They serve as a means of relieving pain caused by injuries or other sorts of medical conditions. Nerve blocks can be performed in several different ways, using both temporary and permanent measures, but the end goal is always the same — to stop the pain messages sent by the nerves located in the specific parts…
Many women decide to get a boob job (also known as breast implant surgery or augmentation mammoplasty) to boost their self-confidence. As a matter of fact, this cosmetic procedure is one of the most frequently performed surgeries worldwide. Simply put, a boob job involves adjusting the shape and size of your breasts using implants. This…
Weight-loss surgery is an umbrella term for a series of procedures that aim to help patients lose weight, e.g.gastric sleeve,gastric bypass, or SASI-S. These procedures have helped many individuals take back control of their health and well-being. Losing a massive amount of weight may cause the skin to sag; this happens because once the skin…
Aleksandra Łuniewska, MD, answers some of the most frequently asked questions about mummy makeover, an umbrella term that comprises a series of cosmetic procedures designed to address common issues faced by women who had one or more pregnancies or breastfed. Get in touch anytime if you’d like to know more about mummy makeover or if…
What is a mummy makeover? Many women are faced with profound changes in their bodies after pregnancy, and sometimes diet and physical exercise are not enough to regain the desired body shape. The areas of the body that are typically most affected are the abdomen, with the appearance of stretch marks and loss of muscle…
Herniated disc? How endoscopic spine surgery can help Disc herniations can be really painful, limiting our ability to perform day-to-day activities. When this happens and conservative treatments have not helped (physiotherapy, stretching, exercise, or corticosteroids), endoscopic spine surgery might be the only effective solution. Endoscopic spine surgery is currently one of the most advanced techniques…
How to choose the right tummy tuck procedure for you A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is a cosmetic surgery operation that aims to remove adipose tissue and excess skin; it serves to improve the appearance of the abdomen, but is not a treatment for body weight control. Abdominoplasty is indicated for women who have been…
Benefits of endoscopic spine surgery (ESS) Endoscopic spine surgery (ESS) is an innovative surgical technique that is playing an increasingly significant role in modern minimally invasive spine surgery. Less invasive than traditional open surgery, treating spine-related conditions endoscopically allows for less trauma, faster recovery and fewer risks. Used to treat chronic pain syndromes and discopathies,…
Apollo OverStitch: Top 10 questions answered The Apollo OverStitch, also known as endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, is a weight-loss procedure that helps overweight individuals lose excess fat. This procedure is getting more and more popular among patients as it doesn’t require any incisions. It lasts on average 1 to 2 hours and is performed by inserting…
If you’re struggling with obesity and losing weight, you’re not alone. Affecting a large part of society, obesity is a disease that can seriously impact your health – both mental and physical. Not being able to lose weight despite diet changes or regular exercise can be frustrating. When being overweight poses a serious health risk,…
