Posts Tagged ‘physical therapy’

Monday,October 19th, 2009

by Denise

Wooridul Hospital is one of the most famous spinal facilities in the world. Located in Seoul, South Korea, the facility is famous for not only its spinal care and spinal surgical procedures. Healthcare costs and long wait times in Canada, the U.S. and Western Europe encourage international travelers to visit this world-class, state-of-the-art medical facility for the best in spinal surgery and treatments.

The Wooridul Hospital specializes in percutaneous endoscopic lumbar, cervical, and thoracic discectomy procedures as well as laparoscopic spinal discectomy and fusion and also offer spine rehabilitation exercise, physical therapy, pain control, and spinal function improvement. For any type of spine care, from disc replacement to kyphoplasty, medical and support staff at Wooridul Hospital offer certified and accredited, highly trained and experienced physicians and surgeons to meet the needs of travelers experiencing back pain, conditions or limited range of motion caused by medical disease conditions, accidents, or trauma.

The need for spinal care and surgery are anticipated to increase as the generation of Baby Boomers also increases. Baby Boomers, those defined as being born between 1946 and 1964, are staying more active, living longer, and enjoying a richer, more quality filled lifestyle due to treatments, procedures and techniques engaged by physicians and surgeons at Wooridul Hospital.

For spine surgery in Korea, or the best neurosurgery surgeon in Seoul, Korean spine surgeons and the Wooridul Hospital offer the best spine center in the region. As a spine specialist hospital, the focus is on spine pain management, techniques, procedures and surgeries that help restore quality of life, pain free living, and greater mobility for international patients.

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Thursday,October 15th, 2009

by Denise

Orthopedic surgery can be performed in the treatment of the knee and hip joint replacements, as well as arthroscopic surgeries at the knee, shoulder, elbow or ankle joints.  Those suffering from sports injuries as well as dramatic injuries resulting from fractures may benefit from orthopedic surgery. 

 

Orthopedic surgeries may include but are not limited to:

 

·         Total Joint Replacement of Hip or Knee

·         Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery

·         Anterior Cruciate Ligament

·         Hip Abrasion Arthroplasty

·         Knee Abrasion Arthroplasty

·         Hip Resurfacing

·         Arthroplasty

·         Arthroscopic Surgery

·         Hand Surgery

·         Avascular Necrosis

·         Arthritis

 

Orthopedic surgeries have developed a multitude of various sub-surgeries and sub-specialties, including hand, foot and back surgeries. Careful research and knowledge will help patients to understand the process they are going through, as well as to provide in-depth knowledge of surgical and healing processes.

 

Arthritis and joint replacement surgeries and treatments are growing, as does the Baby Boomer generation around the world, as well as individuals seeking better health and wellness technologies for antiaging treatments and preventive care.

 

International destinations such as Terme Selce     in Croatia have become leaders in sports medicine, sports medicine physical therapy, orthopedic and kinesiotherapy treatments, and specialize in sports injuries and physical therapy for all ages. The Terme Selce facility also offers age management, anti aging and medical spa treatments that offer holistic healing methodologies and programs for international patients coming from Central and Western Europe, Asia and as far as the Americas.

 

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Thursday,August 13th, 2009

by Denise

Love playing sports but don’t love what it’s done to your body? Do you need surgery, rehab therapy or some help repairing and re-training those torn rotator cuffs, blown knees or aching hips?

 

Physical therapy and rehabilitation involves the regaining of strength and mobility in an injured body area or part following a sports or recreational injury. Physical therapy is designed to help individuals regain strength without furthering injury using a variety of methods. The goals and type of treatment any individual might undergo is determined by the type and seriousness of the injury.

 

Kinesiology is the study of human movement in relation to how the body functions. It can be applied in several different ways, including biomechanics, physiotherapy, and exercise physiology as well as psychomotor behavior and training. A trained kinesiologist may be involved or specialize in:

 

·         Rehabilitation

·         Function and performance

·         Recreation and exercise

·         Enhanced movement and function

 

The plan of action is to encourage individuals to regain optimal function and mobility. Medical travelers venturing to locations in Mexico such as Ageless Wonders Panama or Artemis Health Institute in India or locations like Terme Selce     in Croatia, Grand Resort Bad Ragaz in Switzerland in Europe may save thousands of dollars on the cost of physical therapy, rehabilitation, sports massage and additional treatments in the field as per recommendations by a physician.

 

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Wednesday,August 5th, 2009

by Denise

When choosing a medical destination for your needs, your first thoughts (if you live in the U.S.) are Mexico and Thailand or Singapore. But today’s savvy medical travelers, including Europeans, are finding the best of the best in places like Croatia. What do travelers find in Croatia? The best in cosmetic dentistry and surgery and some of the best medical spas in the world.

 

Croatia was officially recognized as its own country in 1992, following years of war and conflict. Since then, Croatians have determined to become a focal point for European travelers as well as a global destination that offers the best in tourism, accommodations, dining, entertainment and UNESCO World Heritage Sights. Two such sights, Plitvice Lakes and the Old City of Dubrovnik, draw thousands of visitors a year. Croatia is proud of her many National Parks and islands and the infamous Danube, which attracts visitors looking for classic romance in the city of Vukovar.

 

Croatia is an extremely competitive health and medical destination for safe and affordable treatments not only for neighboring Europeans, but travelers from North and South America as well. Croatia is known for superlative care, treatments and procedures in dental and cosmetic surgery, physical therapy and rehab. With state of the art facilities, equipment and expertise, Croatia is building a growing reputation for the best service that still beats medical or health costs from throughout Europe and North America.

 

Locations such as Terme Selce in Croatia or world-renowned Dr. Toncic’s Cosmetic Surgery Clinic in Zagreb offer medical spa treatment, anti aging therapies, detox and cosmetic surgeries and executive healthchecks, just to name a few, all at affordable costs, including transportation. If you’re thinking of crossing borders for medical treatment, don’t limit yourself. Qualified, expert and affordable medical care is available out there - in a place you never expected.

 

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Friday,July 10th, 2009

by Denise

Do you play sports? Work hard? Is your job physically demanding? If so, chances are you’ve injured yourself at some point in your life. Orthopedic injury and the need for orthopedic care, as well as numerous facilities and experts to take care of bone fracture rehabilitation, sports injuries or any type of traumatic injury caused by sports is the job of a sports medicine specialist.

 

Sports medicine is a special field of care within the health industry that focuses mainly on injury or prevention of sports injury to those involved in sports, fitness fields and various forms of recreation. The field may be practices by a Medical Doctor (M.D.) or a Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) to provide a wide range of services.

 

A medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy or even a surgeon may specialize in one or more fields of sports medicine practice, including:

 

  • Sports Medicine Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Sports Medicine Injury Prevention
  • Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
  • Kinesiology
  • Massage

 

Depending on the location, type and severity of an injury and the diagnosis and treatment of it, physical therapy and rehabilitative services can cost tens of thousands of dollars for individuals. In some cases, a health insurance policy may cover some costs, but not all. In the United States, limitations and exclusions on policy coverage may severely inhibit full recovery. Medical travelers venturing to locations in Mexico and South America, Asia or locations in Europe such as Terme Selce in Croatia or the Grand Resort Bad Ragaz facility in Switzerland may save thousands of dollars on the cost of physical therapy, rehabilitation, sports massage and additional treatments in the field as per recommendations by a physician.

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Thursday,July 9th, 2009

by Denise

PlacidWay recently added two new medical tourism destinations centers to their database; the Grand Resort Bad Ragaz in Switzerland, and Terme Selce, located in Croatia. One of the leading and most popular health spas and golf resorts in Switzerland, the Grand Resort Bad Ragaz offers expert and quality care in fields such as sports medicine, obesity and nutrition, rheumatology, mental health, beauty and radiology. Over 70 staff members include specialists, consultants, and therapists, all certified and accredited in order to provide quality patient care and technologies.

Switzerland is one of the most gorgeous and luxurious of destinations, not only for many Europeans, but Americans and other international travelers. Offering the best in medical technology and state-of-the-art facilities such as Bad Ragaz, Switzerland is growing to be one of the most popular medical destinations around the globe in the decade.

Facilities in Croatia such as Terme Selce are also growing in popularity, especially with those such as Terme Selce, a high-tech facility that offers physical therapy, restorative care and rehabilitative care, stress management, and sports programs including prevention, diagnostics and therapies.

Croatia is an extremely competitive health and medical destination for safe and affordable treatments not only for neighboring Europeans, but travelers from North and South America as well. Croatia is known for superlative care, treatments and procedures in dental and cosmetic surgery, physical therapy and rehab. With state of the art facilities, equipment and expertise, Croatia is building a growing reputation for the best service that still beats medical or health costs from throughout Europe and North America.

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Friday,May 8th, 2009

by Denise

Are painful joint movements making it hard to enjoy life? Traveling abroad for orthopedic services might be just the answer for a number of aches and pains, such as sports injuries, knee and hip problems or even arthritis. Whether you need hip orthopedics or knee surgery treatment or orthopedics specialists, orthopedic medicine providers, orthopedics doctors and surgeons abroad can help you feel better, work better and play better.

 

Some of the most common orthopedic services include but are not limited to: hip replacement surgery (partial or total), hip joint resurfacing surgery, knee replacement surgery (partial or total), hand surgery, elbow surgery, and  shoulder surgery.

 

Surgical orthopedics and orthopedic surgery treatments help treat chronic diseases such as various forms of arthritis in the hands, knees and back. Depending on the type of procedure needed, surgery may take one or more hours, most often being performed under general anesthesia.

 

In many cases, recovery from most types of orthopedics surgery is quick with very little discomfort. Depending on the type of surgery, recovery time varies from two weeks to four months.  Physical and Occupational therapy usually follows any type of orthopedic surgical procedure, which will help restore muscle strength, coordination, and mobility. 

 

Using an orthopedic procedure to address joint or bone needs is ideal in becoming pain free. By undergoing the procedure, the chances of becoming mobile and increasing movement are drastically improved. Other orthopedic services and procedures include partial or total hip replacement surgery, as well as hip resurfacing surgery, partial or total knee replacement procedures and those that focus on hands, elbow, or shoulder joints.

 

Where can you find facilities that offer orthopedic procedures? Check out Medical Poland in Bydgoszcz, Poland for excellent orthopedic medical care and a pleasant experience. In addition, look at MediAccess in Cape Town, South Africa for world class medical care.

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Thursday,March 12th, 2009

by Denise

Croatia is an extremely competitive health and medical destination for safe and affordable treatments not only for neighboring Europeans, but travelers from North and South America as well.

 

Medical tourism in Croatia offers superlative care, treatments and procedures in dental and cosmetic surgery, physical therapy and rehab. Physical therapy in Croatia such as that offered by Terme Selece is just one example. With state of the art facilities, equipment and expertise, Croatia is building a growing reputation for the best service that still beats medical or health costs from throughout Europe and North America.

 

Many of the most popular facilities are located in the country’s capital of Zagreb. Clinics in Zagreb such as the Cosmetic Surgery Clinic offer medical travelers the best of technology. Visitors are also offered exposure to thousand year old traditions and buildings, foods and entertainments. Whether you find yourself in Zagreb, Selce or visiting doctors in Rovinj at the Trident for low cost dental care, medical travelers can expect the best in service, experience and expertise for their medical and dental needs.

 

No matter where you’ve been before, Croatia is bound to take your breath away. Take care of your medical needs and recuperate in one of the most picturesque destinations in the world. Croatia is guaranteed to inspire and amaze with her wealth of outdoor adventures, classic architecture and ancient ruins.

 

Some great medical facilities are found in Croatia’s major cities, such as Terme Selce, located in Selce and Trident, located in Rovinj. Both facilities offer state-of-the-art technology and adhere to excellence in services and procedures. For highly trained surgeons and quality procedures and treatments in a variety of medical fields, check out Croatia. You’ll be more than surprised.

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