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    • Leitfaden Tuina

      • 3rd Edition
      • January 15, 2013
      • Chaling Han
      • German
      • Hardback
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      Tuina - Massagetechniken und TherapieverfahrenWie lassen sich Tuina-Massagepunkte am besten lokalisieren? Welche Tuina-Technik ist die richtige? Dieser bewährte Leitfaden führt Sie kompetent ins Thema ein! - alle Techniken und Manipulationsformen systematisch dargestellt - Kombination der Grundtechniken in Bausteinen für die verschiedenen Körperregionen Tuina lernen und anwendenTuina, eine der fünf Säulen der chinesischen Medizin, verbindet Massagetechniken, Akupressur und manuelle Therapieverfahren nach den Prinzipien der TCM. Die Autorin Dr. Han Chaling entstammt einer alten Arztdynastie und greift auf 25 Jahre praktische Erfahrung zurück. Im Leitfaden Tuina vermittelt Sie Ihr Wissen systematisch und einprägsam in Wort und Bild. Beschrieben werden die Grundtechniken des Tuina sowie die Kombination der Grundtechniken in einprägsamen Bausteinen für die verschiedenen Körperregionen bei Erwachsenen und Kindern. Han Chaling zeigt Tuina-Behandlungskon... für die wichtigsten Krankheitsbilder nach westlicher Diagnose. Zahlreiche schematische Darstellungen visualisieren alle wesentlichen Merkmale. So gelingt es dem Leser z. B. Massagepunkte zu lokalisieren und bestimmte Handgriffe fachgerecht durchzuführen. Neu in der 3. Auflage: - Erweiterung um wichtige Erkrankungen wie Gelenkschmerz, Adipositas und Fibromyalgie - Im Kapitel "Kinder" das Thema Hyperaktivität Mit dem Code im Buch haben Sie ab Aktivierung Zugriff auf die Abbildungen sowie dauerhaften Zugriff auf das Kapitel Selbstbehandlung und eigene Gesunderhaltung. Profitieren Sie von 25 Jahren Tuina-Erfahrung der Autorin Han Chaling!

    • Myofascial Trigger Points

      • 1st Edition
      • January 10, 2013
      • Dominik Irnich
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Edited by Dominik Irnich, MD, this clearly written and fully illustrated multi-contributor volume offers practical, comprehensive coverage of the subject area ranging from the latest scientific research findings to practical usage of current manual therapy techniques. Including the latest information from centres of excellence throughout the world, this new book is suitable for osteopathic physicians, osteopaths, chiropractors, manual therapists, physiotherapists, acupuncturists and massage therapists as well as general physicians working in primary care, physical medicine, rehabilitation, pain management and internal medicine. "I'm happy to say that this book is excellent and addresses all my concerns!" Reviewed by InTouch (Physio First's journal) , Jan 2015

    • Trigger Point Dry Needling

      • 1st Edition
      • January 8, 2013
      • Jan Dommerholt + 1 more
      • English
      • eBook
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      This exciting new publication is the first authoritative resource on the market with an exclusive focus on Trigger Point ((TrP) dry needling. It provides a detailed and up-to-date scientific perspective against which TrP dry needling can be best understood. The first section of the book covers important topics such as the current understanding and neurophysiology of the TrP phenomena, safety and hygiene, the effect of needling on fascia and connective tissue, and an account on professional issues surrounding TrP dry needling. The second section includes a detailed and well-illustrated review of deep dry needling techniques of the most common muscles throughout the body. The third section of the book describes several other needling approaches, such as superficial dry needling, dry needling from a Western Acupuncture perspective, intramuscular stimulation, and Fu’s subcutaneous needling. Trigger Point Dry Needling brings together authors who are internationally recognized specialists in the field of myofascial pain and dry needling.

    • Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy

      • 2nd Edition
      • December 31, 2012
      • Kerry Bone + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      The authoritative and comprehensive modern textbook on western herbal medicine - now in its second edition This long-awaited second edition of Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy covers all major aspects of herbal medicine from fundamental concepts, traditional use and scientific research through to safety, effective dosage and clinical applications. Written by herbal practitioners with active experience in clinical practice, education, manufacturing and research, the textbook is both practical and evidence based. The focus, always, is on the importance of tailoring the treatment to the individual case. New insights are given into the herbal management of approxiately 100 modern ailments, including some of the most challenging medical conditions, such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease and other complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, and there is vibrant discussion around the contribution of phytotherapy in general to modern health issues, including health ageing. Fully referenced throughout, with more than 10, 000 citations, the book is a core resource for students and practitioners of phytotherapy and naturopathy and will be of value to all healthcare professionals - pharmacists, doctors, nurses - with an interest in herbal therapeutics.

    • 2013 HCPCS Level II Standard Edition

      • 1st Edition
      • December 21, 2012
      • Carol J. Buck
      • English
      • eBook
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      Elsevier and the American Medical Association have partnered to co-publish this HCPCS Level II reference by Carol J. Buck! Code more quickly, accurately, and efficiently, and optimize reimbursement with 2013 HCPCS Level II, Standard Edition. In an easy-to-use format, this practical reference presents the latest Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes to help you comply with coding regulations and confidently locate information on specific codes, manage supply reimbursement, report patient data, and more. Keep current with HCPCS codes with this essential medical billing reference from coding expert Carol J. Buck!

    • 2013 HCPCS Level II Professional Edition

      • 1st Edition
      • December 20, 2012
      • Carol J. Buck
      • English
      • eBook
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      Elsevier and the American Medical Association have partnered to co-publish this professional HCPCS Level II reference by Carol J. Buck! Code more quickly, accurately, and efficiently, and optimize reimbursement with 2013 HCPCS Level II, Professional Edition. With spiral binding and an easy-to-use format, this full-color reference presents the latest Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes to help you comply with coding regulations and confidently locate information on specific codes, manage reimbursement for supplies, report patient data, code Medicare cases, and more. Keep current with HCPCS codes with this professional medical billing reference from coding expert Carol J. Buck!

    • Handbuch Spracherwerb und Sprachentwicklungsstörungen

      • 1st Edition
      • December 11, 2012
      • Svenja Ringmann + 1 more
      • German
      • Hardback
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      Spracherwerb und Sprachentwicklungsst... in der SchuleingangsphaseDi... neuartige Buch schlägt die Brücke zwischen Forschung und Praxis. Hier finden Sie einen gut lesbaren Überblick über klassische Forschungsergebnisse und den aktuellen Forschungsstand zu Spracherwerb bzw. Sprachentwicklungsst... bei Kindern zwischen 5 und 6 Jahren. Praxisnah geschrieben mit vielen Fall- und Therapiebeispielen Unterteilt in die Themen: ungestörter Spracherwerb, gestörter Spracherwerb und Besonderheiten, wie z.B. atypische Entwicklungsverläufe im Rahmen von genetischen Syndromen, kindliche Sprechapraxie, etc. Mit dem Kauf des Buches haben Sie zeitlich begrenzten kostenfreien Zugang* zur Online-Version des Titels auf „Elsevier-Medizinwel... Ihre Vorteile auf einen Blick: Optimal für unterwegs oder zum schellen Nachschlagen Mit Suchfunktion zum schnellen Finden der richtigen Textstellen Mit zahlreichen zeitsparenden Features und Zusatzinhalten *Angebot freibleibend

    • Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition

      • 1st Edition
      • December 11, 2012
      • Carol J. Buck
      • English
      • eBook
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      Take your first step toward a successful career in medical coding with comprehensive coverage from the most trusted source in the field! Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2013 Edition is the practical, easy-to-use resource that shows you exactly how to code using all of today's coding systems. In-depth, step-by-step explanations of essential coding concepts are followed by practice exercises to reinforce your understanding. In addition to coverage of reimbursement, ICD-9-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and inpatient coding, the 2013 edition offers complete coverage of the ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding system in preparation for the eventual transition. No other text on the market so thoroughly prepares you for all coding sets in one source!

    • The Next Step: Advanced Medical Coding and Auditing, 2013 Edition

      • 1st Edition
      • December 11, 2012
      • Carol J. Buck
      • English
      • eBook
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      Learning advanced medical coding concepts is easy with Carol J. Buck's proven, step-by-step method! The Next Step: Advanced Medical Coding and Auditing, 2013 Edition provides an in-depth understanding of physician-based medical coding and coding services such as medical visits, diagnostic testing and interpretation, treatments, surgeries, and anesthesia. Patient cases reflect actual medical records — with personal details changed or removed — and give you real-world experience coding from physical documentation with advanced material. Enhance your clinical decision-making skills and learn to confidently pull the right information from documents, select the right codes, determine the correct sequencing of those codes, properly audit cases, and prepare for the transition to ICD-10-CM with the help of Carol J. Buck!

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