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  • 50+ Foot Challenges

    Assessment and Evidence-Based Management
    • 2nd Edition
    • Colin Thomson + 1 more
    • English
    The new edition retains all the benefits of the popular first edition but adds more cases, more illustrations, new sections and invaluable appendices. The same illustrated case-history format as in the first edition presents readers with the clinical problems of each disorder. In each case, a problem-solving approach is encouraged through a question-and-answer format. This guides the reader to the appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan. Clinical tips for improving practice are included and each study concludes with a short list of key points and references to further reading. All those involved in the care and management of patients with foot conditions will find this book an invaluable aide-memoire and guide to their daily practice.

  • A Materia Medica for Chinese Medicine

    plants, minerals and animal products
    • 1st Edition
    • Carl-Herman Hempen
    • English
    Phytotherapy or herbal medicine is the most important therapy within Chinese medicine and is being used increasingly in the West. A Materia Medica for Chinese Medicine: plants, minerals and animal products describes 400 of the most important plants, minerals and animal substances used as treatments by Chinese medical practitioners. The items included have been selected according to their degree of clinical relevance. Each remedy is clearly described and illustrated on two facing pages, making this an easily accessible reference for both students and practitioners of Chinese herbal medicine. The clearly laid out text presents the following details for each herb or substance included: a detailed description of the characteristic features indictions for safe use medicinal and toxic effects possible combinations with other substances full-colour illustrations, generally two for each substance, showing the detailed characterisitcs of the item described A Materia Medica for Chinese Medicine has been written by two medically trained doctors who have worked as TCM therapists specializing in the use of Chinese herbs for more than 30 years. Based on their many years of teaching and practice, the book has been carefully compiled and designed to provide a concise and accurate practice-based reference for both students and practitioners.

  • Botanical Medicine for Women's Health

    • 1st Edition
    • Aviva Romm
    • English
    A comprehensive resource of medical and herbal interventions related to women's health issues, Botanical Medicine for Women’s Health provides a unique combination of traditional and modern scientific data on herbal medicine. Written by Aviva Romm, MD, an experienced herbalist, physician, and midwife, this guide blends a clinician-sensitive and patient-centered approach to women’s health issues. Coverage of menstrual health, fertility, breast conditions, and more makes this an essential resource for everyday practice. Winner of the 2010 American Botanical Council's James A. Duke Excellence in Botanical Literature Award!

  • Cleft Palate Speech

    • 4th Edition
    • Sally J. Peterson-Falzone + 2 more
    • English
    As the classic reference on cleft palates for more than 25 years, 'the blue book' continues to be the single, essential source on cleft lip and palate for all members of the craniofacial team. This essential text provides a unique and comprehensive approach to cleft assessment, treatment, and management, with new and revised content that will keep you at the cutting edge of cleft lip and palate treatment and therapies.

  • Orthopedic Massage

    Theory and Technique
    • 2nd Edition
    • Whitney W. Lowe
    • English
    Fully updated and revised Orthopedic Massage has been written for those interested in understanding and applying massage as an intervention for soft-tissue disorders. Recent research into the physiological effects of massage has strengthened the justification for its use in the treatment of soft-tissue pain and injury conditions. Orthopedic soft-tissue problems are common among the general population, whether from sports, occupational activities, or chronic pain. This text presents a comprehensive and in-depth look at the physiological nature of these conditions and the massage treatments most effective for their relief. A particular contribution this text makes is its validation for the role of massage in treating orthopedic conditions. In addition, it aims to help the clinician understand the relationship between the soft tissues to which they apply their techniques and the overall orthopedic disorder affecting their clients. Although written chiefly for massage practitioners, the lessons it teaches are relevant to any practitioner who is concerned with the treatment of soft-tissue injuries.

  • Acupoint Dictionary

    • 2nd Edition
    • David Hartmann
    • English
    This quick reference guide for acupuncture students and qualified practitioners provides acupuncture treatments for 1000 Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Actions, and Western signs, symptoms and disease states. Treatments are listed alphabetically, and most conditions are covered - from the most common signs and symptoms like neck pain to rarer and more chronic ones like Raynaud’s phenomenon. TCM Actions incorporate "Liver Yang Rising", "Sanjiao", "Qi Stagnation", etc – they are the cornerstone of any treatment planned by a TCM practitioner and are an important inclusion to this new edition. The remaining disorders are Western signs/symptoms/disea... states, as well as treatment principles to adopt in certain situations. Basic signs and symptoms include memory loss and headache, disease states include hepatitis and irritable bowel syndrome, and treatment principles include inducing labour and reducing lactic acid build-up. Each of the 1000 disorders is presented with TCM Actions (referenced), main acupoints (referenced), secondary acupoints, and additional notes necessary to better understand the condition.

  • The Physiotherapist's Pocket Guide to Exercise

    Assessment, Prescription and Training
    • 1st Edition
    • Angela Jane Glynn + 1 more
    • English
    This book is for therapists involved in exercise therapy for the prevention and treatment of disease. It covers exercise assessment, current prescription guidelines, precautions, exercise design and clinical case studies. The book also includes exercises to increase strength, power, local muscle endurance, range of movement and aerobic capacity and will be relevant to all areas of therapy practice. In addition to the general guidelines, considerations for exercise groups and exercise at home as well as exercise in special patient populations are addressed. This allows therapists who are expert in one area to become familiar with exercise prescription in another. The book underpins therapeutic exercise in general and also addresses specific considerations for particular clinical situations within current guidelines and practical considerations.

  • A Physiotherapist's Guide to Clinical Measurement

    • 1st Edition
    • John Edward Fox + 1 more
    • English
    A Physiotherapist’s Guide to Measurement is an essential tool for both the student and clinician who will gain ready access to a wide range of common measurement techniques. This exclusive handy guide gives detailed images of the various measuring methods used in practice, such as goniometric measurement of all the main joints; lower and upper limb girth measurements; manual muscle testing of all major muscle groups; spinal measurements; spirometry (respiratory function); and many more! Each illustration is accompanied by concise but clear instructional text. Additionally, reference tables cover the aims, methodology and results of research, summarising studies on the reliability and validity of a particular measuring tool.

  • La rééducation de l'écriture de l'enfant

    Pratique de la graphothérapie
    • 2nd Edition
    • Olivier Révol + 1 more
    • French
    Fruit de plusieurs années de réflexion et de pratique graphothérapique, cet ouvrage s'inscrit dans la continuité d'un travail d'équipe approfondi sur la mise au point du traitement des dysgraphies. Il reprend en détail la naissance du geste graphique, les conditions de son évolution et les possibilités de restauration de ses perturbations. On aborde ici le « pourquoi » et le « comment » de la graphothérapie, qui repose sur une relation privilégiée entre le rééducateur et le patient. Il faut travailler sur le schéma corporel, la latéralisation, et la relaxation du geste de l'enfant ; le petit dysgraphique apprend ainsi à gérer son énergie, apprivoiser sa respiration, affiner son toucher, tenir correctement son crayon. C'est alors qu'il parviendra peu à peu à discipliner le mouvement de son écriture, et à s'installer à l'aise dans son espace-feuille, pour découvrir enfin le plaisir d'écrire. La graphothérapie refait le travail pédagogique qui précède normalement l'apprentissage de l'écriture et met à la disposition de l'enfant le « modèle calligraphique », qu'il personnalisera à son gré. En effet, il n'est pas question de pratiquer une rééducation sauvage en imposant à l'enfant une écriture qui ne lui appartient pas. Ce manuel didactique qui ouvre de nouvelles pistes de réflexion est au service de tous ceux qui, de près ou de loin, sont concernés par l'écriture des enfants. « Un tel ouvrage manquait. C'est un guide sûr pour praticiens, un outil de travail méthodique et précis… Avec cette recherche originale, un vide est heureusement comblé ». (Robert OLIVAUX)

  • Sports Injuries

    A Unique Guide to Self-Diagnosis and Rehabilitation
    • 3rd Edition
    • Malcolm T. F. Read + 1 more
    • English
    Sports Injuries provides an indispensable self-help guide to all the common injuries that occur. This book will help to:•quickly pinpoint the source of the injury •know which conditions you can treat yourself and when to visit an expert •stay fit and flexible during recovery •encourage your body to heal fasterEasy-to-follow illustrations help you to locate the area of pain quickly then guide you through a range of simple self-diagnostic tests and medical options. Once the problem and course of care are determined, unique fitness ladders tell you what you can do to stay mobile and how to avoid further injury.

  • La Réhabilitation du malade respiratoire chronique

    • 1st Edition
    • Grégory Ninot + 1 more
    • French
    Les maladies chroniques sont de plus en plus nombreuses et présentent entre elles des points communs : intolérance à l'effort, retentissement psychosocial, inflammation systémique, voire musculaire…. Les patients souffrant de broncho-pneumopathie chronique obstructive (BPCO) sont pris dans un cercle vicieux : leur maladie entraînant un essoufflement pour des efforts de plus en plus limités, les patients réduisent leur activité physique et se sédentarisent, ce qui aggrave l'essoufflement et altère leur qualité de vie. La réhabilitation du malade respiratoire chronique, qui met en place un accompagnement centré sur le patient et adapté à son projet et lieu de vie, permet de sortir de ce cercle vicieux. Au-delà du traitement pharmacologique, les auteurs réunis dans cet ouvrage proposent un programme de réhabilitation fondé sur l'activité physique et l'éducation thérapeutique, dont les résultats ont été analysés en termes de « médecine fondée sur les preuves ». L'objectif de ce livre rigoureux et très pratique est de présenter les bases fondamentales, l'évaluation du malade respiratoire chronique, la prise en charge somatique, l'accompagnement psychosocial ainsi que l'organisation de la réhabilitation. Composé de 31 chapitres, il réunit des spécialistes français, canadiens, belges, suisses, tunisiens. Il intéressera les pneumologues, les médecins généralistes, les infirmiers, les kinésithérapeutes, les spécialistes en activité physique adaptée et plus largement tous les professionnels de la santé confrontés aux maladies chroniques.

  • Neuromusculoskeletal Clinical Tests

    A Clinician's Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • Richard Jasper Day + 2 more
    • English
    NEUROMUSCULOSKELETAL CLINICAL TESTS: A CLINICIAN'S GUIDE is an essential tool for both students and clinicians working in the orthopaedic/musculos... field. Recalling, applying and interpreting correctly the vast range of clinical tests is a difficult task for even the most experienced clinician. This exceptionally practical book provides a suitable selection of clinical tests, which can be used in either the academic or clinical setting. Consistently structured for easy referral, the text covering each test contains 3 sections – introduction, procedure and findings with interpretations – all backed up by detailed images. This clearly illustrates both the theoretical and practical information for every clinical test included.

  • La médication officinale

    Conseils et médicaments délivrés par le pharmacien à l'officine
    • 3rd Edition
    • René Caquet
    • French
    Le conseil à l'officine et le traitement de la pathologie courante sont des actes majeurs dans le métier de pharmacien. Le public le sait bien et n'hésite pas à consulter ces professionnels à la fois proches et disponibles. Spécialiste du médicament, le pharmacien d'officine s'affirme aujourd'hui comme un praticien du tout premier recours, capable de répondre à de multiples demandes par un conseil thérapeutique adapté, autrement dit par une « médication officinale ». Cet ouvrage est destiné aux pharmaciens d'officine et à leurs collaborateurs, soucieux de connaître la conduite à tenir face aux symptômes les plus fréquents présentés par les patients. Il décrit sous forme de fiches pratiques, classées par symptômes, une centaine de situations auxquelles ils peuvent être confrontés dans leur exercice quotidien. Chaque fiche fait un point clinique sur les pathologies susceptibles de se cacher derrière les symptômes, en insistant sur les situations d'urgence. Dans un deuxième temps, des conseils sont proposés aux pharmaciens, leur permettant d'informer, de dispenser des médicaments utiles et d'orienter si besoin vers un médecin. Cette troisième édition, enrichie de nouvelles fiches, a été entièrement actualisée en tenant compte des dernières présentations des médicaments.

  • Essential Chemistry for Aromatherapy

    • 2nd Edition
    • Sue Clarke
    • English
    This new edition of ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY FOR SAFE AROMATHERAPY provides an accessible account of the key theoretical aspects of chemistry and their application into the safe practice of aromatherapy. For readers with a limited science background, this book offers a clear and concisely written guide to essential information in chemistry. For practitioners, the book applies chemistry to the practical and therapeutic use of essential oils, and leads to a better understanding of composition, properties and technical data related to essential oils.

  • Mosby's Dissector for the Rehabilitation Professional

    Exploring Human Anatomy
    • 1st Edition
    • Jeffrey Meldrum + 1 more
    • English
    Designed specifically to meet the unique needs of students studying to become rehabilitation professionals - including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and chiropractors - this full-color dissection guide helps you connect discoveries in the dissection lab with function and pathology. With the necessary technical information you need – including content on applied anatomy, embryology, and structural histology – in 25 laboratory exploration chapters, this unique guide uses case studies and critical thinking exercises to encourage you to explore human anatomy, synthesize your findings, and apply your knowledge to clinical practice.

  • A Myofascial Approach to Thai Massage

    East meets West
    • 1st Edition
    • Howard Derek Evans
    • English
    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.

  • A Pocketbook of Managing Lower Back Pain

    • 1st Edition
    • Fraser Ferguson
    • English
    You are about to go on placement or have recently qualified and are about to treat patients complaining of low back pain. Questions such as 'What do I do?'; 'What do I look for'; 'How do I do it?' may suddenly become overwhelming.This pocketbook covers the examination, initial management and discharge options for patients with low back pain. It will fit easily into your pocket with information that is close to hand.A simple, effective pocketbook for students and junior staff treating patients with low back pain.

  • Teaching pilates for postural faults, illness and injury

    a practical guide
    • 1st Edition
    • Jane Paterson
    • English
    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.

  • Chinesische Pulsdiagnostik

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    • 2nd Edition
    • Heping Yuan
    • German
    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).

  • Modalities for Massage and Bodywork

    • 1st Edition
    • Elaine Stillerman
    • English
    Gain a better understanding of the top modalities in massage practice with expert insight and a balanced, user-friendly approach! This current, consistently organized resource distills a wealth of information on 21 popular massage modalities into easy-to-read overviews detailing the essential principles behind each therapy. Identify the modalities that best apply to your clients, incorporate key concepts into your practice, and take the first steps toward specialization all with one helpful text!

  • Natural Standard Medical Conditions Reference

    An Integrative Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Natural Standard + 1 more
    • English
    Healthcare providers are often approached by patients and clients about alternative therapies, whether self-prescribing or wanting to add therapies as an adjunct to the medical treatment they will be receiving. In addition, many healthcare providers plan to incorporate alternative treatments into their practice for a more integrative approach. Whichever the case, it’s important for the healthcare provider to have access to information about alternative and integrative treatments and how they work with standard medical therapies. Answering this need is Natural Standard Medical Conditions Reference: An Integrative Approach, a quick reference book with integrative medicine monographs for more than 100 of the most crucial conditions. This is your best source for comprehensive, evidence-based integrative medicine information, categorized according to evidence and proven efficacy.

  • Contexts of Physiotherapy Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Joy Higgs + 3 more
    • English
    This book provides comprehensive coverage of the key issues and perspectives in the current practice of physiotherapy, focussing on the issues that are not taught in 'clinical' texts yet that underpin professional practice. The book helps students gain a good understanding of the physiotherapy profession. It will introduce students to the key practice issues included in professional entry curricula: history of the profession, the workforce and roles of physiotherapists, ethics, law, reflective practice, clinical reasoning, teamwork, and other professional issues within the field of physiotherapy.

  • Respiratory Physiotherapy

    An On-Call Survival Guide
    • 2nd Edition
    • Jane Cross + 5 more
    • English
    The second edition of RESPIRATORY PHYSIOTHERAPY (formerly EMERGENCY PHYSIOTHERAPY) continues to be a highly accessible and convenient guide which brings the insight of clinical experts in the field to the fingertips of the busy physiotherapist who are often exposed to challenging and stressful situations. Beverley Harden is now joined by a team of 5 additional Editors and the new edition has been completely revamped. It looks at assessment, management of and calls to specific areas while presenting key information in tables, bullets and summaries for quick reference on the ward.

  • Ostéopathie crânienne

    Techniques et protocoles de traitement
    • 1st Edition
    • Alain Berton + 1 more
    • French
    Cet ouvrage destiné aux étudiants en école d’ostéopathie comme aux professionnels est articulé en trois volets : - la première partie établit les principes fondamentaux du raisonnement ostéopathique et définit le système crâne sur les plans mécanique, neurologique et vasculaire ; - la deuxième partie passe en revue les différentes pathologies du crâne, mais aussi de la sphère oro-faciale dans une optique de diagnostic ostéopathique ; - la troisième partie expose enfin les tests et techniques de manipulation utilisés en ostéopathie crânienne en déroulant à chaque fois les contacts et le positionnement, la mécanique et la gestuelle mises en œuvre. L’ensemble est illustré de croquis didactiques rappelant les fondements anatomiques et physiologiques du système crâne puis de photographies couleurs présentées en regard du texte.

  • Acupuncture: an Aid to Differential Diagnosis

    A Portable Reference
    • 1st Edition
    • Susanna Dowie
    • English
    ACUPUNCTURE: AN AID TO DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS gives a comprehensive conventional and acupuncture differential diagnosis, referenced by presenting condition and by acupuncture diagnosis. Presented in an accessible format, spiral bound and with a horizontal cut on each page, it gives the practitioner and student access to a handy and portable memory aid to differential diagnosis.

  • Kinésithérapie respiratoire

    • 2nd Edition
    • Gregory Reychler + 2 more
    • French
    Destiné aux étudiants – futurs kinésithérapeutes, mais aussi aux praticiens confirmés, cet ouvrage est le premier à traiter de façon intégrale l'ensemble des pratiques de kinésithérapie respiratoire. Conçu dans une approche pragmatique à partir des symptômes, l'ouvrage allie rigueur scientifique et « sagesse clinique » car, si les gestes sont rarement complexes, en revanche le choix des techniques à mettre en œuvre et leurs adaptations aux situations vécues par le patient réclament des connaissances, un savoir-faire et un savoir-être extrêmement larges et précis. Rédigé avec la collaboration de soixante auteurs, kinésithérapeutes et médecins, cet ouvrage didactique offre de façon synthétique les bases théoriques indispensables et privilégie la formation de compétences spécifiques aux différents contextes cliniques. Enfin, cette nouvelle édition, revue et complétée, comporte quatre nouveaux chapitres : la flore naturelle et pathologique des voies respiratoires (chapitre 5), la physiopathologie du système cardiaque et à sa rééducation (chapitres 9 et 24) et les troubles de la déglutition (chapitre 26). Cet ouvrage sera pour l'étudiant comme pour le praticien kinésithérapeute un outil de référence pour une prise en charge judicieuse et efficace des pathologies respiratoires. Sa lecture sera également profitable aux médecins pneumologues, réanimateurs et aux autres professionnels de santé autour du patient respiratoire.

  • Ataxies et syndromes cérébelleux

    Rééducation fonctionnelle, ludique et sportive
    • 1st Edition
    • Serge Mesure + 1 more
    • French
    Cet ouvrage consacré aux ataxies et syndromes cérébelleux dévoile une approche pragmatique et fonctionnelle de la prise en charge thérapeutique de ces troubles. Les pathologies neurologiques concernées sont nombreuses : syndromes cérébelleux, pyramidaux, sensitifs, moteurs, accidents vasculaires cérébraux, traumatismes crâniens, tumeurs cérébrales opérées, sclérose en plaques, affections neurologiques dégénératives, etc. Les auteurs, qui ont mis au point ces protocoles de rééducation, abordent les ataxies statiques, locomotrices et cinétiques autant chez l'adulte que chez l'enfant, et quelle qu'en soit l'étiologie. Ces protocoles mis au point par les auteurs intègrent les gestes courants, des activités ludiques et sportives et s'emploient à accompagner le patient afin qu'il "progresse à l'intérieur de son handicap". Une première partie introduit les bases théoriques et une méthodologie adaptée qui justifient et permettent l'élaboration de ces protocoles. Une seconde partie détaille les outils théoriques à disposition du rééducateur : échelles d'évaluation et bilans-traitements qui intègrent une dimension thérapeutique à l'évaluation des activités fonctionnelles. La troisième partie propose une prise en charge des patients lésés en distinguant trois niveaux d'atteintes: ataxies profondes, intermédiaires et frustes. Pour chacun de ces trois niveaux d'atteinte, un ensemble de situations et séquences de rééducation abondamment illustrées par près de 400 photos et 90 séquences vidéos sont proposées en ligne et accessibles via un code personnel donné en couverture intérieure. Pour accéder au complément en ligne de cet ouvrage, cliquez ici.

  • Clinical Case Studies in Physiotherapy

    A Guide for Students and Graduates
    • 1st Edition
    • Lauren Jean Guthrie
    • English
    Starting a placement or rotation in an unfamiliar clinical area is exciting but can be daunting. CLINICAL CASE STUDIES IN PHYSIOTHERAPY provides invaluable advice and practical guidance on cases and problems encountered on a daily basis allowing you to work with ease and confidence. By adopting a problem solving approach to the cases through the use of questions and answers, the authors will help you to think constructively about each case within all the key specialities of physiotherapy.

  • Auricular Acupuncture and Addiction

    Mechanisms, Methodology and Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Kim Wager + 1 more
    • English
    This comprehensive guide to auricular acupuncture and addiction provides a thorough grounding in the theory of Chinese medicine and integrates Chinese medical theory with modern biomedical concepts. The authors take the reader through the practical application of the SMART protocol. Other subjects covered include: treatment protocol and implementation, analysis of current research and accounts of how the treatment can be employed in a variety of settings and how it affects those services. The chapters discussing theory will be in depth but will have key learning outcomes presented separately to focus understanding.

  • Communication

    Core Interpersonal Skills for Health Professionals
    • 1st Edition
    • Gjyn O'Toole
    • English
    This text introduces health sciences students to the various interpersonal communication skills that are commonly used within health settings to establish relationships with clients and fellow professionals, and improve therapeutic outcomes. It focuses on developing self awareness and skills for use in health settings and covers the types of scenarios commonly encountered in health settings that are rarely covered in generic professional communication texts. Perspectives and examples are drawn from a wide range of health professions. The book includes activities that will enable students to reflect on their experiences and practice using the skills.

  • Guide pratique de mésothérapie

    Médecine générale, médecine du sport, médecine esthétique, rhumatologie, pharmacopée
    • 1st Edition
    • Christian Bonnet + 2 more
    • French
    Couvrant de nombreux champs d'application, la mésothérapie fait aujourd'hui partie intégrante de l'arsenal thérapeutique à la disposition du praticien et lui permet de proposer à ses patients un traitement alternatif pour soulager et soigner dans de nombreux cas. Que ce soit dans le traitement de la douleur d'origine névralgique, traumatique ou autre, dans le traitement des troubles circulatoires, ORL ou esthétiques, le médecin pourra utiliser cette technique qui a fait ses preuves. Ce guide pratique précise les multiples applications de la mésothérapie et donne toutes les informations nécessaires au praticien dans l'acquisition et le perfectionnement des gestes techniques. Rédigé sous forme de fiches classées par ordre alphabétique de Abcès à Zona, cet ouvrage présente avec rigueur toutes les maladies les plus courantes et leur traitement mésothérapique. Ainsi structuré, ce guide permet au lecteur de retrouver rapidement et facilement pour chaque maladie la définition, la physiopathologie, l'essentiel de l'examen clinique et des examens complémentaires et tous les détails du traitement : techniques, mélanges principaux et complémentaires, zones et rythme d'application. L'aspect pratique est accentué, pour chaque fiche, par une ou plusieurs illustrations qui précisent les points d'injections. Deux dernières parties récapitulent toute la pharmacopée en mésothérapie et les outils nécessaires à sa mise en oeuvre. Les auteurs de ce livre, qui pratiquent exclusivement cette technique depuis plus de vingt ans, partagent ici leur longue expérience de la mésothérapie et font de ce guide un outil pratique et innovant pour tous les médecins utilisant cette technique ou souhaitant l'intégrer dans leur pratique.

  • Chinesische Bauchakupunktur

    • 1st Edition
    • Heping Yuan
    • German
    Lernen Sie ein neues Mikrosystem kennen: Bauchakupunktur. Behandlung von Beschwerden und Krankheiten mit den 48 Bauchpunkten. Die in China als „magische therapeutische Methode“ bekannte Bauchakupunktur ist risikoarm, fast schmerzfrei und äußerst wirkungsvoll.

  • A Political Practice of Occupational Therapy

    • 1st Edition
    • Nick Pollard + 2 more
    • English
    This challenging and innovative book explores the political aspects of occupational therapy. It looks at how practitioners may develop political awareness in order to aid community development. A Political Practice of Occupational Therapy is about maximizing the potential impact of occupational therapists' engagements and ensuring the profession is working towards the contruction of a civic society. It is supported by twelve chapters of practice examples from the UK, US, Georgia and Australia, as well as a history of the profession as an agency for social change. It asks: How is it possible to introduce the political into a profession that is linked to health and social care? What form could political practice take, and how could the political components of practice be analyzed and evaluated? It includes significant theoretical chapters on gender, class and sexuality, challenges to holism, occupational literacy, and a discussion of political competence. This book will be of particular use for students exploring community and emerging role settings, client centred practice, occupational and social justice and the theoretical base of the profession. From an editorial team that is widely recognized for their challenges to traditional thought and practice in occupational therapy, this book will be of value not just to occupational therapists but also those employed in health profession management and development, and community based rehabilitation.

  • Pediatric Occupational Therapy Handbook

    A Guide to Diagnoses and Evidence-Based Interventions
    • 1st Edition
    • Patricia Bowyer + 1 more
    • English
    Combining essential assessment guidance with the latest evidence-based intervention strategies, this compact reference helps you quickly locate the information you need to evaluate and manage pediatric disorders. Access diagnosis-specific information on epidemiology, precautions, and more, as well as suggested interventions supported by the latest research, all in a convenient, pocket-sized handbook perfect for the busy clinical setting. Information is presented in a consistent format for easy reference and complies with the OT Practice Framework to help you ensure the most effective therapeutic outcomes.

  • Chinesische Medizin in der Orthopädie

    mit Zugang zum Elsevier-Portal
    • 1st Edition
    • Jürgen Bachmann
    • German
    Dargestellt werden Diagnostik und Therapie orthopädischer Erkrankungen aus westlich medizinischer Sicht und aus Sicht der TCM einschließlich physikalisch therapeutischer Verfahren. Klare Beschreibung der für die verschiedenen Beschwerdebilder relevanten Akupunkturpunkte, ihre Lokalisation und ihr Bezug zu anatomisch relevanten Strukturen sowie weitere therapeutische Maßnahmen (Tuina und Phytotherapie). Deckt die meisten orthopädischen Fragestellungen umfassend und praxisorientiert ab. Dieses Buch hat mehr! Mit dem Code im Buch haben Sie ab Aktivierung Zugriff auf die Abbildungen. (Angebot freibleibend)

  • Le pied diabétique

    • 1st Edition
    • Georges Ha Van
    • French
    Le pied du patient diabétique est un véritable carrefour où se rencontrent des complications d'origines diverses (neurologiques, artérielles, ostéo-articulaires et infectieuses). Ces complications, les pathologies, les troubles et les lésions qui en découlent, entraînent de longues et douloureuses hospitalisations qui aboutissent parfois à une amputation qui aurait pu être évitée par une bonne prise en charge préventive ou curative. C'est cette prise en charge efficace qui est décrite dans cet ouvrage concret, pragmatique et richement illustré et qui donne au professionnel de santé toutes les conduites pratiques pour le bilan, le traitement et le suivi dans des domaines très variés (médicaux, chirurgicaux et paramédicaux). Le lecteur y trouve également présentés de manière claire des conseils simples ainsi que les éléments principaux à retenir et les erreurs à éviter. Fondé sur une approche multidisciplinaire, cet abrégé apporte ainsi au professionnel de santé une vision globale, codifiée, pratique, la plus simple et la plus efficace possible et finalement plus positive du « pied diabétique ».

  • Tinnitusbehandlung mit komplementärer Medizin

    TCM und andere komplementäre Verfahren bei Ohrgeräuschen
    • 1st Edition
    • Michael Golenhofen
    • German
    Moderne neurootologische Forschung und traditionelle Heilverfahren in der Behandlung von Tinnitus, M. Menière, Hyperakusis und Hörsturz in einem integralen Behandlungskonzept. Lernen Sie dieses Behandlungskonzept aus schulmedizinischen und naturheilkundlichen Methoden kennen und wenden Sie es in Ihrer Praxis an.

  • Exercise Physiology in Special Populations

    Advances in Sport and Exercise Science
    • 1st Edition
    • John P. Buckley
    • Neil Spurway
    • English
    Exercise Physiology in Special Populations covers the prevalent health conditions that are either linked to an inactive lifestyle or whose effects can be ameliorated by increasing physical activity and physical fitness. The book explores physiological aspects of obesity and diabetes before moving on to cardiac disease, lung disease, arthritis and back pain, ageing and older people, bone health, the female participant, neurological and neuromuscular disorders, and spinal chord injury. The author team includes many of the UK’s leading researchers and exercise science and rehabilitation practitioners that specialise in each of the topic areas.New to the popular Advances in Sport and Exercise Science series, this book covers key aspects of exercise physiology including: •Coronary Heart Disease & Cardiac Dysfunction •Neurological disorders (Strokes, Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Head Injury) •Spinal cord injuries •Obesity & Diabetes •Amputees •Downs syndrome •Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease •Musculo-rheumatolog... disorders and pain •Bone Health •Older People •HIV/Aids •The female exercise participant

  • Manual Therapy for the Cranial Nerves

    • 1st Edition
    • Jean-Pierre Barral + 1 more
    • English
    Classically, manipulations of the cranium address the sutures, the membranes and the circulation of cerebral spinal fluid. The proper functioning of these elements requires not only the mechanical harmony of the craniosacral system, but relies also on the exchange of information organized around proprioceptors, baroreceptors and chemoreceptors. These receptors are extremely sensitive. It is the nervous system -cranial nerves and the autonomic nervous system - which transports this intelligence. Neural dysfunctions have, therefore the ability to disturb the fundamental components of the primary respiratory mechanism.Entirely new, original and abundantly illustrated, this book is an essential guide with which to visualize and become familiar with the cranial nerves. It will teach the practitioner manipulations of this delicate neural system as well as new techniques which permit one to have an effect on the most precious part of the cranium: the brain.

  • Integrative Medicine for Children

    • 1st Edition
    • May Loo
    • English
    Whether you initiate alternative therapies for children, or simply need to respond when asked for information or advice, it’s crucial to have the most current, evidence-based information so that you can safely and effectively integrate CAM therapies with conventional treatment. This innovative and reliable reference is the ideal resource to have at hand. With its focus on integrating conventional medicine with the best complementary therapies for children, it familiarizes you with the scientific evidence and rationales for various CAM therapies, and clearly describes how to use them, in conjunction with conventional medicine. You’ll find the information you need to distinguish among those therapies with good evidence, those that are safe but not yet proven to be effective, and those contraindicated for certain conditions.

  • Wellbeing in Dementia

    An Occupational Approach for Therapists and Carers
    • 2nd Edition
    • Tessa Perrin + 2 more
    • English
    The authors, specialists in the UK, draw on developmental theory to propose a model of practice specifically for dementia care. The number of people who suffer from dementia is increasing and in consequence the problems it presents are affecting a growing number of therapists and carers. Many of these problems are peculiar to dementia and the models of care used with other client groups have proved inadequate when dealing with the provision of quality of care to people who have dementia. This revised edition contains a new opening chapter which brings our understanding of dementia up-to-date. The book looks at the relationship between occupation, wellbeing and dementia and examines the critical role of the carer in developing therapeutic interventions.

  • Wirkprinzipien der Naturheilkunde

    Modelle - Konzepte - Fallbeispiele
    • 1st Edition
    • Kay Uwe Kämmerer
    • German
    Die Naturheilkunde - so der Anspruch - behandelt keine Krankheiten, sondern kranke Menschen. Dieses individualisierende Vorgehen erfordert die Berücksichtigung ganzheitlicher Funktionsbeziehungen und konstitutioneller Aspekte in Diagnose und Therapie. Wirkprinzipien der Naturheilkunde vermittelt Ihnen ein ganzheitliches Verständnis über die vielfältigen Wirkungsbeziehungen und pathogenetischen Grundmuster aus Sicht der Embryologie, Iridologie und Homotoxikologie und TCM. Zahlreiche Fallbeispiele illustrieren die Umsetzung in den Praxisalltag. Aus dem Inhalt:Theoretische Konzepte: konstitutionsspezifi... Aspekte, Säure-Basen-Haushalt... anaboler-kataboler-S... System der GrundregulationFunkt... Beziehungen und pathogenetische Muster: Energetik und Energiemedizin, pathogenetische Grundmuster und KausalkettenKasuisti... aus der Naturheilpraxis zu allen wichtigen Krankheitsbildern

  • Les principes fondamentaux de la médecine chinoise

    • 1st Edition
    • Giovanni Maciocia + 2 more
    • French
    Les qualités encyclopédiques et pédagogiques de cet ouvrage lui ont déjà valu un grand succès international lors de sa première édition, choisie depuis comme manuel de référence par de nombreuses écoles d'acupuncture et de médecine chinoise dans le monde. S'appuyant sur les textes chinois, classiques et modernes, l'auteur accorde un soin particulier à l'explication et à l'adaptation des concepts de la médecine chinoise au contexte et aux pratiques cliniques occidentales. L'exposé de la théorie est complété par une riche iconographie, des encadrés, des cas cliniques et des résumés. Cette deuxième édition a été considérablement enrichie. Outre l'approfondissement important de nombreux thèmes, elle propose une révision complète des fonctions et des principes d'association des points d'acupuncture, la présentation de 50 points supplémentaires et une nouvelle section sur la pathologie. Enfin, le glossaire (français-pinyin et pinyin-français) a été largement augmenté. Par sa précision, sa clarté et son ampleur, cet ouvrage constitue une « somme » sans équivalent pour l'étude de la médecine chinoise et de l'acupuncture.

  • Mosby's Complementary & Alternative Medicine

    A Research-Based Approach
    • 3rd Edition
    • Lyn W. Freeman
    • English
    **Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 in [Complementary & Integrative Health]**Providing a comprehensive overview, this text includes practical, clinically relevant coverage of complementary and alternative medicine, with commentary by well-known experts, descriptions of recent medical advances, case studies, and the history and philosophy of each discipline, along with indications, contraindications, practical application, and clinical trials for each topic. Research is critically reviewed, with examples of exceptional and flawed studies. You’ll gain an understanding of the most commonly used alternative therapies, as well as those most likely to be integrated with conventional medical treatment.

  • Foot Problems in Older People

    Assessment and Management
    • 1st Edition
    • Hylton B. Menz
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Dr. Menz uses his detailed and extensive knowledge of the subject to provide a critique of the strengths and limitations of existing literature and to present in this easy-to-access volume a thoroughly practical, clinically orientated and evidence-based guide. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the assessment and management of foot and ankle problems in the elderly and older people. Areas covered include the epidemiology of foot problems, functional implications, assessment of the older person with foot problems, common foot problems and their management, foot and ankle manifestations of common systemic conditions, wound management, footwear and orthotic considerations, surgical considerations and outcome assessment. Each chapter provides a comprehensive and critical review of the literature as well as providing practical evidence-based guidelines for clinicians."This book is packed full of a wide variety of references from peer-reviewed papers in each chapter. The author Hylton Menz, has obviously taken a clear evidence-based approach to every aspect of the book, which makes it an invaluable tool for podiatrists & podiatry students. I am sure that clinicians such as physiotherapists (& students) will find this book useful. I myself am a podiatry student & am certain I will use this book for the rest of my course, once qualified & beyond. chapters 1 & 2 give a great explanation of the prevalence of foot problems & physiological changes of ageing, which is useful in all aspects of podiatry i.e.; biomechanics- physiological changes in muscle mass etc. The diagrams & tables are a fantastic compilation of relevant information which provide a useful summary of the text; physiological changes of skin, muscle, bone etc & their effects & wound classification to name a couple. Nail, skin & vascular conditions are covered well with some fantastic colour pictures. I am really enjoying reading this book, having learnt a lot from it already. I recommend this as an essential read for podiatrists, students & any healthcare professionals involved in working with the older patient." - Nicola Agget, Podiatry Student, University of Plymouth

  • Homöopathie in der Hebammenarbeit

    Lehrbuch mit Materia medica
    • 1st Edition
    • Helga Häusler
    • German
    Das Lehr- und Praxisbuch informiert Hebammen und Geburtshelfer verständlich und praxisnah über Möglichkeiten und Grenzen der Homöopathie in Schwangerschaft, bei der Geburt und im Wochenbett. Grundwissen und Anwendung der Homöopathie in der HebammenarbeitAuf den Arbeitsalltag ausgerichtete Materia medicaJuristische Aspekte, die beim Einsatz der Homöopathie in der Hebammenarbeit zu beachten sind

  • Lower Limb Anatomy, Palpation & Surface Markings

    • 1st Edition
    • Derek Field + 1 more
    • English
    Podiatry students and practitioners all need to know palpation skills, but previously have struggled to find the information they need in book form. Here is the answer: the bones, joints, muscles, nerves, arteries and veins of the lower limb are described and at the end of the chapters are review questions to test your knowledge. LOWER LIMB ANATOMY, PALPATION & SURFACE MARKINGS helps you identify, understand and palpate structures through an intact skin and aids all practitioners and students in the assessment and diagnosis of conditions using manual contact techniques, relating palpation to surface markings and anatomy. Accurate location and palpation of surface structures is an essential skill for podiatrists and lower limb specialists: here is an invaluable resource to help acquire that skill.

  • LaFleur Brooks' Health Unit Coordinating Pocket Guide

    • 2nd Edition
    • Elaine A. Gillingham + 1 more
    • English
    Perfect for everyday reference, on-the-job training, or education, this handy pocket guide includes a wealth of information you need to succeed in health unit coordinating. This new edition includes even more lists and tables containing step-by-step procedures, practical tips, bulleted lists, and thumb tabs for quick reference!

  • Micro-Acupuncture in Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Yajuan Wang
    • English
    Unique and comprehensive, this resource thoroughly discusses the various micro-acupuncture systems with clear and clinically useful information for practice, including styles of practice throughout the world, overviews of each system, and treatment for common disorders. All micro systems are covered, including information on point locations and functions. Treatment protocols are given for more than 50 common diseases and conditions, providing the tools necessary for the most effective treatment of patients. The books readability, evidence-based approach, excellent organization, detailed illustrations, comprehensive coverage of all micro-systems, and practical therapeutic treatment guidelines for commonly seen conditions make it an essential for anyone treating patients with acupuncture.

  • Tidy's Physiotherapy

    • 14th Edition
    • Stuart Porter
    • English
    The essential book to refer to, whether you’re just starting out or about to go on placement or need to look up something for an assessment, the 14th edition of Tidy’s Physiotherapy is up-to-date and ready to meet the needs of today’s physiotherapy student. Chapters are written by specialists who have come from a wide range of clinical and academic backgrounds. Each chapter encourages you to problem solve and provides case studies to give the opportunity to consolidate learning and to give you confidence when you need to apply what you have learned. For the first time, a DVD ROM is included which contains sections on musculoskeletal tests, massage and exercise, and graphics which can be used for revision, presentations and even teaching.

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