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Lower Than the Angels A History of Sex and Christianity


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English | September 19th, 2024 | ISBN: 0241400937 | 688 pages | True EPUB | 55.29 MB
The Bible observes that God made humanity ‘for a while a little lower than the angels’. If humans are that close to angels, does the difference lie in human sexuality and what we do with it? Much of the political contention and division in societies across the world centres on sexual topics, and one-third of the global population is Christian in background or outlook. In a single lifetime, Christianity or historically Christian societies have witnessed one of the most extraordinary about-turns in attitudes to sex and gender in human history. There have followed revolutions in the place of women in society, a new place for same-sex love amid the spectrum of human emotions and a public exploration of gender and trans identity. For many the new situation has brought exciting liberation – for others, fury and fear.

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Lower Back Pain Pathophysiology, Diagnostic Strategies, and Comprehensive Management Approaches


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English | IASIN : B0DG63N9WN | 2024 | 118 pages | PDF | 563 KB
Explore "Lower Back Pain: Pathophysiology, Diagnostic Strategies, and Comprehensive Management Approaches", a definitive treatise providing an in-depth analysis of lumbar disorders. This extensive guide covers everything from the intricate anatomy of the lower back to the latest advancements in diagnostic techniques and therapeutic interventions. Delve into the pathophysiology behind lower back pain, understand the nuances of acute versus chronic pain mechanisms, and discover evidence-based treatment options. The treatise integrates conventional medical practices with holistic and complementary therapies, offering a well-rounded approach to managing and preventing lower back pain. Ideal for healthcare professionals, researchers, and students, this comprehensive resource combines medical detail with practical insights to enhance understanding and improve patient outcomes. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to address one of the most common and challenging musculoskeletal conditions effectively.

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Applied Kinesiology Clinical Techniques for Lower Body Dysfunctions


Free Download David S. Walther, Anthony L. Rosner, "Applied Kinesiology: Clinical Techniques for Lower Body Dysfunctions"
English | 2020 | ASIN: B087NP3DD7 | PDF | pages: 325 | 16.5 mb
The comprehensive "one-stop" textbook on lower body pain and dysfunction. This book demonstrates how to find the reason(s) why spinal dysfunctions – even though adequately corrected – continue to return. Comprehensively discusses the theory and practice of the manual evaluation and treatment of chronic pain, especially with regards to the soft tissues of the lower body. A detailed, illustrated, evidence-based discussion of the relationship of muscle weakness to lower body pain and dysfunction. Describes the normal anatomy and physiology as well as the most common disorders. Presents indications for treatments and guidance on making the best treatment choices for each patient. Valuable clinical assessment protocols covering aspects of case history, physical examination supported by AK body language, imaging, and diagnostic methods incorporating the AK triad of health philosophy. A comparative review of clinical findings from objective and subjective examinations for specific foot, ankle, knee, leg, pelvic and lumbar dysfunctions. Powerful updating of the AK and C.A.M. approaches to Systemic Conditions of the lower body. AK research and its application to evidence-based approaches to lower body problems, and several hundred new illustrations. The text integrates standard orthopedic examination and treatment procedures with AK and thoroughly covers the lower extremity. Locating and correcting peripheral nerve entrapment is one of the most often misdiagnosed and mistreated conditions. Over 100 pages covering peripheral nerve entrapment syndromes makes this the largest contribution to this subject in the field.

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Thieme Dissector Volume 2 Abdomen and Lower Limb (2nd Edition)


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English | 2023 | ISBN: 939281917X | 350 Pages | PDF (True) | 132 MB
Thieme Dissector, Second Edition is a richly illustrated and detailed three-volume manual for guiding students and teachers in the dissection lab. It is enriched with intricate illustrations of the human anatomy created from the clinician’s perspective. These illustrations and the carefully researched and structured text elucidate the layer-by-layer dissection of each region of the human body in a stepwise manner.

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Pediatric Lower Limb Deformities (2nd Edition)


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English | 2024 | ISBN: 3031557662 | 1023 Pages | PDF (True) | 115 MB
Now in a completely revised and updated second edition, this comprehensive and generously illustrated text highlights both general principles and specific strategies for managing the spectrum of pediatric lower limb deformities. It is divided thematically into five sections, though any chapter can stand on its own to guide the clinician in specific situations. Part I covers general principles and techniques, including etiology, clinical evaluation, imaging as well as different surgical methods. Part II, covering related concepts and management options, discusses soft tissue contractures, amputations and working in austere and resource-challenged settings. Underlying conditions comprise Part III – specific metabolic, neuromuscular and tumor-related conditions, along with arthrogryposis, osteogenesis imperfecta and various skeletal dysplasias. Part IV presents congenital and developmental disorders, such as congenital femoral deficiency, hemimelias, tibial pseudoarthrosis and Blount disease, while Part V rounds out the book with chapters on sequelae related to different etiologies and their treatment.

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