Access to Orthopedic Physical Assessment

2nd Edition
January 9, 2009
Ronald C. Evans
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Here’s a powerful quick reference and clinical tool – small enough to fit into your pocket, yet complete enough to cover any assessment test you need to perform! Detailing every test included in Illustrated Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 3rd Edition, this handy, thoroughly illustrated pocket guide includes only the essential information you need to know. Information for each test is presented in a consistent manner for quick reference, and includes: name of the test, alternate names for the test, suspected syndrome, concise description of the testing procedure, clinical pearl, and photo(s) of the procedure. Plus, just as in the parent text, each test also contains a corresponding orthopedic gamut which provides a summary of key points in a concise list, serving as a diagnostic rubric for use in patient exams.

A Myofascial Approach to Thai Massage

1st Edition
January 9, 2009
Howard Derek Evans
English
Paperback
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eBook
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In A Myofascial Approach to Thai Massage Evans takes a radically different approach to Thai Massage by redefining the sen lines in myofascial terms. He provides a coherent system illustrating the function and benefits of Thai Massage through its actions on the myofascial network, lymph and blood flow. A Myofascial Approach to Thai Massage:• questions some of the more dubious moves in Thai Massage. • looks at the ‘spiritual’ aspects of Thai Massage in terms of presence, attention and the therapist/client relationship. • takes a unique view of Thai Massage and opens the way for further exploration of massage in the myofascial field. • includes some examples of working with clients to illustrate the themes. This book will be of interest to both experienced and student manual/physical therapists and yoga teachers. Although specifically about Thai Massage it will cover many aspects of the therapist/patient relationship – well explored in psychotherapy but surprisingly little covered in massage courses.

Pathology and Intervention in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

1st Edition
December 19, 2008
David J. Magee + 2 more
English
eBook
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Detailed and evidence-based, this text focuses on musculoskeletal pathology and injury with descriptions of current and practical rehabilitation methods. PATHOLOGY AND INTERVENTION IN MUSCULOSKELETAL REHABILITATION provides everything you need to create and implement rehabilitation programs for your patients with musculoskeletal disorders due to injury, illness, or surgery. Each intervention includes a rationale, pathology and related problems, stages of healing, evidence in literature, and clinical reasoning considerations. This is the third volume of the new four-volume musculoskeletal rehabilitation series anchored by "Magee’s Orthopedic Physical Assessment, 5th Edition."

Digital and Radiographic Imaging

4th Edition
December 17, 2008
Chris Gunn
English
Paperback
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eBook
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This book covers all the existing imaging modalities currently in use in imaging departments, providing a sound basis for understanding how individual systems work. It is designed to be accessible to students without minimising the content. Although conventional imaging is being phased out, it still exists in certain areas, e.g. dental surgeries, and therefore is reduced in size and placed in an Appendix.

Teaching pilates for postural faults, illness and injury

1st Edition
December 17, 2008
Jane Paterson
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Pilates is a particularly safe and effective exercise system which aims to strengthen the body in a balanced way by specifically improving the function of the weaker muscle groups. Emphasis is placed on strengthening the muscles of the trunk so that support of the spine increases plus posture and shape improve. The exercises enhance overall flexibility and fitness, improving co-ordination and balance. Muscles are gently stretched and lengthened as the exercises progress and overall body strength improves.

Illustrated Orthopedic Physical Assessment

3rd Edition
December 15, 2008
Ronald C. Evans
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Logically organized with comprehensive coverage, this newly revised third edition prepares you to choose the right orthopedic tests, accurately assess any patient, and arrive at a clear diagnosis. Trusted for both its depth of coverage and its accessible, accurate information, it features gamuts, clinical pearls, and cross-reference tables for quick and easy reference. Now in brilliant full color, with all new photos of every test, it’s even more visually appealing, and illustrates common conditions and procedural tests more effectively than ever before. This edition offers a fresh look at testing for orthopedic conditions, with detailed text that explains the key moves of each test, its alternate names, and the appropriate reporting statement. Extensive cross-referencing ensures that you can easily find the right test for efficient and effective practice, and protocol charts guide you through the examination process step by step. The companion DVD features video footage of Dr. Evans performing each assessment test in the book, along with his expert commentary.

Chinesische Pulsdiagnostik

2nd Edition
December 8, 2008
Heping Yuan
German
eBook
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Die Pulsdiagnose ist das wichtigste diagnostische Instrument des TCM-Therapeuten. Das Buch führt in die Grundlagen der TCM und der Pulsdiagnose ein und stellt die neuesten Erkenntnisse in der Pulsdiagnostik vor. Für ein leichtes Lesen und Lernen steht die Praxis im Vordergrund. Abbildungen und Tabellen visualisieren die Methode. Dieses Buch hat mehr! Mit dem Code im Buch haben Sie ab Aktivierung Zugriff auf die Abbildungen. Dauerhaft erhalten Sie zusätzlich Zugang zu einem nutzerfreundlichen, interaktiven Lern- und Prüfungsprogramm. Damit können Sie auf unterschiedliche Lernarten üben, lernen und wiederholen sowie die Aussprache aller chinesischen Pulsbezeichnungen anhören und üben (Angebot freibleibend).

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