What is Glaucoma and what does it entail? Glaucoma is a group of diseases in which there is an increase in intraocular pressure, damaging the optic nerve, causing irreversible damage to it and consequently to the visual field, which can…
Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of walking pain at the point where the plantar fascia attaches to the heel bone on its inner portion, often associated with the presence of a small bony protrusion called a heel spur…
On Saturday, July 2nd, starting at 9:00 AM, our expert endocrinologists will be available to provide information on the health status of your thyroid and parotid glands. Screening will be available by appointment, either by visiting the Secretariat of the…
Every time you walk, run, ride a bike, play sports, or sit in front of the computer, your hips are involved. In particular, certain types of sports such as soccer, dancing, or martial arts, put a lot of strain on…
Breast implants are inserted through incisions made by the surgeon in order to increase breast size. The decision to undergo this procedure is based on aesthetic reasons and will result in the appearance of scars. To achieve an optimal result,…
Undergoing a breast augmentation surgery is a choice that often brings concerns and doubts related to the type of procedure, the shape, and the type of implants. The latter choice has been positively influenced by a shift that began around…
During breast surgery, breast implants can be placed either under the pectoral muscle or chest wall (submuscular implantation) or between the breast tissue and the chest muscle (subglandular implantation). Most surgeons place breast implants under the chest muscle as this…
On November 25th, the MiniHospital "Sandro Pertini" will host an open day on physiotherapy with a focus on a more common problem than one might think: cervicalgia. Thanks to the support of our excellent physiotherapists, it will be possible to…
A breast augmentation surgery entails a relatively straightforward postoperative course, considering that the procedure is not overly demanding. While there may be recommended practices for all patients to follow, the timing and methods can vary on a case-by-case basis. Rest…
Every surgical procedure carries a certain percentage of risk that varies depending on the type of procedure. Although rare, standard surgical risks inherent to any surgical procedure include: reaction to anesthesia, bleeding, infection, and poor healing. Even rarer, looking at…