Imagine a world where spine surgery patients bounce back faster and face fewer hurdles. This is the promise of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols. These are like special roadmaps designed to speed up recovery and dodge complications. A recent study explored the long-term impac
Doctors performing laser treatments are always on the lookout for ways to make procedures safer and more effective. Six Sigma's DMAIC method offers a structured approach to achieve this. Imagine a doctor aiming to enhance laser resurfacing and tattoo removal. They start by defining clear objectives
Imagine tiny sensors, similar to those found in smartphones, revolutionizing stroke recovery. These sensors, called Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), can detect even the slightest movements, offering a more precise way to measure balance issues. This could be a significant advancement for stroke su
Diabetes can cause serious foot issues, like ulcers. These ulcers are not only painful but also costly to treat. Most of the time, they can be avoided with the right care. However, there aren't many tools out there to help patients manage their foot health effectively. Enter the world of smart sock
In Australia, a group of people with a rare muscle condition called Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM) took the lead in a study. This condition makes it hard for people to move around and do daily tasks. The study wanted to find out what challenges these people face and what they think is most important
In the Netherlands, over 545, 900 people are dealing with COPD, a condition that makes breathing difficult. The Royal Dutch Society for Physiotherapy has guidelines to help manage this condition. Recently, these guidelines were updated to include activity trackers (ATs). These devices monitor physic
Organ transport these days is a lot different than it used to be. For most of history, organs were kept on ice during transit before transplant. But that's not the case anymore. Imagine this: a kidney being pumped with a nutrient-rich solution, tracking its journey to the recipient. Now imagine tha
In the intense world of a ICU, every decision can make or break a patient's day. Especially in the case of aortic dissection (AD), a critical medical emergency where fluid management becomes a crucial element in patient recovery. Fluid management is about getting the balance right, neither too much
Young people the rate of people having a hard time sleeping at night because of kidney disease are a lot even higher than you imagine. The bad news is that this type of problem is usually accompanied by sleep apnea of some type or form. Currently, there is a host of reasons why kidney dis
Brains are super important, and wear and tear from injuries and stress can impact them a long time. These are not just problems for brain experts. ICU caregivers and anesthesiologists have to pay attention and act; People who work in these areas don’t only face the possibility of medical errors.
