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29th Mar, 2024
Enough people have asked me why on earth adult diapers as so expensive, so I did a little digging. There are, as you might imagine, several factors contributing to the seemingly crazy excessive cost of adult diapers that millions of Americans must buy because of bladder and bowel leakage. Let's review. Factors Driving Up The Cost Of Adult Diapers Inflation: No shocker, but inflation means everything… Read more »
22nd Mar, 2024
One of the most frequently asked questions relating to bariatric surgery is whether someone qualifies for the procedure at a certain weight. "Can I get bariatric surgery at 190 pounds?" is something many people search online or ask our center directly. The short answer is yes, especially if your height is lower than 5'2". But the longer answer is worth the read to understand exactly… Read more »
15th Mar, 2024
A recent study commented on the increased risk of depression among people with obesity, an association we have long observed in clinical practice. Previous research indicates that depression and obesity tend to run together, meaning that the heavier we are, the more likely we are to be depressed. But the reverse is also true: the more we lose some of that weight and move toward… Read more »
15th Mar, 2024
Let’s face it: dogs are the absolute best. And as an expert in incontinence, I can confidently say that dog-walking can indeed be a beneficial form of pelvic floor exercise, particularly for humans. Let me explain. The Pelvic Floor Benefits Of Walking Your Dog Consistent movement. Dog-walking involves consistent movement, which is key to strengthening the pelvic floor muscles. As you walk, your pelvic floor… Read more »
8th Mar, 2024
Despite the successes of GLP-1 medications and bariatric surgery, the obesity epidemic continues as a public health disaster globally. The prevalence of obesity long ago reached alarming levels, needlessly killing 300,000 Americans annually, and leading to appallingly increased morbidity and healthcare costs. If we truly wish to reduce the dreadful increases in stroke, heart attack, and degenerative joint disease obesity has brought us, it is… Read more »
8th Mar, 2024
Today I saw a wonderful patient who recently turned 70 and decided it was finally time to do something about her overactive bladder problem, after more than ten years of leakage, pads and getting up at night. The good news is her trouble can be solved with a simple 20-minute procedure, but I had to ask why it had taken so long to seek help.… Read more »
1st Mar, 2024
The minimum weight for bariatric surgery is often a lot lower than people think. And it is not because the surgeons just want to do more cases or make more money, but rather because the health data shows unambiguously that illness goes down and health improves after bariatric surgery—even at lower weights than we once imagined. The Newest Guidelines For Minimum Weight Requirements The newest… Read more »
1st Mar, 2024
Those who are interested in weight-loss surgery inevitably have questions, and one relates to potential disqualifications. What disqualifies you from getting bariatric surgery? There are a few things that means someone isn't a candidate, including active drug abuse, untreated high risk health conditions like heart problems, and in most centers, failing to quit smoking tobacco. But the main reason most people seem to be "disqualified"… Read more »
23rd Feb, 2024
The pelvic floor is getting more recognition, and rightfully so. According to a recent article in The New York Times, nearly one in three women suffers from a pelvic floor disorder, most commonly urinary or bowel incontinence, pain or prolapse. The article goes on to offer a series of helpful exercises that coordinate breathing and movement, which may help mitigate pelvic floor problems— including incontinence. What… Read more »
23rd Feb, 2024
https://youtu.be/T9Vg2jc0BE4?si=0gTSl1EWJUlrdgRJ Dr. Sasse's patient Laura shares her experience with incontinence, including what prompted her to seek treatment. Hear how sacral neuromodulation has given Laura her life back and why anyone experiencing symptoms of incontinence should schedule a consultation. Read more »