Covers the anatomy, etiology, and natural history of scoliosis - from patient evaluation and an algorithm for treatment to pulmonary function after surgical treatment and the use of instruments to evaluate surgical treatment. This new monograph focuses on the most common form of scoliosis occurring otherwise normal adolescents, affecting spinal alignment, growth, and function.

Traditional scoliosis treatments prescribe years of "watching and waiting" instead of decisive action. The chiropractic-centered approach to treating scoliosis is proactive, effective and hopeful. Surgery can often times be avoided. Patients can live rich, full, and active lives. This book shows you how it is all possible.

Being an adult with scoliosis can be lonely, painful, and frustrating. I know this because I have worked with adults from all over the world who came to me with similar complaints. In this book, we explore what adult scoliosis is, how it differs from adolescent scoliosis, treatment options available for adults with scoliosis, how these treatment options address pain, and the pros and cons of the different scoliosis treatment opportunities.

This full-color revision of LPN/LVN level pediatrics text condenses prenatal and newborn coverage and features expanded asthma coverage and care of the well child. The text is organized as follows: chapters on developmental stages (age groups) are followed by chapters covering related and common diseases within each stage/age group. The final unit of the text includes the child with chronic health problems and the dying child. New recurring features include Web activities, pediatric triage checklists, and case studies. Connection Website: connection.LWW.com/go/lpnresources.

Back pain is the most common cause of job-related disability. This is a reference to these parts of the body and the ailments of sufferers. It provides information on various aspects of the back and spine, including anatomy, metabolic processes, neurological systems, injuries, diseases and disorders, treatments, medicines, and nutrition.

Topics in this addition to Omnigraphics' many-volumed Health Reference Series cover adolescent health as it relates to emotional, mental, and physical health; sexual health; social issues and parental concerns; and adolescent education. Information was gleaned from a multitude of sources including the CDC, FDA, Department of Labor, National Adoption Information Clearinghouse, National Institute on Alcohol Abuse, American Academy of Dermatology, National Institute on Drug Abuse, and the Virginia Youth Violence Project. A list of resources (glossary, organizations, readings) ends the volume. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.

Completely revised to meet the latest Board of Nurse Examiners criteria for the NCLEX-RN®, this review book contains over 3,500 questions and answers with rationales covering all areas included on the exam. Two substantially updated introductory chapters discuss studying and test-taking strategies and describe the exam format in detail. Subsequent sections cover adult care, psychiatric care, maternal-neonatal care, and care of the child, plus chapters on leadership and management and law and ethics. Six 75-question comprehensive tests appear at the end of the book. This Third Edition also includes nearly 100 new alternate-format questions.

If you or a loved one are facing the possibility of scoliosis surgery, this book is for you. Written in plain English by an adult who has been through it, this book explains everything you need to know about scoliosis surgery, from initial planning all the way through to recovery. The book covers what is involved in the surgery, how to decide whether surgery is the right course of action, what the surgical options are, what alternatives to surgery exist, how to choose a surgeon, how to prepare for surgery and the lengthy recovery process, and much more. Through detailed explanations of complex medical terminology and informative illustrations, this book provides you with a solid understanding of scoliosis surgery, enabling you to better understand what your surgeon tells you and to empower you to ask more meaningful questions. Whether for you, a family member or a friend, anyone confronting scoliosis surgery will find this book invaluable.

Focusing on the lower extremities and spine, this extensively illustrated text presents a problem-solving approach to the evaluation and prescription of prosthetics and orthotics in physical therapy interventions. Prosthetics and Orthotics presents the latest developments in materials and fabrications, an in-depth analysis of gait deviations and interventions, conditions, psychosocial issues, biomechanics, and more. This invaluable resource also includes pediatric and geriatric perspectives, scientific literature supporting evidence-based practice, exercise and functional activities for the patient, case studies following the APTA's "Guide to Physical Therapist Practice", critical thinking questions, lab activities and practical applications.

Practice questions are the best way to prepare for success on the exam – and only one book makes practicing for NCLEX-RN® Incredibly Easy! NCLEX Q&A Review Made Incredibly Easy provides 6,500 total questions in the text and online – more than ever before! Completely updated to reflect the latest test plan and featuring the high quality questions that help students pass the NCLEX exam, the fifth edition features all question types appearing on the test – including audio and graphic option questions. Page after page of study questions with clear rationales make for effective, efficient study sessions, and the Incredibly Easy approach promotes knowledge retention while decreasing study anxiety. You’ll actually enjoy learning, stay motivated, and improve your performance on the licensing exam! Take the stress out of studying with: More practice questions than ever before! 3,000 practice questions included in the text Over 3,000 NCLEX-style practice questions on the companion website, including audio questions and graphic option questions All the question types featured on the exam: NEW Audio questions - available exclusively on thePoint NEW Graphic option questions Multiple-response / multiple-choice questions Fill-in-the-blank calculation questions Chart exhibit questions Drag-and-drop questions Hotspot questions Special strategy sections: Get to know the exam structure, as detailed in the current test plan Review strategies for success Insightful test-taking tips