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| laser tech pain and back relief center: The Brain's Way of Healing Norman Doidge, M.D., 2015-01-27 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The New York Times–bestselling author of The Brain That Changes Itself presents astounding advances in the treatment of brain injury and illness. Now in an updated and expanded paperback edition. Winner of the 2015 Gold Nautilus Book Award in Science & Cosmology In his groundbreaking work The Brain That Changes Itself, Norman Doidge introduced readers to neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to change its own structure and function in response to activity and mental experience. Now his revolutionary new book shows how the amazing process of neuroplastic healing really works. The Brain’s Way of Healing describes natural, noninvasive avenues into the brain provided by the energy around us—in light, sound, vibration, and movement—that can awaken the brain’s own healing capacities without producing unpleasant side effects. Doidge explores cases where patients alleviated chronic pain; recovered from debilitating strokes, brain injuries, and learning disorders; overcame attention deficit and learning disorders; and found relief from symptoms of autism, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and cerebral palsy. And we learn how to vastly reduce the risk of dementia, with simple approaches anyone can use. For centuries it was believed that the brain’s complexity prevented recovery from damage or disease. The Brain’s Way of Healing shows that this very sophistication is the source of a unique kind of healing. As he did so lucidly in The Brain That Changes Itself, Doidge uses stories to present cutting-edge science with practical real-world applications, and principles that everyone can apply to improve their brain’s performance and health. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Crooked Cathryn Jakobson Ramin, 2018-05-08 The acclaimed author of Carved in Sand—a veteran investigative journalist who endured persistent back pain for decades—delivers the definitive book on the subject: an essential examination of all facets of the back pain industry, exploring what works, what doesn't, what may cause harm, and how to get on the road to recovery. In her effort to manage her chronic back pain, investigative reporter Cathryn Jakobson Ramin spent years and a small fortune on a panoply of treatments. But her discomfort only intensified, leaving her feeling frustrated and perplexed. As she searched for better solutions, she exposed a much bigger problem. Costing roughly $100 billion a year, spine medicine—often ineffective and sometimes harmful —exemplified the worst aspects of the U.S. health care system. The result of six years of intensive investigation, Crooked offers a startling look at the poorly identified risks of spine medicine, and provides practical advice and solutions. Ramin interviewed scores of spine surgeons, pain management doctors, physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians, exercise physiologists, physical therapists, chiropractors, specialized bodywork practitioners. She met with many patients whose pain and desperation led them to make life-altering decisions, and with others who triumphed over their limitations. The result is a brilliant and comprehensive book that is not only important but essential to millions of back pain sufferers, and all types of health care professionals. Ramin shatters assumptions about surgery, chiropractic methods, physical therapy, spinal injections and painkillers, and addresses evidence-based rehabilitation options—showing, in detail, how to avoid therapeutic dead ends, while saving money, time, and considerable anguish. With Crooked, she reveals what it takes to outwit the back pain industry and get on the road to recovery. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Campbell Walsh Wein Urology Alan W. Partin, Craig A. Peters, Louis R. Kavoussi, Alan J. Wein, Roger R. Dmochowski, 2020-03-02 From the basic science underpinnings to the most recent developments in medical and surgical care, Campbell-Walsh-Wein Urology offers a depth and breadth of coverage you won't find in any other urology reference. Now in three manageable volumes, the revised 12th Edition is a must-have text for students, residents, and seasoned practitioners, with authoritative, up-to-date content in an intuitively organized, easy-to-read format featuring key points, quick-reference tables, and handy algorithms throughout. Features shorter, more practical chapters that help you find key information quickly. Includes new chapters on Urinary Tract Imaging: Basic Principles of Nuclear Medicine · Ethics and Informed Consent · Incisions and Access · Complications of Urologic Surgery · Urologic Considerations in Pregnancy · Intraoperative Consultation · Special Urologic Considerations in Transgender Individuals · and more. Covers hot topics such as minimally invasive and robotic surgery; advancements in urologic oncology, including innovative therapeutics for personalized medicine; new approaches to male infertility; technological advances for the treatment of stones; and advances in imaging modalities. Incorporates current AUA/EAU guidelines in each chapter as appropriate Updates all chapters with new content, new advances, and current references and best practices. Extensively updated chapters include Urological Immunotherapy, Minimally Invasive Urinary Diversion, and Updated Focal Therapy for Prostate Cancer. Features more than 175 video clips, including all-new videos on perineal ultrasound, abdominoplasty in prune belly syndrome, partial penectomy, low dose rate brachytherapy, and many more. Written and edited by key opinion leaders, reflecting essential changes and controversies in the field. Expert ConsultT eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Bradley's Neurology in Clinical Practice E-Book Joseph Jankovic, John C Mazziotta, Scott L Pomeroy, 2021-03-23 A practical, dynamic resource for practicing neurologists, clinicians and trainees, Bradley and Daroff's Neurology in Clinical Practice, Eighth Edition, offers a straightforward style, evidence-based information, and robust interactive content supplemented by treatment algorithms and images to keep you up to date with all that's current in this fast-changing field. This two-volume set is ideal for daily reference, featuring a unique organization by presenting symptom/sign and by specific disease entities—allowing you to access content in ways that mirror how you practice. More than 150 expert contributors, led by Drs. Joseph Jankovic, John C. Mazziotta, Scott L. Pomeroy, and Nancy J. Newman, provide up-to-date guidance that equips you to effectively diagnose and manage the full range of neurological disorders. - Covers all aspects of today's neurology in an easy-to-read, clinically relevant manner. - Allows for easy searches through an intuitive organization by both symptom and grouping of diseases. - Features new and expanded content on movement disorders, genetic and immunologic disorders, tropical neurology, neuro-ophthalmology and neuro-otology, palliative care, pediatric neurology, and new and emerging therapies. - Offers even more detailed videos that depict how neurological disorders manifest, including EEG and seizures, deep brain stimulation for PD and tremor, sleep disorders, movement disorders, ocular oscillations, EMG evaluation, cranial neuropathies, and disorders of upper and lower motor neurons, as well as other neurologic signs. - 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. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Clinical Guide to Musculoskeletal Medicine S. Ali Mostoufi, Tony K. George, Alfred J. Tria Jr., 2022-05-10 This unique clinical guide will explore specific evidence-based literature supporting physical therapist guided exercises and interventional treatments for commonly prevalent orthopedic spine and extremity presentations. Using this book, the sports medicine and interventional pain physician will be better able to coordinate therapy exercises after interventional treatments with their physical therapy colleagues. This will include a treatment course that will monitor progress in restoring and accelerating patients’ function. A myriad of musculoskeletal conditions affecting the spine, joints and extremities will be presented, including tendinopathies, bursopathies, arthritis, fractures and dislocations - everything a clinician can expect to see in a thriving practice. Each chapter, co-authored by a physician and a physical therapist, will follow a consistent format for ease of accessibility and reference – introduction to the topic; diagnosis; medical, interventional, and surgical management – and will be accompanied by relevant radiographis, figures and illustrations. Additional topics include osteoarthritis, rheumatic disorders, entrapment syndromes, the use of orthobiologics, and more. Comprehensive enough to function as a learning tool, but practical and user-friendly enough for quick reference, Clinical Guide to Musculoskeletal Medicine will be an essential resource for sports medicine physicians, interventional and physical therapists. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Outsmart Your Pain! Lisa Barr M D, 2018-05-06 Does pain prevent you from living the full and joyous life you want and deserve? If so, you're not alone. Tens of millions of people suffer from acute or chronic pain that decreases their quality of life. Have you seen doctors and other health care professionals looking for answers to alleviate your suffering, with little or no lasting relief? Have you tried to rely on pain-killing drugs or even invasive surgeries without any significant improvement in your levels of pain? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Dr. Lisa Barr wants to help. In Outsmart Your Pain!, Dr. Barr shares innovative solutions to help you overcome your pain. Dr. Barr's goal in this book is to empower you to focus your energy on the underlying issues that cause pain rather than focusing only on pain as a symptom. Ideally, we all want to live pain free and drug free. Here's what we know; pain is pervasive. It is associated with a wide range of injuries and disease and its impact is tremendous. As a symptom, pain is tricky because it means many different things to different people. Defined as a complex physical and emotional experience, it is true that no two people experience pain in the same way. Neuroscience says we interpret our world through our senses. Yet, interpreting pain is confusing because we feel it in our body yet we cannot see it or touch it. In short, pain is the invisible intersection of the affairs of the heart through our emotions, our mind through our thoughts and beliefs and our body through our posture and physiology. Identifying our physical complaints is just the beginning. To obtain lasting relief of pain, we must take a close look at our lifestyle, posture, diet, environment, relationships and habits. Additionally, we must also assess our emotional investment in pain as well as become clear about our conscious and unconscious thoughts and beliefs about pain. Ultimately, this process opens us up to changing what needs to be changed and this is the key to successful resolution of pain. When seen from this broader perspective, it becomes clear why the answers to pain might not revealed on imaging studies and why some people don't get better with certain treatments. For more information about Outsmart Your Pain! and to track our pre-release progress visit: fb.me/LisaBarrMD and visit my website: www.LisaBarrMD.com |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery Ferenc A. Jolesz, Kullervo H. Hynynen, 2007-09-26 MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery will be the first publication on this new technology, and will present a variety of current and future clinical applications in tumor ablation treatment. This source helps surgeons and specialists evaluate, analyze, and utilize MRI-guided focused ultrasound surgery - bridging the gap between phase 3 clinical tr |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Essentials of Interventional Techniques in Managing Chronic Pain Vijay Singh, Frank J.E. Falco, Alan D. Kaye, Amol Soin, Joshua A. Hirsch, 2024-05-28 This comprehensive review covers the full and latest array of interventional techniques for managing chronic pain. Chapters are grouped by specific treatment modalities that include spinal interventional techniques, non-spinal and peripheral nerve blocks, sympathetic interventional techniques, soft tissue and joint injections, and implantables. This second edition features new chapters covering challenges with opioid therapy, impact of COVID-19, and spinal interventional techniques. Practical step-by-step and evidence-based guidance is given to each approach in order to improve the clinician's understanding. Innovative and timely, Essentials of Interventional Techniques in Managing Chronic Pain is a critical resource for anesthesiologists, neurologists, and rehabilitation and pain physicians. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Naturally Pain Free Letha Hadady, 2012 A practical, useful, and most importantly natural approach to preventing and treating everyday pains and injuries. From herbal remedies to health foods and relaxing body treatments, cures to intolerable pain can be found outside the world of constant doctor visits and expensive prescriptions. Organized both by symptom as well as type of pain, Natural Pain Free offers multiple, cause-specific treatments for ailments such as headaches, joint pains, and gout, which can be instigated by multiple sources, as well as acute injuries like burns and sports wounds. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: The Management of Pain John J. Bonica, 1990 |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Back Pain and Osteoporosis Lee H. Riley, 2007 |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Clinical Case Studies for the Family Nurse Practitioner Leslie Neal-Boylan, 2011-11-28 Clinical Case Studies for the Family Nurse Practitioner is a key resource for advanced practice nurses and graduate students seeking to test their skills in assessing, diagnosing, and managing cases in family and primary care. Composed of more than 70 cases ranging from common to unique, the book compiles years of experience from experts in the field. It is organized chronologically, presenting cases from neonatal to geriatric care in a standard approach built on the SOAP format. This includes differential diagnosis and a series of critical thinking questions ideal for self-assessment or classroom use. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Campbell's Operative Orthopaedics Willis Cohoon Campbell, 2003 The definitive reference in orthopedic surgery is back... totally revised and updated to encompass over 1,800 procedures, including 90 that are new to this edition! Dr. S. Terry Canale and 33 other leading authorities from the Campbell Clinic present encyclopedic, in-depth coverage of the field, superbly organized for efficient access. This landmark 4-volume set now includes a CD-ROM containing video clips that demonstrate key surgical procedures. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Low Back Disorders Stuart McGill, 2007 This second edition of 'Low Back Disorders' provides research information on low back problems and shows readers how to interpret the data for clinical applications. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Surgery for Sleep Disordered Breathing Karl Hörmann, Thomas Verse, 2010-03-01 Nasal continuous positive airway pressure ventilation is the gold standard in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Long-term compliance rates are about 60%. Therefore, several alternative treatment options are of special interest. Beside conservative therapies, various surgical concepts exist. The field of surgery for sleep disordered breathing has rapidly grown with new instrumentation and surgical techniques in the last 10 years. Surgeons in these fields have to attend scientific meetings, participate in workshops, and read the literature to stay up to date. In our sleep laboratories we conduct 30 polysomnographies each night. Each year, we perform almost 1,000 surgical procedures for sleep disordered breathing apart from numerous other conservative and apparative treatment modalities. Referring to our expe- ence and the present literature, we tried to give new information on surgical techniques in this second edition. The chapters are grouped in different anatomical fields of interest. We wanted to give general advice and specific new hints for the surgery of sleep disordered breathing so that the reader learns basic techniques followed by more advanced surgery. In addition to the illustrated surgical descriptions, the chapters contain informations about indications and contraindications of each surgical procedure and the postoperative care. Special interest has been dedicated to evidence-based medicine. So in each chapter, there is a table of references summarizing the effectiveness of the procedure and EBM grade. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Lasers in Gynecology Gunther Bastert, Diethelm Wallwiener, 2012-12-06 A synopsis of the use of lasers in gynecology is presented in this book; it is supported by more than 10 years of experience and backed up by studies inthe fields of experimental surgery, technical medicine and clinical gynecology. The authors show how laser-assisted preparation hasbroadened the spectrum of operative possibilities in gynecology. Major points of attention are experimental surgery and basic research, details of application with respect to specific indications, and future potential. Furthermore, the clear definition of the possibilities and limitations of laser technology puts an end to the highly stylized view of a patent wonder divorced from general operative standards. Thereis no doubt that users of laser technology stand on the threshold of a promising development and yet, despite the present elegant applications, thefirst steps to maturity are only now being taken. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Breast Cancer and Gynecological Cancer Rehabilitation Adrian Cristian, 2020-09-15 Breast Cancer and Gynecological Cancer Rehabilitation, edited by Adrian Cristian, MD, MHCM, provides today's clinicians with a concise, accessible resource covering the holistic rehabilitation of breast cancer patients. Beginning with a review of epidemiology, genetics, and pathophysiology of breast cancer, it then covers clinical assessment and treatment options before providing comprehensive coverage of rehabilitation. Containing practical information, best practices, and the latest advances and research, this book is a valuable reference for physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians and residents, as well as occupational and physical therapists. - Provides a clear understanding of the current medical, surgical, and radiation treatments for breast cancer. - Covers the whole spectrum of breast cancer rehabilitation, including the role of physical and occupational therapy, treatment of anxiety and depression, pain syndromes, integrative care, nutritional rehabilitation, palliative care, and more. - Offers a timely and convenient resource written by leading experts in breast cancer and rehabilitation. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry - E-Book Robert A. Convissar, 2010-07-15 Expand your skills in the rapidly growing field of laser dentistry! Principles and Practice of Laser Dentistry uses a concise, evidence-based approach in describing protocols and procedures. Dr. Robert A. Convissar, a renowned lecturer on this subject, has assembled a diverse panel of international contributors; he’s also one of the first general dentists to use lasers in his practice. The book covers the history of lasers in dentistry and laser research, plus the use of lasers in periodontics, periodontal surgery, oral pathology, implantology, fixed and removable prosthetics, cosmetic procedures, endodontics, operative dentistry, pediatrics, orthodontics, and oral and maxillofacial surgery. Full-color images show the latest laser technology, surgical techniques, and key steps in patient treatment. Full-color photos and illustrations demonstrate surgical techniques and key teaching points. A Laser Fundamentals chapter describes the physics of lasers and the wavelengths that can produce better outcomes. Introducing Lasers into the Dental Practice chapter provides guidelines on investing in laser technology and in marketing this new procedure. Clinical Tip and Caution boxes include advice and alerts that can only be offered by a seasoned practitioner of 27 years. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Lasers in Medicine and Dentistry Zlatko Simunivic, 2000 |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Encyclopedia of Nanotechnology Bharat Bhushan, 2013-04-29 The Encyclopedia of Nanotechnology provides a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary reference to the many fields relevant to the general field of nanotechnology. It aims to be a comprehensive and genuinely international reference work and will be aimed at graduate students, researchers, and practitioners. The Encyclopedia of Nanotechnology introduces a large number of terms, devices and processes which are related to the multi-disciplinary field of Nanotechnology. For each entry in this 4 volume set a 4-10 page description is provided by an expert in the field. Contributions are made by experts from the US, Europe and Asia, making this a comprehensive and truly international Reference Work. The authors are typically from academia, however one quarter of all entries were written by persons from industry. Topics covered in the Reference Work include: - Nano- Microfabrication Processes and Materials for Fabrication - Nanoscale Measurement Techniques - Nanostructures - Nanomaterials - Nanomechanics - Molecular Modeling and Its Role in Advancing Nanotechnology - MEMS/NEMS - Microfluidics and Nanofluidics - Biomedical Engineering and Biodevices - Bio/Nanotechnology and Nanomedicine - Bio/Nanotechnology for cellular engineering - Drug Delivery – Technology and Applications - Assembly - Organic Electronics - Nano-optical Devices - Micro/nano Integration - Materials, Coatings and Surface Treatments for Nanotribology - Micro/NanoReliability – thermal, mechanical etc. - Biomimetics |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Military Advanced Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia Handbook Chester Buckenmaier, Michael Kent, Jason Brookman, Patrick Tighe, Edward Mariano, David Edwards, 2020-09-25 A longtime standard for military healthcare personnel, the second edition of Military Advanced Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia Handbook (MARAA) has been thoroughly revised and updated. Although the MARAA handbook initially gained its reputation as a useful resource for managing pain associated with battlefield trauma, its beautifully illustrated step-by-step guidance provides pertinent and practical guidance for managing vital acute pain services in all civilian and military clinical settings. Opening chapters review equipment, local anesthesia and additives, and physics of ultrasound and nerve stimulation. Much of the book is devoted to step-by-step guidance on performing various regional anesthesia nerve blocks organized by pertinent neuroanatomy, use of nerve stimulation, and use of ultrasound. The concluding group of chapters discusses organization of the acute pain service and staff, a review of multidisciplinary care, basics of pediatric regional anesthesia, first-aid acupuncture, and more. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Essays of an Information Scientist Eugene Garfield, 1990 |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Orthobiologics Giuseppe Filardo, Bert R. Mandelbaum, George F. Muschler, Scott A. Rodeo, Norimasa Nakamura, 2021-12-02 This book presents the evidence related to the use of injectable biologics to provide faster and better healing for musculoskeletal lesions and conditions. The authors discuss approaches, such as blood derivatives and cell concentrates, applied to lesions of muscles, ligaments, tendons, bones, meniscus and cartilage, as well as osteoarthritis. Chapters are written by some of the most influential opinion leaders in the field, with up-to-date review of the current literature, where the authors explore both the potential and the limitations of these minimally invasive and promising treatments. The first section is devoted to the formulations and rationale for the use of injectable orthobiologics, while the second section reviews current treatment methods applied to specific joints and pathologies – ranging from tendinopathies through non-unions to articular degenerative processes – as well as the results of these treatment approaches. The third section explores future perspectives, such as pluripotent stem cells, gene therapy, and the stimulation of intrinsic stromal cell niches. Appealing to a broad readership, this book will be of interest to both laboratory research scientists and clinicians, including orthopedists, sports physicians, physiatrists, and regenerative medicine experts. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Sciatica Solutions: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Cure of Spinal and Piriformis Problems Carol Ardman, Loren Fishman, 2007-11-17 A world-renowned clinician's practical and complete guide to understanding and alleviating neurological pain in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. Sciatica is the feeling of pain, numbness, electric shocks, or strange sensations in the seat and running down the leg. It will afflict some five million Americans this year. In easy-to-understand terms, Loren Fishman demystifies the relationship between neurological injury and sciatica, explains the most common causes, leads readers to an exact diagnosis, and outlines the options available for lasting comfort and cure. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: The Pain Management Handbook M. Eric Gershwin, 2013-04-17 Those who do not feel pain seldom think that it is felt. SAMUEL JoHNSON, The Rambler, no. 48 (September 1, 1750) Who among us has not experienced the suffering of a patient with chronic disease, who in addition to the vicissitudes of fatigue, anxiety, and frustration, must also deal with the suffering of pain? Who among us has not considered, and then reconsidered, whether a patient's complaints are worthy of a narcotic and thence worried about the social and legal implications of chronic use? Who among us has not refused pain medications to our patients for fear that use was turning into abuse? Finally, who among us would not have liked a clinical guide to a myriad of syndromes, all of which have pain as their common denominator, in the hopes of developing some strategy to prioritize treatment. Our purpose in preparing The Pain Management Handbook is to provide the informa tion needed by clinicians to develop strategies that optimize pain management. It is the goal of the editors and authors that the present handbook, above all else, will be clinically useful. Its aim is to provide practical information regarding the diagnosis and treatment of disorders causing pain, along with tables and graphics to provide the busy practitioner with rapid access to relevant data. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Laser Therapy in Veterinary Medicine Ronald J. Riegel, John C. Godbold, Jr., 2017-05-30 Laser Therapy in Veterinary Medicine: Photobiomodulation ist eine umfassendes Buch zum Einsatz therapeutischer Laser bei der Behandlung von Tieren und legt den Schwerpunkt auf praktische Informationen. - Bietet umfassende Informationen zum Einsatz von therapeutischen Lasern in der Tierarztpraxis. - Legt den Fokus auf praktische Informationen, zugeschnitten auf die Tierklinik. - Geschrieben von 37 führenden Experten im Bereich Lasertherapie für Tiere. - Vermittelt fundiertes Wissen zu diesem Therapieansatz. - Beschreibt klinische Anwendungen und stellt den Bezug zur Praxis her. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Pain and Treatment Gabor Racz, Carl E. Noe, 2014-07-10 This new edition reflects the evolution of the field including new topics for historical relevance regarding the changing attitudes towards opioid prescription and use. The book points out that the realization of liberalizing use is almost uncontrollably linked to unnecessary patient death. Similarly, the evidence is increasingly confirming that interventional pain procedures work. New evidence presents, for example, that Percutaneous Lysis of Adhesions is an effective therapeutic modality that has advantages over other options due to its cost effective nature and long term outcomes reducing the need for additional procedures including surgeries and more and more expensive medications. Awareness about the consequences of bad outcomes leads to medicolegal complications. The inevitable trigger is bad outcome which is often related to knowledge, training, experience, as well as equipment design. Some of the examples and lessons learned from the medicolegal arena may soon prevent such occurrences. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Vaginal Hysterectomy Shirish S Sheth, John Studd, 2002-09-26 In recent years advances in laparoscopic technologies have led to renewed interest in the vaginal approach to hysterectomy, which has many proven benefits for patients. This volume, dedicated to explaining and promoting the vaginal route of hysterectomy, is written and edited by an international team of experts and provides a much-needed source of up-to-date information and instruction. Importantly, the authors caution that laparoscopic technology can provide a valuable source of assistance for the gynaecological surgeon in certain circumstances, though only in a percentage of cases. This book, beautifully illustrated with line drawings and full-colour photographs, contains step-by-step surgical techniques, enabling the surgeon to gain confidence and experience so that gradually more challenging operations can be managed successfully via the vaginal route. Acknowledged authorities from around the world take the reader through the indications and contra-indications for the vaginal approach, explain crucial preoperative assessment procedures, and offer an evidence-based elucidation of the 'why', 'when' and 'how' of vaginal hysterectomy. Specific topics considered here include: the nulliparous patient, uterine fiboids, debulking, the use of gonadtrophin-releasing hormone agonists, oophorectomy and prophylactic oophorectomy, adnexectomy for adnexal pathology, genital prolapse, the place of sacrospinous colpopexy, urethral sphincter incompetence, hormone replacement therapy, and the psychological and sexual outcomes of hysterectomy. In addition, the authors set forth the arguments for and against vaginal hysterectomy, abdominal hysterectomy, laparoscopic assistance, and transcervical resection of the endometrium. Combined with a full review of the potential complications, morbidity and mortality associated with the vaginal approach, this book provides the reader with a well-balanced, thorough and considered appraisal of vaginal hysterectomy. As the incidence of hysterectomy worldwide continues to rise, Vaginal Hysterectomy will be an indespensable reference for practising gynaecologists, surgeons, consultants and postgraduates. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery H. Michael Mayer, 2006-01-26 Don’t miss it! The second, completely revised and expanded edition of the successful surgical manual on minimally invasive spine surgery includes 51 chapters (including more than 20 new chapters) covering all current minimally invasive techniques in spine surgery. A complete survey of all microsurgical and endoscopic techniques with a special focus on semi-invasive injection techniques for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes in low back pain is given. The clear chapter structure with terminology, history, surgical principles, advantages/disadvantages, indications, access principles, complications, and results facilitates navigation through the manual. Topics include the principles of microsurgical and endoscopic treatment, spinal navigation and computer-assisted surgery, minimally invasive reconstruction, fusion, dynamic stabilization in fractures, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, low back pain and deformities. The didactic presentation of surgical steps makes the reader familiar with all types of new minimally invasive techniques in clinical use or still in ongoing clinical trials such as minimally invasive spine arthroplasty. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Medical Specialty Brian S. Freeman, 2004 Provides all the information the author--a recent medical school graduate--wishes he had when choosing a medical specialty. It details each specialty's average salary, type of practice, hours worked per week, job satisfaction rankings, match statistics, and more. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Interventional Spine E-Book Curtis W. Slipman, Richard Derby, Frederick A. Simeone, Tom G. Mayer, 2007-11-19 As many as 80% of patients will suffer from back pain at some point in their lifetime. It is the most common form of disability, and the second largest cause of work absenteeism. An early, proactive management approach offers the best route to minimizing these conditions. Renowned authority Curtis W. Slipman, MD and a team of multidisciplinary authorities present you with expert guidance on today's best non-surgical management methods, equipping you with the knowledge you need to offer your patients optimal pain relief. Refresh your knowledge of the basic principles that must be understood before patients with spinal pain can be properly treated. Know what to do when first-line tests and therapies fail, using practice-proven diagnostic and therapeutic algorithms. Offer your patients a full range of non-surgical treatment options, including pharmacology, physical therapy, injection techniques, ablative procedures, and percutaneous disc decompression. Make an informed surgical referral with guidance on indications, contraindications, methods, and postoperative rehabilitation. Better understand key techniques and procedures with visual guidance from more than 500 detailed illustrations. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Essentials of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Julie K. Silver, Thomas D. Rizzo, 2008-01-01 DIAGNOSTIC STUDIES -- TREATMENT -- POTENTIAL DISEASE COMPLICATIONS -- POTENTIAL TREATMENT COMPLICATIONS -- Chapter 11. Biceps Tendinitis -- DEFINITION -- SYMPTOMS -- PHYSICAL EXAMINATION -- FUNCTIONAL LIMITATIONS -- DIAGNOSTIC STUDIES -- TREATMENT -- POTENTIAL DISEASE COMPLICATIONS -- POTENTIAL TREATMENT COMPLICATIONS -- Chapter 12. Biceps Tendon Rupture -- DEFINITION -- SYMPTOMS -- PHYSICAL EXAMINATION -- FUNCTIONAL LIMITATIONS -- DIAGNOSTIC STUDIES -- TREATMENT -- POTENTIAL DISEASE COMPLICATIONS -- POTENTIAL TREATMENT COMPLICATIONS -- Chapter 13. Glenohumeral Instability -- DEFINITIONS |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Cosmetic Acupuncture Radha Thambirajah, 2009 Cosmetic Acupuncture introduces an approach to the diagnosis and treatment of cosmetic and dermatological problems which is based on techniques grounded in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In her Preface to the book the author states that Cosmetic acupuncture is not about beauty but about health. She explains that the condition of the skin is an indicator of the internal health of the body. If our physical and emotional health are in good order and are well balanced this will be evident from the condition of our skin. Conversely if our skin has problems it may be a sign of internal or emotional disorder. The first part of the book describes the blood, energy and body fluid states of all the internal organs and explains their relevance to the diagnosis and treatment of cosmetic and dermatological problems. A separate chapter then describes in detail the acupuncture points and needling techniques which are used in the treatment of these problems. In the last part of the book the author discusses common skin and cosmetic problems and describes the specific treatments that maybe used for each and the rationale behind each choice of treatment.--BOOK JACKET. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Epiduroscopy Daniel H. Kim, Salahadin Abdi, Günter Schütze, 2017-08-30 Due to advances in spinal endoscopy, practitioners are now able to offer efficacious alternatives to open surgery to patients with low back pain, radiculopathy, and related disorders affecting the epidural space. Epiduroscopy enables surgeons to access, diagnose, and treat discogenic pain and spinal pathologies using minimally invasive techniques via direct visualization and focused intervention. Typically performed as a one-day outpatient procedure under local anesthesia, epiduroscopy provides a viable option to many patients suffering from low back pain. Starting with the history of this procedure, the authors guide the reader systematically through relevant clinical indications, radiological anatomy, the pathophysiology of spinal pain, diagnostic modalities, and the use of specialized tools. Subsequent chapters detail specific conditions and approaches, histopathologic/microbiological findings, and patient assessment and outcomes. Key Features Clinical pearls gleaned from years of hands-on experience, including preventing and managing complications. Online access to 46 step-by-step surgical videos and animations provides in-depth understanding of techniques. Nearly 600 high quality images, including procedural photos and medical illustrations delineate approaches. The use of epiduroscopy-assisted mechanical adhesiolysis, laser procedures, radiofrequency, analgesic and pharmacological therapy, ozone therapy, spinal cord stimulation, and more. This is an essential resource for trainee and practicing physicians in the fields of neurosurgery, orthopaedic surgery, pain medicine, and interventional medicine. |
| laser tech pain and back relief center: Integrative Medicine for Children May Loo, 2009 Many parents today are turning to or seeking information about Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) for their children. Whether you initiate alternative therapies or simply need to respond when asked for information or advice, it's crucial to have the most recent, evidence-based information about alternative therapies and know how to safely and effectively integrate them with conventional treatment. This innovative and reliable reference is the ideal resource to have at hand. This book includes a wide range of complementary and alternative therapies, focusing on those most often used with children: mind/body approaches, manual therapies, lifestyle approaches, alternative systems, energy medicine, and biological agents. Within these main categories, therapies such as acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, homeopathy, herbs, and magnets are covered. Fifty-five common pediatric conditions are comprehensively discussed, with diagnostic and evidence-based treatment information, followed by authoritative information on the major CAM therapies available for treatment of the condition. Whenever possible, an integrative approach that combines conventional and alternative approaches is presented.--BOOK JACKET. |
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RSEA Webinar 2025 – LASERS
Mar 26, 2025 · LASERS Executive Director Trey Boudreaux spoke at the annual RSEA Chapter Meeting webinar on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.. The presentation covered key topics …
SPRING 2025 VOLUME 36, NUMBER 1 THEBEAM
VOLUME 36, NUMBER 1 | - 5 - BOARDTHE MEMO Amy A. Mathews, 2025 Board Chair At the February Board meeting, I was honored to be elected Chair of the Board for 2025, alongside …
LASERS – LASERS Benefits Louisiana
4 days ago · LASERS administers 24 retirement plans covering over 150,000 members and their families.
Retirees – LASERS
The LASERS Board of Trustees considers the reduction or elimination of the WEP and GPO as a significant Board issue. However, any change to these offsets must be made on the federal …
Estimate My Benefit – LASERS - lasersonline.org
Calculating Your Retirement Benefit Seminar. In this 1.5 hour virtual seminar, LASERS representatives will provide an in-depth explanation of how your LASERS retirement benefit is …
Member’s Guide to Retirement – LASERS - lasersonline.org
This may be your most important LASERS resource. This guide contains detailed information about LASERS membership, the Initial Benefit Option (IBO) and Deferred Retirement Option …
LASERS Reports 14.0% Investment Return – LASERS
August 27, 2024. The Louisiana State Employees’ Retirement System (LASERS) reported a 14.0% investment return for the 12-month period that ended June 30, 2024.
Social Security Fairness Act Signed into Law – LASERS
Dec 23, 2024 · Social Security Fairness Act Signed into Law. December 23, 2024 Updated: January 6, 2025. On Sunday, January 5, President Biden signed H.R. 82, the Social Security …
Contact - LASERS
Baton Rouge Regional Office. Address: 9100 Bluebonnet Center Blvd., Suite 203 Baton Rouge, LA 70809. Phone: Local: 225.926.8082 Toll-free: 800.937.7604
myLASERS Help – LASERS
LASERS has implemented all the latest technologies to protect your data with the implementation of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).. With MFA, your password and a new second factor …
RSEA Webinar 2025 – LASERS
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SPRING 2025 VOLUME 36, NUMBER 1 THEBEAM
VOLUME 36, NUMBER 1 | - 5 - BOARDTHE MEMO Amy A. Mathews, 2025 Board Chair At the February Board meeting, I was honored to be elected Chair of the Board for 2025, alongside …
LASERS – LASERS Benefits Louisiana
4 days ago · LASERS administers 24 retirement plans covering over 150,000 members and their families.
Retirees – LASERS
The LASERS Board of Trustees considers the reduction or elimination of the WEP and GPO as a significant Board issue. However, any change to these offsets must be made on the federal …
Estimate My Benefit – LASERS - lasersonline.org
Calculating Your Retirement Benefit Seminar. In this 1.5 hour virtual seminar, LASERS representatives will provide an in-depth explanation of how your LASERS retirement benefit is …
Member’s Guide to Retirement – LASERS - lasersonline.org
This may be your most important LASERS resource. This guide contains detailed information about LASERS membership, the Initial Benefit Option (IBO) and Deferred Retirement Option …
LASERS Reports 14.0% Investment Return – LASERS
August 27, 2024. The Louisiana State Employees’ Retirement System (LASERS) reported a 14.0% investment return for the 12-month period that ended June 30, 2024.
Social Security Fairness Act Signed into Law – LASERS
Dec 23, 2024 · Social Security Fairness Act Signed into Law. December 23, 2024 Updated: January 6, 2025. On Sunday, January 5, President Biden signed H.R. 82, the Social Security …
Contact - LASERS
Baton Rouge Regional Office. Address: 9100 Bluebonnet Center Blvd., Suite 203 Baton Rouge, LA 70809. Phone: Local: 225.926.8082 Toll-free: 800.937.7604
myLASERS Help – LASERS
LASERS has implemented all the latest technologies to protect your data with the implementation of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).. With MFA, your password and a new second factor …
