Enhanced Herb Guide Accredited Through 2009:
Free CME for Physicians

The ABC Clinical Guide to Herbs (© 2003 American Botanical Council) has been enhanced with the addition of a new chapter on Elder berry (Sambucus nigra L.), an herb primarily used for symptoms associated with influenza and colds. Further enhancements to this reference book and continuing education module include the extension of credit for physicians, nurses, pharmacists and dietitians. In addition, CME credits for physicians are now offered at no charge by the new accredited provider, the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, and the American Botanical Council. Previously, the CME credits were $20.

The ABC Clinical Guide to Herbs answers key questions physicians and other health professionals have about the relevance of herbs to modern medicine. The work features a comprehensive monograph on each herb including a table of clinical studies, a clinical overview for quick reference to key issues regarding safe, therapeutic use, and a simplified information sheet for consumers and patients that includes descriptions, uses, cautionary information, adverse effects, drug interactions, and dosages. A separate chapter covers 13 proprietary herbal products that have undergone clinical studies.

Physicians earn up to 13.5 Category 1 credits toward the AMA Physician's Recognition Award. Pharmacists earn up to 12 contact hours through the Texas Pharmacy Association and approved by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education. Dietitians earn up to 12 CE hours provided through the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association, through Texas State University - San Marcos. Nurses and Naturopathic physicians and also eligible to receive continuing education credit.

For additional information on The ABC Clinical Guide to Herbs, please click here.

Human Kinetics sports medicine books are
now available from Thieme Medical Publishers

• Guidelines for Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programsby American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR)
• Guidelines for Cardiac Rehabilitation and Secondary Prevention Programs by American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR)
• Exertional Heat Illnesses by Armstrong
• Clinical Guide to Sports Injuries by Bahr/Maehlum
• Stress Fractures by Brukner/Benell
• Shoulder Injuries in Sport by Ciullo
• Musculoskeletal Trauma by Delforge
• Therapeutic Exercise for Musculoskeletal Injuries by Houglum
• Foot Orthotics in Therapy and Sport by Hunter/Dolan
• Advancing the Frontiers of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation by Jobin/Maltais
• Human Tendons by Jozsa/Kannus
• Low Back Disorders by McGill
• Spine Injury Management by National Athletic Trainers' Association
• Back Stability by Norris
• The Unstable Ankle by Nyska/Mann
• Sports Injuries by Peterson
• Exercise-Induced Asthma by Rundell/Lemanske
• Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal Injury by Whiting/Zernicke

For additional information on Human Kinetics, please visit www.humankinetics.com.

Thieme Releases First Book of the THIEME Atlas of Anatomy Series: General Anatomy and Musculoskeletal System

New York, NY - September, 2005 - Thieme New York officially announced its release of the first book in the new THIEME Atlas of Anatomy series, "General Anatomy and Musculoskeletal System." The THIEME Atlas of Anatomy is a major publishing event, presenting the first newly illustrated anatomy artwork in decades.

"General Anatomy and Musculoskeletal System" features outstanding coverage of the musculoskeletal system and general anatomy, as well as embryology and surface anatomy. With its two-page spread format and more than 1,500 illustrations, it is an ideal resource for clinical insights into the most critical concepts of anatomy.

The THIEME Atlas of Anatomy presents anatomy in an innovative way by linking anatomical concepts directly with clinical practice. "Schematic views of each anatomical system integrate the structures with their functions, while also showing how these same structures can malfunction," said Dr. Cathrin Schulz, senior editor at Thieme New York. "The vividness and level of detail in the drawings make it an ideal reference tool for physicians, allied health professionals, and students."

"Physicians will also find it handy as a patient education tool," added Dr. Schulz. "The clarity of the artwork makes it perfect for explaining medical concepts."

With more than 3,000 original illustrations in total, the THIEME Atlas of Anatomy series is a complete visual guide to the human body. Never before has an atlas covered each anatomical structure in such stunning detail. Combining beautiful art and science, this groundbreaking Atlas series sheds new light on both the study and treatment of the human body.

"We've received enthusiastic and positive responses from students and professors, who are delighted to see the new illustrations. We've had a tremendous response to our first print-run," said Ross Lumpkin, sales director, Thieme New York.

"Neck and Internal Organs," the second book in the THIEME Atlas of Anatomy series, will be published in April 2006, and "Head and Neuroanatomy," the third book, in October 2006. In addition to hard and soft cover formats, there will also be editions of each book using Latin nomenclature. More products are in development, including images that will be available over the Internet for classroom use.

Click here for more details on THIEME Atlas of Anatomy.