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This pertinent book assists occupational therapists and other health care providers in developing up-to-date psychogeriatric programs and understanding details of treating the cognitively impaired elderly. There exists a significant demand for occupational therapy in psychogeriatrics now. As the elderly...

First published in 2003. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

The first book written specifically on clinical applications of sleep and sleep disorder theory for occupational therapists, this book bridges the research to practice gap. Contributors share their expertise, exploring topics such as the relationship between mental health and sleep; how sleep is affected...

This book gives a synoptic description of the practical details of how to carry out the common procedures in imaging on which a trainee in radiology and related professionals will be expected to be familiar. It does not attempt to cover rarer techniques beyond the scope of the FRCR exam or to show...

This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Written by an eminent cardiovascular physiologist with a strong track record in dealing with issues related to exercise and environmental physiology, this text covers cardiovascular function from the exercise...

A healthy, strong body is essential to the enjoyment of life. The Healthy Body Handbook was written for all those who place great emphasis on living life fully. It will help you understand the basic structure and function of the musculoskeletal system of the human body, and is written in language...

Everyones Massage in Three Steps is a valuable tool. Anyone can apply it and give invaluable benefits to family and friends. Learning this massage and the techniques is simple, easy to master, and extremely effective. The book describes a method of healing involving simple muscle, ligament, and sinew relaxant techniques designed to relax contracted soft tissues putting strains on the spine.

For 30 years, the highly regarded Secrets Series® has provided students and practitioners in all areas of health care with concise, focused, and engaging resources for quick reference and exam review. Radiology Secrets Plus, 4th Edition, by Drs. Drew Torigian and Parvati Ramchandani, features the...

La tecnica manuale è tra le forme di cura più antiche, usate da millenni, presso tutte le civiltà, per alleviare il dolore, sollevare lo spirito, ridare energia e riattivare la muscolatura. Non si limita solo a questo. Alcuni tipi di manualità, specifici e localizzati, aiutano a rimodellare il...

Découvrez enfin les bases du shiatsu et nos conseils pour améliorer votre vie. Massage relaxant aux vertus innombrables, le shiatsu permet de rééquilibrer le corps et l’esprit, tout en renforçant la force de guérison naturelle du patient. Grâce à des pressions et des étirements réalisés...

Aromaöle und ihre Verwendung etwa als Raumduft oder für Massagen können unsere Vitalität und Leistungsfähigkeit steigern und eine Vielzahl an Beschwerden lindern: Von Muskelschmerzen über Ängste und Depressionen, Kopfschmerzen, Schlaflosigkeit und Verdauungsstörungen bis hin zu spezifischen Hautproblemen....

La reflessologia planto-emozionale è un metodo di trattamento che combina la tecnica di massaggio o digitopressione plantare per un benessere psico-fisico, ad un lavoro più esteso, che contempla la dimensione psico-emotiva. Grazie a questo metodo è possibile lavorare sulle dinamiche psichiche conflittuali,...

Dalla terza edizione del volume Introduction to massage therapy sono stati estratti tre capitoli funzionali alla pratica professionale. Il primo capitolo è dedicato alla chinesiologia e biomeccanica cioè alla comprensione delle strutture anatomiche che collaborano al movimento. Per ogni muscolo...

Sempre più spesso le istituzioni sanitarie stanno integrando i trattamenti della medicina convenzionale con terapie di matrice olistica per migliorare il benessere psicofisico delle persone e muoversi verso un’umanizzazione della medicina. Il Tocco Armonico® rientra in questa categoria:...