IV therapy can be an excellent way to get the medications and/or transfusions that you need in order to feel your best. At Summit Healthcare, our IV therapy department works to provide our patients with comfortable, safe IV therapy in a relaxing setting. Here, we’ll explore what you can expect when you arrive for your […]
Chronic conditions can be difficult for even the toughest people to manage. By definition, these are diseases or disorders that last for more than a year, and around 60% of all Americans have at least one. Unfortunately, if they have multiple conditions, the stakes go up a notch. The Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center has […]
Cardiologists treat a variety of heart conditions that may include congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, cardiovascular disease, and heart failure. Successful treatments often include cardiac pulmonary rehabilitation. What are some of the signs of heart issues and cardiological treatments available? What is Cardiac Pulmonary Rehabilitation, and what are its benefits? We’ll dive into each of […]
Life isn’t easy when your kidneys aren’t working. But hemodialysis could give you a fresh start to go along with the fresh new year. Here’s how inpatient dialysis works and why you may want to consider it. What Is Hemodialysis? As it travels through your veins and arteries, blood acquires various waste materials, excess fluids, and salts. […]
Women and Infant Services programs are also referred to by names like Women Infants and Children or WIP programs, depending on which state you’re talking about. Regardless, the overall goal is clear: they aim to provide not only nutrition-based education and support but also health and social service referrals, breastfeeding support, and more. All these things […]
Undergoing serious surgery on the shoulder can be extremely physically taxing during the recovery process, especially if you are unsure of what to expect. Whether you’ve recently had shoulder surgery to repair an injury, address a degenerative disease, or even assist in restoring the function of your shoulder, preparing for rehabilitation exercises after shoulder surgery is always […]
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that causes neurological symptoms, including loss of vision, numbness, and weakness. The disease strips the myelin sheath around your nerve cells, which causes those and other symptoms. There is a lot of misinformation about multiple sclerosis, including these five myths. Myth #1: Multiple Sclerosis Only Affects Young, White Women False. […]
Reports from the American College of Rheumatology show that approximately 450,000 hip replacement surgeries are performed each year in the United States. This extremely common surgery has a high success rate, providing relief to patients who suffer from arthritic hip pain and other conditions. If you are thinking about getting hip surgery yourself, there are a few things […]
Every year, more than 790,000 total knee replacements are performed in the United States. This surgery can require a lengthy recovery for some patients. Findings presented by the Hospital for Special Surgery show that as much as 25 percent of all patients with osteoarthritis may be eligible for a partial knee replacement surgery as an effective alternative. Here is […]
Your body is an incredibly complex and intricate being. This is even more true when you peer deeper inside and get an idea of the inner workings of the brain and nervous system. So, as you can imagine, when issues start to appear within these systems and are beginning to affect the way you live […]
