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.
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 #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.
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 #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 #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 #99760SP Chart - Understanding HIV and AIDS Spanish Language.
Defines HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). Describes risk factors and how HIV is transmitted. Illustrates and explains the steps in the HIV lifecycle. Describes and graphs what happens to T-cells and HIV RNA during the stages of HIV infection, from the acute stage to advanced HIV. Lists signs and symptoms and briefly explains testing and treatments. Also describes symptoms and shows locations of several AIDS-related illnesses. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99778SP Chart - Metabolic Syndrome.
Explains Metabolic Syndrome, a constellation of factors including obesity, high glucose levels in the blood, high blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol levels. Illustrates and explains each of the risk factors in detail. Also lists causes, treatments and the medical conditions associated with this disease, which affects about 1 in 4 Americans. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99839SP Spanish Language Chart - Understanding Pain.
This visual and textual overview of pain provides and easy to understand tool designed for patient interaction with their health professional. Defines pain and the types of pain and lists symptoms for each. Simplifies How Pain Works into 3 comprehensible steps. Provides a pain scale and a sample human figure so patients can provide their health professional information about the level and location of pain. Provides brief mention of prevention tips and to consult health professional for a tailored treatment plan. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99865SP Chart - Dangers of Smoking Spanish Language.
Discusses and illustrates the common dangers of smoking: chronic bronchitis, emphysema, lung cancer, bladder cancer, stroke, mouth and throat cancer, heart disease, gastric ulcer, and fetal risk. Compares a healthy lung to a smoker's lung. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
LFA #99868SP Chart - Understanding Stroke Spanish Language.
Redesigned for easier comprehension, this latest edition provides essential information regarding stroke. Explains and illustrates stroke, including the two main types: ischemic and hemorrhagic. For ischemic stroke, shows common sites of plaque formation, formation of a thrombus and embolus. For hemorrhagic strokes, illustrates brain with intracerebral hemorrhage and ateriovenous malformation (AVM). Shows Circle of Willis with aneurysm and cross-section of brain with subarachnoid hemorrhage, arterioles and microaneurysm. Also provides illustration of the brain and discusses it's functional areas & their roles in the body. Describes events leading to a stroke. Lists risk factors and common neurological deficits after stroke. Size is 20" W by 26" H.
