The Concise Human Body Book
The Concise Human Body Book

Author:

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Published: 2009-06-01

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 1405345055

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Take a jaw-dropping top-to-toe tour of your body with this compact guide tot he human body. Take a head-to-toe tour of the human body, amazing 3D images reveal all your major systems in molecular detail. Discover how the nervous system works, the intricate construction of skeleton and muscles, and how your body protects itself when you are under threat. Put yourself under the microscope and zoom in on a body part to see the bodies processes in action from a nerve impulse to blood surging through an artery. Journey inside and examine what can go wrong with the human machine: explore the causes and symptoms for diseases and ailments. An unmissable in-your-body adventure, perfect for students, families and health professionals.

The Human Body Book
The Human Body Book

Author: Steve Parker

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 9781405316255

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Discover how the nervous system works, the intricate construction of skeleton and muscles, and how your body protects itself when you are under threat. Put yourself under the microscope using the interactive DVD-Rom. Zoom in on a body part and see the bodies processes in action from a nerve impluse to blood surging through an artery. Journey inside and examine what can go wrong with the human machine: explore the causes and symptoms for diseases and ailments.

Dr Frankenstein's Human Body Book
Dr Frankenstein's Human Body Book

Author: Richard Walker

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Published: 2008-09

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13: 1405332522

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Explore the human body from the inside-out in this anatomical adventure book.

The Medical Checkup Book
The Medical Checkup Book

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-03-31

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 0744022231

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Written by experts and packed with user-friendly information and practical lifestyle advice, this is the ultimate guide for anyone interested in their health. Knowing which health checks and tests to get when can prevent illness and problems, and even save your life. This easy-to-use guide explains all the common health tests so that you can understand and manage your well-being. When you've had a physical, how often do you understand what the results really mean for your health and your lifestyle? You've probably heard of good cholesterol and bad cholesterol, but what does that mean? And what can you do if you're told your bad cholesterol is high? Why are there two figures to show your blood pressure? Is weight gain hereditary? Be proactive in managing your health by learning more about how it is measured. Discover what factors influence medical tests, and what lifestyle changes you can make to keep fit and healthy for longer. Explore the variety of tests and screenings you may undergo at a doctor's or workplace health assessment - find out what is tested, why it is tested, and what the results mean. The Medical Checkup Book is the only visual guide to explain all common medical tests and what preventative measures you can take to minimize the risks and maximize your health.

The Brain Book
The Brain Book

Author: Rita Carter

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Published: 2019-01-03

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 0241444098

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This science ebook of award-wiining print edition uses the latest findings from neuroscience research and brain-imaging technology to take you on a journey into the human brain. CGI artworks and brain MRI scans reveal the brain's anatomy in unprecedented detail. Step-by-step sequences unravel and simplify the complex processes of brain function, such as how nerves transmit signals, how memories are laid down and recalled, and how we register emotions. The book answers fundamental and compelling questions about the brain: what does it means to be conscious, what happens when we're asleep,and are the brains of men and women different? Written by award-winning author Rita Carter, this is an accessible and authoritative reference book to a fascinating part of the human body. Thanks to improvements in scanning technology, our understanding of the brain is changing fast. Now in its third edition, the Brain Book provides an up-to-date guide to one of science's most exciting frontiers. With its coverage of over 50 brain-related diseases and disorders - from strokes to brain tumours and schizophrenia - it is also an essential manual for students and healthcare professionals.

The Concise Book of Muscles, Fourth Edition
The Concise Book of Muscles, Fourth Edition

Author: Chris Jarmey

Publisher: North Atlantic Books

Published: 2018-10-16

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 1623173396

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The bestselling, comprehensive introduction to the anatomy of the muscular system—with over 500 drawings, detailed profiles for each muscle, and additional material. This newly revised fourth edition of The Concise Book of Muscles is a comprehensive guide to the major muscle groups. Easy to use and fully illustrated with more than 500 drawings, this compact reference provides a complete profile for each muscle, clearly showing its origin, insertion, nerve supply, and action, the movements that use it, and, where appropriate, exercises that stretch and strengthen it. The book’s distinctive quick-reference format shows students exactly how to locate and identify specific muscles, highlighting those that are heavily used and therefore subject to injury in a variety of sports and activities. In this updated edition, each muscle chapter now includes detailed overviews of the gross anatomy of the body area to show: • Bony landmarks • Cross-sections of muscle layers • Points of attachment • Relevant nerve pathways • Also included: quick-reference tables and new chapter on pelvic floor muscles While designed for the student and beginning practitioner of anatomy, massage, bodywork, physical therapy, chiropractic medicine, physiotherapy, yoga, and Pilates or any other health-related field, The Concise Book of Muscles is equally useful for athletes and anyone interested in the workings of the human body.

The Human Body
The Human Body

Author: Richard Walker

Publisher:

Published: 2018-11-29

Total Pages: 16

ISBN-13: 9781787410589

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It's 1839 and you are a medical student w orking on your first human body dissection! Under the w atchful eye of Dr W alker, peel the flaps back to reveal the inner w orkings of the human body, from bone and muscle, to the brain, eyes, heart, lungs and everything in-betw een. Victorian-inspired illustrations meet w ith medical notes and sketches to give a complete in-depth exploration of how the human body w orks.

Encyclopedia of the Human Body
Encyclopedia of the Human Body

Author: David Burnie

Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

Published: 1995-08-01

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9780751352917

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Describing the structure and processes of the human body, this book promotes a clearer understanding of the body's inner workings using the appropriate vocabulary. More than 400 full-color photos, diagrams, and illustrations show what a virus looks like, how many bones make up the spinal cord, and where the pancreas is located.

The Human Body
The Human Body

Author: Tony Smith

Publisher:

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 9780751352719

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The human body is made up of over 100 million cells. They are the tiny building blocks out of which the body's tissues and organs are formed, and together these parts make up a marvellously synchronised, living community. This exciting book uses spectacular medical drawings, plus images derived from new technologies, as an inspiring aid to understanding the anatomy and function of the body, and many of its common disorders. Images work together with crystal-clear language to bring the key concepts to life - such as how the heart keeps beating constantly throughout life, or how instructions for the entire body's growth are held in every single cell. Never before has it been possible to learn so much, so quickly, about the human body, both female and male, in sickness and in health, and from birth to old age.

Science of Running
Science of Running

Author: Chris Napier

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-02-04

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 0744022088

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Revolutionize your running techniques! Learn how to run better and faster, with more energy while avoiding injury. There is a science to running, and now you can learn about it too! Whether you are new to running, or have conquered a few marathons in your time, this runner's guide will show you how to train efficiently, find a suitable running regime, and master the art of running for life! Inside the pages of this running book, you’ll find: - Explanations on the anatomy and physiology of the runner. - Easy-to-read descriptions of how running involves every system in the body. - A scientific breakdown of what happens under the skin at every stage of the running cycle. - Featuring anatomy of common injuries and exercise programs for both prevention and recovery. - 30 key exercises and how to perfect precision to optimize their benefits. - Bespoke training plans for runners at all levels. Expert-led insights backed by scientific research will show you how to start running, how to run faster, and how to improve your flexibility and gait for running efficiency and safety. Included in the Science of Running are exercises and training programs that target each muscle to ensure you become a stronger, better runner. The clear CGI images show annotations to muscle mechanics so you know you are taking the right steps and perfecting technique. Learn the science behind your body’s energy systems, proper hydration and nutrition. From long-distance to marathon running, this sports book will completely transform your performance of injury-free running and help you to smash your goals one step at a time, proving the ideal running gift for the fitness fanatic in your life. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not dive deeper into our successful Science of series, where you can discover the research and scientific theories behind exercise and sport. Explore the anatomy of yoga to perfect your practice in Science of Yoga; or redefine your daily routine with Science of Living.