Hydrocolloid wound dressings are wound fluid absorbing, moist inducing wound care products. The dressings come in sheets, pastes (gels), and powders and are widely used in hospitals and surgical centers. Nowadays they are also available as over the counter products for use at home. Hydrocolloid dressings are occlusive, adhesive, and absorbent and are suitable for… Continue Reading
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Pre-Operative Supplements, Recommended Supplements Before Surgery
Vitamin and mineral supplementation has a role in preparing one’s body for surgery, and also in post-operative healing. Prior to engaging in pre and post-operative nutritive therapy, patients should first consult their physician to discuss the types and dosages of supplements to take, and how long the therapy should last. In this manner, the supplement… Continue Reading
Post Breast Augmentation Bras, Which Bra After Surgery?
Which Type of Bra Should You Wear After Breast Augmentation? Shopping for new bras after having had surgery can be both exiting as daunting. Whether you have had cosmetic surgery or reconstructive surgery, your bust line has changed and bras can provide both support and look great as well as enhance the healing process. But… Continue Reading
Glutamine Supplements for Surgery Recovery
What is Glutamine? Glutamine is one of the 20 amino acids. These are building blocks for proteins. While it is not recognized as an essential amino acid (it is abundant in the body, and therefore does not need to be consumed), it is sometimes referred to as a conditionally-essential amino acid for certain situations. … Continue Reading
Are Post Liposuction Compression Garments Worth It?
Are compression garments necessary after liposuction? That’s a common question among those who undergo this procedure. Let’s answer it right away. It depends on what your cosmetic surgeon recommends for you but most do advice to use one. The reason? There are several benefits. Many are familiar with what liposuction does but do not understand… Continue Reading
Vitamins and Surgery, Which Vitamins To Take and Avoid
Many believe that vitamins are only useful to support a well-rounded diet nutrition plan. While they do greatly benefit everyone in this regard, vitamins can also be extremely beneficial to anyone seeking to reap juice their recovery time following a surgical procedure. Not only do these dietary supplements provide the body with potent antioxidants that… Continue Reading
Studies and Clinical Evidence on the Benefits of Surgery Supplements
Vitamin C This study titled Vitamin C and Human Wound Healing concludes that: “Clinical studies provide evidence that wound healing in subjects judged not deficient in vitamin C can be significantly accelerated with supplements of this nutrient above the recommended daily allowance (RDA).” Arnica Montana Several studies demonstrate Arnica Montana to have healing properties. After foot operations,… Continue Reading
Glucosamine May Aid The Surgical Healing Process
Oral glucosamine supplementation may help stimulate the post-surgery healing process but some people should avoid taking this substance. Glucosamine is often used to keep knees, hips, and other tendons and ligaments functional. Apart from reducing joint pain it enhances hyaluronic acid production. It is often derived from seashells or, sometimes, laboratory-made. The substance glucosamine occurs in… Continue Reading
The Role of Vitamin C in Wound Healing
The role of vitamin C in wound healing and surgery recovery has been reviewed in the medical literature since 1937, when two Harvard Medical School surgeons published an article in a medical journal about vitamin C deficiency and wound healing. These physicians noted that spontaneous breakdown of surgical wounds in the absence of infection occurs… Continue Reading
Foods To Eat After Surgery
What you eat after a surgery can help or hurt your recovery time, so it’s important to know what foods to eat after surgery so you will recover as quickly and safely as possible. Constipation is a common problem after a surgical procedure, so eating the right foods can reduce this problem and in some… Continue Reading