'Know Your Body - The Essential Guide to Human Anatomy and Physiology' is fundamental reading for anyone interested in the human body and how it works.
Whether you're a student, an aspiring medical, healthcare or fitness professional, or just someone who's curious about the human body and how it works, this book offers you an accessible way to understand the basics of human anatomy and physiology. Written in a clear, user-friendly style, it provides all the information necessary to meet and exceed the anatomy and physiology curriculum requirements of many international awarding bodies. The content addresses all the topics (and more!) listed on the anatomy and physiology syllabi of most major UK exam boards. Complete with over 100 detailed anatomical illustrations, this essential guide provides:
Clear descriptions of anatomical terminology
An understanding of the structure and function of all body systems
An understanding of the interrelationships between body systems
Up to date information about key pathologies affecting the body
The lowdown on topics such as genetics, telomeres, novel viral infections, metabolic syndrome, psychoneuroimmunology, fascia and more
Commonsense tips for maintaining a healthy body
An insight into how and why the body ages
References and resources for further study
For students, the accompanying 'Know Your Body – Workbook' (avaialbe as hard copy only) is an excellent revision aid for use in the classroom or for home study.
The author, Mary Dalgleish, has over 20 years experience of teaching anatomy and physiology to complementary therapy students. 'Know Your Body - The Essential Guide to Human Anatomy and Physiology' was submitted to the Page Turner Awards 2020 and the author was among the writing award finalists!
COMMENDATIONS:
"Mary Dalgleish has created an eminently accessible and informative book. Whilst containing detailed information regarding human anatomy and physiology appropriate for the medical level, it remains a delightful and pleasing read. A deep and expansive addition to any library; it is an edition no serious student of human health should be without!"
Michael S. Fenster: MD FACC, FSCA&I, PEMBA; Adjunct Professor of Medicine (Culinary Medicine), The Kansas Health Science Center, Wichita, Kansas; Executive Faculty, West Virginia University School of Medicine Faculty, University of Montana College of Health; Faculty, University of Montana, Missoula College Culinary Arts Program
"All in all, Know Your Body delivers three principal benefits: it is a joy to read; its contents meet an important requirement for the practitioner dedicated to improving the health of their patients; and it provides those who invest time in reading it with a deeper grasp of how the innumerable complex processes of the body function together holistically as an orchestra performs a symphony."
Gabriel Mojay: Institute of Traditional Herbal Medicine & Aromatherapy (Principal); Founding Co-Chair of the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA); Author of " Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit"
"This is a wonderful book, crammed full of information, a truly valuable resource for complementary therapists and bodyworkers. Together with the KNOW YOUR BODY Workbook, it is excellent for studying anatomy and physiology, and great for revising and refreshing knowledge."
Sally Kay: Multi-award winning reflexology practitioner, researcher, educator, author and innovator of Reflexology Lymph Drainage
"This is what you have been waiting for, it is the best book on this subject I have read! I highly recommend it and so do our tutors too. You will not be disappointed." Sue Bailey: Director Gateway Workshops Ltd.
Following a career in education, Mary Dalgleish qualified as an aromatherapist at the Tisserand Institute of Holistic Aromatherapy in London in 1999 and later worked there as an anatomy and physiology lecturer. Her aromatherapy studies sparked an interest in natural health, and since then she has completed a variety of complementary therapy training courses including reflexology and various forms of massage. Mary has worked as a lecturer in the complementary therapy departments of several London adult education colleges including Kingston, Merton, Sutton and Morley Colleges. She has also lectured at several private colleges, including Maureen Burgess AOR Accredited School of Reflexology, Westminster School of Yoga, the School of Natural Therapies, and more recently at the Institute of Traditional Herbal Medicine & Aromatherapy (ITHMA) based at Regent's University in London. Over the course of her career, Mary has also taught a range of continuing professional development massage courses for qualified therapists. Mary was awarded a 'Certificate of Excellence' for teaching Anatomy & Physiology at Merton Adult College in May 2005 and again in May 2008 (nominated by her students). She was also awarded a 'Commended Tutor of the Year' Certificate at the Federation of Holistic Therapists Excellence in Education Awards in 2012. Mary ran a private clinical practice in London for over 20 years and now resides in the Cotswolds. 'KNOW YOUR BODY The Essential Guide to Human Anatomy and Physiology' was submitted to the Page Turner Awards 2020 and Mary was among the writing award finalists! Mary is passionate about health and wellbeing and enjoys a range of activities including yoga, walking and swimming. She hopes that KNOW YOUR BODY will inspire those who read it to make positive health and lifestyle choices.
