Author: Youlian Hong
Publisher: S. Karger AG (Switzerland)
Keywords: research, medicine, sport, science, international, art, chi, chuan, state, tai
Number of Pages: 244
Published: 2008-06-06
List price: $198.00
ISBN-10: 380558489X
ISBN-13: 9783805584890

Tai Chi Chuan was originally developed as a form of martial arts and has been used for centuries in China as a health exercise. Today, millions of people in both Eastern and Western countries and cultures are practicing Tai Chi Chuan, which has been widely accepted as an exercise form for health and fitness benefits. This unique collection of current scientific research reflects the characteristics and beneficial effects of Tai Chi Chuan in the fields of biomechanics and physiology, sensory motor control and fall prevention, psychology and social aspects, as well as in clinical application of

Author: Dennis John Caine
Publisher: S. Karger AG (Switzerland)
Keywords: sports, sport, science, medicine, injuries, pediatric, epidemiology, team
Number of Pages: 196
Published: 2005-03-31
List price: $170.00
ISBN-10: 3805578695
ISBN-13: 9783805578691

Is the risk of injury greater in some sport activities than in others? What types of injuries are most common? Are some children prone to sports injury? Are some physical, psychological, or sport-related factors associated with an increased risk of injury? Can injury be prevented and if so, how?Epidemiology of Pediatric Sport Injuriesanswers these and more questions which sports medicine personnel and coaches should be prepared to face. Focussed on team sports like Baseball, Basketball, Gridirion Football, Ice Hockey, Rugby, and Soccer, this publication integratively reviews the existing data

Authors:Guy Van Vliet, Michael Polak,
Publisher: S. Karger AG (Switzerland)
Keywords: development, endocrine, function, thyroid, gland
Number of Pages: 192
Published: 2007-08-31
List price: $188.00
ISBN-10: 380558296X
ISBN-13: 9783805582964

Author: Thomas Kohnen
Publisher: S. Karger AG (Switzerland)
Keywords: ophthalmology, developments, surgery, cataract, modern
Number of Pages: 244
Published: 2002-04
List price: $195.00
ISBN-10: 3805573642
ISBN-13: 9783805573641

New cataract removal techniques, anesthesia and viscoelastic substances, and the implantation of modern intraocular lenses are essential topics in the fast developing field of ophthalmic surgery. This publication provides a comprehensive update discussing these items thoroughly. Special emphasis is given to the management of mature cataract and phacoemulsification in the vitreous cavity. Intraocular lens calculation is highlighted by optical coherence biometry, in particular, the measurements to increase the predictability of intraocular lens implantation. Implantation techniques, incision arc

Author: Germany) Symposium on 3-D Radiation Treatment: Tec
Publisher: S. Karger AG (Switzerland)
Keywords: radiation, technological, treatment, innovations, therapy, oncology, symposium, results, three, clinical, dimensional
Number of Pages: 191
Published: 2000-10
List price: $158.25
ISBN-10: 3805569475
ISBN-13: 9783805569477

Radiation therapy is in the process of continual change, fueled by advances in computer technology, but also aided by the contributions of several disciplines such as physics, mathematics, radiological diagnostics, neurosurgery, and mechanical and electrical engineering. Based on the 3D imaging techniques CT and MRI, a complete change from the 2D consideration of the radiotherapy problem has taken place, leading to 3D treatment planning and to completely new treatment delivery systems. A 3D approach allows for a dramatic rethinking of the following central therapy issues: positioning, targetin

Authors:K. M. Woodbury-harris, B. M. Coull,
Publisher: S. Karger AG (Switzerland)
Keywords: neurology, neuroscience, frontiers, neurosciences, trials, clinical
Number of Pages: 213
Published: 2009-04-30
List price: $228.00
ISBN-10: 3805590237
ISBN-13: 9783805590235

Authors:H. D. Klenk, M. N. Matrosovich, J. Stech,
Publisher: S. Karger AG (Switzerland)
Keywords: virology, monographs, influenza, avian
Number of Pages: 292
Published: 2008-06-30
List price: $249.00
ISBN-10: 3805585012
ISBN-13: 9783805585019

Because of its high impact on both animal and human health, avian influenza has become a matter of increasing public concern and growing scientific interest within the last decade. This volume gives an overview of the most important results of these research efforts and provides information about the ecology and epidemiology of avian influenza with particular emphasis on recent H5N1 outbreaks in China, Siberia and Europe. Several articles deal with new vaccination strategies, the use of antivirals and other control measures to combat outbreaks of avian influenza.Further chapters illustrate tha