May 2, 2019 anxiety | fatigue | insomnia | sleep Gillian Griffith

Presurgery Insomnia: 5 Pro Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep Before Your Procedure

When it comes to having a successful surgery experience, ensuring you’re well rested is key. But how, exactly, do you get a good night’s sleep when your head hits the pillow and all you can think about is your upcoming procedure? Not to fear, friends—today, we’re breaking down five pro tips for beating presurgery insomnia. […]

April 18, 2019 acupuncture | alternative medicine | anxiety | circulation | integrative medicine | pain Jamie Fletcher

Acupuncture and Surgery: Can It Help You?

When it comes to surgery, you’re immediately promoted to ‘manager’: you’ll likely have to manage pain, mobility limitations, digestive issues, poor sleep, inflammation, and other unfortunate side effects. Not exactly the “promotion” you were looking for? We don’t blame you. Your physician will be your “assistant manager,” providing you with the medical support you need […]

April 8, 2019 my surgery story | oral surgery Jamie Fletcher

My Surgery Story: Having Salivary Gland Surgery

Whether its nail biting, finger tapping, hair twirling, we all have our nervous habits. And for the most part, they tend to be relatively harmless. But, if you happen to be a bit accident prone like me then maybe your bad habit turned into a bit more of an issue than a personal quirk. In […]

March 26, 2019 appetite | nutrition | postop diet Katie Fletcher

Stimulating Your Appetite After Surgery

You’ve done it! You made it through a safe and successful surgery. While the hardest part may be largely behind you, the process of healing and recovery may require additional work to get you back feeling your best. And although ample bedrest and T.V. time are certainly warranted (if not essential) during the early post-surgery […]

March 14, 2019 opioid | pain | painkillers Gillian Griffith

Opioids for Pain Management: An Addiction Crisis

From back pain to lingering knee issues to sports injuries, more than one in three Americans deal with chronic or severe pain (ouch!). It makes sense, then, that patients often turn to physicians for prescription help when over-the-counter pain relievers don’t quite do the trick. But, with a slew of physicians prescribing opioids for pain […]

March 12, 2019 exercise | fitness | hot yoga Gillian Griffith

A Guide to Hot Yoga for Beginners: What to Expect & How to Make the Most Out of the Workout

When it comes to preparing for surgery, there’s one rule we can’t stress enough: the stronger and healthier you are when going under anesthesia, the easier and faster your recovery will be. Today, then, we wanted to focus on a workout that’s all about building strength and improving health: hot yoga. From what to bring […]

March 7, 2019 mental health | mood | nutrition Katie Fletcher

Mood Boosting Foods To Beat the Post-Op Blues

Only halfway through your first week of post-op recovery and already re-watched every one of your favorite movies? Tired of having to pass up social outings for an evening spent scrolling through social media? If each passing minute of rest and relaxation feels like it drags on for hours on end, you might just be […]

February 14, 2019 anxiety | cbd | mental health | stress Gillian Griffith

CBD for Anxiety: Is The Popular Compound a Viable Treatment for Pre-Surgery Nerves?

If you’re getting ready to go under the knife, you might find yourself a little (or more than a little)  anxious. After all, fear of the unknown—especially when that unknown involves being unconscious—is extremely common and completely valid. So what, exactly, can you do to help calm the uneasiness you’re feeling as your procedure approaches? […]

January 25, 2019 exercise | muscle | recovery Gillian Griffith

How Soon Can I Work Out After Surgery? Tips for Getting Back to Your Fitness Routine After Going Under

While it’s important to take adequate rest after surgery to ensure the best possible recovery, many of us are itching to get back into our fitness routine as soon as possible. However, it’s important to take precautions to make sure you don’t compromise your health or safety. There are several things to consider before jumping […]

January 11, 2019 nicotine | Smoking | tobacco | vaping Gillian Griffith

Vaping Before Surgery: Do I Have To Quit Too?

With the rise in vaping and e-cigarette popularity, it’s left many wondering whether this new method of smoking poses the same health risks as traditional forms, especially when it comes to surgery. The verdict is still out on whether or not vaping is actually a safer means of smoking, with mounting evidence to suggest the […]