A Complete Solution For Obesity
Posted on July 21, 2008, under Health.
Obesity is a lifestyle disease resulting in various medical problems.The most common diseases which stem from excessive weight are diabetes, heart disease, stroke, cancer and hypertension.To counter obesity, the refore, practical science based solutions are needed.A solution that combines the best of today’s medical technology with proven principles for healthy lifestyle change.
A new development in obesity management is the complete medical based program-MOP(Myovatec Obesity Program).This has been introduced by Myovatec Surgical Systems in India market, in their own centres.MOP offers an integrated solution in weight loss by incorporating a medical based solution of BIB-an Intragastric Balloon-placed in the stomach and inflated with salin.The BIB is a medically supervised, internationally proven method that helps one control weight without the risks of surgery or the side effects of drugs.
The BIB helps in transforming the body in a safe and effective manner, improving the patient’s health and enhancing his/her life.It is a soft, silicone balloon that is inserted into the stomach and filled with saline.With the balloon, the patient feels sated and therefore, does not feel hungry.The BIB is a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical obesity management solution.Andآ it is used only after complete medical assessment of the patient.The out patient procedure generally takes 20-30 minutes.
The patient is put on liquid diet for first week, thereafter one can resume solid diet.The program incorporates a diet regulation and periodic medical assessment.The balloon is removed after 6 months and the average weight loss is 15-25 kg during a span of 6 months, depending on patient compliance.With the help of BIB, the patient adapts to the lifestyle changes needed to lose weight.
Sue Massey on July 21, 2008
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