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The Remarkable True Story of a Quadruple Amputee

by Cyndi Desjardins Wilkens ...

“Honey, you’ve been very ill and they’ve had to amputate…” His voice cracked. I searched his face, looking for some kind of clue to tell me why I sensed so much pain from him and in me. “…Your hands and feet.”Cyndi tried to grasp the new reality that flesh-eating disease had changed her life forever. Her recent memories of being a successful business manager and new mom seemed oceans away.It just ... Read more

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“Honey, you’ve been very ill and they’ve had to amputate…” His voice cracked. I searched his face, looking for some kind of clue to tell me why I sensed so much pain from him and in me. “…Your hands and feet.”Cyndi tried to grasp the new reality that flesh-eating disease had changed her life forever. Her recent memories of being a successful business manager and new mom seemed oceans away.It just
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Knee Replacement Surgery, A Simple Guide To The Procedure And Related Conditions

by Kenneth Kee ...

Knee replacement is a surgical intervention that reduces pain and enhances the quality of life in many patients with serious arthritis of the knees.Normally patients go through this surgery after non-operative treatments (such as activity modification medicines, knee injections or walking with a cane) have been unsuccessful to provide relief of arthritic symptoms.Surgeons have done knee ... Read more

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Knee replacement is a surgical intervention that reduces pain and enhances the quality of life in many patients with serious arthritis of the knees.Normally patients go through this surgery after non-operative treatments (such as activity modification medicines, knee injections or walking with a cane) have been unsuccessful to provide relief of arthritic symptoms.Surgeons have done knee
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RiRa Ruckus

by Mike Bozart ...

The author (Agent 33) goes to the official Liverpool FC bar in uptown Charlotte for the Europa League match with Villarreal (at Anfield). After the game, he heads downstairs and finds an open seat at the bar, as a Cinco de Mayo party commences. The man to his right helps supply a nice 'replacement' conversation.Another tale in the psecret psociety pshort pstory pseries.Approx. 2,000 words. ... Read more

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The author (Agent 33) goes to the official Liverpool FC bar in uptown Charlotte for the Europa League match with Villarreal (at Anfield). After the game, he heads downstairs and finds an open seat at the bar, as a Cinco de Mayo party commences. The man to his right helps supply a nice 'replacement' conversation.Another tale in the psecret psociety pshort pstory pseries.Approx. 2,000 words.
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Artificial Parts, Practical Lives

Modern Histories of Prosthetics

Edited by Katherine Ott, David Serlin, Stephen Mihm ...

From the wooden teeth of George Washington to the Bly prosthesis, popular in the 1860s and boasting easy uniform motions of the limb, to today's lifelike approximations, prosthetic devices reveal the extent to which the evolution and design of technologies of the body are intertwined with both the practical and subjective needs of human beings.The peculiar history of prosthetic devices sheds light ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

From the wooden teeth of George Washington to the Bly prosthesis, popular in the 1860s and boasting easy uniform motions of the limb, to today's lifelike approximations, prosthetic devices reveal the extent to which the evolution and design of technologies of the body are intertwined with both the practical and subjective needs of human beings.The peculiar history of prosthetic devices sheds light
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Psoriasis Diet

Treating And Healing Psoriatic Arthritis Naturally

by Rebecca W. McGary ...

The outbreaks of Psoriasis are just in patches. These patches due to Psoriasis are called psoriatic plaques. Psoriatic plaques are patches of skin where the skin is becoming inflamed, and there has been a lot of skin production. The skin produced by your body accumulates at these patches and includes a white appearance. The patches commonly occur on your skin around elbows and legs. However, a lot ... Read more

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The outbreaks of Psoriasis are just in patches. These patches due to Psoriasis are called psoriatic plaques. Psoriatic plaques are patches of skin where the skin is becoming inflamed, and there has been a lot of skin production. The skin produced by your body accumulates at these patches and includes a white appearance. The patches commonly occur on your skin around elbows and legs. However, a lot
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The 30-Minute Mediterranean Cookbook (WEIGHT LOSS) 2024

150+ Simplified and Flavored Recipes to Efficiently Lose Weight, End Obesity and live Healthy

by Jesus Holman, MS, RDN ...

Discover how easy it is to adopt a Mediterranean diet.!!! The Complete 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook 2024Full-color version with stunning photos of each recipeWelcome to The Complete 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook 2024, where the timeless appeal of Mediterranean cuisine meets the needs of modern diets. Enjoy healthy home-cooked meals every night, courtesy of The Complete 30-Minute ... Read more

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Discover how easy it is to adopt a Mediterranean diet.!!! The Complete 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook 2024Full-color version with stunning photos of each recipeWelcome to The Complete 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook 2024, where the timeless appeal of Mediterranean cuisine meets the needs of modern diets. Enjoy healthy home-cooked meals every night, courtesy of The Complete 30-Minute
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Fundamentals of Amputation Care and Prosthetics

by Douglas Murphy, MD, Douglas Murphy, MD ...

Written by experienced physiatrists, prosthetists, and therapists, this book provides an introduction to the field of amputee care and prosthetics. Dedicated chapters guide you through prescription of prostheses for the various levels and types of amputations in both the lower and upper extremity and address recent advances in functionality and safety. Pre- and post-operative care, prosthetic ... Read more

$63.99 CAD

Written by experienced physiatrists, prosthetists, and therapists, this book provides an introduction to the field of amputee care and prosthetics. Dedicated chapters guide you through prescription of prostheses for the various levels and types of amputations in both the lower and upper extremity and address recent advances in functionality and safety. Pre- and post-operative care, prosthetic
... Read more
Overcoming Depression

Hidden Secrets On How To Combat Depression

by James J. Riley ...

Depression is a state of mind disorder that has something to do with persistent and extreme feeling of sadness, low state of mind, and loss of curiosity. It is with the capacity of causing you to feel worthless. The condition produces negative effects on how you think, take action, and experience - your response to our life generally. It generally makes actions that you loved participating in ... Read more

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Depression is a state of mind disorder that has something to do with persistent and extreme feeling of sadness, low state of mind, and loss of curiosity. It is with the capacity of causing you to feel worthless. The condition produces negative effects on how you think, take action, and experience - your response to our life generally. It generally makes actions that you loved participating in
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Atlas Of Ankle Replacements, The

by Andrew J Goldberg Obe, Paul H Cooke ...

The future of ankle replacements will be governed by careful patient selection, meticulous surgical technique, and appropriate prospective follow up and reporting as well as the introduction and collaboration of joint replacement registers. There is a large uptrend in the use of ankle replacements and a need for authoritative publications that can be used as a reference internationally.The Atlas ... Read more

$67.39 CAD

The future of ankle replacements will be governed by careful patient selection, meticulous surgical technique, and appropriate prospective follow up and reporting as well as the introduction and collaboration of joint replacement registers. There is a large uptrend in the use of ankle replacements and a need for authoritative publications that can be used as a reference internationally.The Atlas
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Bio-Implant Interface

Improving Biomaterials and Tissue Reactions

by J.E. Ellingsen, S.P. Lyngstadaas ...

Achieving good clinical outcomes with implanted biomaterials depends upon achieving optimal function, both mechanical and biological, which in turn depends upon integrating advances realized in biological science, material science, and tissue engineering. As these advances push back the frontiers of biomaterial medicine , the control and patterning ... Read more

$128.92 CAD

Achieving good clinical outcomes with implanted biomaterials depends upon achieving optimal function, both mechanical and biological, which in turn depends upon integrating advances realized in biological science, material science, and tissue engineering. As these advances push back the frontiers of biomaterial medicine , the control and patterning
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A History of Knowledge and Production in Powered Prosthetic Arms

by David Foord ...

This book presents a narrative and social science history of the powered upper-limb prosthesis. It examines how research, innovation and design changed in the prosthetics industry from 1945 to the present.A History of Knowledge and Production in Powered Prosthetic Arms opens with a history of artificial upper-limb making from ancient Egypt to 1945. It surveys the transition from early modern iron ... Read more

$172.35 CAD

This book presents a narrative and social science history of the powered upper-limb prosthesis. It examines how research, innovation and design changed in the prosthetics industry from 1945 to the present.A History of Knowledge and Production in Powered Prosthetic Arms opens with a history of artificial upper-limb making from ancient Egypt to 1945. It surveys the transition from early modern iron
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Additive Manufacturing for Biomedical Implants and Prosthetics

Edited by Pawan Kumar Rakesh, Pravin Kumar ...

Series series Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing
This book explains usage of additive manufacturing (AM) for the printing of biomedical implants and prosthetics. It elaborates on the basics of printing biomedical implants and prosthetics, including necessity, printing processes, materials, and standards followed by discussion of involved technologies, design and optimization, and post-processing. It further highlights patient response and risks ... Read more

$100.42 CAD

This book explains usage of additive manufacturing (AM) for the printing of biomedical implants and prosthetics. It elaborates on the basics of printing biomedical implants and prosthetics, including necessity, printing processes, materials, and standards followed by discussion of involved technologies, design and optimization, and post-processing. It further highlights patient response and risks
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Scoliosi - Risolvere senza tutori e senza medicine

by Gustavo Guglielmotti ...

Se una cosa è certa, è che le ossa non hanno la capacità di spostarsi da soli. La scoliosi è una conseguenza della tensione muscolare che si verifica nell'addome e nella schiena. Queste contrazioni non si generano a caso o per eredità genetica ma per un modo sbagliato di stare in piedi e di appoggiare i piedi quando camminiamo. Il libro spiega dettagliatamente come si deve camminare per eliminare ... Read more

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Se una cosa è certa, è che le ossa non hanno la capacità di spostarsi da soli. La scoliosi è una conseguenza della tensione muscolare che si verifica nell'addome e nella schiena. Queste contrazioni non si generano a caso o per eredità genetica ma per un modo sbagliato di stare in piedi e di appoggiare i piedi quando camminiamo. Il libro spiega dettagliatamente come si deve camminare per eliminare
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Rethinking modern prostheses in Anglo-American commodity cultures, 1820–1939

Edited by Claire L. Jones ...

This book explores the development of modern transatlantic prosthetic industries in nineteenth and twentieth centuries and reveals how the co-alignment of medicine, industrial capitalism, and social norms shaped diverse lived experiences of prosthetic technologies and in turn, disability identities.Through case studies that focus on hearing aids, artificial tympanums, amplified telephones, ... Read more

$141.19 CAD

This book explores the development of modern transatlantic prosthetic industries in nineteenth and twentieth centuries and reveals how the co-alignment of medicine, industrial capitalism, and social norms shaped diverse lived experiences of prosthetic technologies and in turn, disability identities.Through case studies that focus on hearing aids, artificial tympanums, amplified telephones,
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Sex is a Gift

Relief yourself of Sexual Infirmity and Stiffness. Natural cure to Erectile Dysfunction, Female Sexual Arousal Disorder and Premature Ejaculation.

by Joyce Leiter ...

Sex is the most lovely thing given by God to individuals. It is significant sustenance for our body and psyche, for all to appreciate.Sex is devout, not a wrongdoing. We get life through sex. Sex is sacrosanct. The virility of a man is an uprightness whenever utilized in the correct way, and turns into a bad habit whenever abused.Sex has recuperating powers. One could even say that a decent sex a ... Read more

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Sex is the most lovely thing given by God to individuals. It is significant sustenance for our body and psyche, for all to appreciate.Sex is devout, not a wrongdoing. We get life through sex. Sex is sacrosanct. The virility of a man is an uprightness whenever utilized in the correct way, and turns into a bad habit whenever abused.Sex has recuperating powers. One could even say that a decent sex a
... Read more
Advances in Therapeutic Engineering

Edited by Wenwei Yu, Subhagata Chattopadhyay, Teik-Cheng Lim, U. Rajendra Acharya ...

Therapeutic Engineering (TE) is a cutting-edge domain in today's era of medical technology research. Through engineering algorithms that provide technological solutions, it aims to elevate the quality of life of disabled individuals. Advances in Therapeutic Engineering describes various therapeutic processes and mechanisms currently applied to the ... Read more

$122.14 CAD

Therapeutic Engineering (TE) is a cutting-edge domain in today's era of medical technology research. Through engineering algorithms that provide technological solutions, it aims to elevate the quality of life of disabled individuals. Advances in Therapeutic Engineering describes various therapeutic processes and mechanisms currently applied to the
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Transformer la vie des patients atteints d'insuffisance rénale grâce aux avancées récentes en matière de greffes de reins

Comprendre les différents types de greffes de reins et les avancées récentes pour soigner l'insuffisance rénale

by YVES SITBON ...

Découvrez tout ce que vous devez savoir sur les greffes de reins - des différents types de greffes disponibles aux avantages et risques, en passant par la préparation, l'opération et les soins postopératoires. Apprenez également les dernières avancées dans le domaine et les perspectives d'avenir pour les patients atteints d'insuffisance rénale.Découvrez comment les greffes de reins peuvent offrir ... Read more

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Découvrez tout ce que vous devez savoir sur les greffes de reins - des différents types de greffes disponibles aux avantages et risques, en passant par la préparation, l'opération et les soins postopératoires. Apprenez également les dernières avancées dans le domaine et les perspectives d'avenir pour les patients atteints d'insuffisance rénale.Découvrez comment les greffes de reins peuvent offrir
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Service Dogs: Training Methods for Exceptional Canine Companions

Unleashing Excellence With Advanced Step-by-step Techniques for an Obedient Service Dog

by Bruce Ortega ...

This tutorial emphasizes practical use, in contrast to more technical texts. Practical training techniques, psychological insights into dog behavior, and straightforward solutions to typical problems like inconsistency, distractions, regression, and lack of attention are all included. Every chapter is intended to assist you in making decisions based on clarity rather than speculation. Additionally ... Read more

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This tutorial emphasizes practical use, in contrast to more technical texts. Practical training techniques, psychological insights into dog behavior, and straightforward solutions to typical problems like inconsistency, distractions, regression, and lack of attention are all included. Every chapter is intended to assist you in making decisions based on clarity rather than speculation. Additionally
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Eyes of Glass

by Dr. Eleanor Vance ...

Are you fascinated by the hidden histories where art and science intertwine to restore human dignity? In "Eyes of Glass," Dr. Eleanor Vance invites you on an extraordinary journey through centuries of innovation, revealing the forgotten world of ocular prosthetics and the visionary artisans who brought sight back to the sightless.From the mysterious "Veiled Eye" of ancient civilizations to the ... Read more

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Are you fascinated by the hidden histories where art and science intertwine to restore human dignity? In "Eyes of Glass," Dr. Eleanor Vance invites you on an extraordinary journey through centuries of innovation, revealing the forgotten world of ocular prosthetics and the visionary artisans who brought sight back to the sightless.From the mysterious "Veiled Eye" of ancient civilizations to the
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Complete Mediterranean Cookbook

The Complete ATK Cookbook Simplified with Essential kitchen-tested and approved recipes for healthy living and delicious meals every day.

by Thelma Jackson ...

The long-awaited debut cookbook from the creators of The Mediterranean Diet Principles. Over 120 recipes for colorful, flavorful dishes inspired by the Mediterranean diet.Bestselling Modern Classic - America’s Kitchen’s Essential Guide to the Life-Changing Mediterranean Diet. `I want to cook everything in this book! It's not just beautiful. The recipes are fresh and exciting.” – Thelma Jackson,The ... Read more

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The long-awaited debut cookbook from the creators of The Mediterranean Diet Principles. Over 120 recipes for colorful, flavorful dishes inspired by the Mediterranean diet.Bestselling Modern Classic - America’s Kitchen’s Essential Guide to the Life-Changing Mediterranean Diet. `I want to cook everything in this book! It's not just beautiful. The recipes are fresh and exciting.” – Thelma Jackson,The
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Magnesium and Its Alloys as Implant Materials

Corrosion, Mechanical and Biological Performances

by Mirco Peron, Filippo Berto, Jan Torgersen ...

Despite their tremendous potential, Mg and its alloys are not yet used in biomedical applications. This book aims to provide scientific insights into the challenges of the materials, and give an overview of the research regarding their mechanical properties, corrosion behaviour and biological performances. The authors intend to put the reader into the position to accurate discern the proper Mg ... Read more

$96.35 CAD

Despite their tremendous potential, Mg and its alloys are not yet used in biomedical applications. This book aims to provide scientific insights into the challenges of the materials, and give an overview of the research regarding their mechanical properties, corrosion behaviour and biological performances. The authors intend to put the reader into the position to accurate discern the proper Mg
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Más allá del ojo

Beyond the eye

by Sergio D. Ozán ...

Este libro sintetiza A lo largo de mi vasta carrera como protesista y ocularista me he nutrido de experiencias de profesionales, de pacientes y de investigación. Este libro reúne todos estos conocimientos e investigaciones para contribuir aún más a la excelencia de la profesión de ocularista. En este trabajo hago referencia a todos los puntos necesarios a considerar en la adaptación de prótesis ... Read more

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Este libro sintetiza A lo largo de mi vasta carrera como protesista y ocularista me he nutrido de experiencias de profesionales, de pacientes y de investigación. Este libro reúne todos estos conocimientos e investigaciones para contribuir aún más a la excelencia de la profesión de ocularista. En este trabajo hago referencia a todos los puntos necesarios a considerar en la adaptación de prótesis
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Glasses

by Adam Geczy ...

Series series Object Lessons
Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things.Glasses are among the oldest and most commonplace prosthetics we have invented. But what does it mean to wear glasses? There is more to the answer than correcting vision. Glasses alter, enhance, and shield the way that we view the world, and the way the world sees us.Everyone has encounters ... Read more

$15.79 CAD

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Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things.Glasses are among the oldest and most commonplace prosthetics we have invented. But what does it mean to wear glasses? There is more to the answer than correcting vision. Glasses alter, enhance, and shield the way that we view the world, and the way the world sees us.Everyone has encounters
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Para Brillar

Una asombrosa historia real de una amputada cuádruple

by Desjardins Wilkens, Cyndi ...

“Amor, has estado muy enferma y tuvieron que amputarte… tus manos y pies” Su voz se quebró. Busqué alguna explicación en su cara, quería identificar alguna señal para entender por qué sentía tanto dolor por él y por mí. “….”Cyndi intentó absorber la nueva realidad de que una enfermedad infecciosa en la piel había cambiado su vida para siempre. Su más reciente recuerdo era el haber sido una gerente ... Read more

$8.69 CAD

“Amor, has estado muy enferma y tuvieron que amputarte… tus manos y pies” Su voz se quebró. Busqué alguna explicación en su cara, quería identificar alguna señal para entender por qué sentía tanto dolor por él y por mí. “….”Cyndi intentó absorber la nueva realidad de que una enfermedad infecciosa en la piel había cambiado su vida para siempre. Su más reciente recuerdo era el haber sido una gerente
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