Living with chronic back pain can be frustrating, especially when it causes decreased mobility and affects your ability to perform everyday activities. If you have a spine condition that’s negatively impacting your quality of life, you may wonder if you’ll need surgery to relieve your symptoms. Sometimes non-surgical treatments, such as physical therapy and over-the-counter […]
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What should you know about gastric sleeve surgery recovery?
The gastric sleeve procedure can be an effective way to help you lose weight, keep the weight off, and reduce your risks of obesity-related health conditions. However, to get the best results, you’ll need to make a commitment to prioritize your health during your gastric sleeve surgery recovery and beyond. Below, you’ll find a breakdown […]
Comparing weight loss surgeries: Which option is right for you?
Weight loss surgery, also called bariatric surgery, is an option for individuals who are overweight or obese and have struggled to lose weight on their own. It can be a pathway to managing weight and reducing the risk of obesity-related health conditions, such as heart disease, stroke, infertility, sleep apnea, and type 2 diabetes. Bariatric […]
How much does gastric sleeve surgery cost?
Gastric sleeve surgery is the most common bariatric surgery performed in the United States. It is an option for people who have or are at risk for obesity-related health conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, infertility, severe sleep apnea, and stroke. This surgery is typically recommended only when other weight loss methods, such […]
What is gastric sleeve surgery?
If you’ve spent years struggling to lose weight with diet and exercise, it may be time to start exploring other options. Weight loss surgery, also called bariatric surgery, can be a solution for people whose excess weight is negatively affecting their overall health and quality of life. Gastric sleeve surgery is the most common bariatric […]
What are the common CT scan side effects?
In the United States there are over 70 million CT scans performed annually, reports the National Institute of Health. It’s important to know that, for some patients, there are side effects of undergoing a CT scan. Knowing what to look for before, during, and after your CT scan, especially if you have an adverse reaction, […]
Common uses and reasons for a CT scan
A computed tomography (CT) scan is a diagnostic imaging test used to examine the body’s inner organs and tissues. During a CT scan, the x-ray machine takes cross-sectional images of the inside of the body. A radiologist can combine these images to create a three-dimensional picture of your internal structures. A CT scan can be […]
How much does a CT scan cost?
The average cost of a CT scan in the United States is $3,275, though prices can range from $300 to $6,750. One factor that can greatly affect the cost of your CT scan is whether you have it performed in an inpatient facility, like a hospital, or an outpatient surgery center. Outpatient centers are just […]
What is a CT scan?
A computed tomography (CT) scan is a diagnostic imaging test used to examine the bones, organs, blood vessels, and soft tissues inside the body. During a CT scan, x-rays are taken from many different angles. Then, a computer combines the images to create a cross-sectional picture. This process can be repeated multiple times to create […]
PET scan vs. CT scan: what are the differences?
Doctors recommend PET scans and CT scans for patients on a regular basis. The number of CT scans performed annually is now more than 70 million according to the Center for Radiological Research. Annual PET scans are done less often at about 2 million annually. There are several key differences in a PET scan vs. […]