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This important reference work maps the terrain of disability across the world by providing an overview of issues, concerns and developments in the domains of society, culture, medicine, law, policy, justice, education, economics, and science and technology. It is a truly inclusive volume bringing together perspectives from researchers, activists, professionals, service providers, international development experts and policymakers based in the global North and South, and it particularly focuses on the voices of the principal stakeholders---disabled persons themselves. Working from an interdisciplinary matrix, this book reviews historical developments, contemporary practices and policies. It addresses hitherto unchartered areas in the disability discourse that will be significant in the years to come. In the modern world, the social and medical responses to disability have been separation, segregation and incarceration of disabled people. These responses are reflected in practices of special education, building of asylums, medical classifications and sheltered employment. Current thinking on disability is based on the need to overcome such segregation through the enactment of human rights and socially just programmes, policies and laws such as inclusive education, affirmative action, reasonable accommodation, and supported decision-making. This book explores:· The evolution of the concept of disability over space and time and identifies approaches to disability, debility, equality and equity;· Broad trends in research on disability across the world;· New directions in work on disability;· The emergence of a global disability movement and its etiology;· Intersections of disability with other demographic variables like gender, race, caste, and age; and· Historical and socio-economic interfaces with colonialism, globalization, and social development. Spread over14 sections and spanning more than 80 chapters, this volume is the most comprehensive, up-to-date reference work available on the subject.

Qui n'a jamais entendu parler de Brocéliande, cette forêt de légendes, nichée au cœur de la Bretagne, où gambadent en liberté des myriades de fées, licornes et korrigans, mais aussi et surtout, une foule de preux chevaliers en quête de défis à relever? Sans doute pas grand monde à en juger d'après l'incroyable attractivité de ce haut lieu de la mythologie arthurienne qui, saison après saison, bat des records d'affluence. De début avril à fin octobre, ce sont des milliers de visiteurs qui accourent quotidiennement des six coins de l'hexagone et d'une bonne partie de l'Europe, séduits par la magie de cet endroit hors du temps et du commun où le merveilleux, le bonheur et l'aventure sont à portée de main!Derrière le tableau idyllique de la sylve enchanteresse, brossé par des professionnels du marketing efficaces et conquérants, il est une réalité moins flatteuse, celle d'un territoire attachant, dépossédé de son identité première et quelque peu abîmé par un développement touristique qui semble inarrêtable. Il y a aussi une forêt bien réelle, forcée de s'adapter à une évolution des usages qui prend parfois des tournures inquiétantes...

This textbook provides a current and comprehensive coverage of all major topics of inorganic chemistry in a single source. It includes an analysis of the sources and preparations of the elements, their common compounds, their aqueous speciation, and their applications, while it also discusses reaction pathways and mechanisms. It includes up-to-date material, supported by over 4000 references to the original literature and to recent reviews that provide more detailed information. The material is accompanied by over 250 figures and three-dimensional representations, based on published structural details. Each chapter has worked examples and problems, with multiple inserts describing topical issues related to the material in the text. The textbook provides the instructor with a wide range of areas that can be selected to meet the background and interests of the students, while selected chapters are relevant to courses on more specialized topics, such as inorganic materials, bioinorganic chemistry, and nanomaterials. The intended readers are students, lecturers, and researchers who need a source for the current status of the area.

Seit der Erstauflage dieses Werks wurden in der Anwendung von Botulinumtoxin signifikante Fortschritte erzielt. Bei zahlreichen Indikationen gilt sein Einsatz inzwischen als Therapie erster Wahl, bei vielen weiteren Indikationen in der Neurologie, der Pädiatrie, der Dermatologie, der Urologie und der Schmerztherapie ist diese Therapieform heutzutage fest etabliert. Einen wichtigen positiven Einfluss auf die Behandlungsergebnisse hatten auch die intensive Beschäftigung mit der Anatomie in den letzten Jahren sowie der routinemäßige Einsatz der Sonografie als Untersuchungsinstrument. Beides hat entscheidend zur Standardisierung und Qualitätssicherung in der Behandlung mit Botulinumtoxin beigetragen. Es ist daher nur folgerichtig, dass eine umfangreiche und gründliche Überarbeitung der bisherigen Auflage erforderlich wurde. Der Atlas hat auch in dieser Neuauflage sein bewährtes Gliederungskonzept beibehalten: Es werden die wichtigsten Muskeln dargestellt, die mit Botulinumtoxin behandelt werden können. Einige Muskeln, wie beispielsweise die tiefen Nackenmuskeln, wurden ergänzt. Alle Strukturen sind nach Körperregionen gegliedert und mit aufwendigen anatomischen Zeichnungen abgebildet. Selbstverständlich wurden die neuen Erkenntnisse der letzten Jahre, insbesondere die Etablierung der Sonografie als wichtigstes Werkzeug zur schnellen Orientierung und sicheren Injektion, berücksichtigt und auch alle Angaben und Verfahrenstechniken aus der bisherigen Auflage auf ihre Aktualität hin überprüft bzw. auf den neuesten Stand gebracht. Das Werk richtet sich vornehmlich an Neurologen, Dermatologen, Ophthalmologen und Pädiater und stellt eine verlässliche und aktuelle Arbeitshilfe für all jene bereit, die schnell und sicher mit Botulinumtoxin therapieren möchten.

There have been significant advances in the use of botulinum toxin (botox) since the first edition of this book. Today, it has become the treatment of first choice in a variety of indications, including in neurology, pediatric medicine, dermatology, urology, and the treatment of pain. In this new edition, the key muscles that can be treated with botox are presented individually. A few muscles, such as the deep muscles of the neck, have been added. All these structures are grouped according to body region and illustrated with the aid of elaborate anatomical drawings. This edition takes into account new findings of recent years, especially the establishment of sonography as the most important tool for rapid orientation and safe injection; moreover, all the information and techniques from the previous edition have been reviewed and brought right up to date where necessary. The book is aimed principally at neurologists, dermatologists, ophthalmologists, and pediatricians, and represents a reliable and cutting-edge guide for all those who want to provide botox treatments speedily and safely.

Uma patologia que se tornou muito comum e que faz parte do dia a dia das pessoas, a lombalgia traz uma incapacidade funcional que limita o paciente de fazer suas atividades diárias e impacta no âmbito social e emocional. Nesta obra, o autor realiza uma análise mais abrangente da literatura científica e aprofundada dos quadros de lombalgia, explorando a Medicina Tradicional Chinesa, apresentando a técnica de canal tendino muscular, bem como o conceito da medicina ocidental e a técnica de Williams como opções tratamento. Dessa forma, busca empoderar aqueles que padecem dessa dor a procurar o tratamento adequado e encontrar alívio, bem como os profissionais de saúde, para que possam compreender melhor os mecanismos subjacentes e outras abordagens de tratamento. Portanto, ao ler este livro, você, leitor, poderá se aprofundar na patogênese da lombalgia, explorando fatores físicos, biomecânicos e neurofisiológicos que desempenham um papel crucial na compreensão dessa condição. Conhecerá, também, os fatores psicossociais que podem influenciar a experiência da dor lombar e sua resposta ao tratamento.

This book provides an easy-going, high-quality and updated work focused on the most common diagnoses of Traumatology and Orthopaedics. It's structured with several sub-headings, including bullet-point tips for basic concepts.Each chapter is focused on a specific pathology and includes the following sub-headings: short introduction, applied anatomy and physiology, prevalence, classification, diagnosis (including anamnesis, physical examination and complementary imaging, from plain x-ray to cross-sectional imaging), treatment (conservative-surgical options), controversies, complications, future directions and author's preference for treatment apart from references. Orthopaedics and Trauma - Current Concepts will be an inspiration to the young orthopaedic resident, fellow or even general orthopaedic surgeon and senior medical student. It will definitely help with their careers and also be a useful tool to prepare for the board certified orthopaedic examination.

This atlas is the first reference covering exclusively all aspects of sciatic pain. It is designed to serve as a brief and easy-to-comprehend review of the knowledge of spinal sciatica, with emphasis on classification, epidemiology, clinical presentations, neuroimaging, and treatment options. Sections on extraspinal sciatica and differential diagnosis of this multifaceted topic are also included. This atlas delivers more information in less space than traditional texts, allowing for a quick review of the essential facts of this clinical entity through plentiful images and tables. Pertinent imaging is combined with intraoperative photographs and hand-drawn illustrations to help readers visualize variable presentations and enhance their management. The comprehensive content of this richly-illustrated book covers different etiologies of sciatic pain seen in spinal, neurosurgical, neurologic, rheumatologic and emergency practices, divided into five thematic sections. After general considerations about sciatica and their differential diagnosis, the second section focuses on lumbosacral discogenic sciatica. The third section includes spinal non-discogenic sciatica. The fourth section focuses on extraspinal intrapelvic sciatica, and the fifth provides a description of the most important etiologies of extraspinal extrapelvic sciatica. Comprehensive and unique, Atlas of Sciatica is an excellent pictorial resource for neurosurgeons, spinal surgeons, neurologists, rheumatologists, and many other clinicians worldwide. It is a “one of a kind” book that stands head and shoulders above any other book on this subject (from the foreword of Professor Edward C. Benzel, MD, Founder of the World Spinal Column Society).

L'inversion du pronom clitique sujet a la réputation d'être une «　«　relique de l'état ancien　» du français　», un «　fossile […] qui n'est plus pratiqué dans la langue courante　». Ce livre montre qu'elle est au contraire un procédé syntaxique bien vivant en français contemporain, et que ses fonctions ne se laissent pas réduire à un marquage de la «　non-assertion　». On propose ici une étude descriptive de ces diverses fonctions (emphatisation, modalisations, subordination, méta-énonciation...), fondée sur des données attestées, et dont les résultats sont formulés dans une ébauche de grammaire catégorielle.

Das Praxisbuch der Neurorehabilitation…… komplett aktualisiert und überarbeitet: Das große Praxisbuch bietet Grundlagen- und Praxiswissen, detailliert, kritisch, verständlich und an den Bedürfnissen der Patienten orientiert – ein rundum alltagstaugliches Arbeitsbuch für Teams, ein Lehrbuch für die Aus- und Weiterbildung. Mit neuen Kapiteln u.a. zu Telerehabilitation und der Umsetzung spezieller Therapieformen wie Virtual Reality, musikgestützte Therapie, Natur und Tiere.Umfassend: Mit ausführlicher Darstellung der Grundlagen und der Tätigkeitsfelder, beginnend von der Behandlung auf der Stroke Unit bis hin zur Rückkehr in Familie und Beruf.Interdisziplinär: Die gemeinsame Ausbildungs ​​– und Arbeitsgrundlage für alle Berufsgruppen, die in interdisziplinären Teams zusammenarbeiten: Ärzte, Pflegekräfte, Physiotherapeuten, Ergotherapeuten, Logopäden, Neuropsychologen, Sozialpädagogen, Musiktherapeuten u.a.Aktuell: Wissenschaftlich, evidenzbasiert, durchgängig mit bio-psycho-sozialer Orientierung und von den Prinzipien der ICF (Internationale Klassifikation der Funktionsfähigkeit, Behinderung und Gesundheit) geleitet.Kompetent: Fundiertes Fachwissen aus langjähriger Erfahrung, vermittelt von über 50 renommierten internationalen Autoren (aus Deutschland, Schweiz, Großbritannien, Finnland, USA).Informativ: Auch mit Reflexionen über Themen wie „Kontextsensitive Neurorehabilitation“ „Teamarbeit und Zielsetzung“, „Sexualität“, „ Identität und Biografie“, „Holistische neuropsychologische Rehabilitation“.Leserfreundlich: Leicht zugänglich mitEinheitlicher Aufbau der Kapiteloptischer Textstrukturierung: mit Trailers, Praxistipps, Übersichtsboxen, Exkursen („Näher betrachtet“) und mehr…

This book synthesizes knowledge about the myriad ways music can support the physical and psychosocial needs of people living with neurological diagnoses. It may be a useful tool for those working or training as music therapists, as well as clinicians and patients interested in the use of music and rhythm to address individualized healthcare goals. The editors of this book advocate for a collaborative, holistic approach to the implementation of music-based interventions, acknowledging that different (and at times, conflicting) approaches do exist – and that different patients may require exploration of different approaches to have their needs and desires met in ways most meaningful to them. The book's many contributors embody this desire to hold space for wide-ranging views on clinical practice through the ways they share their own perspectives as music therapists, neurologists, nurses, speech and language pathologists, and neuroscience researchers from across the globe.Each chapter is centered around clinical work in context with a specific patient community – be that a diagnosis (e.g., movement disorders), shared culture (e.g., autistic culture), disease stage (e.g., end of life), or targeted clinical need (e.g., psychosocial support and/or functional performance) – and features a summary of available research with case examples and clinical descriptions to highlight different conceptualizations of the role of music in the care of patients with neurologic diagnoses.

Plants offer some of the most elegant applications of soft matter principles in Nature. Understanding the interplay between chemistry, physics, biology, and fluid mechanics is critical to forecast plant behaviour, which is necessary for agriculture and disease management. It also provides inspiration for novel engineering applications.Starting with fundamental concepts around plant biology, physics of soft matter and viscous fluids, readers of this book will be given a cross-disciplinary and expert grounding to the field. The book covers local scale aspects, such as cell and tissue mechanics, to regional scale matters covering movement, tropism, roots, through to global scale topics around fluid transport. Focussed chapters on water stress, networks, and biomimetics provide the user with a concise and complete introduction. Edited by internationally recognised leading experts in this field with contributions from key investigators worldwide, this book is the first introduction to the subject matter and will be suitable for both physical and life science readers.

La référence en neuropsychologie présente l'ensemble des cadres théoriques, méthodes et techniques d'évaluation des troubles cognitifs, socio-émotionnels et comportementaux de l'adulte. Écrite par plus de soixante-dix spécialistes, cette nouvelle édition du livre de référence en neuropsychologie présente l'ensemble des cadres théoriques, méthodes et techniques d'évaluation des troubles cognitifs, socio-émotionnels et comportementaux survenant à la suite d'une lésion cérébrale. L'expertise de ses auteurs, la richesse de sa documentation, la qualité de son iconographie et le souci de relier les cadres théoriques aux pratiques de l'évaluation font de ce livre une référence inégalée. Depuis les données de base de la neurologie jusqu'aux pratiques d'évaluation des troubles neuropsychologiques, il offre un panorama complet de la discipline. Sommaire Partie 1 : Concepts et méthodesPartie 2 : Évaluation neuropsychologique : attention et fonctions exécutivesPartie 3 : Évaluation neuropsychologique : la mémoirePartie 4 : Évaluation neuropsychologique : le langagePartie 5 : Évaluation neuropsychologique : la visionPartie 6 : Évaluation neuropsychologique : les autres fonctionsPartie 7 : Évaluation neuropsychologique : les états de conscience modifiésPartie 8 : Approches syndromiques

​This book, structured as a collection of questions and answers commonly encountered in the care of individuals with spinal cord injuries, aims to facilitate easy access to clinical and practical information for those involved in their treatment. The author, known for their expertise in spinal cord injuries, has developed this book to offer concise knowledge specifically tailored for clinicians and related healthcare professionals engaged in the care of spinal cord injuries. Unlike his previous works, this book goes beyond the traditional format and incorporates more concise and clinically-oriented questions and answers. Drawing from the author's practical experience and his role in training resident physicians in spinal cord medicine at the University Hospital, the content of this book addresses practical and clinical considerations. To enhance clinical understanding, the book extensively employs figures and tables throughout its comprehensive coverage of various aspects of spinal cord medicine. The author aspires for this book to serve as a valuable clinical companion, providing supplemental practical guidance for daily practice in the field of spinal cord injuries.

Concise and accessible, Handbook of Spasticity is the essential reference for residents and practicing physicians in the fields of PM&R and neurology. It allows readers to learn the fundamentals of spasticity management while also adding important spasticity concepts to their day-to-day practice. This high-yield resource provides current evidence-based treatment paradigms and discusses advances in the field to address assessment, treatment options, and disease management in adult and pediatric patients. Written by experts from institutions around the world, this valuable handbook fuses the fundamentals of spasticity with a case-based approach to enhance learning for those early into their career as well as practicing physiatrists, neurologists, nurses, physician assistants, and therapists who care for patients with spasticity. Assessment and evaluation measures are detailed, focusing on measurements and scales, gait assessment, and techniques for setting appropriate goals. A wide variety of treatment options available for spasticity patients are explored, including physical therapy, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments, emerging technologies, toxins, surgical options, and more. Complete with accompanying online videos, ultrasound and anatomical figures, and toxin dosing tables, Handbook of Spasticity is the premier one-stop-shop resource on how to improve spasticity management. Key Features: Succinctly covers key spasticity definitions, assessment scales, treatment options, and disease management for a wide range of conditions Provides the latest guidelines and evidence-based practices in the field Features contributions from leading clinicians and educators in physiatry and neurology Case-based chapters and accompanying online video content showcase patient assessment in real-world settings Includes images for ultrasound guidance and anatomical correlates and tables with dosing guidance for toxins

This review volume is intended to survey the field of quantum fluctuational phenomena induced by material bodies, which is commonly encompassed under the name of Casimir physics. H B G Casimir first discovered that zero-point fluctuations in the electromagnetic field caused an attractive force between closely separated metallic plates. Now — 75 years later — the field is burgeoning, with numerous experimental verifications and applications to practical devices starting to emerge.In this book, new ideas about Casimir physics are brought to bear on such diverse subjects as cosmology, where the Casimir energy may explain the dark energy that causes the cosmic repulsion, and nonstatic regimes, such as Casimir or quantum friction. Unsolved problems, including divergences in Casimir self-energies, the meaning of local energy densities in inhomogeneous backgrounds, and discrepancies between theory and experiment, are treated in some detail. It is hoped that this collection of papers will serve as an introduction to the field for newcomers to the subject, and that it will inspire a new burst of research into the nature of the quantum vacuum.

This heavily revised second edition provides a comprehensive multi-disciplinary resource on blast injuries. It features detailed information on the basic science, engineering, and medicine associated with blast injuries. Clear, easy to understand descriptions of the basic science are accompanied by case studies of a variety of clinical problems including heterotopic ossification, hearing damage, and traumatic brain injury, enabling the reader to develop a deep understanding of how to appropriately apply the relevant science into their clinical practice. The use of prosthetics, orthotics and osseointegration in rehabilitation is also covered. Blast Injury Science and Engineering: A Guide for Clinicians and Researchers is a valuable interdisciplinary text primarily focused towards clinical medical professionals and trainees seeking to develop a thorough understanding of injury mechanisms, and the latest treatment techniques. In addition, this resource is of use to individuals in other fields whose work centres around blast injury science such as injury mitigation researchers, military scientists and engineers.

Ce livre donne toutes les informations essentielles à la prise en soins des troubles neurocognitifs. Tout pour la pratique orthophonique! La référence indispensable en orthophonie de l'adulte. Les deux tomes de ce livre regroupent une équipe internationale de 60 cliniciens et chercheurs pour vous livrer l'état de l'art de la neurologie adulte en orthophonie. Vous y trouverez : l'examen exhaustif, sur les plans théorique et clinique, de nombreux domaines cognitifs (lexique, syntaxe, pragmatique, déglutition, fonctions exécutives) ; l'analyse des pathologies les plus courantes rencontrées en orthophonie ; toutes les recommandations de prise en soins, actualisées et rédigées par des experts reconnus dans leur domaine. D'une richesse incomparable et entièrement tourné vers la pratique orthophonique, ce livre intéressera : les étudiants, qui auront accès aux données les plus fiables en neurologie ; les orthophonistes, pour les guider dans l'évaluation des patients et leur prise en soins ; tous les spécialistes de l'évaluation cognitive – et en particulier du langage et de la communication. Ce second tome contient : 1. Généralités sur la prise en soins 2. Aspect neuro-auditif : du décodage auditif vers le lexique 3. Du lexique à l'exécution motrice de la parole 4. Syntaxe 5. Communication et pragmatique 6. Langage écrit 7. Fonctions exécutives et mnésiques 8. Calcul 9. Aspects neurovisuels 10. Place des proches aidants dans la prise en soins 11. Parole 12. Déglutition 13. Motricité et sensibilité de la face 14. Regards sur les pathologies évolutives 15. Regards sur les AVC, TC et processus tumoraux 16. Un pas de côté…

Ce livre donne toutes les informations sur les troubles neurocognitifs et leur prise en charge orthophonique. Il détaille les dernières pratiques depuis leur évaluation jusqu'aux stratégies de rééducation. Tout pour la pratique orthophonique! La référence indispensable en orthophonie de l'adulte. Les deux tomes de ce livre regroupent une équipe internationale de 60 cliniciens et chercheurs pour vous livrer l'état de l'art de la neurologie adulte en orthophonie. Vous y trouverez : l'examen exhaustif, sur les plans théorique et clinique, de nombreux domaines cognitifs (lexique, syntaxe, pragmatique, déglutition, fonctions exécutives) ; l'analyse des pathologies les plus courantes rencontrées en orthophonie ; toutes les recommandations de prise en soins, actualisées et rédigées par des experts reconnus dans leur domaine. D'une richesse incomparable et entièrement tourné vers la pratique orthophonique, ce livre intéressera : les étudiants, qui auront accès aux données les plus fiables en neurologie ; les orthophonistes, pour les guider dans l'évaluation des patients et leur prise en soins ; tous les spécialistes de l'évaluation cognitive – et en particulier du langage et de la communication. Ce premier tome contient : 1. Données anatomocliniques 2. Aspect neuro-auditif : du décodage auditif vers le lexique 3. Du lexique à l'exécution motrice de la parole 4. Syntaxe 5. Communication et pragmatique 6. Langage écrit 7. Fonctions exécutives et mnésiques 8. Calcul 9. Aspects neurovisuels 10. Place des proches aidants dans l'évaluation orthophonique 11. Parole 12. Déglutition 13. Motricité de la face 14. Regards sur quelques pathologies évolutives 15. Regards sur les AVC, TC et processus tumoraux 16. Psychométrie clinique et outils 17. Bilan

Encyclopedia of Condensed Matter Physics, Second Edition, Five Volume Set is an authoritative and comprehensive expansion of the classic 2005 work, delivering over 300 brand new or fully updated articles focused on core theoretical discoveries and modern applications. Meticulously planned and structured into approximately 60 sections, the book allows the user to quickly gain a solid footing in the key theoretical aspects of quantum mechanics, mechanics, electrodynamics, relativity, statistical mechanics and the elementary particles that form the core physics background for the field. The work also presents useful coverage of experimental techniques, materials processing, and materials systems, as well as applied topics. Novel topics, including topology in condensed matter, graphene, integer and fractional quantum Hall effect, and other nanoscale phenomena in optics, in semiconductors, and in superconductors are presented in unusual depth. The encyclopedia solves the problem that students and interdisciplinary researchers often have of finding clear, accessible foundational information to answer their initial questions on a topic. - Presents an authoritative, modern presentation of advances in graphene, topology, quantum effects, optics, semiconductors and superconductors, and many more areas - Meticulously organized into approximately 300 articles and 60 sub-sections, offering a thematically balanced and navigable portrait of an unusually diverse interdisciplinary field - Contains logical and consistent chapter templating and writing styles adopted throughout, including use of next generation pedagogic features

Today's society recognizes that the last decades of an individual's life are usually those in which health tends to deteriorate and chronic pathologies increase. Action at this level is verified through the increased concern of government officials with the elderly population motivated by the socio-economic impact of costs associated with the provision of healthcare in this group. Global Perspectives on Health Assessments for an Aging Population provides relevant theoretical frameworks and the latest empirical research findings in the area of health assessments for an aging population. Covering topics such as ambulatory wellbeing, gerontology, and neuropsychological assessment, this premier reference source is a valuable resource for gerontological healthcare professionals, gerontological social workers, psychologists, students and educators of higher education, researchers, and academicians.

This handbook summarizes the current advancements and growth in sustainable carbonaceous porous materials for fabrication and revival of energy devices, fuel cells, sensors technology, solar cell technology, stealth technology in addition to biomedical applications. It also covers the potential applications of carbon materials in various fields such as chemical, engineering, biomedical and environmental sciences. It also confers the prospective utilization of 2D and 3D hierarchical porous carbon in different interdisciplinary engineering applications. The book discusses major challenges faced in the development of cost-effective future energy storage strategies and provides effective solutions for improvement in the performance of carbon-based materials. Given the content, this handbook will be useful for students, researchers and professionals working in the area of material chemistry and allied fields.

This book offers an updated guide to the foot and ankle, and presents them at different ages, which will allow the reader to analyze and understand how the foot develops from the early stages to adulthood. It provides a general overview of the anatomy, biomechanics, diagnosis, surgical approaches, treatment alternatives, and complications in connection with pediatric and adult foot and ankle problems, gathering in-depth information on frequent pathologies in a single source.Written by world-renowned experts, the book offers various points of view on the topics discussed. This comparative approach is generally lacking in foot and ankle literature, an oversight that the book addresses.The content consists of 59 chapters, divided into the following major sections: Basic sciences and general considerations, Pediatric orthopedics and traumatology, Adult orthopedics and Adult sports lesions and traumatology.Foot and Ankle Disorders: A Comprehensive Approach in Pediatric and Adult Populations will be of major interest for orthopedic surgery residents, for orthopedic surgeons who are starting their careers, and for experienced ones seeking updated information on the foot and ankle.

Thoroughly updated to reflect today's recent advances in adult and pediatric endocrinology, DeGroot's Endocrinology, 8th Edition, remains the comprehensive, international reference of choice for today's endocrinologists and fellows. A full peer review of the previous edition, conducted by a largely new group of renowned editors, was used to update this trusted, two-volume resource. In-depth coverage of both basic and clinical aspects of endocrinology and up-to-date information on the treatment and management of endocrine disorders are provided by a diverse group of expert contributors from six continents. A full-color format and helpful algorithms summarize clinical decision-making and practical approaches to patient management. - Organizes content by all the glands that regulate the endocrine system while integrating basic science and clinical presentations of disease. - Includes new chapters: Anatomy and Physiology of the Hypothalmus and Pituitary, Differentiated Thyroid Cancer, Medullary Thyroid Cancer, Drugs that Affect Thyroid Function, Genetic Disorders of the Adrenal Cortex, Adrenal Pathology, Primary Aldosteronism, Transgender Healthcare, Erectile Dysfunction, Prevalence and Causes of Male Infertility, Sexual Dysfunction in the Female, Glucose Toxicity and Oxidative Stress. - Emphasizes basic science and evidence-based practice throughout. - Features extensive updates to content on thyroid and adrenal disfunction, endocrine-disrupting chemicals and human disease, clinical management of diabetes, and advances in genetics. - Includes algorithms to outline effective treatment protocols. - Contains new emphasis boxes that highlight key points in each chapter. - Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

“This updated textbook was much needed as there has been increased attention in recent years toward brain injuries. The book provides updated guidelines and clinical practice recommendations that support the intended audience of trainees and current practitioners. This update makes it the current standard text for any brain injury specialist.'---Doody's Review Service, 4 stars This revised and greatly expanded Third Edition of Brain Injury Medicine continues its reputation as the key core textbook in the field, bringing together evidence-based medicine and years of collective author clinical experience in a clear and comprehensive guide for brain injury professionals. Universally praised as the gold standard text and go-to clinical reference, the book covers the entire continuum of care from early diagnosis and assessment through acute management, rehabilitation, associated medical and quality of life issues, and functional outcomes. With 12 new chapters and expanded coverage in key areas of pathobiology and neuro-recovery, special populations, sport concussion, disorders of consciousness, neuropharmacology, and more, this'state of the science'resource promotes a multi-disciplinary approach to a complex condition with consideration of emerging topics and the latest clinical advances. Written by over 200 experts from all involved disciplines, the text runs the full gamut of practice of brain injury medicine including principles of public health and research, biomechanics and neural recovery, neuroimaging and neurodiagnostic testing, sport and military, prognosis and outcome, acute care, treatment of special populations, neurologic and other medical complications post-injury, motor and musculoskeletal problems, post-trauma pain disorders, cognitive and behavioral problems, functional mobility, neuropharmacology and alternative treatments, community reentry, and medicolegal and ethical issues. Unique in its scope of topics relevant to professionals working with patients with brain injury, this third edition offers the most complete and contemporary review of clinical practice standards in the field. Key Features: Thoroughly revised and updated Third Edition of the seminal reference on brain injury medicine Evidence-based consideration of emerging topics with new chapters covering pathobiology, biomarkers, neurorehabilitation nursing, neurodegenerative dementias, anoxic/hypoxic ischemic brain injury, infectious causes of acquired brain injury, neuropsychiatric assessment, PTSD, and capacity assessment Multi-disciplinary authorship with leading experts from a wide range of specialties including but not limited to physiatry, neurology, psychiatry, neurosurgery, neuropsychology, physical therapy, occupational therapy speech language pathology, and nursing New online chapters on survivorship, family perspectives, and resources for persons with brain injury and their caregivers Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers

Gait analysis is the study of the walking or running pattern of an individual. This can include spatial and temporal measurements such as step length, stride length and speed along with angular measurements of various joints and the interplay between various parts like the foot, hip, pelvis or spine when walking. Gait analysis can be used to assess clinical conditions and design effective rehabilitation; for example, following limb injury or amputation, or other disorders such as a stroke or Parkinson's diagnosis. It can be used to influence intervention decisions, such as whether a patient should undergo surgery, further physiotherapy, or begin a particular treatment regime. Gait analysis can also be used in sports science to monitor and review performance and technique.

The proceedings of MG16 give a broad view of all aspects of gravitational physics and astrophysics, from mathematical issues to recent observations and experiments. The scientific program of the meeting included 46 plenary presentations, 3 public lectures, 5 round tables and 81 parallel sessions arranged during the intense six-day online meeting. All talks were recorded and are available on the ICRANet YouTube channel at the following link: www.icranet.org/video_mg16.These proceedings are a representative sample of the very many contributions made at the meeting. They contain 383 papers, among which 14 come from the plenary sessions.The material represented in these proceedings cover the following topics: accretion, active galactic nuclei, alternative theories of gravity, black holes (theory, observations and experiments), binaries, boson stars, cosmic microwave background, cosmic strings, dark energy and large scale structure, dark matter, education, exact solutions, early universe, fundamental interactions and stellar evolution, fast transients, gravitational waves, high energy physics, history of relativity, neutron stars, precision tests, quantum gravity, strong fields, and white dwarf; all of them represented by a large number of contributions.The online e-proceedings are published in an open access format.

The book, in its second edition, is devoted to the neurosurgical management of spasticity and focal dystonia. Starting with a chapter on the anatomical and physiological bases of spasticity and a short history of its neurosurgical treatment, it describes the neurosurgical methods currently available. As management differs between adults and children, the book is also structured accordingly, including evaluation, decision-making, Intrathecal Baclofen therapy (ITB), Botulinum toxin therapy and Surgery. The large spectrum of scales for assessing hypertonia, spasticity, dystonia, contracture and joint/bone deformities, as well as the scoring systems for quantifying functional abilities are critically reviewed. Beyond ITB, the neurosurgical options covered include the microsurgical procedures focusing on the peripheral nerves, dorsal roots, Dorsal Root Entry Zone and spinal cord, and their intra-operative monitoring. In this second edition, the orthopedic surgical interventions available will take a large place, either as alternative solutions, or even better as important complements after spasticity be solved by the neurosurgical treatments. Based on surgical experience collected with more than a thousand and eight-hundred patients, the book gathers the most important aspects of our present understanding, presented using a practical, educational approach. It stresses the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, including neurologists, pediatricians and rehabilitation specialists. Close collaborations with other surgical disciplines like orthopedic surgery and neuro-urology are outlined.

This book aids the practitioner in understanding the difference between spasticity and muscle stiffness, weighing old and new treatment options, and developing an appropriate treatment algorithm for a given patient. Spasticity is a common and disabling condition after neurologic injury such as stroke, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury and cerebral palsy. Current treatments for spasticity may exacerbate other problems. Hence, there is a great need to develop a comprehensive understanding of the pathophysiology of spasticity and muscle stiffness, its assessment, and the various treatment options available to obtain the best results to restore joint alignment, movement, and function. This book is organized into two sections: Part I of the book deals with the pathophysiology and assessment of spasticity and muscle stiffness, and Part II of the book explains the rationale, framework, considerations, and evidence for various treatments for both spasticity and muscle stiffness. This comprehensive approach will enable physiatrists, neurologists, internists, and physical and occupational therapists to achieve the best possible outcomes for their patients.

A fascinating insight into to an Admiral's command during Nelson's time, Papers and Correspondence of Admiral Sir John Duckworth, Volume 1: The French Revolutionary War. 1793-1802 edited by John Grainger, assesses Admiral Duckworth's prolific career. Born in Leatherhead in Surrey in 1747, he joined the Navy at the age of 13 as a Captain's servant during the Seven Years War, then as a midshipman, and a lieutenant. He was promoted to Captain in 1870 during the American War of Independence and in the French Revolutionary War. The significant advance in his service came during his posting to Jamaica in 1796 when as senior captain he was promoted to temporary rank of Commodore and acting Commander-in-Chief. Acquitting himself well he was transferred to the Mediterranean where he commanded the naval conquest of Minorca. He then took over command at Gibraltar and by capturing a Spanish convoy he secured personal prosperity. Appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Leeward Islands he captured the Danish and Swedish Islands and added to his wealth with prizes captured on his watch. Securing the Admiralty's confidence, he was given the Jamaica command. This book concentrates on his service from 1793 until 1802 and is divided into seven parts.

This book highlights some of the latest advances in nanotechnology and nanomaterials from leading researchers in Ukraine, Europe and beyond. It features contributions presented at the 8th International Science and Practice Conference Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials (NANO2020), which was held on August 26–29, 2020 at Lviv Polytechnic National University, and was jointly organized by the Institute of Physics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, University of Tartu (Estonia), University of Turin (Italy), and Pierre and Marie Curie University (France). Internationally recognized experts from a wide range of universities and research institutions share their knowledge and key findings on material properties, behavior, and synthesis. This book's companion volume also addresses topics such as nano-optics, energy storage, and biomedical applications.

The history of the Irish College in Rome between 1771 and 1826 offers an insider's view of more than just the College itself; it sheds important light on the effects of the suppression of the Jesuits in 1773 and the suppression of the Church more generally during the French period (1796-1814). Using the Irish College as a prism, this work reveals how troubling, how long, and how deep-rooted the effects of these fateful events were on the Church. For a half-century, the College felt the theological, financial, and administrative anomalies which followed Dominus ac Redemptor, the papal bull of suppression. The men at the centre of the Jesuit plot were also those who took up roles at institutions like the Irish College, following the order's demise. What is less understood is that the efforts to topple these men and their agendas produced another wave of deleterious effects during the pontificates of Pius VI (r. 1775-1799) and Pius VII (r. 1800-1821). Thus, the lies, or half-truths, which were necessary to effect the Jesuit suppression, were adopted by subsequent administrations, initially to further this agenda under Clement XVI (r. 1769-1774) and later to overturn it, producing a weak Church and ineffective member institutions, such as the Irish College.

The third edition of Manual of Traumatic Brain Injury offers a thorough revision of the popular evidence-based guide to understanding and managing all levels of traumatic brain injury. Comprehensive in scope and concise in format, this reference describes the spectrum of injury from mild to severe and the continuum of care from initial injury to management of chronic sequelae. Chapters are designed with a practical clinical focus for targeted retrieval of content by topic area and for self-review. The text is organized into five sections. Part I addresses fundamental concepts necessary for understanding the underpinning of clinical decision-making. Part II is dedicated to mild TBI, including sport-related concussion, with chapters covering topics from natural history to associated somatic disorders, post-concussion syndrome, and PTSD. Part III covers moderate to severe TBI and details prehospital emergency and ICU care, rehabilitation, treatment of related conditions, and postinjury outcomes. Part IV focuses on TBI-related complications, including posttraumatic seizures, spasticity, behavioral and sleep disturbances, and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Part V reviews special considerations in selected populations such as pediatric TBI and TBI in the military, as well as medicolegal and ethical considerations in TBI, complementary and alternative medicine, and return to work considerations. Each chapter includes boxed Key Points which underscore major clinical takeaways, Study Questions to facilitate self-assessment and further emphasize core chapter content, and an Additional Reading list for a deeper dive into chapter concepts. Significant updates incorporating recent advancements in the field, combined with the clinical acumen of its experienced contributors, make this third edition the essential manual for healthcare professionals caring for individuals with traumatic brain injury. Key Features: Succinct format encourages targeted access to key clinical information Completely revised and updated third edition reflects current state of the art advancements Added content areas such as a new chapter dedicated to substance abuse and TBI expand the scope of material addressed Newly added multiple choice Study Questions in each chapter facilitate self-assessment of mastery of chapter material

In a rapidly progressing field, Botulinum Toxin Therapy provides both clinicians and basic researchers with the latest science on the structure and function of botulinum toxins and the use of these toxins to treat a wide variety of diseases. Part 1 of the book reviews the basic science of botulinum toxins including advances in our understanding of the molecular structure and mechanism of action of botulinum toxins. This section also discusses the manufacturing and formulation of botulinum toxins for clinical use and the development of novel therapeutic toxins for the future. Part 2 reviews the use of botulinum toxins in clinical practice. It discusses the clinical pharmacology of botulinum toxin drugs and their use in a wide variety of clinical conditions including headache, spasticity, pain, disorders of the genitourinary and gastrointestinal tract, strabismus, and medical aesthetics.

This book aims at informing on new trends, challenges and solutions, in the multidisciplinary field of biomedical engineering. It covers traditional biomedical engineering topics, as well as innovative applications such as artificial intelligence in health care, tissue engineering, neurotechnology and wearable devices. Further topics include mobile health and electroporation-based technologies, as well as new treatments in medicine. Gathering the proceedings of the 8th European Medical and Biological Engineering Conference (EMBEC 2020), held on November 29 - December 3, 2020, in Portorož, Slovenia, this book bridges fundamental and clinically-oriented research, emphasizing the role of education, translational research and commercialization of new ideas in biomedical engineering. It aims at inspiring and fostering communication and collaboration between engineers, physicists, biologists, physicians and other professionals dealing with cutting-edge themes in and advanced technologies serving the broad field of biomedical engineering.

This open access book focuses on practical clinical problems that are frequently encountered in stroke rehabilitation. Consequences of diseases, e.g. impairments and activity limitations, are addressed in rehabilitation with the overall goal to reduce disability and promote participation. Based on the available best external evidence, clinical pathways are described for stroke rehabilitation bridging the gap between clinical evidence and clinical decision-making. The clinical pathways answer the questions which rehabilitation treatment options are beneficial to overcome specific impairment constellations and activity limitations and are well acceptable to stroke survivors, as well as when and in which settings to provide rehabilitation over the course of recovery post stroke. Each chapter starts with a description of the clinical problem encountered. This is followed by a systematic, but concise review of the evidence (RCTs, systematic reviews and meta-analyses) that isrelevant for clinical decision-making, and comments on assessment, therapy (training, technology, medication), and the use of technical aids as appropriate. Based on these summaries, clinical algorithms / pathways are provided and the main clinical-decision situations are portrayed. The book is invaluable for all neurorehabilitation team members, clinicians, nurses, and therapists in neurology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and related fields. It is a World Federation for NeuroRehabilitation (WFNR) educational initiative, bridging the gap between the rapidly expanding clinical research in stroke rehabilitation and clinical practice across societies and continents. It can be used for both clinical decision-making for individuals and as well as clinical background knowledge for stroke rehabilitation service development initiatives.

This easy-to-use handbook is designed to assist in the evaluation and management of spinal cord injuries and the diverse related disorders and conditions. Spinal cord injuries can cause abnormalities in all body systems due to dysfunction of the somatic motor and sensory systems and damage to the autonomic nerve system. The latter gives rise to respiratory and cardiac problems, temperature regulation disorders, endocrine system disorders, and many associated metabolic disorders. Other potential consequences of spinal cord injuries include pressure injuries and various disabilities and obstacles, ranging from physical limitations to social embarrassment. This handbook offers extensive guidance on medical management in different scenarios from the acute phase to long-term care, with a particular focus on information of importance for the solution of clinical problems commonly encountered in daily practice. It will be ideal for practitioners in rehabilitation medicine, neurosurgery, orthopedics, neurology, and other relevant specialties that deal with patients with spinal cord injuries.

Discover American history through these exciting short stories of key moments. The celebrated historian, John Clark Ridpath, chronicles everything that happened in the North American continent, from the Native American people, to the voyages of the Norsemen and their account of the strange country, and finally the coincidental, yet grand, landing of Christopher Columbus in America. Ridpath details the periods of colonization, revolution, union, and civil war, then finishes with the 19th century state of affairs in the country, when the book was written. He includes an objective account of some of the most notable presidents, like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Abraham Lincoln. This timeless book displays history through a series of thrilling narratives, so it's entertaining as much as it's informative. Ridpath's style is clear and engaging, and he includes 203 “charts, maps, drawings, and diagrams” to put text into context and bring history to life. “I offer to you a new history of your country...to every American citizen some knowledge of the history of his country is indispensable.” “The book is intended for the average American; for the man of business who has neither time nor disposition to plod through ten or twenty volumes of elaborate historical dissertation.” All Left of Brain books have been proofread and typeset by real humans. This book does NOT contain scanned or computer generated OCR text.

The increasing demand for environmentally friendly materials and the need for cheaper fibres points the search in the direction of natural products such as bark, leaves, scales or shells. The aim of this book is to provide a forum to review the recent advances in the area of plant and animal-based composites and identify possible trends for further developments.

Biologi for lærere er skrevet for biologiundervisning i grunnskolelærerutdanninga. Bokas innhold dekker biologitema i Nasjonale retningslinjer for naturfag for grunnskolelærerutdanninga (2010) og gir faglig bakgrunn for biologiske emner i læreplanen for grunnskolen. Noen temaer, som bioteknologi og plantefysiologi, er gitt større vekt enn retningslinjene synes å gjøre, fordi vi mener dette er viktig basiskunnskap for lærere. Biologi for lærere er en biologifaglig bok. Sentrale emner som biologisk mangfold, genetikk og menneskekroppen er grundig behandlet. Boka gir et solid faglig grunnlag for undervisning i grunnskolen og for diskusjon av biologiske emner blant studenter, lærere og elever. Biologi er praktisk og aktivitetsbasert, og viktige sider ved det å være lærer i naturfag eller biologi må derfor læres i interaksjon med andre i praktiske øvelser, på ekskursjoner og i diskusjoner. Nytt i 2. utgaven er at sentrale biologididaktiske temaer behandles i den tilhørende boka Biologididaktikk for lærere og er henvist til med piler i teksten. Nytt er også en fyldigere beskrivelse av humanfysiologi, med alle organsystemene inkludert.Tekst og figurer er gjennomarbeidet etter innspill fra studenter og kollegaer. Boka henvender seg også til naturfaglærere som ønsker økt faglig innsikt i biologi.

This new edition will grow to three volumes and significantly expand existing sections on medical management of children with cerebral palsy, research, education and therapies. The first volume will cover the cause of CP, the underlying pathology in the brain and the secondary pathologies in different tissues, such as muscle and bone. There are a fair number of controversies and new techniques, such as PET scans, that are getter attention to make earlier diagnosis. It is still not clear whether early diagnosis makes a long term difference. Epidemiology will also be discussed. The second volume will focus on general medical concerns related to CP on each of the medical specialties and the musculoskeletal section - which served as the main focus of the previous edition. This volume will be updated with an emphasis on gait disorders, spasticity, seizures and movement disorders. New research and techniques on the hip and spine areas will be added as well. The third and final volume will be an expanded and comprehensive resource on therapies. More detail on the latest outcome research and techniques will be provided along with sections on orthotics and novel treatments and techniques. This reference work will build on gaps within the first edition and continue to be the definitive guide for rehabilitation physicians, orthopedics, neurologists and therapists who treat children with CP

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The book presents new data on the IR spectra of minerals and on the Raman spectra of more than 2000 mineral species. It also includes examples of IR spectroscopy applications to investigate minerals, and discusses the most important potential applications of Raman spectroscopy in mineralogical research. The book serves as a reference resource and a methodological guide for mineralogists, petrologists and technologists working in the field of inorganic materials.

This thoroughly revised and updated work covers numerous advances in traumatic brain injury diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, and pathophysiology. Since publication of the first edition in 2012, there has been greatly increased public awareness of the clinical consequences of even the mildest of head injuries, and the result has been a concerted effort of countries around the world to increase research funding. This second edition continues to focus on mild traumatic brain injury--or concussion--and contains updates to all the original chapters as well as adding new chapters addressing clinical sequelae, including pediatric concussion, visual changes, chronic traumatic encephalopathy, and blast-associated TBI. Traumatic Brain Injury: A Clinician's Guide to Diagnosis, Management, and Rehabilitation, Second Edition, is a comprehensive resource designed for neurologists, primary care clinicians, sports physicians, and other medical providers, including psychologists and neuropsychologists, as well as athletic trainers who may evaluate and care for individuals who have sustained a TBI. The book features summaries of the most pertinent areas of diagnosis and therapy, which can be readily accessed by the busy clinician/professional. In addition, the book's treatment algorithms provide a highly practical reference to cutting edge therapies, and an updated appendix of ICD codes is included. An outstanding contribution to the literature, Traumatic Brain Injury: A Clinician's Guide to Diagnosis, Management, and Rehabilitation, Second Edition, again offers an invaluable resource for all providers who treat patients with TBI.

The evolution of segmentation is one of the central questions in evolutionary developmental biology. Indeed, it is one of the best case studies for the role of changes in development in the evolution of body plans. Segmented body plans are believed to have appeared several times in animal evolution, and to have contributed significantly to the evolutionary success of the taxa in which they are present. Because of the centrality of the subject, and the continuing interest in understanding segmentation, this book offers an often overlooked focus on the cellular aspects of the process of segmentation, providing an invaluable reference for students of evolutionary developmental biology at all levels.Key Features Explores the role that segmentation has played in the diversity of animals Documents the diverse cellular mechanisms by which segmentation develops Reviews the independent evolutionary origins of segmentation Provides insight into the general patterns of serial homology at the cellular level Related TitlesLynne Bianchi. Developmental Neurobiology (ISBN 978-0-8153-4482-7).Jonathan Bard. Principles of Evolution: Systems, Species, and the History of Life (ISBN 978-0-8153-4539-8).Gerhard Scholtz. Evolutionary Developmental Biology of Crustacea (ISBN 978-9-0580-9637-1).Dr. Ariel D. Chipman is Associate Professor in the Department of Ecology, Evolution & Behavior of the Silberman Institute of Life Sciences at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He is the author or co-author of dozens of peer reviewed scientific journal articles. His research focuses upon the evolution of animal body plans with a focus on arthropod segmentation, integrating comparative embryology, the fossil record and genome evolution.

Completely revised and updated, and utilizing the most current evidence and practice guidelines for the treatment of osteoporosis, this comprehensive third edition discusses the basic aspects of bone metabolism, the pathophysiology of osteoporosis, current diagnostic techniques and medical treatment strategies. Osteoporosis is a common disorder that is prevalent in over 20 million Americans over the age of 60. One and a half million osteoporotic fractures occur in the United States every year, including 300,000 hip fractures. Mortality rates after hip fracture approach 25%, with another 50% of patients experiencing a major decrease in their prior level of independence and quality of life. Despite the wide prevalence and severe consequences of osteoporosis, it remains a disorder that is severely under-diagnosed and treated. In this context, specialists and primary care physicians alike are having increasing difficulty keeping up with the rapid changes to the field and incorporating these advances to clinical care.In the years since the last edition of this book was published, the osteoporosis field has changed drastically. In addition to revising and updating existing chapters and removing a few that are no longer as relevant, new chapters discuss an advanced understanding of the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the disorder, the introduction of new diagnostic imaging techniques, a more nuanced appreciation of the risks and benefits of osteoporosis therapies, and the introduction of two new classes of osteoporosis medications. Following the format of the second edition, and including helpful key points at the opening of each chapter, this text will present a comprehensive overview of both the basic and clinical concepts relating to each topic, when appropriate. Chapter authors were chosen based on their high level of expertise and leadership in the field. Taken together, this text should thus be of great interest to physicians of multiple specialties, allied health professionals, as well as basic and clinical researchers.

Nanocomposites for Photonic and Electronic Applications addresses a range of aspects of different nanocomposites and their possible applications to illustrate the techniques used to prepare and characterize them. In addition, the book discusses possible optical, electronic, biophotonic, photonic and renewable energy applications, presenting a panorama of current research in the field of nanostructures for photonic applications. This is an important reference source for academics and industry engineers who are looking to learn more about how nanocomposites can be used to make cheaper, more efficient products in the electronic and photonic fields. - Explores the use of different types of amorphous and crystalline nanocomposites based on fluorides, tellurite, borates and lasers - Discusses the applications of nanocomposites for photonics, biophotonics and renewable energy applications - Assesses the advantages and disadvantages of using different types of nanocomposite in the design of different electronic and photonic products

The book covers the basic science and clinical aspects of cardiovascular calcification and bone mineralization. Cardiovascular calcification is the leading predictor of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, with a predictive value more significant than blood lipid levels. The presence of calcific mineral in cardiovascular tissues alters biomechanical performance, increasing workload on the heart and potentiating atherosclerotic plaque rupture and subsequent heart attack and stroke. This book examines the role of calcification in cardiovascular disease covering topics such as calcification in the atherosclerotic plaques and aortic valves arteries and valves, aortic valve replacement, peripheral artery disease, imaging of early calcification and target discovery. In addition, various forms of ectopic calcification as well as mechanisms of bone mineralization are discussed.Cardiovascular Calcification and Bone Mineralization is an essential resource for clinicians, researchers, and other medical professionals in cardiology, pathology, and biomedical engineering.

Homéopathie, hypnose, sophrologie, ostéopathie, méditation, chiropraxie, cannabis thérapeutique, soins énergétiques… Avec plus de 400 pratiques actuellement répertoriées, les médecines complémentaires et alternatives (MCA) alimentent le débat public en France, où de plus en plus de personnes se tournent vers des méthodes de soins alternatives. Que sont exactement ces médecines complémentaires, objets de tant de controverses? Sont-elles bénéfiques pour notre santé? De quelles façons distinguer les approches de soins sécuritaires des méthodes douteuses, voire sectaires? Comment identifier les pratiques adaptées à nos besoins? Doit-on favoriser leur intégration ou au contraire les exclure de notre système de soins? Coordonné par une psychologue, un sociologue et un médecin, ce livre est le fruit d'une collaboration inédite entre professionnels de santé, experts, élus politiques et représentants institutionnels. Document essentiel à l'adresse des patients, des soignants et des décideurs de santé publique, il met en lumière les caractéristiques plurielles des MCA et leur impact : bénéfices, risques, dérives. Établi à partir des contributions de plus d'une cinquantaine d'auteurs, articulées autour de trois axes – politique, scientifique et pratique –, il rassemble les « pour » et les « contre » dans la volonté commune de proposer une analyse transversale et accessible.

In this comprehensive, clinically directed, reference for the diagnosis and treatment of persons with spinal cord injury and related disorders, editors of the two leading texts on spinal cord injury (SCI) medicine have joined together to develop a singular premier resource for professionals in the field. Spinal Cord Medicine, Third Edition draws on the expertise of seasoned editors and experienced chapter authors to produce one collaborative volume with the most up-to-date medical, clinical, and rehabilitative knowledge in spinal cord injury management across the spectrum of care.This jointly configured third edition builds on the foundation of both prior texts to reflect the breadth and depth of the specialty. Containing 60 state-of-the-art chapters, the book is divided into sections covering introduction and assessment, acute injury management and surgical considerations, medical management, neurological and musculoskeletal care, rehabilitation, recent research advances, system-based practice, and special topics. New and expanded content focuses on the significant changes in the epidemiology of traumatic injury, the classification of SCI, and the latest medical treatments of multiple medical complications. In addition, chapters discuss new surgical considerations in acute and chronic SCI and the many advances in technology that impact rehabilitation and patients'overall quality of life.With chapters authored by respected leaders in spinal cord medicine, including those experienced in spinal cord injury medicine, physical medicine and rehabilitation, neurology, neurosurgery, therapists, and researchers, this third edition goes beyond either of the prior volumes to combine the best of both and create a new unified reference that defines the current standard of care for the field.Key Features:Covers all aspects of spinal cord injury and disease with updates on epidemiology of spinal cord injury, the classification of spinal cord injury, newer methods of surgical intervention post-injury, updates to medications, advances in rehabilitation, and changes in technologyBrings together two leading references to create a singular evidence-based resource that defines the current standard of care for spinal cord medicinePresents the most current medical, clinical, and rehabilitation intelligenceChapters written by experts across the spectrum of specialists involved in the care of persons with spinal cord injuryIncludes access to the downloadable ebook