Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Pocketpedia

Book Description

The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Pocketpedia is a pocket-sized, quick-reference tool for the busy resident or clinician. It contains charts, tables, diagrams, and illustrations that present key facts and points essential for day-to-day patient care. The book was prepared and field-tested by residents in the PM&R department at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, who know from experience what information clinicians need to have at their fingertips. Coverage encompasses all disorders, diagnostic tests, and treatment modalities and includes a pharmacopeia. The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Pocketpedia is also available electronically for handheld computers. See Media listing for details.

Customer Reviews:

Concise to the extreme.......2006-10-18

There are a few reasons to get this book:
1) You are a medical student and have many rotations and limited money and do not know if you are going in to PM&R yet.
2) You are a resident and need to have a small book that will fit in your pocket. You can read a few pages while waiting for your attending to get off the phone or back from coffee :)
3) You are an attending who tends to focus in one area and needs a refresher in another area of rehab.
4) You are a PT, OT, PA, nurse, or advanced practice nurse who wants to review more information in a affordable book with a concise format.

The book is really small (and so is the printing). I have carried this book pretty much since my PGY-4 year. I have probably read it 10 times by now in 1-2 page bursts. It fits in my pocket about as well as my PDA.

A book this abbreviated is very difficult to use as a PRIMARY study guide. There are significant areas not discussed. However, the material that is covered is very well abstracted from longer books and articles. It reads like someone took great notes from different sources and bound them together. Additionally, there are several good tables in the book that I refer to regularly.

Overall, this book has helped me tremendously as a resident and I have been recommending it for years. A few people get disgruntled that it is so abbreviated, but they still carry it in their pocket!

Excellent.......2006-08-09

With so much information in such a small package, you really can't go wrong. I carry this and Essential Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation around with me. While EPMR has more text, Choi's book is great for quickest access to what you need the most. My only complaint is that some important info seems to have been left out. But, then, it is a small review book...so you can't have everything. Overall, this book is definitely worth getting.

superb book, great for boards, text small.......2006-06-30

A lot of people i know crammed for either or both the written and oral Rehab boards using this book, and they said it definitely packs the most punch for the time and money. It is well written, acurate (very evidence-based and highly referenced). It contain so much info packed into a concise package, so maybe the text could be a little too small for some older docs or someone with bad near-vision. It's not meant for reading for too long due to eye strain, but maybe a chapter or 2 at a time over 10-15 minutes while on call. The book is mostly focused for residents and fellows, but I imagine could be useful as a quick pocket reference for attendings as well. A must for those working in rehab, but not formally trained as a physiatrist as well, such as NPs, PAs, PTs, etc. Hopefully this book will be updated in the next few years. While it is up to date for the date of publication (2003), containing lots of references from the 2000's, it would be great for the next generation of residents to have a book with refs from the 2003-2006 (or later) era as well, since evidence-based information is now at such a premium.

Many important topics not discussed.......2006-04-29

This is supposed to be a concise book, but it sadly does not tackle the most practical aspects that are needed for front-liners.
Example: when talk on amputee, prefers to talk on amputee gait instead of practical things like how to improve stump, how to deal with troubles with doning or doffing
Example: when talk about SCI, not even mention let alone discuss very important topics like bowel problems & sexual problems these young patients have
Example: when talk about pain, not even touch upon the topic of centralization, let alone discussing how to treat. The discussion on CRPS not up-to-date
Poor Buy, good alone for junior medical students

Best book on PM&R dollar for dollar.......2005-02-10

I have been using the preliminary Silver edition of Choi et al's PM&R Pocketpedia for over 3 years now and I still refer to this book daily in my clinical duties. The published version improves on the Silver edition and provides concise, quick reference for everyday PM&R needs. I would say that this book changed my life, since I carry the Silver edition everywhere and anywhere--I had it with me during my honeymoon. I dare anyone to carry Braddom or DeLisa with them. The only drawback to the published edition over the Silver preliminary version is its size--the Black cover version simply does not fit into my shirt pocket. Desite this, PM&R Pocketpedia is by far the best $25 I have spent in my brief career as a PM&R doc. I expect that this will be one in a series of PM&R-related Pocketpedia.

Manual of Fish Health: Everything You Need to Know About Aquarium Fish, Their Environment and Disease Prevention

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Neat but can be better
If you have fish this book is a MUST HAVE
a MUST have for any budding or old hat Aquarist
For those who keep fish as pets
All aspects of health care for all types of fishes

Manual of Fish Health: Everything You Need to Know About Aquarium Fish, Their Environment and Disease Prevention
Chris Andrews , Adrian Exell , and Neville Carrington
Manufacturer: Firefly Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1552978249

Book Description

A comprehensive guide for fish hobbyists.

A healthy environment is crucial for all aquariums. It is often a challenge to understand what fish need to survive apart from a tank of water and a daily sprinkle of fish food.

The Manual of Fish Health is a fully illustrated and highly informative guide covering:

Maintaining a healthy aquatic environment
Recognizing and coping with pests, diseases, parasites and bacteria
Water chemistry and how to achieve the correct balance for your fish

This book explores vital aspects of health care for all types of fish including freshwater and saltwater, tropical and temperate, and pond and aquarium.

The clear and concise text is abundantly illustrated with underwater photography, charts, and diagrams.

Customer Reviews:

Neat but can be better.......2006-03-21

I bought this book based on the great reviews here, and have not been disappointed. That said, there are a few deficiencies that drove me back to the web for more information and hence this review.

There is very little information about contemporary brands and their products that can be used to treat fish diseases. Using the book, one can easily diagnose pop-eye (which I was combating in my prize altum angels). But the suggestions are not terribly helpful in finding the right product to treat this affliction. For example, there are 3 or more different drugs under the Mardel brand that all claim to treat pop-eye. Some target gram-positive bacteria, some target gram-negative bacteria, and some are broad-spectrum antibiotics. At the same time, some can be simultaneouly administered with other treatments, some cannot. And so on. It would have been helpful if the book had helped me sort these details out (which I eventually did) and if it had suggested possible courses of action. Even something that lists all common antibiotics and adds a classification chart to go with them will address this concern.

And as one reviewer pointed out, some of the suggestions are beyond the scope of the hobbyist. But let this not detract you from purchasing a guide that will save you time and help you narrow your diagnosis.

If you have fish this book is a MUST HAVE.......2006-02-08

I have Aquarium books coming out of my ears. In my quest for knowledge on how to care and treat my freshwater fish, I have purchased books, but most left a lot of my questions unanswered, or were vague on discriptions of fish diseases and/or how to treat. This is by far the best all around book for the Aquarium Hobby enthusiast. It has everything you need to know about aquarium fish, their environment, disease and prevention. The pictures of diseased fish help you pin point the proper ailment, bacteria, and cure. I give this book 5+ stars and highly recommend it to anyone who has aquarium fish.

a MUST have for any budding or old hat Aquarist.......2004-10-25

This book is amazing! I absolutly recomend it to everyone I've talked to. Not only does it use casual scientific terms but it does also explain them for anyone that doesn't have a BSc. Great information not only on fish disease, but on maintaining a properly balanced aquarium & preventing diseases from occuring in the first place.

Personally I think it should be a manditory buy with ever first-fish purchase.

For those who keep fish as pets.......2004-06-28

The fish hobby is made up of two different types of people. Some hobbyists do not really bother to understand their fish, they simply buy replacements when the current ones die. The second type of fish-keeper wants to know as much information as he or she can on the types of fishes they keep. This book would be of most value to the second type.

Sometimes, we mistakenly assume that fish are fragile and that there is simply no way to maintain them at optimum health. But that is not the case. Most fish are quite hardy. They can easily be maintained in the home aquarium if attention is given to their particular needs. Even so, from time to time, our fishes do get sick despite of our care. This book will help you diagnose some of the more common diseases that afflict fishes, as well as some possible remedies.

Some of the procedures in the textbook are simply not feasible for the average aquarists. Most of us do not have access to a laboratory. However, there is enough solutions in the book that are easy enough to follow. I highly recommend this book.

All aspects of health care for all types of fishes.......2004-04-03

Dr. Chris Andrews, et.al.'s Manual Of Fish Health is a basic guide to providing a healthy aquarium environment and should be a part of any fish owner's home collection. It covers all aspects of health care for all types of fishes, both freshwater and marine, and cover pond as well as aquarium environments. Add plenty of charts and color photos and you have a truly comprehensive reference.

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A Great Koi Reference

Manual of Koi Health
Keith Holmes , and Tony Pitham
Manufacturer: Firefly Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1552979776

Book Description

A comprehensive, illustrated and authoritative guide.

Keeping koi is one of the pinnacles of the fishkeeper's art. These magnificent and often expensive fish have inspired a fanatical following, with collectors prepared to devote a lot of time and resources to creating a flourishing koi pond.

One of the top priorities for koi keepers is coping with fish that become ill. Left untreated, many fish suffer and die.

Manual of Koi Health offers practical advice about disease diagnosis, prevention and treatment. The book is written by two experienced koi professionals and internationally recognized experts. It includes a complete listing of all common koi diseases and how to treat them.

Written for non-technical readers, it explains treatments for:

Parasites
Bacterial, fungal and viral infections
Ulcers, lesions and wounds
Stress conditions.

Preventative measures are also explained. Poor water quality is the most prevalent cause of disease in koi. Water testing and the best way to maintain healthy water conditions are covered in detail.

The book is profusely illustrated with color photographs, and step-by-step instructions provide easy-to-follow directions for a wide range of procedures such as how to handle, anaesthetize and take samples from koi.

Manual of Koi Health is a vital reference for every koi keeper.

Customer Reviews:

review of manual of Koi health.......2005-10-27

The book was well thought out as far as content. The author spoke to the reader taking into account that the reader might be a novice koi keeper

A Great Koi Reference.......2004-12-07

This is a fantastic book for anyone needing tips on keeping the environment their koi live in heathy and free of disease. This book is very easy to understand and has many photos to help you better understand what you are reading. Everything is well photographed with excellent instruction on identifying, prevention and the treatment of diseases. When the photography was not good enough, then wonderful and highly detailed illustrations were used.
The text is straight forward with little jargon so that it is easy to understand for even a non-fish person like me. This is a great book for anyone interested in going to the next level with their pond.

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THE MANUAL OF FISH HEALTH

Manufacturer: Salamander Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000H59VSA

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The Interpet Manual of Fish Health
Chris Andrews , Neville Carrington , and Adrian Excell
Manufacturer: Interpet Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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Administrator's Handbook for Community Health and Home Care Services

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Administrator's Handbook for Community Health and Home Care Services
Carolyn W Fish
Manufacturer: Natl League for Nursing
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Binding: Paperback

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Interpet Manual of Koi Health
Tony Pitham , and Keith Holmes
Manufacturer: Interpet Publishing
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1842860992

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The Manual of Fish Health
Chris, Adrian Exell and Neville Carrington Andrews
Manufacturer: Tetra Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000QJBRKW

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Manual of Nutrition
Fish.& Food, Min.of Agriculture
Manufacturer: Stationery Office Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0112427391

Bioaccumulation and Aquatic System Simulator (BASS) user's manual (SuDoc EP 1.23/6:600/R-01/035)

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Bioaccumulation and Aquatic System Simulator (BASS) user's manual (SuDoc EP 1.23/6:600/R-01/035)
M. Craig Barber
Manufacturer: National Exposure Research Laboratory, Office of Research and Development, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: B0001173L2

Book Description

A superbly illustrated history of the beautiful cash-handling machines of the early 20th century.

The Incorruptible Cashier, Vol. 1: The Formation of an Industry, 1876-1890

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The Incorruptible Cashier, Vol. 1: The Formation of an Industry, 1876-1890
Richard L. Crandall , and Sam Robins
Manufacturer: Vestal Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0911572694

Customer Reviews:

a must have for any pottery collector and artist.......2007-09-26

this is a beautiful book the the pictures in the book are so vivid and colorful, it would make a wonderful addition to any library or it would make a great coffee table book!

visual journey into the past.......2007-07-20

I was impressed with the display groupings presented and the journey of the authors beginnings of his collections and the knowledge he aquired along the way. He gave good advice to new collectors. I open it daily and alway see something I missed. It's a great book to add to your collection.

Excellent overview of every pueblo's pottery.......2005-08-10

I'd been looking for a book like this for ages. It goes through every pueblo's pottery, describing the special characteristics of each, and talks about the important potters in each pueblo.

This is very well written in an easy going, non-snobish style, instantly increasing your depth of knowledge in southwestern pottery. The photographs are excellent and plentiful, giving many diverse examples from each pueblo/region/era.

Highly recommended for those new to collecting. I gave a copy to my parents in New Mexico, and even though they had been doing a bit of collecting for years, they have a much better understanding of the history of some of the pottery sitting on their shelves. They love this book.

A Great Place to Start.......2003-02-27

This is an excellent book for both the beginner or serious student of Southwestern Pottery. It gives examples of all styles, types, and designs, making it easy for anyone to understand what makes each Pueblo's pottery unique. Perhaps not as "in depth" as some others, this book is easily the best book out there today as far as explaining and illustrating the basics. It really is an indispensable guide and reference book. The authors are regular guys rather than scholars, so it is easy and enjoyable to read, and filled with great photos of their quite amazing collections. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a place to begin learning about Southwestern Pottery.

A must for pottery collectors and fans.......2002-01-26

An excellent introduction and reference on Southwestern pottery. The authors cover each of the major styles and pueblos, with history, anecdotes, and great color pictures.

Book Description

Southwest Indian pottery emerged from an ancient land and people. First produced out of the necessity to hold water, cook, and store grain, it has evolved into a refined and coveted art form. In each piece can be seen and felt a strong connection to the land--the timeless beauty of the pottery makers.

Field manual of prehistoric southwestern pottery types, (The University of New Mexico bulletin. Anthropological series)

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Field manual of prehistoric southwestern pottery types, (The University of New Mexico bulletin. Anthropological series)
Florence Hawley Ellis
Manufacturer: University of New Mexico
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

Arizona Highways, May 1974 (Southwestern Indian Pottery) (Vol. 50, No. 5)

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Arizona Highways, May 1974 (Southwestern Indian Pottery) (Vol. 50, No. 5)
Patrick T. Houlihan , Barbara Cortwright , Mike Tharp , Maggie Wilson , and Anita Da
Manufacturer: Arizona Highway Dept
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000M5PQO8

Artistry in Clay: Contemporary Pottery of the Southwest

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Artistry in Clay: Contemporary Pottery of the Southwest
Don Dedera
Manufacturer: Don Dedera
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 087358371X

Collections of Southwestern Pottery: Candlesticks to Canteens, Frogs to Figurines

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Charming and beautiful approach, loaded with information

Collections of Southwestern Pottery: Candlesticks to Canteens, Frogs to Figurines
Allan Hayes , and John Blom
Manufacturer: Northland Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0873587219

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Charming and beautiful approach, loaded with information.......1999-03-19

The totally accessible writing style makes the experience one of sitting down with an expert who is also a friend! The photographs are artfully composed. This handbook is loaded with information helpful for beginners and/or anyone who cares about this great, indigenous art form.

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Pottery of the southwestern Indians
Pliny Earle Goddard
Manufacturer: Acoma Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: B0006X45XE

Pueblo pottery making: A study at the village of San Ildefonso (Papers of the Southwestern expedition)

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Pueblo pottery making: A study at the village of San Ildefonso (Papers of the Southwestern expedition)
Carl Eugen Guthe
Manufacturer: Ethnographic Arts Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: 1578982480

The Pueblo: Southwestern Potters (Blue Earth Books: America's First Peoples)

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The Pueblo: Southwestern Potters (Blue Earth Books: America's First Peoples)
Mary Englar
Manufacturer: Blue Earth Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Library Binding

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ASIN: 0736815384

Ray Manley's Collecting Southwestern Indian Arts and Crafts

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Ray Manley's Collecting Southwestern Indian Arts and Crafts
Ray Manley
Manufacturer: Ray Manley Publishing
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0931418038

Book Description

This second volume, out of three, contains the chapters 216 up to 320 of the alltogether 372 chapters. Based on the Dār al-yaqaza al-`arabiyya (1966-1967) and on the manuscript of the Library of Alger, this translation has taken into account the work accomplished by Michel Chodkiewicz (Éditions du Seuil, 1982) and by A. Khurshīd (Alif Ëditions, 1996). It deals with mystic comments on Qur'anic verses and prophetic translations inspired by Ibn `Arabi's work. This volume also contains long comments on the Futuḥāt. Chapter 248 deals with the synthesis of Shaykh al-Akbar's view on the world, which helps to get an idea of this rather well organised vision, which is however often hard to understand.

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Le Livre Des Haltes: Kitab Al-Mawaqif
Abd Al-Qadir Ibn Muhyi Al-Din , and Michel Lagarde
Manufacturer: Brill Academic Publishers
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Binding: Library Binding

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ASIN: 9004115676

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This first of three volumes comprising `Abd al Qâdir's work contains 215 of the 372 original chapters. Based on the Dār al-yaqaza al-`arabiyya (1966-1967) and on the manuscript of the Library of Alger, this translation addresses the work done so far by Michel Chodkiewicz and by A. Khurshīd. It deals with mystic comments on Qur'anic verses and prophetic translations inspired by Ibn `Arabi's work. It serves as a useful introduction to Futuḥāt and Fusus.

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Le Livre Des Haltes: Tome III
Abd Al-Qadir Al-Djaza'Iri
Manufacturer: Brill Academic Publishers
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Binding: Library Binding

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ASIN: 9004127631

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The third and final volume of the "Livre des Haltes" of the Algerian `Abd al-Qâdir contains the chapters 299 to 372. It comprises 524 text pages and, in addition, the following indices: lexical index of subjects, index of proper names, index of qur'anic quotations, index of hadiths, index of logical and exegetical principles, index of remarks on the Arabic text (omissions, textual differences, corrections). A concise bibliography rounds off the volume.

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Le Livre Des Haltes: Tome III
Abd Al-Qadir Al-Djaza'Iri
Manufacturer: NY
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000MUIFYG

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