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  • Foundations for Practice in Occupational Therapy

    • 6 Edición
    • Edward A.S. Duncan
    • Inglés
    Now in its sixth edition, the internationally acclaimed Foundations for Practice in Occupational Therapy continues to provide a practical reference tool which is both an indispensable guide to undergraduates and a practical reference tool for clinicians in the application of models and theories to practice. Underlining the importance and clinical relevance of theory to practice, the text provides an excellent introduction to the theoretical basis of occupational therapy. Contributions are given by both academics and expert clinicians. All chapters have been revised and updated, new ones have been written and some pre-existing chapters have new authors. A refined structure uses highlight boxes to indicate the key themes and issues of each chapter and useful reflective questions to help the reader review the issues raised in the chapter.

  • Neurologic Interventions for Physical Therapy

    • 4 Edición
    • Suzanne Tink Martin + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Whether your goal is to be a physical therapist or a physical therapist assistant, this book’s comprehensive content will give you in-depth knowledge on the role of neurologic rehabilitation in the treatment of adults and children with neuromuscular impairments and explores concepts in neuroanatomy, motor control and motor learning, and motor development. Neurologic Interventions for Physical Therapy, 4th Edition provides a current framework for neurologic practice and focuses on the precise links between the pathophysiology of neurologic conditions and possible interventions to improve movement outcomes. The text also includes a new chapter on Autism Spectrum Disorder. Helpful learning aids in each chapter include objectives and summaries, open-ended review questions, line drawings and photos, step-by-step illustrated intervention boxes, tables, and charts.

  • Muscle and Sensory Testing

    • 4 Edición
    • Nancy Berryman Reese
    • Inglés
    Mastering the art of manual muscle and sensory testing is the first step on your path to becoming a physical therapist (PT). This easy-to-follow, logically organized resource includes an overview of muscle strength assessment and precise anatomic testing techniques for upper extremities, lower extremities, and head, neck, and trunk; functional muscle tests; tests for mental status, cranial nerves, and superficial reflexes; and use of observational gait analysis as a screening tool. Photographs of testing procedures, line drawings of various innervations, and video clips showing manual muscle testing procedures augment your understanding of this important skill area.

  • Fundamentos de la PET-TC en oncología

    • 1 Edición
    • Gary A. Ulaner
    • Español
    Obra que aporta un enfoque basado en la práctica real y recorre cada órgano del cuerpo explicando cómo se integran los hallazgos de la FDG-PET-TC para la mejor interpretación de cada lesión. Utiliza un formato único y muy práctico para la presentación de hallazgos frecuentes e infrecuentes en cada sistema orgánico, explicando posteriormente cómo alcanzar un diagnóstico basado en estos hallazgos. Incluye más de 600 imágenes de alta calidad de PET, TC y radiografías correlativas. Explica cómo evitar errores de interpretación frecuentes y muestra cómo organizar de manera eficiente los informes de FDG-PET-TC. Ofrece una introducción sistemática a la lectura e interpretación de los estudios de PET-TC, ideal para residentes de Radiología y Medicina Nuclear radiólogos en ejercicio, oncólogos clínicos y oncólogos radioterapeutas.

  • Job Readiness for Health Professionals

    Soft Skills Strategies for Success
    • 3 Edición
    • Elsevier Inc
    • Inglés
    Gain an edge in the competitive job market with the tools you need to develop the personal qualities, habits, attitudes, and social graces to work successfully in healthcare settings. Job Readiness for Health Professionals: Soft Skills Strategies for Success, 3rd Edition provides an easy-to-read, easy-to-follow format that guides you through essential entry-level soft skills, such as how to dress, speak, and collaborate in a highly professional manner.

  • Electrophysical Agents

    Evidence-based Practice
    • 13 Edición
    • Tim Watson + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Electrophysical Modalities (formerly Electrotherapy: Evidence-Based Practice) is back in its 13th edition, continuing to uphold the standard of clinical research and evidence base for which it has become renowned. This popular textbook comprehensively covers the use of electrotherapy in clinical practice and includes the theory which underpins that practice. Over recent years the range of therapeutic agents involved and the scope for their use have greatly increased and the new edition includes and evaluates the latest evidence and most recent developments in this fast-growing field.Tim Watson is joined by co-editor Ethne Nussbaum and both bring years of clinical, research and teaching experience to the new edition, with a host of new contributors, all leaders in their specialty.

  • The Comprehensive Respiratory Therapist Exam Review

    • 7 Edición
    • James R. Sills
    • Inglés
    Gain realistic National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) Exam experience to help eliminate exam day surprises! The Comprehensive Respiratory Therapist's Exam Review, 7th Edition covers every topic listed on the 2020 NBRC Detailed Content Outline — and presents every item listed as testable on the Therapist Multiple Choice (TMC) Exam and Clinical Simulation Exam (CSE). It provides study hints, in-depth content review, and self-assessment questions with rationales to help you retain more information. Two practice exams on an accompanying Evolve website prepare you for the TMC Exam. In addition, twenty-two updated practice clinical simulation scenarios on Evolve offer invaluable CSE prep.

  • Top Research in Podiatry Education, An Issue of Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 37-2
    • Thomas Chang
    • Inglés
    This issue of Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery will take a unique look at some of the top research currently underway across many of the top schools of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in the United States. The issue will be edited by our series Consulting Editor, Dr. Thomas Chang, and will feature review articles from physicians at the following 9 Institutions: Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery; Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine; Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine; Samuel Merritt – California School of Podiatric Medicine; Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine; New York College of Podiatric Medicine; Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine; Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine; Western University College of Podiatric Medicine. Topics covered in the issue include: Mechanics of the Jones Fracture; 3D Printing for Foot and Ankle Surgical Planning and Research; Orthoplastic Approach for Diabetic Foot Salvage; Multi drug resistant organisms with new technology; Motion Analysis is being used to advance podiatric biomechanics; Gene Expression in post op pain and Charcot; Primary Deltoid Repair in Rotational Ankle Injuries; The Impact of Vitamin D Levels in Foot and Ankle Surgery; Plantar Verrucae in HIV Infection; The role of the podiatrist in assessing and reducing fall risk; Offloading for the Diabetic Foot - Considerations and Implications; Efinicanazole use in the diabetic population study; The use of Virtual Reality in Podiatric Education; among others.

  • Mosby's Essential Sciences for Therapeutic Massage

    Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics, and Pathology
    • 6 Edición
    • Sandy Fritz + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Get the science background you need to master massage therapy! Mosby’s Essential Sciences for Therapeutic Massage, 6th Edition provides full-color, easy-to-read coverage of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, and pathologic conditions for the entire body. Realistic examples apply A&P content directly to the practice of massage therapy, and learning activities help you review key material and develop critical thinking skills. Written by noted massage therapy educators Sandy Fritz and Luke Allen Fritz, this guide provides a solid foundation in the sciences and positions you for success on licensing and certification exams.

  • Mosby's Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage

    • 7 Edición
    • Sandy Fritz + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Success in massage therapy begins with a solid foundation in the fundamentals! Mosby’s Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage, 7th Edition helps you build the skills you need, from assessing problems and planning treatment to mastering massage techniques and protocols. Hundreds of photographs demonstrate massage techniques step by step, and case studies bring concepts to life. ‘How-to’ videos on the Evolve companion website show manipulation techniques, body mechanics, positioning and draping, and more. If you want to prepare for licensing and certification exams and succeed in practice, this resource from massage therapy expert Sandy Fritz is your text of choice.

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