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This up-to-date electronic book on CD-ROM provides the best collection available anywhere of official Federal government information and documents on the subject of scoliosis. This CD-ROM uses next-generation search technology that allows complete indexing and makes all files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material.

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In addition, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health documents – thousands of pages with extensive material from the CDC and NIH on hundreds of diseases and health topics, along with government consumer healthcare tips, disease prevention programs, dietary guidelines, and travelers’ health information. Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive "Guide to Leading Medical Websites" with updated links to 73 of the best sites for medical information! By using weblinks on the CD-ROM, you can quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government.

This CD-ROM has over 31,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software and Reader software is included. Advanced search and indexing features are built into our reproduction, providing a complete full-text index. This enables the user to search all the files on the disk at one time for words or phrases using just one search command! The Acrobat cataloging technology adds enormous value and uncommon functionality to this impressive collection of government documents and material. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, comprehensive, and portable!

Our CD-ROMs are privately-compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work, utilizing the benefits of the Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed or printed without untold hours of tedious searching and downloading. This book-on-a-disc makes a superb reference work and educational tool for patients and their families, physicians, and other medical professionals. (Information on this CD-ROM is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice; of course, readers are urged to consult with a professional health care provider for any suspected illness.) ... Read more

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The potential relationship between adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) and sports is rather vague. Sports have often been considered to be a causative factor of, or a treatment option for the former, particularly among adolescent athletes who are engaged in certain athletic activities. The highly repetitive nature of sports, amenorrhea, exercise-related exerted stress on the immature spine of professional adolescent athletes, and the joint laxity that may coexist during adolescence, have also been associated with an increased incidence of AIS. The purpose of this article is to discuss the potential connection between sports and AIS by reviewing the existing literature. ... Read more

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The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health.
This 5-vol. set provides more than 850 entries covering topics innursing and allied health written for students and professionals in thefield. Alphabetically arranged entries cover topics in body systems andfunctions, conditions and common diseases, issues and theories,techniques and practices, and devices and equipment. The Encyclopediacovers all major health professions, including nursing, physicaltherapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, medical labtechnology, emergency medical technology, dental assistance,pharmacology and nutrition. In addition, the set features approximately400 photographs and illustrations; appendices of related organizations,agencies and associations; and a general index.

Published/Released: November 2001

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This digital document is an article from Family Practice News, published by International Medical News Group on December 15, 2003. The length of the article is 733 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Surgical stapling can halt curve of scoliosis: orthotics can be helpful.(Children's Health)
Author: Michele G. Sullivan
Publication: Family Practice News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 15, 2003
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 33Issue: 24Page: 35(1)

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Avoiding hard-to-understand medical jargon, the four-volume “Gale Encyclopedia of Children’s Health” uses language that parents can understand, while still providing enough depth to benefit today's health science students. The set provides in-depth coverage of pediatric diseases and disorders, along with issues related to physical and cognitive/behavioral development.

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This digital document is an article from Pediatric News, published by International Medical News Group on April 1, 2004. The length of the article is 963 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Get back in action: managing Idiopathic Scoliosis: mild curves don't need surgery.(Clinical Rounds)
Author: Heidi Splete
Publication: Pediatric News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 2004
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 38Issue: 4Page: 35(1)

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This digital document is an article from Pediatric News, published by International Medical News Group on April 1, 2003. The length of the article is 637 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Late-onset scoliosis prognosis looking better. (Screening Still Needed).
Author: Kerri Wachter
Publication: Pediatric News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 2003
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 37Issue: 4Page: 6(1)

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This digital document is an article from Dance Magazine, published by Thomson Gale on October 1, 2006. The length of the article is 841 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Health and fitness: thrown a curve: on conquering scoliosis.(Wendy Whelan)
Author: Kim Okumura
Publication: Dance Magazine (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 2006
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 80Issue: 10Page: 28(1)

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