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BMI and Waist Circumference chart is an essential tool for primary care professionals and anyone involved in wellness and weight counseling. With this tool, it's easy to find the patient's Body Mass Index (BMI) score based on their height and weight and to discover if the patient has a high-risk waistline.The chart provides:A definition of BMIEnglish and Metric formulas for BMILimitations of BMITable of classifications of BMI scores, from Underweight to Extreme ObesityInformation and direction to discover if a patient has a high-risk waist circumference. The Waist Circumference measure is useful in assessing risk for adults who are normal or overweight according to the BMI table.Made in the USA.Available in the following versions : 20" x 26" heavy paper laminated with grommets at top corners ISBN 978078177227320" x 26" heavy paper ISBN 9780781772266

With updated images and text and improved design elements, this new edition of our Heart Disease chart provides an easy-to-understand overview of the important anatomical aspects of heart disease.The progression of heart disease in atherosclerosis is shown in three stages, each with an anatomical image of the surface or cross-section of the heart, a cross-section of an artery, and a cross-section of the heart wall. The stages show how a narrowed artery leads to ischemia; how a blocked artery leads to a myocardial infarction (heart attack); and show the recovery period with collateral blood supply.The chart also shows heart disease in hypertension which can lead to hypertrophy and dilation of the left ventricle. Congestive heart failure, mitral valve prolapse, and the effects of aging on the heart are also illustrated and described.For comparison, the chart also contains illustrations of normal heart anatomy, including anterior surface and cross-sections of the heart, the systems coronary arteries on the heart, and a cross-section of a normal coronary artery.Available in English and SpanishMade in the USA.Available in the following versions : 20" x 26" heavy paper laminated with grommets at top corners ISBN 978078177338620" x 26" heavy paper ISBN 978078177337920" x 26" heavy paper laminated with grommets at top corners Spanish ISBN 978078178219720" x 26" heavy paper Spanish ISBN 9780781782180

Common Gynecological Disorders chart is an excellent tool to help physicians, nurse practitioners, and nurses explain common gynecological diseases to patients. Organized by main presenting symptom, such as abnormal vaginal bleeding, abnormal vaginal discharge, and regional pain, the chart covers the most common gynecological disorders. Each topic has a simple, brief textual explanation and an easy to understand image.The chart defines normal and abnormal menstrual cycles and illustrates female reproductive anatomy. Grouped by main symptom, the disorders covered include:FibroidsPolypsCervical lesionsEndometrial hyperplasiaVon Willebrand's DiseasePolycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)Vaginal and uterine atrophyEating disorders and extreme exerciseMedicationsHormonal imbalancesAsherman's syndromeProlactinomaOvarian cystsPelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) and pelvic adhesionsEndometriosisAdenomyosisCandidiasis (yeast infection)Bacterial vaginitisTrichomoniasis vaginitisChlamydia and gonorrheaMade in the USA.Available in the following versions : 20" x 26" heavy paper laminated with grommets at top corners ISBN 978078177351520" x 26" heavy paper ISBN 9780781773508

Perfect for students and patients, this easy-to-understand chart covering Prenatal Development provides a visual overview of prenatal development from fertilization through the third trimester of development. The chart shows and describes the fertilization and implantation process; provides illustrations of the developing embryo and fetus for each period of time; lists average length (in inches and centimeters) during those time periods; and notes some key milestones such as when the baby begins kicking and when women begin to "show."This chart also graphically represents time periods of sensitivity for major and minor birth defects for the central nervous system and key organs and structures. At the bottom of the chart you will find a key message in regard to the importance of the mother's health to the baby's health, counseling expectant mothers to eat health foods, take folic acid, exercise wisely, and stay away from harmful substances.Made in USAAvailable in the following versions:20" x 26" heavy weight paper laminated with grommets at top corners ISBN 978078178227220" x 26" heavy weight paper ISBN 9780781782265

Understanding Low Back Pain chart uses low back pain guidelines from the American Pain Society (APS) and the American College of Physicians (ACP) as a key reference, this visual and textual overview of the condition explains:Types of low back painCauses and risk factorsSigns and symptomsTreatment and managementPrevention techniquesThis chart illustrates:A human figure (posterior view) with pain radiating into the leg and numbness and tingling in the legSagittal view of lower spine with: tumor of the spinal cord, bone spur impinging on spinal nerves, compression fractures and herniated disc impinging on spinal nerveAnterior view of the lower spine and pelvis showing tumors, infections, degenerative diseases, ankylosing spondylitis, sacroiliitis, arthritis, and intrapelvic massCorrect postures and techniques to avoid low back painMade in USAAvailable in the following versions:20" x 26" heavy weight paper laminated with grommets at top corners ISBN 978078178243220" x 26" heavy weight paper ISBN 9780781782425

The Second Edition Understanding Alzheimer's Disease defines Alzheimer's disease and discusses the aging brain, dementia, and diagnosing Alzheimer's disease. It lists risk factors, describes the three main stages of Alzheimer's disease, and provides key management techniques for both patients and their families and caregivers.The chart illustrates and discusses the areas of the brain affected by the disease.Explains and shows a close up view of amyloid plaques (also called senile plaques)Describes and illustrates the following:physical changes to the cerebral cortexabnormal cellular structures involved (granulovacuolar degeneration and neurofibrillary tangles)normal neuron and how Alzheimer's disease destroys the way neurons "talk" to each other.Made in USAAvailable in the following versions:20" x 26" heavy weight paper laminated with grommets at top corners ISBN 978078178634820" x 26" heavy weight paper ISBN 9780781786331

Developed in conjunction with a health practitioner and professor of anatomy, Joints of the Lower Extremities Anatomical Chart is designed to provide anatomical layered views that allow practitioners to explain health conditions and injuries to their patients and clients. Chiropractors, massage therapists, orthopedists, and general practitioners will find the images valuable in the communication process.Images show key bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and arteries:Posterior HipAnterior Hip and ThighPosterior KneeAnterior KneeMedial KneeLateral KneeMedial Ankle and FootLateral Ankle and Footmade in USAAvailable in the following versions20" x 26" heavy paper laminated with grommets at top corners ISBN 978078178663820" x 26" heavy paper ISBN 9780781786607

Anatomy and Injuries of the Spine Anatomical Chart includes normal anatomy of the spine and common injuries. This chart focuses on injuries rather than disorders and includes fractures, herniated disc, and spinal cord injury.Clearly labeled full color illustrations show nomal spine anatomy and a cross-section view of a vertebra. Also included are anterior and posterior depictions of the Dematome map. The following injuries are shown with clearly labeled illustrations:HyperextensionHyperflexionBurner/StingerSpondylolisthesis with cord injuryDislocation of thoracic vertebraBurst FractureCompression FractureSpondylolysisBurst fracture of thoracic vertebraHerniated discMade in the USA.Available in the following versions : 20" x 26" heavy paper laminated with grommets at top corners ISBN 978078178667620" x 26" heavy paper ISBN 9780781786669

A detailed chart showing normal anatomy of the head and neck as well as common injuries. Each illustration is clearly drawn and labeled. Anatomy and Injuries of the Head and Neck illustrates the following normal anatomy:3/4 view of the head, neck and face showing the muscles, nerves, blood supply.Lateral view of the skeleton of the neck showing the base of the skull, and cartilage of the neck Anatomy and Injuries of the Head and Neck illustrates the following common injuries:Head injuries: Basic concussionCoup Countra Coup ConcussionsEpidural HematomaSubdural HematomaStrokeOrbital, Nasal and Mandibular Fractures: bridge of nose fracture, left zygomaticofrontal suture fracture, fracture of the orbital floor, left zygomatic arch fracture, inferior orbital fracture, fracture of mandibular symphysis, fracture if mandibular body.Neck Injuries: hyperflexion, hyperextension, muscle injury, ligament damage, spinal cord injury, spinal stenosis Made in the USA.Available in the following versions : 20" x 26" heavy paper laminated with grommets at top corners 20" x 26" heavy paper