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A MASSAGE THERAPIST'S GUIDE TO PATHOLOGY
Now in full color and thoroughly updated, this Third Edition is an indispensable resource for massage therapy students and practicing massage therapists. This best-selling guide presents detailed information on over 200 diseases and conditions, emphasizing how massage influences the disease and healing processes and how therapists can maximize the benefits while minimizing the risks.
The new art program features enhanced line drawings and full-color photographs of skin conditions ranging from mild to severe. A new appendix on medications explains how bodywork may influence the actions of various drugs. 175 illustraions, 672 pages, hardcover.
A back-of-book CD-ROM includes a self-testing tool, animations demonstrating pathophysiology concepts, and audio pronunciations for medical terminology.
ISBN 10: 0-7817-5489-5 ISBN 13: 978-0-7817-5489-7
A PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDY OF THE HUMAN BODY HARDBOUND
This atlas features outstanding full-color photographs of actual cadaver dissections, with accompanying schematic drawings and diagnostic images. The photographs depict anatomic structures more realistically than illustrations in traditional atlases and show students exactly what they will see in the dissection lab.
Chapters are organized by region in order of a typical dissection. Each chapter presents structures both in a systemic manner from deep to surface, and in a regional manner.
This edition has sixteen additional pages of clinical images—including CT and MRI—that students can compare with cross-sectional anatomic photographs. Many pictures have been electronically enhanced or rescanned for better contrasts.
Size: 8.5" x 11". Pages: 538.
ISBN 10: 0-7817-9013-1 ISBN 13: 978-0-7817-9013-0
ACC ATLAS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 2ND EDITION
Featuring over 300 large full-color illustrations, this comprehensive atlas shows how more than 150 disorders can disrupt the human body's equilibrium. It is designed to help healthcare professionals visualize disease processes and understand the rationales for clinical interventions.
Introductory chapters illustrate basic pathophysiologic concepts including cells, cancer, infection, genetics, and fluids and electrolytes. Thirteen chapters organized by body system cover all major diseases, with illustrations, charts, and brief text on causes, pathophysiology, signs, symptoms, diagnostic tests, and treatment.
This Second Edition includes 10 new disease entries and updated information throughout. Diagnostic test information now includes expected findings for the disorder.
ISBN 10: 1-58255-364-5 ISBN 13: 978-1-58255-364-1
ACSM RESOURCES FOR THE PERSONAL TRAINER
This valuable resource is the official ACSM preparatory tool for the ACSM Certified Personal TrainerSM exam and provides coverage of fitness assessment, exercise prescription, and exercise leadership along with discussions of anatomy and physiology, injury prevention, psychology, emergency techniques, exercise leadership programs, and legal issues. It includes the fundamental knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) used to improve, maintain, and/or optimize health-related components of physical fitness and performance.
The Second Edition is now in full color and includes information on writing appropriate exercise recommendations, leading and demonstrating safe and effective methods of exercise, and motivating individuals.
Size: 8.375" x 10.875". Pages: 704
ISBN 10: 0-7817-9053-0 ISBN 13: 978-0-7817-9053-6
$55.95
AN ILLUSTRATED ADVENTURE IN HUMAN ANATOMY
Completely redesigned to make it more kid-friendly! A fun and interesting way to learn about human anatomy. This illustrated book is designed for ages 8-12 and covers many of the major systems and structures of the body. The skeletal, muscular, digestive, and respiratory systems as well as the brain & nerves, heart & blood, eyes and ears are all illustrated with kid-friendly pictures and easy-to-understand descriptions and anatomically-correct terms. Games and activities, trivia, and fun facts are also included. The charming illustrations invite curiosity and make learning easy. The book measures 8-1/2" x 11", 56 pages, softcover. Second edition.
Includes:
- Your Skeletal System
- Your Muscular System
- Your Nervous System
- Your Circulatory System
- Your Respiratory System
- Your Digestive System
- Your Eyes
- Your Ears
- Your Taste and Smell
- Glossary
ISBN 10: 1-58779-490-X ISBN 13: 978-1-58779-490-2
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY MADE INCREDIBLY EASY!
This Second Edition is fully updated to deliver the latest information on anatomy and physiology in an easy-to-understand, enjoyable style. Abundant quick-scan tables, illustrations, and flowcharts help the reader focus on key information, while memory joggers and Incredibly Easy! quick quizzes aid recall and help gauge progress.
Contents include an overview of cell structure and function and an in-depth exploration of the individual systems of the human body. Sixteen pages of full-color, detailed anatomical illustrations are included. Special chapters cover nutrition and metabolism; fluids, electrolytes, acids, and bases; and genetics.
100 illustrations, 336 pages, soft cover.
ISBN 10: 1-58255-301-7 ISBN 13: 978-1-58255-301-6
ANATOMY AND PATHOLOGY - 4TH EDITION
The 4th edition of Anatomy and Pathology: The World's Best Anatomical Charts features 50 new and updated anatomical charts created by the world's best medical illustrators. This comprehensive reference is an essential addition for every library, whether you are a health professional, student or interested consumer.
Since the last edition we've added 13 more charts, organized them alphabetically, and added a covered spiral binding that allows the book to lay flat on a desk. We've even changed the name slightly to further clarify the contents of our most popular chart book.
Anatomical charts show the human body in a format that provides a clear and visual understanding of human anatomy, physiology and diseases. Medical terminology and easy to understand supporting text is printed directly on each chart so you never have to refer to a separate key card or manual.
Printed in vivid, lifelike colors on high-quality paper, and bound together in a convenient sized spiral bound format. This book is ideal for studying human anatomy, patient consultation or quick reference. Spiral bound soft cover. Size 10" x 12", 55 pages.
$21.95
ATLAS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY IMAGE COLLECTION
Designed to complement the Atlas of Pathophysiology, this CD-ROM image collection contains approximately 300 images from the atlas for use in lecture presentations. Images can be imported into a PowerPoint presentation, projected directly from the program onto a screen, or printed and copied onto overhead transparencies. Images are available with callouts and leader lines already in place and are available in both JPG and PDF formats. The table of contents is organized by body system to help the reader locate images quickly and easily. Users can conveniently search for the desired pathophysiology, and thumbnail images allow instructors to quickly identify the image that best suits their needs. CD-ROM for Windows.
ISBN 10: 1-58255-263-0 ISBN 13: 978-1-58255-263-7
BASIC CLINICAL MASSAGE THERAPY: INTEGRATING ANATOMY AND TREATMEN
This richly illustrated text teaches the basic techniques of clinical massage therapy by embedding illustrations of internal structures directly into photographs of live models. Each muscle or muscle group is shown, along with surrounding structures, surface landmarks, and the therapist's hands.
Useful as a textbook of clinical massage and anatomy, this text can also be used as a practical patient communication tool. Basic clinical techniques such as compression, stripping massage, myofascial stretching and cross-fiber friction are included. Suggestions of draping options correspond to illustrations of draping techniques. Appendices include pain referral zones by region, Greek and Latin prefixes and suffixes, and a glossary of terms.
Now every copy of Basic Clinical Massage Therapy: Integrating Anatomy and Treatment comes with a DVD created by Real Bodywork.
Size: 8.5" x 11". Pages: 495.
ISBN 10: 0-7817-6307-X ISBN 13: 978-0-7817-6307-3
BLUEPRINT FOR HEALTH SERIES CHART SET
Features:
* All 9 of Kate Sweeney's Elementary "Blueprints for Health" charts in a convenient set.
* Size is 20" W by 26" H each.
* These charts encourage children to learn about their bodies in a fun and interactive way!
* Suitable for elementary through junior high aged students Colorful, anatomically correct illustrations
Product Information:
Laminated with eyelets for easy wall mounting Bright colors and bold figures make learning fun
Set Includes These 9 charts!
- Your Skeleton
- Your Muscles
- Your Digestive System
- Your Respiratory System
- Your Brain and Nerves
- Your Heart and Blood
- Your Taste and Smell
- Your Eyes
- Your Ears
BOWES AND CHURCH'S FOOD VALUES OF PORTIONS COMMONLY USED 18
This classic guide to nutrition has helped put the "balance" in balanced diets since 1937! Now completely updated for the Eighteenth Edition, this bestseller continues to supply authoritative data on the nutritional value of foods in a form for quick and easy reference. The book's main table reflects the current food supply—listing more than 8,500 common foods—and contains data on the nutritional content of foods, organized by food groups. Supplementary tables define the content of lesser known foods. Each food entry is thoroughly evaluated to include calorie content, weight, water, protein, fat, cholesterol, carbohydrate, dietary fiber and major vitamins and minerals. Brand names and the general foods that typify today's eating habits are covered; the latest information on fiber and monounsaturated fat content is addressed; and a bibliography of sources for current food composition data is provided.
ISBN 10: 0-7817-4429-6 ISBN 13: 978-0-7817-4429-4
BREAST CANCER EDUCATION PACKAGE: UNDERSTANDING BREAST CANCE
Package includes:
Understanding Breast Cancer Flexible Lamination Chart - Defines breast cancer. Illustrates breast anatomy and the the most common types of breast cancer. Visually and textually describes ways of diagnosing breast cancer including breast self examination, mammography and biopsy. Shows staging of breast cancer and lists causes, sign & symptoms, and treatment options.
Breast Cross Section Model- A hard plastic cross-section of a breast showing the following pathologies: infiltrating scirrhus carcinoma, fibroadenoma, cysts, and an adenocarcinoma. Model also includes structures such as suspensory ligaments, fat tissue, lymph nodes, muscles and ribs. Includes patient education card. Mounted on base. Size: 6-1/2" x 4-1/2" x 3".
Women's Health & Wellness: An Illustrated Guide - This book features more than 100 full color-illustrations, providing an at-a-glance understanding of all major women's health issues, from arthritis and high cholesterol to diabetes and menopause. It explains what each condition is, lists risk factors and symptoms and offers key prevention and management strategies -- all in concise comprehensible language. Easy-to-read callouts offer key statistics and quick facts that explain why each topic is so important to women. The information is based on impeccable sources such as the National Women's Health Information Center and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health. Developed in consultation with 16 medical experts and grounded in gender-based biology. Hardcover. 144 pages.
$79.95