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Practical Centering
by Larkin Barnett2013 Nautilus Silver Award Winner!Practical Centering enhances physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual balance with innovative breathing techniques and empowering exercises. It provides an instant vacation in this hectic world, enabling us to elevate our energy, relax our body, strengthen our core, and quiet our mind.Physical therapist Larkin Barnett links her original techniques with the chakras-ancient, non-Western concept of the seven physical and spiritual centers in the body. The Chakra Rocking Massage she teaches is a movement meditation that awakens the chakra centers and offers a practical, user-friendly way to relax. Reminiscent of being rocked in a cradle, these repetitive, gentle motions are soothing and tension releasingMuscular tightness can begin in the mind. The root cause may be illness, surgery, accidents, abuse, emotional trauma, daily stress, poor movement habits, or even one's choice of sport or fitness. The Chakra Rocking Massage clears and opens the chakras, causing energy to move more freely throughout the body. Hence, muscular tension dissipates, and tissue health, suppleness, and posture are improved.To this key exercise, Larkin adds simplified breathing techniques drawn from both Eastern and Western traditions as well as visualizations. Likening the experience to creating a favorite meal, she provides "recipe cards" for each exercise, focusing on the ingredients of color, location, life lesson, natural elements, physical senses, emotions, and affirmations. Strengthening our mind/body connection in this way is the ultimate immune booster, improving circulation for better tissue nutrition and metabolism. The body acts like a natural pharmacy as it flushes away waste products more thoroughly.Altogether, the tools in Practical Centering can lead to a life of more vitality and ease. It's a great little book to pack in your suitcase or back pocket. The exercises take only minutes and can be done easily at home, at work, or wherever you happen to be.
Practical Centering
by Larkin BarnettPractical Centering enhances physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual balance with innovative breathing techniques and empowering exercises. It provides an instant vacation in this hectic world, enabling us to elevate our energy, relax our body, strengthen our core, and quiet our mind.Physical therapist Larkin Barnett links her original techniques with the chakras-ancient, non-Western concept of the seven physical and spiritual centers in the body. The Chakra Rocking Massage she teaches is a movement meditation that awakens the chakra centers and offers a practical, user-friendly way to relax. Reminiscent of being rocked in a cradle, these repetitive, gentle motions are soothing and tension releasing.Muscular tightness can begin in the mind. The root cause may be illness, surgery, accidents, abuse, emotional trauma, daily stress, poor movement habits, or even one's choice of sport or fitness. The Chakra Rocking Massage clears and opens the chakras, causing energy to move more freely throughout the body. Hence, muscular tension dissipates, and tissue health, suppleness, and posture are improved.To this key exercise, Larkin adds simplified breathing techniques drawn from both Eastern and Western traditions as well as visualizations. Likening the experience to creating a favorite meal, she provides "recipe cards" for each exercise, focusing on the ingredients of color, location, life lesson, natural elements, physical senses, emotions, and affirmations. Strengthening our mind/body connection in this way is the ultimate immune booster, improving circulation for better tissue nutrition and metabolism. The body acts like a natural pharmacy as it flushes away waste products more thoroughly.Altogether, the tools in Practical Centering can lead to a life of more vitality and ease. It's a great little book to pack in your suitcase or back pocket. The exercises take only minutes and can be done easily at home, at work, or wherever you happen to be.
Practical CGM: A Guide to Improving Outcomes through Continuous Glucose Monitoring
by Gary Scheiner CdeUse of real-time continuous glucose monitors among people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes is growing rapidly and should continue to grow until an artificial pancreas is brought to market. <P><P> Likewise, use of professional systems in healthcare practices is expanding. But, other than manufacturer instructional manuals and some book chapters on CGMs, there are no standalone publications available with concise, non-commercial instructions on CGM prescription and use. Additionally, continuous glucose monitors are too often not used to their full and proper potential. This leaves users with suboptimal glucose control and can result in system abandonment. <P>To address this, diabetes educator and author Gary Scheiner has created Practical CGM: Improving Patient Outcomes through Continuous Glucose Monitoring to give healthcare providers the skill to make more effective use of the data generated by continuous glucose monitors, in both real-time and on a retrospective analytic basis. Using a plain-language approach and distilling content to concise, practical tips and techniques, Scheiner has created a guide that will help practitioners optimize patient use of CGM systems and, ultimately, improve glucose control and patient health outcomes.
Practical Clinical Andrology
by Carlo Bettocchi Gian Maria Busetto Giuseppe Carrieri Luigi CormioThis open access book offers a valuable resource for understanding the correct pathways in the context of sexual disorders, couple reproduction, gender identity dysphoria, conditions for which patients commonly ask for consultation and treatment. Based on clinical evidence, international guidelines and experts experience, practical clinical management strategies are presented for each condition. Each clinical care pathway is based on updated algorithm, level of evidence, photos and video-clips that describes the clinical presentations and the best practice management through diagnostic tools and medical or surgical treatment. Leading experts from the most important center of excellence in the field of sexual medicine joined to cover the field of andrology in its entirety, each of them dealing with a single topic from the top of their recognized experience and providing a complete and update textbook that will help urologists and other physicians in their daily clinical practice. This book is thought to be a practical and valuable reference for urologists, gynecologists, endocrinologists, psychiatrics and psychologists, and residents who are not specialty trained in andrology. It is designed for both young fellows training in different specialties and coming into contact with andrological issues for the first time and also more experienced clinicians and surgeons requiring updated guidelines and clear advice on the most controversial issues. This book will represent an invaluable quick consulting tool, updated in its scientific contents and rich in tables, images and video-clips.
Practical Conscious Creation
by Jackie LapinExploring the principles of Conscious Creation-a methodology for reenergizing and reempowering one's daily experiences-this overview provides all the necessary tools for creating the life one desires. It demonstrates how to employ this powerful form of inspired thought in all actions, decisions, and routines. Filled with specific and imaginative practices, it teaches how to use the Law of Attraction with Conscious Visualization in order to proactively choose one's future, rather than merely passively waiting for something to happen. Including 70 articles that offer guidance for adapting Conscious Creation wisdom and applying it on a daily basis, this resource shows how to achieve a greater sense of empowerment and a more satisfying lifestyle.
Practical Diabetes Care
by David LevyThis new and completely revised third edition is a concise, systematic and highly practical guide to the care of patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Clinically and problem-based, it covers emergency, inpatient and ambulatory diabetes care in the hospital and community, focusing particularly on difficult, grey and contentious areas of management, and seeks to guide advanced practitioners through problems that are not always emphasised. Up to date clinical trial results have been incorporated, as well as concise discussions of lifestyle approaches to diabetes management, and it includes a new chapter on psychological problems in diabetes. It is now fully referenced with PubMed PMID numbers and all HbA1c measurements are quoted in DCCT and IFCC units. It will be valuable for foundation year and specialist trainees in general medicine, diabetes and endocrinology; community and hospital diabetes specialist nurses and nurse practitioners; hospital-based ward staff in specialist and non-diabetes-specialist departments, especially cardiology and emergency medicine; and general practice diabetes leads and general practitioners with a specialist diabetes interest. It will be equally valuable for hands-on reference use in the clinical situation, and for clinicians in hospital medicine and general practice studying for postgraduate diplomas and examinations.
A Practical Guide for Witches: Spells, Rituals, and Magic for an Enchanted Life
by Ylva Mara RadziszewskiReclaim the witch within—a hands-on guide to magical spellcasting and self-discovery Witchcraft is a vast and varied range of magical rituals and beliefs—which means refining and deepening your craft can seem overwhelming at first. A Practical Guide for Witches is a simple but comprehensive reference to guide you through using witchcraft in all aspects of your life. It's a solid foundation of knowledge and wisdom that empowers your practice to grow. Inside you'll find approachable spells, nourishing rituals, and encouraging advice that can help all witches channel their energy into everything from blessing house plants, to soothing a broken heart, lighting candles for protection, and attracting good luck. This powerful guide for witches is: Truly practical—No matter where you are on your path, this book draws on all types of witchcraft to help you tap into the enchantment of daily life. Find your roots—Explore a brief history of witches and an introduction to magical practices like manifestations, setting intentions, the phases of the moon, and building altars to the seasons. Magic for all areas of life—Use your craft to strengthen your health, happiness, relationships, career, and beyond. Awaken your power and infuse magic into everything you do with A Practical Guide for Witches.
A Practical Guide to ADA and Visual Impairment
by Elga JoffeeAn essential resource that offers an in-depth treatment of the access issues under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for people who are blind or visually impaired. This resource is ideal for businesses, architectural planners, facility planners and technical resource centers. Special sections offer tips on the meaning of the ADA and what it means for your business, the accommodations necessary when employing a blind or visually impaired person, accessibility in public areas for blind and visually impaired people, staff training, and auxiliary aids and services. Also addressed in this comprehensive tool is the ADA Accessibility Guide (ADAAG), which includes facility and signage requirements, the "Quick Guide to Getting Help on the ADA, " which provides easy reference to the appropriate government agency to contact for each aspect of the ADA, a Resource section on products, services and organizations.
Practical Guide to Chronic Pain Syndromes
by Gary W. JayClinically oriented and evidence-based, Practical Guide to Chronic Pain Syndromes supplies pain specialists, neurologists, and anesthesiologists with the latest critical advances in pain management. Key features include:Sections clearly organized by specific pain syndromes Chapters with basic structural templates for fast-referencing Two supplement
The Practical Guide to Crystal Healing: Harnessing the Power of Gemstones to Enhance Health and Well-being
by Sue Lilly Simon LillyThe ultimate handbook on the use of crystals for healing, with expert guidance on how to achieve results – this is a great addition to every crystal enthusiast’s library and a must-have for beginners.Crystals have been used as a complementary therapy to combat both physical and emotional ailments for centuries; their unique vibrational resonances able to restore balance to the body’s energy systems and enhance spiritual, mental and physical wellbeing.Alongside guidance on the most important crystals to use for specific illnesses and situations, whether it be insomnia, migraines, depression or the upheaval of moving house, crystal therapy experts Simon and Sue Lilly provide practical tips on how to use these precious stones to restore overall health and further spiritual development. Using clear, step-by-step instructions, The Practical Guide to Crystal Healing will teach you how to use crystals to: • heal the body • balance the mind • cope with change • feed the spirit • and live in harmony. Packed with tried-and-tested layouts for healing, guided visualizations and meditations, and an illustrated repertory of key crystals, this is an essential book for beginners and experienced crystal healers alike.
A Practical Guide to Hip Surgery
by M. E. HechtThis concise handbook tells you everything you need to know before you undergo hip replacement or resurfacing surgery, directly from an orthopedic surgeon who has performed countless hip surgeries and has undergone a double hip replacement herself!
Practical Guide to the Runes
by Lisa PeschelA Practical Guide to the Runes Rune Magick: A Powerful Force for Guidance, Protection, and Luck EIHWAZ the yew, URUZ the wild ox, KENAZ the hearth fire. Created by the Nordic and Germanic tribes of northern Europe, the runes began as a magickal system of pictographs representing the forces and objects in nature. This guidebook will help you discover the oracular nature of the runes and how to use them as a magickal tool for insight, protection, and luck. Practical and concise, this book includes: - Complete descriptions of the twenty-four runes of the Elder Futhark, plus WYRD, the blank rune - The differences between bindrunes and runescripts - Four rune layouts and detailed rune interpretations, including reversed position meanings - How to carve runes and create talismans - Meanings and uses of the runes in magick
A Practical Guide to Vibrational Medicine: Energy Healing and Spiritual Transformation
by Richard GerberA potent self-help guide to the profound new science of vibrational medicine.At the dawn of the twenty-first century, the old paradigms of medicine are beginning to fall apart. We no longer believe that our bodies are machines with parts that wear down, only to be braced up by drugs or replaced through surgery. Instead, a growing number of pioneering researchers embrace a new view of healing—one expounded by Dr. Richard Gerber in his groundbreaking bestseller, Vibrational Medicine.Here Dr. Gerber shows how to put this new way of thinking into practical use, describing the role of consciousness and “thought forms,” as well as the benefits of homeopathy, acupuncture, color and light healing, magnetobiology, and other therapies. A traditionally trained physician, Dr. Gerber combines scientific evidence with traditional methods from the East and West to unlock our potential for healing ourselves.“If you are ready to go on a personal search for energetic/vibrational health, this book is a must.” —C. Norman Shealy, MD, PhD, Shealy Institute for Comprehensive Health CarePreviously published as Vibrational Medicine for the 21st Century.
Practical Gynaecological Ultrasound
by Jane BatesDevoted solely to gynecological ultrasound, this book covers normal anatomy and physiology as well as pathological processes. With excellent diagrams and halftones it illustrates the key technical and diagnostic steps needed by both the trainee and established radiographer, radiologist and gynecologist, providing clear guidance on the optimum management of patients undergoing gynecological investigation by ultrasound. Key topics include: normal anatomy and physiology; pathology of the uterus, ovaries and related pelvic structures; the acute pelvis; ovarian screening; infertility; pediatric gynecological ultrasound; and management of the gynecological patient.
The Practical Handbook of Homeopathy
by Colin GriffithIncreasingly, people are turning to homeopathy and they're eager to know more about what's safe and effective. They'll find the trustworthy, comprehensive, and user-friendly advice they're seeking in this supremely practical handbook. It answers all the most frequently asked questions, explaining exactly how homeopathic remedies work, which to choose for specific ailments, and when to call a professional. A huge section is devoted to different aspects of health, starting with accidents and emergencies, and proceeding through every facet of physical and psychological care. Of special interest: a list of 50 commonly needed remedies for acute conditions that can be safely kept in the house and how to store them. With information on diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and cure, this is an invaluable addition to every home.
Practical Healthcare Epidemiology
by Ebbing Lautenbach Keith F. Woeltje Preeti N. MalaniIn recent years, issues of infection prevention and control, patient safety, and quality-of-care have become increasingly prominent in healthcare facilities. Practical Healthcare Epidemiology takes a practical, hands-on approach to these issues, addressing all aspects of infection surveillance and prevention in clear, straightforward terms. This fully revised third edition brings together the expertise of more than fifty leaders in healthcare epidemiology who provide clear, sound guidance on infection prevention and control for the full range of patients in all types of healthcare facilities, including those in settings with limited resources. A powerful resource for practitioners in any branch of medicine or public health who are involved in infection prevention and control, whether they are experienced in healthcare epidemiology or new to the field. "A handy desk reference and an up-to-date primer for trainees and experts alike" --The Journal of the American Medical Association "An essential for anyone in the field. "--Thomas R. Talbot, Chief Hospital Epidemiologist, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Practical Healthcare Epidemiology (3rd edition)
by Ebbing Lautenbach Keith Woeltje Preeti MalaniIn recent years, issues of infection prevention and control, patient safety, and quality-of-care have become increasingly prominent in healthcare facilities. Practical Healthcare Epidemiology takes a practical, hands-on approach to these issues, addressing all aspects of infection surveillance and prevention in clear, straightforward terms. This fully revised third edition brings together the expertise of more than fifty leaders in healthcare epidemiology who provide clear, sound guidance on infection prevention and control for the full range of patients in all types of healthcare facilities, including those in settings with limited resources. A powerful resource for practitioners in any branch of medicine or public health who are involved in infection prevention and control, whether they are experienced in healthcare epidemiology or new to the field. "A handy desk reference and an up-to-date primer for trainees and experts alike" --The Journal of the American Medical Association "An essential for anyone in the field. "--Thomas R. Talbot, Chief Hospital Epidemiologist, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
The Practical Herbal Medicine Handbook: Your Quick Reference Guide to Healing Herbs & Remedies
by Althea PressHarness the healing powers of herbal medicine with this handy reference guide for beginners.Learn how to grow your own herbs and make plant-based remedies with the definitive guide to herbal wellness. Thisherb remedies handbook teaches you to make your own natural medicines with over 100 DIY herbal treatments, a directory of over 44 healing herbs, and photo-illustrated step-by-step techniques.Learn to practice herbal medicine at home with this ultimate book of herbs and their uses. Inside, you'll find:A searchable index of herbs, their uses, properties, and other useful notes.Treatments for preventative care for seasonal allergies, common ailments like acid reflux, and mental health concerns like anxiety.Tips to work around common mistakes and debunk common misconceptions.Step-by-step techniques for buying, growing, and making herbal medicine.Make your own powerful herbal medicines with The Practical Herbal Medicine Handbook.
Practical Hints on Camping: An American Classic of Preparation, Shelter, Knots, Fishing, and More
by Vin T. Sparano Howard HendersonOriginally published in 1882, Practical Hints on Camping has offered readers logical and pragmatic knowledge so that they can have successful excursions in the great outdoors.This comprehensive book features hundreds of timeless tips and tricks to use when preparing for a camping trip, as well as what to do once it’s just you against the elements. Whether you want to learn how to properly gut a fish, cook over a fire, pitch a tent, boat, or tie a knot, this book provides loads of useful information and efficient techniques for campers. It also provides important survival information should an illness arise on your trip and medical care is not readily available as well as what is essential to pack to keep your load light. This book is a must-have for anyone venturing out into the wilderness.In addition to these tips, this new edition features multiple black-and-white illustrations as well as a new foreword by outdoors expert and former Editor of Outdoor Life, Vin Sparano. Pick up your copy of Practical Hints on Camping and prepare for your camping adventure with ease.
Practical Homeopathy: A Comprehensive Guide to Homeopathic Remedies and Their Acute Uses
by Vinton McCabe“McCabe’s newest work again joins philosophy and pharmacy in a practical way. . . . [An] excellent, essential text. Highly recommended.” —Library JournalFor the first time ever, glossaries of comprehensive symptoms and homeopathic remedies collected in one volume.This definitive guide is really two books in one: an introduction to the study and practice of homeopathy and a detailed reference book of symptoms and remedies. Vinton McCabe, a longtime educator of homeopathy practitioners and laypersons, begins with a brief history of the art and discusses the underlying philosophy of homeopathy as contrasted with conventional medicine.The bulk of the book is made up of well-organized, accessible sections covering such topics as symptoms for use in diagnosis, corrective measures for emergencies and other easily diagnosed complaints, and a detailed listing of sixty homeopathic remedies and their uses. Practical Homeopathy will appeal to newcomers to homeopathy as well as to enthusiasts.“An easy-to-read book that unravels the mysteries of homeopathy and makes it accessible to everyone.” —Mark Grossman, O.D., author of Magic Eye: The 3-D Guide and An Encyclopedia of Natural Vision Care“McCabe has deftly distilled the genius of homeopathy into a work which . . . may hold many keys to future planetary wellness.” —Peter D’Adamo, N.D. author of Eat Right 4 Your Type and editor emeritus of the Journal of Naturopathic Medicine“McCabe is a passionate engaging advocate, and his account of his own successful homeopathic treatment makes his case hard for even skeptics to ignore.” —Publishers Weekly
Practical Identity and Narrative Agency (Routledge Studies in Contemporary Philosophy)
by Kim Atkins Catriona MackenzieThe essays collected in this volume address a range of issues that arise when the focus of philosophical reflection on identity is shifted from metaphysical to practical and evaluative concerns. They also explore the usefulness of the notion of narrative for articulating and responding to these issues. The chapters, written by an outstanding roster of international scholars, address a range of complex philosophical issues concerning the relationship between practical and metaphysical identity, the embodied dimensions of the first-personal perspective, the kind of reflexive agency involved in the self-constitution of one’s practical identity, the relationship between practical identity and normativity, and the temporal dimensions of identity and selfhood. In addressing these issues, contributors engage with debates in the literatures on personal identity, phenomenology, moral psychology, action theory, normative ethical theory, and feminist philosophy.
Practical Insulin
by ADA American Diabetes AssociationThe third edition of Practical Insulin is a completely revised version of the popular ADA pocket reference. With information on all the currently FDA-approved insulins, this handy pocket guide gives clinicians fast, reliable information and helps with the challenges all clinicians face - choosing an insulin regimen to effectively manage blood glucose and patient resistance. This book includes data on all types of insulin, mixing insulins, and absorption rates, as well as complete action profiles of different insulins and prescription recommendations for MDI, pump therapy, and patients with type 2 diabetes.
Practical Kabbalah: A Guide to Jewish Wisdom for Everyday Life
by Laibl WolfKabbalah is an ancient Jewish wisdom that explains the laws of spiritual energy. Up until very recently the Kabbalah was reserved for the elite, those who only after years of scholarship and practice were allowed to enter this mystical realm. However, one doesn't need to devote one's life to intense study to reap the rich rewards of the Kabbalah. With just a basic understanding of a few key concepts, our lives can be enriched immensely. We can then begin to fulfill our deepest dreams and reach our most important goals, becoming the people we long to become. By learning to understand the Sefirot--the ten spiritual properties that flow from the cosmic source into our heart--we can connect to the universe and profoundly transform our experience of daily life. For example, Hessed, or "loving-kindness," represents the desire to be generous, while Gevurah is the desire to focus intently or withhold. These properties must be balanced in order for harmony and well-being to occur. Rabbi Laibl Wolf shows how to maintain that balance and enjoy a healthy and productive life by using simple meditation and creative visualization techniques to grasp the spiritual nature of our life. Practical Kabbalah draws upon ancient wisdom but offers a modern interpretation and easy-to-understand techniques for delving deeper into our selves and our world and for reaping the bounteous gifts that were always meant for us.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Practical Magic: A Beginner's Guide to Crystals, Horoscopes, Psychics, and Spells
by Nikki Van De CarPractical Magic is a charmed introduction to the wonders of modern magic and mysticism, from crystals and astrology to chakras, dream interpretation, and, of course, a few spells!Focusing on three primary areas -- healing, magic, and fortunetelling -- this books provides the perfect primer for sophisticated dabblers, with inviting text and spell-binding illustrations. Clear introductions on trending topics, like herbal tonics and astrological charts, are paired with home remedies, hands-on instructions, and suggested rituals in a chic, stylish format that will capture the imaginations of good witches of all ages.
Practical Magic for Beginners: Exercises, Rituals, and Spells for the New Mystic
by Maggie HasemanStart your journey to a more magical life with this practical guide to witchcraft for beginnersFor those new to witchcraft, Practical Magic for Beginners is the ideal book to help provide a clear introduction to everyday rituals and spellcasting. Practical Magic for Beginners serves as an extensive resource for all new mystics, regardless of belief system, with instructions on dozens of entry-level practices, herbal remedies, spells, and more.Discover how easy it is to bring magic into your life with:Magic 101—Explore beginner-friendly facets of practical magic, like auras, crystals, divination, and more.Intuitive organization—Each type of magic has its own section, making it easy to find the instruction or rituals you seek and learn at your own pace.Real-world application—Learn how you can apply these tools and techniques to various parts of your life.Don't miss out on this invaluable volume of practical magic guidance and spellcraft, perfect for the new witchcraft practitioner.