LFA #99864 Chart -Understanding Allergies.
This completely updated chart simplifies allergies so they are easy to understand. Topics include: Who gets allergies, what are common allergens, anaphylaxis and managing allergies. 10 visual images depict the most common allergies: hay fever, sinusitis, eczema, hives, asthma, contact dermatitis, allergic conjunctivitis, and food, drug & household allergies. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
All LFA Charts and Posters are designed to a) Provide just the right level of detail, b) At-a-glance format, c) Striking colorful images, d) Enlarged view of key organs or structures, e) Comprehensive and anatomically/medically accurate.
Plastic laminate, 20" x 26" offers flexibility, durability and attractive appearance for medical professionals, patients, students and other specialists. Complete with metal eyelets at top cornors for hanging or portable stand display. "Write-on, wipe-off" surface is perfect for classrooms and professional offices.
Shipped in mailing tube.
Note: Many charts and posters also available in Spanish (-SP) to meet the needs of an expanding Spanish-language population and for improved communication.
LFA #99976 Chart - Understanding Alzheimer's Disease.
Defines Alzheimers Disease (AD) and discusses the aging brain, dementia and diagnosing AD. Lists risk factors and describes the 3 main stages of Alzheimers Disease. Provides key management techniques for both the patients and their families and caregivers. Illustrates and discusses the areas of the brain affected by the disease, amyloid plaques (also called senile plaques) and physical changes to the cerebral cortex. Shows and describes the abnormal cellular structures involved (granulovacuolar degeneration and neurofibrillary tangles) and how AD destroys how neuron talk to each other. Each chart's size is 20" W by 26" H.
All LFA Charts and Posters are designed to a) Provide just the right level of detail, b) At-a-glance format, c) Striking colorful images, d) Enlarged view of key organs or structures, e) Comprehensive and anatomically/medically accurate.Plastic laminate, 20" x 26" offers flexibility, durability and attractive appearance for medical professionals, patients, students and other specialists. Complete with metal eyelets at top cornors for hanging or portable stand display. "Write-on, wipe-off" surface is perfect for classrooms and professional offices.Shipped in mailing tube. Note: Many charts and posters also available in Spanish (-SP) to meet the needs of an expanding Spanish-language population and for improved communication.
LFA #8100 Human Anatomy - Key Card Set of 78 detailed Human Anatomical Model Educational Key Cards to accompany the LFA human models listed. 78 different cards per set. Card Size: 6 1/2" x 5 1/4" Durable. Laminated.
LFA #99803SP Spanish Language Chart - Understanding Arthritis.
Illustrates in detail the main joints affected by Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - the hand and wrist, hip and knee. Shows bone spurs, narrowing of joint space, erosion of cartilage and swelling. Also points out on human figure the other areas affected by OA and RA. Describes these common forms of arthritis and other types of arthritic diseases such as fibromyalgia, gout, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, bursitis and tendonitis. Also lists common symptoms of arthritis. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99803 Chart - Understanding Arthritis.
LFA #98026 Chart - Autonomic Nervous System.
Shows autonomic nervous system, including sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99759 Chart - Benign Breast Disease.
Defines benign (non-cancerous) breast disease and illustrates the most common types, such as fibrocystic breast disease, benign breast tumors and breast infection & inflammation. Shows and describes breast self-examination (BSE) steps. Symptoms, diagnostic procedures and treatments are also listed. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #92226 Chart - BMI and Waist Circumference All LFA Charts and Posters are designed to a) Provide just the right level of detail, b) At-a-glance format, c) Striking colorful images, d) Enlarged view of key organs or structures, e) Comprehensive and anatomically/medically accurate.
LFA #99921 Chart - Anatomy of the Brain.
Shows base and right side views of arteries of the brain as well as venous sinuses. Illustrates cerebral hemispheres, lobes of the brain, cross-section of meninges & venous sinuses, typical nerve cell, typical glial cells, and circulation of cerebrospinal fluid. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
Shows cranial nerves and vessels in the base of brain. Also provides lateral and sagittal section views of the arteries of the brain. Illustrates lobes, limbic system, ventricles of the brain, coronal section, Circle of Willis, circulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), somatotopic organization of the cerebrum and meninges of the brain. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99758 Chart - Understanding Breast Cancer.
Visually and textually simplified from the previous edition, this easy-to-understand chart provides the essential information about the most common form of cancer in women. Provides definitions of breast cancer and the most common types of the disease. Illustrates breast anatomy and shows the common types of breast cancer. Lists signs & symptoms and causes of breast cancer. Provides instruction for breast self examination (BSE). Illustrates and describes the stages of breast cancer. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
This chart defines cancer and shows normal cells and malignant (cancerous) cells. Provides cancer incidence statistics by site on the body and gender. Discusses how cancer spreads and shows the four stages of cancer. Also lists risk factors, symptoms, treatments and preventative measures. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99103SP Chart - High Cholesterol.
This chart is an easy-to-understand overview of high cholesterol and its importance to the health of the body. Illustrates and defines cholesterol. Shows the sources of cholesterol from food and within the body. Shows and describes the different types of lipoproteins. Defines risk factors and causes of high cholesterol. Illustrates the consequences of high cholesterol as plaque builds up within the blood vessels. Also provides prevention and management techniques.Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99882 Chart - Understanding Cholesterol.
Illustrates the structure and classification of lipoproteins, which are particles of combined fat and protein that carry cholesterol throughout the body. Shows cholesterol transport in the blood, how cholesterol is made and stored in the liver. Also shows atherosclerosis, the consequence of high cholesterol. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99875 Chart -Understanding the Common Cold.
Defines the common cold and shows the affected anatomy. Lists causes and risk factors and describes the role of the rhinovirus. Discusses the role of inflammation in causing symptoms and lists signs of a cold. Illustrates common symptoms: headache, sinus pain, runny/stuff nose, coughing and sore throat. Lists treatment techniques and illustrates ways to prevent getting or spreading a cold. Each chart's size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #93331 Chart - Understanding Colorectal Cancer.
Defines colorectal cancer and shows colorectal anatomy with the following pathologies: Adenocarcinoma of colon Circumferential carcinoma of the transverse colon Colonic polyps Adenocarcinoma of jejunum Adenocarcinoma of the rectosigmoid region Describes risk factors, signs & symptoms, screening and diagnostic tests and treatment options. Illustrates and explains the stages of cancer. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99783 Chart - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease chart describes the disease which is mainly associated with emphysema and chronic bronchitis. This second edition features a simplified design, enhanced images and updated information. This chart illustrates cross-sections of normal lung next to a disease lung. Shows detailed images on a healthy bronchial tube and bronchi as compared to a narrowed bronchial tube and excessive mucus retention in chronic bronchitis. Illustrates close up normal and damaged alveoli and a loss of lung tissue. Describes signs and symptoms, diagnosis, risk factors, preventative measures and treatments. Each chart's size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99974 Chart - Understanding Depression.
Simplified and updated from the previous edition, this chart provides an easy-to-understand visual and textual overview of the most important aspects of depression. It defines depression and three main types of this serious medical condition: major depression, dysthymic disorder/dysthymia and bipolar disorder. The areas of the brain affected by depression are defined and illustrated. Structures of the limbic system are also shown, as any disturbance to this system can affect mood and behavior. The role of transmitters is described; illustrations show normal and abnormal levels of these important chemical messengers, which can help explain how imbalances in these chemicals can lead to depression. Signs and symptoms of major depression are prominently featured towards the top of the chart. Suicide warning signs are also detailed. Risk factors and treatments options for depression are also discussed. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #98022 Chart - Dermatomes,
Defines dermatomes and illustrates cutaneous areas of peripheral nerve innervation, development of dermatomes and dermatomes in extremities. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99755 Chart - Understanding Diabetes.
Defines diabetes as well as Type 1 and Type 2. Lists symptoms of both types of the disease. Shows potential complications of diabetes, such as stroke, eye disease, heart disease, kidney disease and circulatory problems. Describes insulin and illustrates its role in the body and shows the steps in glucose metabolism. Briefly describes hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. Discusses long-term health problems and healthy lifestyle changes. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99754 Chart - Understanding Type 1 Diabetes.
The second edition of this chart has been simplified for easier and faster comprehension. Provides easy-to-understand visuals and text descriptions of how Type 1 diabetes affects the process of insulin production by the pancreas, which in turn affects glucose conversion to energy. Provides a side-by-side comparison of a normal body cell and a diabetic body cell which illustrates how they differ in converting glucose from food to energy. Describes the importance of controlling the level of glucose in the blood and provides the main techniques for doing so. Lists risk factors and symptoms of short-term complications such as hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia and ketoacidosis. Also describes and provides images of the long-term complications within the body of Type 1 Diabetes. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99753SP Chart - Understanding Type 2 Diabetes Spanish Language.
Now in Spanish! Defines type 2 diabetes and role of glucose and insulin in the body. Lists symptoms, risk factors and ways to control the disease. This chart shows glucose molecules from the digestive system and insulin molecules from the pancreas traveling in a blood vessel. Visually compares a normal body cell to a body cell with diabetes, illustrating when the cell develops a resistance to insulin, making it more difficult for glucose to enter the cell, ultimately leading to build up of glucose in the blood vessel. Textually and visually presents complications from the disease: Heart disease, stroke, vascular disease, nerve damage (neuropathy), kidney disease (nephropathy), periodontal disease (gum disease and mouth infection), and eye disease such as glaucoma, cataracts and diabetic retinopathy. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99861 Chart - Diseases of the Digestive System.
Illustrates a wide variety of diseases such as:- Cancers of the esophagus - Esophageal varices - Cirrhosis - Fatty liver - Hepatitis - Gallstones - Gastric and duodenal ulcers - Adenocarcinoma of stomach and pancreas - Gastritis - Pancreatitis - Cancers of the colon - Colonic polyps - Diverticulitis of the colon - Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Appendicitis - Hernia - Hemorrhoids Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99859 Chart - The Digestive System.
Shows oral cavity, glands, stomach, liver, pancreas and duodenum. Provides cross sections of wall of the stomach, the jejunum and the colon. Also illustrates arterial supply. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #98953 Chart - Deep Vein Thrombosis.
This chart describes and beautifully illustrates how a thrombus (blood clot) forms, vascular circulation and pulmonary embolism. Supporting text defines deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and covers causes, consequences and main risk factors. Symptoms, complications and treatment options of DVT and pulmonary embolism are also discussed.Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99890 Chart -The Ear - Organs of Hearing and Balance.
Illustrates ear anatomy including right auricle, right tympanic membrane, middle ear, auditory ossicles, membranous labryinth, membranous ampulla, organ of corti, macula of saccule. Also explains and shows how we hear - the physiology of sound. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99895 Chart - Ear, Nose and Throat.
Shows general anatomy including middle and inner ear, septum of nose, lateral wall of nose, and inspiration, phonation & posterior view of larynx. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99720 Chart - The Endocrine System.
Shows location of glands on the body. Illustrates thyroid, parathyroid, thymus, adrenal, pineal, and pituitary glands. Also shows heart, kidney, stomach, duodenum, jejunum, pancreas, ovary and testes. Also lists the hormones found in each organ and gland. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99867 Chart - Understanding Epilepsy All LFA Charts and Posters are designed to a) Provide just the right level of detail, b) At-a-glance format, c) Striking colorful images, d) Enlarged view of key organs or structures, e) Comprehensive and anatomically/medically accurate.Plastic laminate, 20" x 26" offers flexibility, durability and attractive appearance for medical professionals, patients, students and other specialists. Complete with metal eyelets at top cornors for hanging or portable stand display. "Write-on, wipe-off" surface is perfect for classrooms and professional offices.Shipped in mailing tube. Note: Many charts and posters also available in Spanish (-SP) to meet the needs of an expanding Spanish-language population and for improved communication.
LFA #99691 Chart - The Eye.
Shows cross section of the eye. Also provides lateral and top view of the eye and shows the visual field. Illustrates anterior chamber angle, lens, retina, fundus and the macula lutea. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99694 Chart -The Eye- Anterior and Posterior Chambers.
Shows anterior and posterior chambers of the eye. Illustrates lacrimal apparatus, sagittal view of the eye, ciliary process, the optic nerve and fundus of the right eye. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #98947 The Human Muscular System (Female).
A female version of the popular Peter Bachin Muscular System chart! Shows anterior and posterior view of the muscular system. Also illustrates right half of diaphragm, muscles of posterior abdominal wall, muscles of the right hand (palmar view) and muscles of the left foot (plantar view).Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99652 Chart - The Female Reproductive System.
Shows ovary, fallopian tube, uterus and vagina. Illustrates ovum, the female pelvic organs (sagittal section) and the female perineum. Provides views of ovary and uterus during the menstural cycle. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #92265 Chart - Fetal Development
Perfect for students and patients, this easy-to-understand chart provides a visual overview prenatal development from fertilization through the 3rd trimester of development. Shows and describes the fertilization and implantation process. Provides illustrations of the developing embryo and fetus for each period of time. Lists average length (in inches and centimeters) during those time periods and notes some key milestones such as the when the baby begins kicking and when women begin to show. This chart also graphically represents time periods of sensitivity for major and minor birth defects for the central nervous system and key organs and structures. At the bottom of the chart you will find a key message in regard to the importance of the mothers health to the babys health, counseling them to eat health foods, take folic acid, exercise wisely and to stay away from harmful substances. Size is 26" W by 20" H.
LFA #99795 Chart - Foot and Ankle.
Illustrates foot and ankle anatomy including bones, muscles and tendons. Shows medial, frontal, lateral, and plantar views as well as a cross section. Illustrates supination and pronation, hammertoe, bunion, sprains, fractures and fracture fixation. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #98379 Chart - Anatomy and Injuries of the Foot and Ankle.
Shows medial and lateral view of the bones and ligaments of the foot and ankle. Illustrates nerve and blood supply to this region, including plantar view of arteries and nerves. Shows common fractures and sprains and anterior impingement syndrome. Describes and shows locations of forefoot, midfoot and hindfoot injuries such as: bunions, Mortons neuroma, bunionette (Tailors bunion), hammertoe, Jones fracture, Chopart avulsion fracture, Lisfranc dislocation, metatarsal stress fracture, Achilles tendon rupture, tarsal tunnel syndrome (which is becoming more common amongst snowboarders), calcaneal fracture and plantar fasciitis with hell spurs. Also visually and textually describes movement about the ankle: inversion, eversion, dorsiflexion, and plantar flexion. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #93508 Chart - Common Gynecological Disorders.
Organized by main presenting symptom, such as abnormal vaginal bleeding, abnormal vaginal discharge and regional pain, this chart covers the most common gynecological disorders. Designed as tool to help doctors, NPs, and nurses explain common gynecological diseases to patients, each topic has a simple, brief textual explanation and an image. The chart defines normal and abnormal menstrual cycles and illustrates female reproductive anatomy. Grouped by main symptom, the disorders covered include:Fibroids Polyps Cervical lesions Endometrial hyperplasia Von Willebrands Disease Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Vaginal and uterine atrophy Eating disorders and extreme exercise Medications Hormonal imbalances Ashermans syndrome Prolactinoma Ovarian cysts Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) and pelvic adhesions Endometriosis Adenomyosis Candidiasis (yeast infection) Bacterial vaginitis Trichomoniasis vaginitis Chlamydia and gonorrhea Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99791 Chart - Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Defines Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and nerve compression syndrome. Shows the Carpal Tunnel and cross sections of a normal wrist and one with CTS. Causes, risk factors, symptoms are listed. Management techniques and healthy lifestyle changes are also covered. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99790 Chart - Hand and Wrist.
Shows muscle and tendon anatomy of the hand and wrist. Illustrates dorsal view of bones and palmar view of carpal bones. Shows extension, flexion and range of movement of thumb. Provides views of cross-section of wrist, carpal tunnel syndrome, various types of fractures and tendon avulsion injuries. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99138 Chart - Anatomy and Injuries of the Hand and Wrist.
LFA #96706 Chart - Anatomy and Injuries of the Head and Neck. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99990 Chart - Head and Neck.
Center illustration shows muscles, veins, nerves and arteries of the head and neck. Chart also shows bones, deep muscles and sensory nerves, internal carotid and vertebral arteries and deep structures. Illustrates horizontal and median sections. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99878 Chart - Anatomy of the Heart.
Shows anterior, posterior and superior views of the heart. Also illustrates right and left ventricles, heart valves and blood circulation. Provides cross section and anterior view of the heart and lungs. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #98023 Chart - The Human Heart.
The main image of this popular chart features cutaways of the interior structures of the anterior view of the heart (which is shown sitting on the diaphram). Anterior view, posterior view, section of heart wall, valves, heart valves, coronary arteries are all illustrated. The cardiac cycle, blood pressure, and cardiac conduction are defined. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #98824 Chart - Heart Conditions.
Contains a large image of a normal heart for easy comparison with these important cardiac conditions. Visually and textually describes heart murmurs, cardiac arrhythmias, congenital heart defects, acquired heart defects and high cholesterol & its consequences. Specifically: Defines heart murmurs and their causes. Shows coarctation of the aorta, ventricular septal defect and mitral valve prolapse. Describes common cardiac arrhymias (abnormal heart rates & rhythms) tachycardia, bradycardia, atrial fibrillation and ventricular arrythmias. Shows the sites of common cardiac arrhythmias by section of the heart: sinus node, ventricular, atrial and junctional arrhythnmas, as well as atrioventricular (AV) blocks. Defines and shows the following common congenital (present at birth) defects: patent ductus arteriosus, atrial septal defect and ventricular septal defect. Textually and visually shows acquired heart defects myocarditis, rheumatic heart disease, cardiomyopathy and Kawaskis disease. Describes high cholesterol, coronary heart disease (CAD) and hypertension (high blood pressure). Shows how cholesterol is transported in the blood, the structure of a typical lipoprotein (which carries the cholesterol throughout the body), and the consequence of high cholesterol atherosclerosis plaque clogged arteries. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99912SP Chart - Heart Disease Spanish Language.
Now in Spanish, this chart provides an easy-to-understand overview of the important anatomical aspects of heart disease. The progression of heart disease is shown in 3 stages, each with an anatomical image of the surface or cross-section of the heart, a cross-section of an artery and a cross-section of heart wall. The stages show how a narrowed artery leads to ischemia; a blocked artery leads to a myocardial infarction (heart attack) and shows the recovery period with collateral blood supply. Also shows heart disease in hypertension which can lead to hyprertrophy and dilation of the left ventricle. Shows and describes congestive heart failure, mitral valve prolapse and the effects of aging on the heart. For comparison, the chart also contains illustrations of normal heart anatomy, including anterior surface and across-sections of the heart. Also shows the systems coronary arteries on the heart and a cross-section of a normal coronary artery. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99912 Chart - Heart Disease.
With updated images and text and improved design elements, this new edition chart provides an easy-to-understand overview of the important anatomical aspects of heart disease. The progression of heart disease is shown in 3 stages, each with an anatomical image of the surface or cross-section of the heart, a cross-section of an artery and a cross-section of heart wall. The stages show how a narrowed artery leads to ischemia; a blocked artery leads to a myocardial infarction (heart attack) and shows the recovery period with collateral blood supply. Also shows heart disease in hypertension which can lead to hyprertrophy and dilation of the left ventricle. Shows and describes congestive heart failure, mitral valve prolapse and the effects of aging on the heart. For comparison, the chart also contains illustrations of normal heart anatomy, including anterior surface and across-sections of the heart. Also shows the systems coronary arteries on the heart and a cross-section of a normal coronary artery. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99992 Chart - Understanding Hepatitis.
Defines viral hepatitis and the types of hepatic viruses that cause this disease: Hepatitis A, B, C, D, E, and recently discovered viruses G and TTV (Transfusion Transmitted Virus). Talks about modes of transmission and illustrates the complications of hepatitis. Illustrates the anatomy of the liver, pancreas and surrounding structures, including veins and arteries. Shows 3 liver biopsies: normal, mild hepatitis and moderate. Lists the signs and symptoms which progress by stages. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
