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Review of Orthopaedic Trauma, Second Edition, embraces the full scope of adult and pediatric trauma care in one convenient resource. The expertly written and abundantly illustrated text emphasizes material likely to appear on board and training exams-presented in an outline format that is perfect for exam preparation or review of new and emerging topics. Look inside and discover: convenient outline format organized by anatomic region allows quick access to essential information; core content includes background epidemiologic statistics, diagnostic techniques, treatment options, and management of potential complications; compact size makes Review of Orthopaedic Trauma an ideal first resource for residents, interns, and practicing physicians seeking to further their understanding of orthopaedic traumatology; and exam focus emphasizes the material likely to appear on the In-Training Examinations, Self-Assessment Examinations, and ABOS Certification and Recertification exams. New to the second edition: broadly updated chapters incorporate the latest advances in trauma management; and reconceived artwork with over 200 new illustrations boosts visual learning of key aspects of injury and treatment.

Help your students develop the advanced skills needed to treat the neck! Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is pleased to introduce "Advanced Treatment Techniques for the Manual Therapist NECK", an exciting new edition as part of our In "Touch" series. Relying on his vast experience as a chiropractor, manual therapist, and educator, author Joe Muscolino creates a comprehensive guide to neck treatment that empowers manual therapists from multiple health professions to confidently and effectively manage neck pain and conditions. Part One of the book begins with an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the neck, common pathologic conditions, and assessment. Part Two sets forth a variety of tested and proven treatment techniques. And Part Three offers self-care advice for both the client and the manual therapist. The treatment routines set forth in the text combine images with detailed explanations to guide students through effective clinical orthopedic manual therapy techniques for the functional muscle groups and joints of the neck. Accompanying video clips show these techniques in action. Caution boxes throughout the text draw attention to contraindications and precautions that students need to be aware of before performing manual therapy on the neck. Whether as a student expanding his or her learning to include advanced treatment options, or as a practicing therapist seeking to hone and enhance a seasoned skill set, this book will help readers prepare to meet the needs of their clients and become a more marketable, in-demand, and valuable therapist by performing clinical orthopedic work. Likewise, instructors will find additional tools and resources to facilitate the teaching and learning of this crucial topic.

"Myology and Kinesiology for Massage Therapists" presents the anatomy and function of the muscular system using an innovative applied learning technique designed to help today's massage student learn and understand this subject. As this is a subject that many massage students struggle with, this integrated workbook approach helps students apply their knowledge to massage-specific scenarios, and accommodates the needs of multiple learning styles. Beginning with an overview of the body and anatomical structures, the text builds to a thorough review of each body area, complete with full-color illustrations. Each chapter is divided into two parts: a text/content section followed by an activity/workbook section. The text section provides context for the activities and helps familiarize the student with the different bones, muscles, and other structures within each body region. The workbook section includes muscle drawing exercises, claywork exercises, case study exercises and review questions.

Condition-Specific Massage Therapy is a versatile book that outlines treatment goals for relieving musculoskeletal conditions in the context of a relaxation/wellness massage session. Students in a basic 500-700 hour program and practicing therapists will both benefit from the techniques outlined, as well as build upon critical thinking and basic massage skills. This book will prepare therapists and students both in the clinical and spa setting for dealing with common musculoskeletal conditions. Templated chapters for eleven of these common conditions apply foundational science to massage practice and move the student from understanding each condition to assessing and working with the client. Each chapter ends with a Professional Growth section, which encourages further exploration and critical thinking. More and more consumers of massage therapy are using it to address specific complaints. With the possibility of massage therapy being covered by insurance, therapists who can assess signs and symptoms and plan treatment goals will have an advantage in the market. But not all schools want to teach clinical Massage. Condition-Specific Massage Therapy offers an entree into specific treatment without being heavily clinical. Written in simple language, CSMT provides the critical thinking tools students need to assess and address common conditions using the hands-on skills they already have, regardless of modality.

"Communication Skills for the Healthcare Professional" is a comprehensive yet compact guide to learning essential communication skills that will prepare students for success as healthcare professionals. Intended to supplement the clinical coursework students complete in the first one to two years of all allied health programs, the book uses a broad range of examples, role plays, and scenarios from virtually every healthcare field, enabling both instructors and students to use it as an essential resource for mastering any area-specific communication skill. Each chapter provides students with objective and short-answer questions to test comprehension of the material, as well as more complex clinical applications that encourage students to develop the critical thinking skills they will need every day as professionals in the healthcare industry.

Neuromuscular Therapy Manual is a concise "essentials" manual of neuromuscular massage therapy and trigger point therapy. The book is designed specifically for the needs of massage therapy students. Content is presented in a highly easy-to-use format.

"Transplant Infections" is a practical, clinically focused reference covering the common and more unusual bacterial, viral, and fungal infections affecting patients who have received stem cell or solid organ transplants. It provides a comprehensive review of the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of opportunistic infections and presents strategies for infection prevention and control. Highlights of the Third Edition include a chapter on new immunosuppressive agents and expanded coverage of tropical infections and West Nile virus.

This handbook is an excellent introduction to cardiac CT imaging for the resident, the fellow, or the clinician. It includes chapters on cardiac CT from the perspective of an electro physiologist and an interventionalist/surgeon, presents the latest information on the indications for and limitations of CT, and covers the use of CT in specific patient populations such as peripheral vascular disease and congenital heart disease.

This question-and-answer formatted book provides a complete yet focused review of sleep medicine. It is geared to physicians who wish to assess their knowledge of sleep medicine and will be of interest to neurologists, pulmonologists, psychiatrists, otolaryngologists, and respiratory and sleep technologists. The distribution of questions mimics the sleep medicine boards. The book focuses on sleep evaluation and provides strong coverage of sleep physiology. Detailed explanations and educational objectives accompany every answer. A companion Website will present the questions and answers in the book in electronic format.

This question-and-answer formatted book provides a complete yet focused review of clinical neurophysiology. It contains 534 questions and detailed answers with page references to larger reference books and textbooks of interest. Emphasis is on key concepts that every neurologist/neurophysiologist must master to take qualification boards or to practice this discipline. Coverage includes basic physics and electronics with their direct practical implications, electroencephalography, evoked potentials, nerve conduction studies, electromyography, sleep medicine, autonomic testing and central neurophysiology, and neurophysiological intra operative monitoring. A companion Website will present all of the questions and answers in the book in electronic format.

This comprehensive text focuses on psychiatric issues associated with HIV/AIDS and provides clinicians with a basic understanding of epidemiology, virology, transmission, and medical treatments inclusive of occupational exposures. Psychosocial, spiritual, and sociocultural aspects of HIV/AIDS are covered, describing implications of HIV/AIDS across minority groups. The treatment section allows clinicians to organize an effective psychiatric treatment plan for all mental disorders associated with HIV/AIDS. Issues of adherence, prevention, and public well-being are emphasized throughout. The management of medical problems such as delirium, dementia, and pain management in special HIV/AIDS patients with co-morbid substance abuse as well as end of life care is also included.

"Mastering ACLS, Second Edition" will help health care professionals successfully complete the American Heart Association's Advanced Cardiac Life Support course and certification exam. This quick-review outline-format study guide covers the core knowledge and skills needed for ACLS - including detailed, illustrated life support techniques, core case studies, arrhythmias, defibrillation procedures, I.V. techniques, cardiovascular pharmacology, myocardial infarction, and special resuscitation situations. Now in full color, this edition features 200 illustrations and algorithms, expanded chapter quizzes, a comprehensive test, expanded information on automated external defibrillators, and additional case scenarios in the Megacode and other chapters. A new appendix reviews Basic Cardiac Life Support guidelines.