Obesity is a condition that affects millions of people. It also contributes to many other disorders. New York surgeons on staff at Advanced Laparoscopic Specialists perform gastric by-pass surgery as one part of a weight loss program. Other trained specialists and former patients offer additional support to make the treatment a long-term solution.
Gastric by-pass surgery is considered cosmetic or frivolous by many. However, this method of reducing the functional size of the stomach and thereby reducing its capacity is a lifesaver for those who need extreme measures to restore health. People who carry one hundred pounds or more of surplus weight are susceptible to other health problems. These include hypertension and cardiac disease, type 2 diabetes, and sleep apnea. All of these disorders can be life-threatening, and all negatively impact a person's quality of life.
The fact is that obesity makes it impossible to get the recommended amount of exercise, which does not help any weight-control plan. Without exercise, circulation of blood and lymph is compromised and digestion is impaired. This weakens the immune system, so the person is susceptible to many ills. A lack of muscle tone also makes burning calories less efficient, as less are burned for energy and more are stored as fat.
Excess poundage stresses joints such as knees and ankles, making even moderate walking for a mile or more virtually impossible. As lack of exercise contributes to weight gain, the problem only worsens. If the person also has hormonal issues and poor eating habits, the stage is set for obesity. In the United States, this condition is the second largest 'bad habit' cause of death. The first is smoking. In fact, too much sitting is now called 'the new smoking'.
Laparoscopic surgery has many benefits for the patient. Done with endoscopes, or long rods that are inserted through tiny incisions, this technique lessens the chance of infection and causes less pain and scarring. Recovery time is greatly reduced.
The surgeon views the operating area by means of special lights and cameras that are contained in the endoscope. The advances in technique have made gastric by-pass available to individuals whose health might not make them good candidates for conventional surgery. It has also lessened the risks and brought this solution into favor as weight-control therapy.
The surgery is combined with extensive pre- and post-op counseling and support. Potential patients attend seminars that educate them on the procedure as well as ways to successfully keep weight off for the long run. Nutritionists and dietitians are on staff to help people commit to lifestyle changes and to learn how to form better eating habits. Support groups made up of counselors and former patients help people set goals and implement measures that keep the pounds from coming back.
This personalized approach is key to the success of the program. Being informed on what to expect and having support after the operation helps people get the maximum benefit of the surgery and enjoy a new life free from obesity.
Gastric by-pass surgery is considered cosmetic or frivolous by many. However, this method of reducing the functional size of the stomach and thereby reducing its capacity is a lifesaver for those who need extreme measures to restore health. People who carry one hundred pounds or more of surplus weight are susceptible to other health problems. These include hypertension and cardiac disease, type 2 diabetes, and sleep apnea. All of these disorders can be life-threatening, and all negatively impact a person's quality of life.
The fact is that obesity makes it impossible to get the recommended amount of exercise, which does not help any weight-control plan. Without exercise, circulation of blood and lymph is compromised and digestion is impaired. This weakens the immune system, so the person is susceptible to many ills. A lack of muscle tone also makes burning calories less efficient, as less are burned for energy and more are stored as fat.
Excess poundage stresses joints such as knees and ankles, making even moderate walking for a mile or more virtually impossible. As lack of exercise contributes to weight gain, the problem only worsens. If the person also has hormonal issues and poor eating habits, the stage is set for obesity. In the United States, this condition is the second largest 'bad habit' cause of death. The first is smoking. In fact, too much sitting is now called 'the new smoking'.
Laparoscopic surgery has many benefits for the patient. Done with endoscopes, or long rods that are inserted through tiny incisions, this technique lessens the chance of infection and causes less pain and scarring. Recovery time is greatly reduced.
The surgeon views the operating area by means of special lights and cameras that are contained in the endoscope. The advances in technique have made gastric by-pass available to individuals whose health might not make them good candidates for conventional surgery. It has also lessened the risks and brought this solution into favor as weight-control therapy.
The surgery is combined with extensive pre- and post-op counseling and support. Potential patients attend seminars that educate them on the procedure as well as ways to successfully keep weight off for the long run. Nutritionists and dietitians are on staff to help people commit to lifestyle changes and to learn how to form better eating habits. Support groups made up of counselors and former patients help people set goals and implement measures that keep the pounds from coming back.
This personalized approach is key to the success of the program. Being informed on what to expect and having support after the operation helps people get the maximum benefit of the surgery and enjoy a new life free from obesity.
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