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The UHMWPE Handbook : Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene in Total Joint Replacement |
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Book Description
This book describes the history and properties of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) used in artificial joints.
UHMWPE is currently used in 1.4 million patients around the world every year for use in the hip, knee, upper extremities and spine. It has been used in hip replacements for over 40 years. Although the use of this material is very succcessful, the lifetime of artificial joints is limited to approximately 10 years, after which the sur... >> |
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Oxygen-Ozone Therapy A Critical Evaluation |
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Book Description
This book represents the first serious attempt to explain the fundamental basis of ozonetherapy and is a relevant step towards achieving further progress. Ozone is now considered a real drug and, after reacting with body fluids, releases messengers and activates several mechanisms which are able to elicit multiple biological effects. The therapeutic window has been defined and, contrary to the dogma that `ozone is toxic any way you deal with it', it has been ... >> |
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Clinical Biomechanics of the Spine |
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Combining orthopedic surgery with biomechanical engineering, this reference and teaching text reviews and analyzes the clinical and scientific data on the mechanics of the human spine. This edition adds new material on vibration (i.e. road driving) and its effect on the spine; anatomy and kinematics of the occipital cervical junction; clinical biomechanics of kyphosis deformity; scoliosis and the limited role of bracing; spinal trauma; and the role of athletics ... >> |
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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