A 1/4 life-size model of the male muscular system made of SOMSO-Plast. The model is carefully painted to show the topography of muscles in true anatomical perspective. Includes a key card booklet referencing 46 labeled muscles and 9 labeled bones. Removable from base. Does not dissect. Size: 20" tall. On base 21" H x 13" x 6". Somso Modelle.
$1,385.95The second edition of this definitive refernce on myofascial pain and location of trigger points features improved drawings demonstrating Dr. Travell's techniques. Set includes: Volume 1 Upper half oft eh Body, 1038 pages, and Volume 2 The Lower Extremities, 626 pages. Illustrated in black & white. Hard cover. Size 7" x 10".
ISBN 10: 0-683-30771-1 ISBN 13: 978-0-683-30771-9
You can make Smokey Sue actually smoke a cigarette by pumping her bulb mechanism. The tars from the cigarette collect in her collection tube "lungs" which may be removed and inspected for an effective lesson. Comes with 3 collection tubes and carrying case, cigarettes are not included. Size: 6" x 14" x 6-1/2".
$149.95The grossly dramatic Life/Form(R) replica of five-pounds of human fat is a shocking but strongly motivating attention-getter. Made of pliable, long-lasting vinyl plastic, the replica has a profound memorable effect when passed amongst an audience. The replica dramatically visualizes the important and motivating fact that "every extra pound of fat requires an additional mile of blood vessels." Replica represents approximate volume of real fatty tissue; weights vary.
$79.95The grossly dramatic Life/Form(R) replicas of one- and five-pounds of human fat are a shocking but strongly motivating attention-getters. Made of pliable, long-lasting vinyl plastic, the replicas have a profound memorable effect when passed amongst an audience. Each replica dramatically visualizes the important and motivating fact that "every extra pound of fat requires an additional mile of blood vessels." Replica represents approximate volume of real fatty tissue; weights vary.
$75.95Volumes 1 and 2 of Drs. Travell and Simons' Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction: The Trigger Point Manual have been hailed as the definitive references on myofascial pain and locating trigger points. Now all the upper and lower extremity pain patterns and their corresponding trigger points are clearly illustrated on convenient flip charts, ideal for patient education. 24 pages. Size: 12" x 15".
ISBN 10: 0-683-18008-8 ISBN 13: 978-0-683-18008-4
This textbook is focused on the anatomy and physiology needs of massage therapy students and practitioners. It gives extensive coverage of the major body systems- integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous -crucial for massage therapy. It also provides an overview of other body systems so students have a well-rounded understanding of anatomy and physiology. 704 pages.
ISBN 10: 0-7817-3476-2 ISBN 13: 978-0-7817-3476-9
This unique book gives health care professionals a quick reference to herbs, minerals, vitamins, amino acids, probiotics, enzymes, over-the-counter hormones and other dietary supplements commonly used by consumers. The text covers claims, indications, scientific evidence, possible benefits, adverse effects, contraindications, and drug interactions. 400 pages. 8 ½" x 11".
ISBN 10: 0-683-30273-6 ISBN 13: 978-0-683-30273-8
This video series teaches you exercises and stretches to help ease back pain and keep your back strong and healthy as well as protect it from injury. Tape 1: Low Back Remobilization and Reactivation; Tape 2: Flexibility, Breathing and Relaxation Routine; Tape 3: Low Back and Abdominals; Tape 4: Glutes and Thighs. VHS, each tape includes a guidebook. Sorry video returns cannot be accepted once the package has been opened.
$59.95This classic guide to nutrition has helped put the "balance" in balanced diets since 1937! Now completely updated for the Eighteenth Edition, this bestseller continues to supply authoritative data on the nutritional value of foods in a form for quick and easy reference. The book's main table reflects the current food supply—listing more than 8,500 common foods—and contains data on the nutritional content of foods, organized by food groups. Supplementary tables define the content of lesser known foods. Each food entry is thoroughly evaluated to include calorie content, weight, water, protein, fat, cholesterol, carbohydrate, dietary fiber and major vitamins and minerals. Brand names and the general foods that typify today's eating habits are covered; the latest information on fiber and monounsaturated fat content is addressed; and a bibliography of sources for current food composition data is provided.
ISBN 10: 0-7817-4429-6 ISBN 13: 978-0-7817-4429-4
This valuable resource is the official ACSM preparatory tool for the ACSM Certified Personal TrainerSM exam and provides coverage of fitness assessment, exercise prescription, and exercise leadership along with discussions of anatomy and physiology, injury prevention, psychology, emergency techniques, exercise leadership programs, and legal issues. It includes the fundamental knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) used to improve, maintain, and/or optimize health-related components of physical fitness and performance.
The Second Edition is now in full color and includes information on writing appropriate exercise recommendations, leading and demonstrating safe and effective methods of exercise, and motivating individuals.
Size: 8.375" x 10.875". Pages: 704
ISBN 10: 0-7817-9053-0 ISBN 13: 978-0-7817-9053-6
$55.95This richly illustrated text teaches the basic techniques of clinical massage therapy by embedding illustrations of internal structures directly into photographs of live models. Each muscle or muscle group is shown, along with surrounding structures, surface landmarks, and the therapist's hands.
Useful as a textbook of clinical massage and anatomy, this text can also be used as a practical patient communication tool. Basic clinical techniques such as compression, stripping massage, myofascial stretching and cross-fiber friction are included. Suggestions of draping options correspond to illustrations of draping techniques. Appendices include pain referral zones by region, Greek and Latin prefixes and suffixes, and a glossary of terms.
Now every copy of Basic Clinical Massage Therapy: Integrating Anatomy and Treatment comes with a DVD created by Real Bodywork.
Size: 8.5" x 11". Pages: 495.
ISBN 10: 0-7817-6307-X ISBN 13: 978-0-7817-6307-3