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Fast Facts
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Author : ProQuest
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
Fast Facts written by ProQuest and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Electronic books categories.
Fast Facts Low Back Pain
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Author : David Borenstein
language : en
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Release Date : 2012-03-01
Fast Facts Low Back Pain written by David Borenstein and has been published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-03-01 with Medical categories.
Low back pain is one of the most common presenting complaints, can be extremely debilitating and carries enormous economic costs. In 70% of cases, however, no obvious cause is apparent. This makes a thorough history and skilled physical examination essential toidentifying the cause of symptoms and developing an effective therapeutic plan. This fully revised second edition of 'Fast Facts: Low Back Pain' is the work of two leading experts. It equips the general healthcare professional with the knowledge and skill required to accurately assess each individual patient and offer the appropriate therapeutic choices for maximum pain relief. • Detailed exploration of the clinical assessment, including history taking, the ‘red flags’ to watch out for, physical observations and gait assessment, psychological considerations, palpation, and neurological and muscle testing. • Expert guidance on the appropriate therapeutic approach for optimal pain relief, covering conservative management, injections and surgical options. • Therapeutic exercises for pain relief and progressive restoration of function. • Maintenance exercises for posture correction, overall stretching and conditioning, andthe avoidance of back strain. All healthcare professionals who evaluate patients with back pain, or who have back pain themselves, will benefit from the thoughtful information and excellent illustrations presented in this comprehensive handbook. Contents: • Clinical assessment • Investigations • Causes of low back pain • Conservative management • Injections and surgery • Future prospects • Back maintenance exercises
Low Back Pain
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Author : David G. Borenstein
language : en
Publisher: Health
Release Date : 2012
Low Back Pain written by David G. Borenstein and has been published by Health this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with Medical categories.
Low back pain is one of the most common presenting complaints, can be extremely debilitating and carries enormous economic costs. In 70% of cases, however, no obvious cause is apparent. This makes a thorough history and skilled physical examination essential toidentifying the cause of symptoms and developing an effective therapeutic plan. This fully revised second edition of 'Fast Facts: Low Back Pain' is the work of two leading experts. It equips the general healthcare professional with the knowledge and skill required to accurately assess each individual patient and offer the appropriate therapeutic choices for maximum pain relief. * Detailed exploration of the clinical assessment, including history taking, the 'red flags' to watch out for, physical observations and gait assessment, psychological considerations, palpation, and neurological and muscle testing. * Expert guidance on the appropriate therapeutic approach for optimal pain relief, covering conservative management, injections and surgical options. * Therapeutic exercises for pain relief and progressive restoration of function. * Maintenance exercises for posture correction, overall stretching and conditioning, andthe avoidance of back strain. All healthcare professionals who evaluate patients with back pain, or who have back pain themselves, will benefit from the thoughtful information and excellent illustrations presented in this comprehensive handbook. Contents: * Clinical assessment * Investigations * Causes of low back pain * Conservative management * Injections and surgery * Future prospects * Back maintenance exercises
Low Back Pain
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Author : Robert L. Swezey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
Low Back Pain written by Robert L. Swezey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Backache categories.
Fast Facts
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Author : Maria Soledad Cepeda
language : en
Publisher: Health Press (NM)
Release Date : 2007
Fast Facts written by Maria Soledad Cepeda and has been published by Health Press (NM) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Chronic diseases categories.
Chronic (persistent) pain exacts an enormous toll in terms of social and economic costs and long-term suffering. Accurate diagnosis and successful management require a multidisciplinary approach often led by the frontline practitioner. This new addition to the Fast Facts Series is an essential read for all healthcare professionals. Three experts of international standing summarise key facts on mechanisms and assessment, describe the diagnosis and management of specific chronic syndromes and offer insight into future advances in how we will manage this debilitating disease in the future.
Fast Facts Chronic And Cancer Pain
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Author : Michael J. Cousins
language : en
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Release Date : 2017-06-19
Fast Facts Chronic And Cancer Pain written by Michael J. Cousins and has been published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-06-19 with Medical categories.
All health professionals, regardless of specialty, will care for patients with pain that has persisted for more than 6 months. This fully updated fourth edition of 'Fast Facts: Chronic and Cancer Pain', written by two internationally renowned experts in the field, is designed to bring busy health professionals up to speed with the latest information in this area, including: • Easy-to-read overviews of pain mechanisms • A practical approach to pain assessment • Developments in stepped care and multimodal management • The latest thinking on opioids With health services around the world responding to calls to improve the management of painful long-term conditions, develop preventive and cost-effective solutions, and respond to patient choice and voice, this easy-to-read fact-packed book is essential reading for all GPs, nurses, junior hospital doctors, physical therapists, clinical psychologists, occupational therapists, pharmacists, medical specialists and medical students wanting - and needing - to know more. Contents: • Definitions and mechanisms • Assessment of pain • Treatment options • Trigeminal neuralgia • Complex regional pain syndrome • Diabetic and postherpetic neuropathic pain Central pain • Persistent postsurgical pain • Cancer pain • Musculoskeletal pain • Visceral pain • Headache
Fast Facts Ankylosing Spondylitis
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Author : Maxime Dougados
language : en
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Release Date : 2004-04-01
Fast Facts Ankylosing Spondylitis written by Maxime Dougados and has been published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-04-01 with Medical categories.
'Fast Facts: Ankylosing Spondylitis' is a practical, fact-filled handbook for health professionals who need to update their knowledge of this disorder for the benefit of the patients in their care. • Provides a concise overview of the clinical features of the disease and differential diagnosis • Includes the most recent information on the genetic basis of this disorder • Covers the various management options including physical therapy, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, and disease-modifying drugs • Highlights recently developed biological agents In addition to providing a wealth of practical information for use in patient care, this text reviews future directions for investigation and management of this debilitating disease. Contents: • The spectrum of spondylarthropathies • Genetic aspects • Epidemiology and socioeconomic impact • Clinical features • Assessment • Physical therapy • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug therapy • Disease-controlling antirheumatic therapy • Future trends • Useful resources
Fast Facts Osteoporosis
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Author : Juliet E. Compston
language : en
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Release Date : 2009-04-01
Fast Facts Osteoporosis written by Juliet E. Compston and has been published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-04-01 with Medical categories.
Osteoporosis is a silent disease until a fracture is sustained, and successful management relies on the clinician's keen awareness of risk factors and screening technology, thorough assessment of disease probability, and knowledge of the most appropriate therapeutic interventions. This sixth edition of 'Fast Facts: Osteoporosis' covers all of the most recent developments in the therapeutic and diagnostic arena, while maintaining the background sections that clarify the pathophysiology of osteoporosis and the homeostatic determinants of peak bone acquisition and maintenance. This succinct yet comprehensive handbook highlights: • The significant improvements in diagnostic capability achieved through advances in imaging techniques including MRI and quantitative computed tomography • Improvements in risk assessment through the use of a new online algorithm, FRAX® • The most recent results of clinical trials for new and long-term therapies This new edition of 'Fast Facts: Osteoporosis' provides the family physician and other members of the healthcare team with the latest information for the successful management of this challenging condition. Contents: • Epidemiology • Pathophysiology • Clinical manifestations • Diagnostic techniques • Risk assessment • Management: general considerations • Antiresorptive therapy • Strontium ranelate and parathyroid hormone peptides • Other forms of osteoporosis • Future trends
Fast Facts Metastatic Prostate Cancer
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Author : Lance Coetzee
language : en
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Release Date : 2017-02-03
Fast Facts Metastatic Prostate Cancer written by Lance Coetzee and has been published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-02-03 with Medical categories.
Information + Taking Control = Best Outcome is the theme running throughout this short, superbly illustrated workbook. Designed to help patients equip themselves with the best information about metastatic prostate cancer, it covers: • how prostate disease spreads and where it can spread to • a summary of diagnostic tests with detailed explanations to aid understanding of PSA levels, staging and Gleason score • all the hormone treatment options and their side effects • what to expect from the disease itself • how to manage key symptoms such as bone pain, urinary problems and fatigue • the treatment options when hormone treatment stops working • useful advice on diet, exercise, and getting the right support • a frank discussion of end of life care • a concise overview of the latest research in this area. With FastTests to test patients' understanding of their condition, handy checklists and plenty of space for patients and their doctors, nurses and family to write notes, this concise, easy-to-read resource will help patients get organized so that they are better equipped to ask the right questions and have more meaningful discussions about their treatment. Ultimately, it will help them make the best decisions about their care. Contents: • Information + Taking Control = Best Outcome • What is metastatic prostate cancer? • What do my test results mean? • Why is my cancer staged? • How will the disease affect me? • How is metastatic prostate cancer treated? • What is available after hormone therapy? • What are the side effects of hormone treatment? • What can I do to help myself? • Monitoring the effects of therapy • Treatment when myeloma returns • End of life care • What is the latest research in this area? • Useful resources
Fast Facts Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Author : David S. Rampton
language : en
Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Release Date : 2016-10-17
Fast Facts Inflammatory Bowel Disease written by David S. Rampton and has been published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-10-17 with Medical categories.
Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, referred to collectively as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), are chronic debilitating disorders. IBD, particularly Crohn's disease, is increasing everywhere, most notably in the Western world where about 1 in 200 people now has the condition. This highly readable, 'zippy' fifth edition of 'Fast Facts: Inflammatory Bowel Disease' provides succinct yet thorough information that will aid early recognition of these disorders and their complications, alongside practical holistic management advice. With important emphasis on the doctor–patient relationship and effective multidisciplinary services, 'Fast Facts: Inflammatory Bowel Disease' is an invaluable resource for all primary care providers, hospital doctors in training, nurses, stoma therapists, dieticians, psychologists, counselors and social workers; in fact, all health professionals involved in the care of patients with IBD, as well as patients who wish to know more about their condition. Contents: • Etiopathogenesis • Clinical features and intestinal complications • Extraintestinal manifestations and complications • Diagnosis • Drugs used to treat inflammatory bowel disease • Principles of management • Medical management of ulcerative colitis • Medical management of Crohn’s disease • Surgery • IBD in pregnancy, childhood and old age • Prognosis