The author, a 21 year old female student, suffered from pain in her thumb and simply couldn't believe when the doctor told her she could have RSI, Repetitive Strain Injury, from texting. When she started to investigate RSI further, she became aware, being a student and working on a laptop a lot, that Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is very common amongst computer users. She decided to investigate the subject and talk to specialists in the field to be able to write a book about it to warn all people and especially young people about the possible dangers of computers, if over used. This book is a must have for anybody who uses a PC, laptop, tablet, game console or mobile phone on a regular basis. Don't we all? Therefore this book is for everybody The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straightforward, no nonsense fashion, Lucy Rudford covers all Carpal Tunnel Syndrome aspects including facts and stats, causes, symptoms, treatment, surgery, natural approaches, alternative therapies, exercises, management, therapies, aids, prevention and a lot more. A separate chapter about concerns for children and teenagers explains how our modern society and electronic gadgets are a real danger to people's health. This book is full of sound advice and answers to all your questions with lots of treatment and prevention advice. "Real life stories inside from sufferers"

Millions of people are suffering from Diabetic Neuropathy. This is another very informative book by Robert Rymore. He continues with his interest in writing medical educational guides. This guide is intended to be a tool, one that will give you information and hopefully some pain relief. Symptoms, Treatments, Diet, Management, Natural Remedies, Vitamins and Exercises all covered. Readers will surely find much contribution by this book, to relief their pain or even to create a pain free healthy lifestyle. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. The content is informative, educative and easy to understand.

Millions of people are suffering from golfer's elbow or tennis elbow, including the author himself. This is another very informative book by Robert Rymore. He continues with his interest in writing medical educational guides. This guide is intended to be a tool, one that will give you an awareness of the process involved in epicondylitis, golfer's and tennis elbow. Treatment, Exercises, Symptoms, Causes, Surgery, Cure, Braces, Relief and Remedies all covered. Readers will surely find much contribution by this book, to relief their pain or even to create a pain free healthy lifestyle. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straightforward, no nonsense fashion, Robert covers all aspects of golfer's and tennis elbow, including lots of exercises. The content is informative, educative and easy to understand. Testimonial 1: I have been a sufferer of golfer's elbow for years. My physiotherapist keeps telling me to do exercise but I keep forgetting them. Now I just open the book, read what to do and do my exercises. I love the exercises in this book and by doing them on a very regular basis, I am astonished that I am basically pain free. Thanks Barbara Vunderdale Testimonial 2: Yes, my doctor did tell me what was going on in my elbow but I wanted to learn more. This book has given me a lot more knowledge and I understand everything much better now. Everything is very clearly explained. Thomas Preston

The author, a 20 year old female student, suffered from pain in her thumb and simply couldn't believe when the doctor told her she could have RSI, Repetitive Strain Injury, from texting. She had a "Texting Thumb" and she realised, after reading about it, that if she would not be careful, she might get arthritis in her fingers in later life. Millions of people are suffering from arthritis in their hands and fingers. This is another very informative book by Lucy Rudford. She continues with her interest in writing educational guides. This guide is intended to be a tool, one that will give you information and hopefully some pain relief. Symptoms, signs, treatment, diet, how to prevent & exercises and alternative therapies all covered. Readers will surely find much contribution by this book, to relief their pain or even to create a pain free healthy lifestyle. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straightforward, no nonsense fashion, Lucy covers all aspects of arthritis in hands and fingers, including lots of exercises. The content is informative, educative and easy to understand.

Millions of people are suffering from tendonitis and this book can be a help to all of them to understand the condition better. This book pledges to excite readers, as well as to be an assemblage of knowledge accessible to any individual who is aiming at understanding tendonitis as a condition, its epidemiology, pathophysiology, progression course, existing kinds and their managements. Rowan has exceptionallyexcelled at addressing the most commonly asked questions on tendonitis, thus catering to the needs of the reader, which is the intention of any book. This book offers readers eye-opening views, tips and exercise techniques aimed at an optimal well-being of mental and physical states for a healthy lifestyle Treatment, symptoms, exercises and stretches are all covered. The content is informative, educative and easy to read.

The Oxford Clinical Imaging Guides are specifically designed to help doctors master imaging techniques. Each guide explains the principles and practice of using imaging in an easy-to-read, highly-illustrated, and authoritative manner. Point of Care Ultrasound for Emergency Medicine and Resuscitation is the definitive guide to using this indispensable clinical tool quickly, safely, and accurately to diagnose patients in emergency, acute, and critical care settings. With a practical focus on how to perform ultrasound and interpret images, this book demonstrates how the reader can use ultrasound safely in patient management to diagnose and manage shock, acute presentations, or the acute phases of key conditions. Extensively illustrated, this resource also comes with online access to 160 ultrasound clips and over 130 annotated ultrasound images. Written by expert educators, this book is mapped to the curriculum for the International Federation for Emergency Medicine to teach emergency and acute medics exactly what they need to know. This guide is highly relevant for the syllabi of Emergency Medicine colleges and associations in the USA, Canada, UK, Australasia and South Africa.

Millions of people are suffering from Achilles Tendonitis. This is another very informative book by Robert Rymore. He continues with his interest in writing medical educational guides. This guide is intended to be a tool, one that will give you an awareness of the process involved in Achilles Tendonitis. Treatment, Exercises, Symptoms, Causes, Recovery, Relief, Remedies, Massage, Vitamins, Minerals, Aids and Alternative Therapies are all covered. Readers will surely find much contribution by this book, to relief their pain or even to create a pain free healthy lifestyle. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straightforward, no nonsense fashion, Robert covers all aspects of Achilles Tendonitis, including lots of exercises. The content is informative, educative and easy to understand. " I have been a sufferer of achilles tendonitis for years. My physiotherapist keeps telling me to do exercise but I keep forgetting them. Now I just open the book, read what to do and do my exercises. I love the exercises in this book and by doing them on a very regular basis, I am astonished that I am basically pain free. Thanks " Linda Thompson "Yes, my doctor did tell me what was going on in my heel but I wanted to learn more. This book has given me a lot more knowledge and I understand everything much better now. Everything is very clearly explained." Richard Ashdale

Pregnancy tests, HIV tests, and tests to confirm heart attacks and many other clinical diagnostic tests are all immunoassays. Without immunoassays a huge variety of biologically important molecules could not be easily detected or quantified. Immunoassays is the first practical volume designed to help any biologist develop an immunoassay of any common format for any suitable analyte. The basic principles are described and the choices of assay types and formats listed.

Since 1980, Dr. Osborn's An Introduction to Cerebral Angiography has been "the" definitive text on this imaging modality. Now, this classic work has been completely revised, reorganized, and updated and expanded from an introductory book into a comprehensive, state-of-the-art reference on cerebral angiography.Diagnostic Cerebral Angiography, Second Edition, is organized into three major parts. Part 1 covers techniques and technical aspects of cerebral angiography. Part 2 is a detailed description of normal anatomy, anatomic variations, and congenital anomalies. Part 3 focuses on pathological entities, including trauma, aneurysms, stroke, vascular malformations, atherosclerosis, and vasculitis.Coverage includes new information on vascular territories, film subtraction, and magnetic resonance angiography. The text is thoroughly illustrated with 1,200 radiographs and line drawings, all of them new to this volume. Another new feature of this Second Edition is the use of boxed summaries throughout the text to highlight key points.

Concise, portable, and user-friendly, The Washington Manual (R) General Internal Medicine Consult, Third Edition , provides quick access to the essential information needed when performing an inpatient consult. Chapters are organized around presenting symptom (e.g., approach to nausea, approach to low back pain), allowing quick look-up of differential diagnosis and management. Ideal for medical students, residents, and practitioners, the manual is also useful as a quick-reference guide for practicing hospitalists. Key Features: Brief, focused information throughout, zeroing in on the essential diagnosis and assessment information you need for an internal medicine consult. Thoroughly revised to include new approaches to diagnosis and new therapeutic management, as well as an all-new chapter on venous thromboembolic disease. Organized by presenting symptom, making information easy to find so you can maximize your time spent during the consult. Perfect for residents asked to perform a medical consult, hospitalists, students, NPs, and PAs. Written by residents, fellows, and attending physicians from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Your book purchase includes a complimentary download of the enhanced eBook for iOS, Android, PC & Mac. Take advantage of these practical features that will improve your eBook experience: The ability to download the eBook on multiple devices at one time - providing a seamless reading experience online or offline Powerful search tools and smart navigation cross-links allow you to search within this book, or across your entire library of VitalSource eBooks Multiple viewing options offer the ability to scale images and text to any size without losing page clarity as well as responsive design The ability to highlight text and add notes with one click

Fully revised for its third edition, the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Diagnosis provides a concise and practical summary of the reasoning processes behind clear and confident diagnosis. The handbook is set out systematically with symptoms and signs through each specialty, and includes a detailed description of the basis of logical evidence-based differential diagnosis. This new edition has been updated with more straightforward diagrams as well as brand new images to help aid understanding. Including rarer diagnoses alongside common conditions, and vital information about longer-term management alongside the initial treatments, this handbook will ensure your excellence and confidence no matter what signs and symptoms your patient presents with. Providing practical help when dealing with problems outside your area of expertise or with unforeseen situations, you can be sure that this handbook will be the reader's perfect companion to sharp and self-assured diagnoses throughout their medical career.

How to undertake key clinical tests, make effective diagnoses and develop logical clinical reasoning. Clinical Skills, Diagnostics and Reasoning provides detailed coverage of the history and examination of all major body systems. It will be an essential resource as you start on the wards. Key features: an engaging and authoritative style - with everything you need in one place realistic clinical cases - these show how skilled clinicians work through a presentation, and put disease and biomedical principles into context extensive range of photographs - superb clinical photos show exactly how to undertake a broad range of examinations and tests starter questions - stimulating questions and answers to test your knowledge and highlight the level of detail you need study boxes - these highlight tips, tricks and key learning points Designed to take you from the lecture theatre to the ward - from anatomy and physiology to typical clinical cases and how they are assessed. By fully integrating basic science and clinical medicine, Clinical Skills, Diagnostics and Reasoning will equip you with the core knowledge and skills you will need for exams and placements!

A tell all book about the most sought out childhood disorder. You will read about ADHD/ADD and why there has been a massive increase in a diagnosis and increase in pharmaceutical sales of ADHD. Can the Government be pushing for a diagnosis? How are the pharmaceutical companies profiting? Is there an overdosing and over diagnosing of ADHD? If it's not a lack of "attention" the child has, why is it called attention deficit hyperactivity disorder? What actually causes ADHD? It is a must read for all parents. Find out why children with high I.Q's are being labeled as ADHD.

A detailed account of one womans experience after suddenly being diagnosed with a benign meningioma brain tumor. The symptoms that lead to a diagnosis are nothing more than an irritating, involuntary twitch in the left leg which are self-diagnosed as maybe a trapped nerve in the back. No headaches, no dizziness and certainly no pain. This account reveals the emotional roller coaster that unfolds and the fear experienced by Lynda and her family and friends. Relayed in a day by day diary of events from diagnosis, through surgery to an uplifting successful outcome. The Author supplies further reading and helpful contacts and forums for others who find themselves in the same situation. A proportion of each book sold is donated to Brain Tumour Research.

Organized alphabetically by test, this reference guide provides quick and reliable access to information on over 420 laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures. With additional information provided for each procedure and extensive nursing implications with client teaching material, this book is an invaluable resource for nursing students and professionals alike.

An Unabridged, Digitally Enlarged Edition To Include Lectures: The Sick - The Ideal Cure - What The Physician Must Perceive - Fixed Principles - Law And Government From Center - Discrimination As To Maintaining External Causes And Surgical Cases - The Unprejudiced Observer - Indispositions - On Simple Substance - Disorder First In Vital Force - Materialism In Medicine - Sickness And Cure On Dynamic Plane - The Removal Of The Totality Of Symptoms Means The Removal Of The Cause - The Law Of Similars - Susceptibility - Protection From Sickness - Oversensitive Patients - The Science And The Art - Chronic Diseases - (Psora, Syphilis, Sycosis) - Disease And Drug Study In General - The Examination Of The Patient - Homeopathic Catechism (Refers To The Organon, 100 questions) (Julia C. Loos)

The Oxford Handbook of Key Clinical Evidence provides an alternative to the burgeoning repositories of trial data for students, trainees, and researchers looking for the key evidence affecting medical practice. Recognizing the growing importance of evidence-based medicine (EBM) to both the study and the practice of medicine and surgery, the editors have aimed to provide a quick-reference text that presents the key data, facts, and evidence informing medical and surgical practice on a daily basis.
Introductory chapters give the "uninitiated" reader a firm footing in the history of EVM and its current importance within medical science. Readers are introduced to the current statistical methods and tools that are needed to analyze and critically assess trial data, providing a key for the terms and statistical methods encountered in the book and within medical research as a whole.
Leading figures in the specialties have selected and summarized the most important modern trials, creating a two-page format for each study which distills the key information. Highlighted boxes identify the study type and evidence-level attained, while analysis of the key message and impacts of the trial firmly place the evidence into a practical setting for the reader. Key study features and results are examined, while the difficulties or problems associated with the trials are outlined.
This is essential reading for all medics with an interest in the fundamental evidence underpinning modern practice.

Best of Five MCQs for the MRCP Part 1 volumes 1-3 offers a comprehensive and trustworthy solution to anybody wishing to sit, pass and excel at the Membership of the Royal College of Physicians Part 1 examination. Presented as a unique three-volume set, each volume features 375 high-quality practice questions on each of the systems and specialties in alphabetical order. Volume 2 features Best of Five questions on dermatology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, geriatric medicine, infectious diseases, and ophthalmology. All 375 questions contain questions written and reviewed by successful candidates and previous examiners, and are accompanied by detailed explanations and further reading, ensuring complete and successful revision for this challenging exam. Matched to the latest Royal College curricula in coverage and format, this dedicated resource provides readers with an accurate, authoritative and evidence-based companion to the MRCP Part 1.

Biopsy Pathology of the Bronchi is intended to provide the practicing pathologist with a convenient source of diagnostic information, combined with pertinent clinical patterns and a background of histogenesis. It is hoped that the book will facilitate the accuracy of diagnosis, minimize pitfalls of interpretation and assist in the rapid evaluation of acute and chronic bronchial lesions, including neoplasms. Biopsy is taken in the widest sense and the book includes discussions on cytology, microbiopsies (fine needle aspiration biopsies, curette samples, and biopsies obtained by microforceps) and macrobiopsies, obtained at the time of surgery. Part I of the book deals with the procurement and preparation of bronchial specimens and includes a chapter on fetal development and structure of the normal adult epithelium. In Part II, the histopathology of numerous bronchial diseases are described in detail. Emphasis is placed on the diagnostic features of human lesions' which are illustrated by numerous high quality light and electron micrographs. Understanding normal bron chial structure, cell kinetics, and modulations of phenotypic expression provide insight into many pathological processes. Therefore, although emphasis is placed on the diagnostic features of human disease, the histopathology of corresponding lesions in experimental animals is dis cussed where this provides information helpful in the interpretation of the human lesions. Elizabeth M. McDowell Baltimore Theodore F. Beals Ann Arbor 1985 viii Acknowledgments We give thanks to friends and colleagues who reviewed one or more chapters for us during the writing of this book."

This book puts forward a Hypothesis on the Origins of Cancer. In this context it investigates the pre-history of a malignant illness and the maldevelopments within the human organism occurring during this period. Central to the cause for the onset of cancer is an adrenaline deficiency caused by exhaustion of the chromaffin system after long-lasting stress. It will be demonstrated that an acid / alkali imbalance and the weakening of the immune resistance have a carcinogenic effect. Findings from experience point to the disturbance of the interaction between adrenaline and insulin, the resulting glycogen overloading and oxygen deficiency of cells, setting off the cells' emergency programme, namely anaerobic, i.e. restricted cell metabolism. Furthermore, a therapy based on this hypothesis on the origins of cancer is introduced, which has as its goal the healing of the organism of a malignant illness. This book is intended for a broad public readership and contains varied historic and general references in addition to the medical core subject.

The Oxford Textbook of Medicine is the foremost international textbook of medicine. Unrivalled in its coverage of the scientific aspects and clinical practice of internal medicine and its subspecialties, it is a fixture in the offices and wards of physicians around the world, as well as being a key resource for medico-legal practitioners. Accessible digitally with regular updates, as well as in print, readers are provided with multiple avenues of access depending on their need and preference. More comprehensive, more authoritative, and more international than any other textbook; Oxford Textbook of Medicine focuses on offering both perspective and practical guidance on clinical management and prevention of disease. Introductory sections focus on the patient experience, medical ethics and clinical decision making, outlining a philosophy which has always characterized the Oxford Textbook of Medicine. It is humane, thought-provoking, and aims to instill in readers an understanding of the role of medicine in society and the contribution it can make to the health of populations, and it does not shy away from discussion of controversial aspects of modern medicine. As always, there is detailed coverage of all areas of internal medicine by the world's very best authors. The Oxford Textbook of Medicine seeks to embody advances in understanding and practice that have arisen through scientific research. The integration of basic science and clinical practice is unparalleled, and throughout the book the implications of research for medical practice are explained. The core clinical medicine sections offer in-depth coverage of the traditional specialty areas. The Oxford Textbook of Medicine has unsurpassed detail on infectious diseases: the most comprehensive coverage to be found in any textbook of medicine. Other sections of note include stem cells and regenerative medicine; inequalities in health; medical aspects of pollution and climate change; travel and expedition medicine; bioterrorism and forensic medicine; pain; medical disorders in pregnancy; nutrition; and psychiatry and drug related problems in general medical practice. The section on acute medicine is designed to give rapid access to information when it is needed quickly. In response to ongoing user feedback there have been substantial changes to ensure that the Oxford Textbook of Medicine continues to meet the needs of its readers. Chapter essentials give accessible overviews of the content and a new design ensures that the textbook is easy to read and navigate. The evidence-base and references continue to be at the forefront of research. New to this edition is that purchasers of the print version of the Oxford Textbook of Medicine sixth edition will have free access on Oxford Medicine Online to all the content plus regular updates for the life of the edition.

Everything you need to know about the DSM-5 in an organized and concise presentation Providing you with a quick and easy way to get up-to-speed on recent changes to the two main classification systems DSM-5 Essentials highlights these changes in a logical and systematic manner so that you can easily make the transition from DSM-IV to DSM-5. Author Lourie Reichenberg offers health care providers, instructors, clinicians in practice settings, and office staff who do coding for insurance reimbursement the information they need to do their jobs smoothly and efficiently with coverage of: * The twenty classifications of disorders * Emerging measures and models * The future of diagnosis and treatment planning * Matching clients' needs with the best evidence-based treatment * Major changes to the DSM-5 such as the replacement of the multiaxial system, the developmental and lifespan approach, and cultural and gender considerations Arranged in the same sequence as the DSM-5, DSM-5 Essentials covers what has changed from the DSM-IV, what these changes mean for diagnosis, and the implication of these changes on the selection of effective, evidence-based treatment.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Designed for quick reference, Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs: A Cost-Effective Approach equips you to effectively interpret more than 230 of the most common symptoms and signs. The ideal aid for the busy clinician, this handy, portable resource promotes a cost-effective patient workup, explaining which diagnostic tests are most appropriate (and when such tests are not indicated). Comprehensive updates throughout put the very latest diagnostic approaches at your fingertips. Features: Evaluate patients efficiently using clear, step-by-step algorithms that spell out what to look for, what tests to order, what differentials to consider, and when to refer to a specialist. Master essential clinical skills with a new section on "Getting the most out of your history and physical examination." Effectively evaluate more conditions through new algorithms for various symptoms and laboratory tests, including algorithms representing diseases that are symptoms of other diseases. Recognize diagnostic alternatives at a glance thanks to differential diagnostic tables. Your book purchase includes a complimentary download of the enhanced eBook for iOS, Android, PC & Mac. Take advantage of these practical features that will improve your eBook experience: The ability to download the eBook on multiple devices at one time - providing a seamless reading experience online or offline Powerful search tools and smart navigation cross-links that allow you to search within this book, or across your entire library of VitalSource eBooks Multiple viewing options that enable you to scale images and text to any size without losing page clarity as well as responsive design The ability to highlight text and add notes with one click