Medicina

The study of human gait is vital to the work of podiatrists, physiotherapists, orthotists and many others, yet due to its complexity it can appear daunting to the non-expert. "Clinical Gait Analysis" takes a fresh look at the subject, founded on the author's long experience of teaching and researching biomechanics. In the course of a comprehensive review of biomechanical principles, techniques and clinical approaches to the assessment of walking disorders, Dr Kirtley strips away the dryness and obscurity that often accompanies such surveys and provides a clear, informed and stimulating account. Both theory and practice are brought into focus, and currently contentious issues are highlighted in order to encourage critical thinking. The multiple choice questions scattered throughout the book provide the reader with the opportunity to test their knowledge of some of the more challenging sections.

Volume grande formato (21 x 28) di 512 pagine, 790 illustrazioni parte a colori. Mentre ogni edizione ha aggiunto nuovo materiale e apportato cambiamenti, questa quinta è stata sottoposta a un’accurata revisione. Il libro ora segue l’ordine logico del corpo, iniziando con la testa e terminando con i piedi. Vi sono tabelle, disegni e fotografie nuovi e rivisti in tutto il testo. Si è messa in rilievo l’importanza dell’innervazione. Nuove caratteristiche come “Kendall classico” e “Note storiche” consentono al lettore di beneficiare dei 70 anni di pratica dell’autore anziano nel campo della fisioterapia. Il Capitolo 1 affronta i concetti fondamentali relativi ai capitoli successivi. Di particolare importanza è il riconoscimento di quattro classificazioni per l’esame della forza muscolare e una chiave rivista per il grading muscolare. Alla fine del capitolo, una sezione sulla poliomielite e sulla sindrome post-poliomielite include tabelle che mostrano i risultati di sei test muscolari manuali in un paziente in un periodo di 50 anni. Il Capitolo 2, “Postura”, contiene fotografie e disegni che illustrano sia la postura ideale che quella scorretta degli adulti. La Sezione II è dedicata all’esame posturale. La Sezione III alla postura dei bambini e l’ultima sezione è dedicata alla scoliosi. Il Capitolo 3 verte sulla testa e sulla faccia. Il Capitolo 4 discute delle posture corrette e scorrette del collo. Il Capitolo 5, Tronco e muscoli della respirazione, inizia con una discussione sulla colonna vertebrale e sui muscoli del dorso. Il Capitolo 6 si focalizza sul cingolo scapolare e sull’arto superiore. Il Capitolo 7 tratta l’arto inferiore. Vi sono state aggiunte molte fotografie nuove. Alla fine del capitolo vi sono tabelle con risultati di test muscolari che mostrano la simmetria nella sindrome di Guillain-Barré rispetto alla mancanza di simmetria nei casi di poliomielite. Nuova nell’Appendice è l’ aggiunta dell’articolo Paralisi isolata del muscolo dentato anteriore.

In Microsystems Acupuncture, an internationally renowned team of experts provide the most up-to-date information on the theory and practice of the most innovative developments in the field. In recent decades, somatotopes have become increasingly important in the practice of acupuncture as more and more physicians are incorporating Traditional Chinese Medicine into their practices. These treatment methods, such as auricular acupuncture, have been proven valuable not only as diagnostic tools, but as adjuncts or alternatives to body acupuncture under certain circumstances. With beautiful full-color illustrations and detailed diagrams, the book provides full coverage of - Auricular acupuncture - Acupuncture in the treatment of major diseases - Treatment of drug-related diseases and addiction - Treatment of diseases of the locomotor system - Korean hand acupuncture - Chinese hand acupuncture - Oral acupuncture - Chinese skull acupuncture - Laser therapy - New selective pain and organ therapy (NPSO) - Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture (YSNA) Microsystems Acupuncture successfully combines cutting-edge medical research and technology with the subtlety and wisdom of TCM. And with its stellar list of contributors, broad range, and unified didactic concept, this one-of-a-kind work is ideal for busy students and practitioners looking for an overview of some of the most rapidly growing and innovative advances in acupuncture and complementary medicine. With contributions by: M. Bjiak, J. Blank, T.J. Filler, H. Garten, J. Gleditsch, H.-U. Hecker, K.-H. Junghanns (+), B. Lichtenauer, K.U. Liebchen, D. Muhlhoff, H. Nissel, E.T. Peuker, R. Rauch, K. Spiegel, A. Steveling, D. Stockenhuber, K. Strauss, B. Strittmatter, M. Wiesner-Zechmeister

The critically acclaimed Vascular Diagnosis of Ultrasound returns in a new two-volume edition, offering the most comprehensive information available on the broad spectrum of vascular ultrasound applications. Volume 1:Cerebral and Peripheral Vessels retains the accessible design and structure of the first edition to discuss the available ultrasound technologies, including continuous and pulsed-wave Doppler mode, b-mode, and conventional and color-coded duplex analysis in frequency and amplitude power modes. This text covers anatomy, physiology, normal and abnormal findings, test accuracy and sensitivity, providing the reader with the information essential to managing common clinical situations. Highlights: Provides comprehensive coverage of vascular ultrasonography in the arteries and veins of the cerebral circulation and the peripheral upper and lower limb circulation Compares other diagnostic methods used in each region, such as conventional and noninvasive MR angiography Assesses recent developments in ultrasound technology, including tissue perfusion studies, 3D and 4D imaging, contrast enhancement and microbubble applications, and their diagnostic, technological, and therapeutic implications Features new challenging case studies for both the novice and the expert to review With contributions from experts in the field and more than 500 line drawings and images, this text is an indispensable reference for radiologists, vascular surgeons, and residents and students in these specialties.

The volume provides a unique review of the essential topographical anatomy of the brain from an MRI perspective, correlating high-quality anatomical plates with the corresponding high-resolution MRI images. The book includes a historical review of brain mapping, and an analysis of the essential reference planes used for the study of the human brain. Subsequent chapters provide a detailed review of the sulcal and the gyral anatomy of the human cortex, guiding the reader through an interpretation of the individual brain atlas provided by high-resolution MRI. The relationship between brain structure and function is approached in a topographical fashion, with analysis of the necessary imaging methodology and displayed anatomy. The central, perisylvian, mesial temporal and occipital areas receive special attention. Imaging of the core brain structures is included. An extensive coronal atlas concludes the book.

This breakthrough reference presents up-to-the-minute, practical guidance on the use of lasers for the treatment of pigmented and vascular lesions - edited by one of the top laser surgeons in the world, Dr David Goldberg. Succinctly written and lavishly illustrated, this resource focuses on procedural how-tos and offers step-by-step guidance on proper techniques, pitfalls, and tricks of the trade. An accompanying DVD shows clips of key techniques, so that readers can implement the newest procedures into their practice immediately.

This breakthrough reference presents up-to-the-minute, practical guidance on the use of lasers for skin rejuvenation, resurfacing, and hair removal-edited by one of the top laser surgeons in the world, Dr. David Goldberg. Succinctly written and lavishly illustrated, this resource focuses on procedural how to's and offers step-by-step guidance on proper techniques, pitfalls, and tricks of the trade. An accompanying DVD shows clips of key techniques so readers can implement the newest procedures into their practice immediately.

This work includes the most complete, in-depth coverage of the field available today in one source! It focuses particularly on aetiology and pathogenesis, disease mechanisms and includes all of the appropriate recent genetic, molecular and basic science data. More than 5,400 illustrations include depictions of clinical variants to support clinicopathological correlation and differential diagnoses. The 3rd Edition has been completely reorganised and redesigned to better meet the diagnostic challenges faced in everyday practice. Histologic diagnostic pitfalls are highlighted throughout and include detailed cross references for all relevant conditions.