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Instructions for Sports Medicine Patients by Marc Safran

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:38:32 +0000

This new resource provides easy-to-understand information on over 200 sports medicine injuries and ailments that practitioners can photocopy straight from the book-or print from an accompanying CD-ROM-to give to their patients. For each sports-related condition, it discusses the nature and causes of the injury

Physical Rehabilitation of the Injured Athlete, 3rd Edition

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:30:30 +0000

This new edition represents collaboration among orthopaedists, physical therapists, and athletic trainers. It reviews the rehabilitation needs for all types of sports injuries, stressing the treatment of the entire kinetic chain with various exercises. Chapters have been extensively revised, featuring new concepts and techniques. The 3rd edition of Physical Rehabilitation of the Injured Athlete includes new chapters including Proprioception and Neuromuscular Control (Ch. 8), Cervical Spine Rehabilitation (Ch. 16), Functional Training and Advanced Rehabilitation (Ch. 10), and Plyometrics (Ch. 11), with new contributors and new features, such as summary boxes and tables.

Practical Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:14:20 +0000

Written by noted experts in orthopaedic sports medicine, this book is a comprehensive, practical guide to diagnosis and treatment of sports-related injuries. It covers all the material required for the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery's new Subspecialty Certificate in Sports Medicine examination. Emphasis is on detailed, step-by-step descriptions of surgical techniques for treating sports-related injuries, including the latest arthroscopic procedures. These techniques are illustrated with over 800 full-color original drawings and photographs.

Atlas of Osteopathic Techniques by Alexander Nicholas

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 14:23:38 +0000

Atlas of Osteopathic Techniques is the only comprehensive full-color atlas of osteopathic manipulative techniques currently available. Richly illustrated with over 1,300 full-color photographs professionally shot for this atlas, this comprehensive, practical reference provides step-by-step instructions for 368 osteopathic manipulative techniques. Primary and secondary indications, relative and absolute contraindications, and general considerations are also discussed in well-organized textual sections preceding each technique.

Research Methods for Clinical Therapists, 4th Edition

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:23:21 +0000

A comprehensive introduction to research for allied health students and practitioners at all levels. It provides an overview of major research approaches with an emphasis on experimental methods and data analysis. The aim is to demystify research methods and statistical analysis in order that practitioners will find it easier to conduct their own research and be able to critically evaluate published material. The key concepts are highlighted and summarized within each chapter.

Principles of Neuromusculoskeletal Treatment and Management

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:10:05 +0000

Principles of Neuromusculoskeletal Treatment and Management presents the theoretical framework that underpins the treatment and management of patients with neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction. The first part of the book draws together the relevant anatomy, biomechanics, physiology and movement analysis to present a comprehensive overview of the function of joints, muscles and nerves. This is followed by a description of the clinical manifestations of dysfunction for each tissue, while the text recognises the interrelationship of joint, nerve and muscle in both function and dysfunction. Separate chapters then discuss the principles and theory of treatment approaches for joint, nerve and muscle. The overall management of patients and issues surrounding the patient-therapist relationship are discussed in the final chapter.

Aids to the Examination of the Peripheral Nervous System, 4th Edition

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:02:08 +0000

This new edition of the highly successful short guide to the examination of the peripheral nervous system has been brought up to date and includes new illustrations, to ensure it retains its place as the standard short text on the subject.

Kinesiology, 2nd Edition - The Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Human Movement

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 18:24:26 +0000

The Second Edition of Kinesiology - The Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Human Movement relates the most current understanding of anatomy and mechanics with clinical practice concerns. Featuring seven chapters devoted to biomechanics, straightforward writing, and over 900 beautiful illustrations, the text provides detailed coverage of the structure, function and kinesiology of each body region. Readers will gain an in-depth understanding of the relationship between the quality of movement and overall human health.

Shoulder Arthroscopy 2nd Edition

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 18:15:35 +0000

A leading shoulder specialist in arthroscopic surgery authors this comprehensive teaching tool. Highly illustrated, it shows techniques procedurally in a step-by-step formatted approach. Topics covered include patient preparation and counseling for shoulder arthroscopy, operating room set-up and equipment needs, basic techniques needed for shoulder reconstruction, shoulder arthroscopic techniques and an anatomy review followed by chapters that address numerous conditions appropriate to arthroscopic procedures. Features a Surgeon's Preference Card for each procedure that provides a quick reference to key surgical points. New chapters include those on patient preparation and counseling, basic techniques such as knot tying and suture anchors, and adhesive capsulitis.

Shoulder Arthroscopy By Gary Gartsman, MD

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 18:05:34 +0000

Authored by one of the most respected names in the field, this comprehensive book with its accompanying video material covers the entire spectrum of operative shoulder arthroscopy-from initial operating room set-up through advanced reconstructive procedures. It offers detailed coverage of diagnostic glenohumeral joint and subacromial space anatomy, as well as the latest treatment options for Bankart repair, SLAP repair, and repair of a full range of rotator cuff lesions. It also presents the most current mangement strategies for stiff shoulders and osteoarthritis. Plus, full motion videos on CD-ROM, bound in the book, demonstrates exactly how to complete both simple and complex operations

Shoulder Arthroplasty By Gary Gartsman

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:50:48 +0000

Here is a technique intensive textbook of shoulder arthroplasty detailing how to handle all relevant aspects of shoulder replacement surgery. Distinguished shoulder surgeons Gary M. Gartsman - author of the well-received Shoulder Arthroscopy - and T. Bradley Edwards provide step-by-step details for each category of shoulder arthroplasty, covering indications and contraindications, pre-operative planning and imaging, results and complications, and more. Copious color intraoperative photographs and illustrations and a bonus DVD of 17 surgical video clips of procedures discussed in the text complete the package and make this book one that all shoulder surgeons need to have at hand

Physiotherapy Practice in Residential Aged Care By Jennifer Nitz

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 22:14:10 +0000

With the numbers of entrants to residential aged care facilities steadily growing, there is more than ever the need for a text specially written for all professionals interested, or already working, in this specialised area of practice. Physiotherapy Practice in Residential Aged Care will assist all those pursuing excellence in this field by highlighting and illustrating the range of knowledge and treatment skills unique to the physiotherapist.

Ergonomics for Therapists, 3rd Edition By Karen Jacobs

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 22:05:29 +0000

Ergonomics for Therapists, 3rd Edition is a comprehensive introduction to ergonomics in the workplace. Thoroughly revised with the latest ergonomic techniques and strategies, this reader-friendly resource gives you the foundation you need to help clients maximize efficiency and prevent workplace injuries before they occur.

Beard's Massage, 5th Edition - Principles and Practice of Soft Tissue Manipulation

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:00:14 +0000

Originally published in 1964, Beard's Massage is a classic physical therapy massage text. The original author, Gertrude Beard,1887-1971, was a pioneering physical therapist in the 1920s who treated patients using soft tissue massage techniques that remain the basis of practice today. Now in its fifth edition, with a new title, this classic text has been expanded and updated throughout to provide physical therapy and other health profession students with an overview of massage, a description of massage techniques, information on the benefits of massage, and specific techniques for a variety of conditions.

Handbook of Postsurgical Rehabilitation Guidelines for the Orthopedic Clinician

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 18:53:16 +0000

Providing a wealth of guidelines and background information on postsurgical rehabilitation of the orthopedic patient in a convenient format, this portable reference is the therapist's first choice for a quick overview of the rehabilitation plan following orthopedic surgery.