February 23, 2023 mental health | pain | pain management | psychology | recovery Marissa Adams

Pain Management and Psychology

Pain is a complex and subjective experience that can have a significant impact on a person’s physical and emotional well-being. Pain management is an essential part of medical care, especially post-surgery, and psychology plays a crucial role in managing pain. Below we discuss the relationship between pain management and psychology, including the psychological factors that […]

February 9, 2023 alcohol | ERAS | healing | Infection | quitting alcohol | wound healing Marissa Adams

Alcohol and Wound Healing

Many of us have reached for alcohol at one time or another to relax, take the edge off of a difficult day or loosen up socially. However, excessive alcohol consumption can have negative effects on the body’s healing processes, including wound healing. Wound healing is a complex process that involves physiological and cellular responses that […]

January 26, 2023 statistics | surgery | surgical procedure | United States Marissa Adams

The Most Common Surgeries in the United States

The United States is home to some of the most advanced medical facilities and technologies in the world. As a result, the country sees a large number of surgical procedures being performed each year. Learn more about the most common surgeries performed in the United States, including their indications, outcomes, and potential complications. Cesarean section […]

January 12, 2023 cosmetic surgery | enhanced recovery | ERAS | plastic surgery | surgery | surgery prep Marissa Adams

New Year, New You? Considering Plastic Surgery

Are you considering plastic surgery this year? As always, the turning of the New Year has us setting goals and making plans for the coming 12 months. While some of us seek to improve our nutrition, fitness, habits, or relationships. Others will take the plunge on big decisions they have been mulling over like buying […]

December 27, 2022 enhanced recovery | ERAS | nutrition | surgery Gillian Griffith

Safely Skipping The Outdated “No Food or Drink After Midnight” Rule a.k.a NPO

If you’re getting ready to go in for surgery or if you’ve had surgery in the past, chances are you’re all too familiar with the “no food or drink after midnight” also called NPO. But have you ever stopped to wonder why, exactly, you can’t nourish yourself before a major event like surgery and—more importantly—if […]

September 22, 2022 anxiety | mental health | stress | surgery prep Jamie Fletcher

5 Quick Ways to Reduce Stress Before Surgery

Surgery is a stressful event no matter who you are. But we can’t let our fear keep us from getting the important medical attention we need. If you feel like you’re losing your nerve, and need to keep yourself calm try these easy tips to reduce stress before surgery.  1. Create a “Feel Good” Playlist […]

June 3, 2022 ERAS | Excercise | fitness | muscle | Muscle Atrophy | Physical Therapy | Prehab Marissa Adams

Muscle Atrophy After Surgery

The Quick Read The Deep Dive Being stuck in bed all day is never fun. What’s worse, prolonged periods of rest may lead to notable declines in overall muscle mass. Atrophy occurs when muscles are deprived of some or all of their normal activity, often following an injury or surgery that requires immobilization of the body. […]

September 29, 2021 amputation | amputee | posthesis | postop | postthetic | surgery Marissa Adams

Amputation Surgery: What to Know

If you or a loved one has an amputation surgery scheduled, you likely have endless questions about what to expect. There’s no question that amputation is one of the most physically and mentally taxing surgery experiences of all—but empowering yourself with knowledge can help ease some of the worry and stress surrounding your procedure. Today, […]

August 12, 2021 diet | ERAS | Healthy Eating | Preop Diet Gillian Griffith

Summer Preop Diet: Using the Healthy Flavors of Summer to Get Fit for Your Fall Surgery

Nutrition is one of the most important parts of any surgery—after all, how strong and healthy your body is going into surgery plays a pivotal role in the success of your procedure and how quickly you’ll be able to get back to normal afterward. If you’re getting ready to undergo a surgery in the fall, […]

July 19, 2021 opioid | opioids | pain | painkillers | Post Op | postop | Research Gillian Griffith

Research At-a-Glance: What Painkillers During Surgery Might Mean For Your Recovery

Did you know?  This study found that high doses of fentanyl (an opioid) during surgery caused higher levels of post-op pain and post-op vomiting. Similarly, this 2018 study found that the high use of remifentanil (another opioid patients are given during surgery to relieve pain) increased the need for early post-op painkiller consumption. In other words… The thought […]