What Should I Do if I Have a Hernia?
If you discover an odd bulge in your abdomen or groin area, speak to your family doctor. They may diagnose you with a hernia. While
November 15, 2021
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How to Reduce Inflammation by Improving Your Diet
Arthritis is a common inflammatory joint condition that causes joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. This condition will often worsen with age and can result in
October 15, 2021
What Happens During Foot and Ankle Arthroscopy Surgery?
Being able to move our bodies without pain is an important part of our overall physical and mental health. If you’re struggling with foot or
September 6, 2021
What Should I Expect When Undergoing a Total Hip Replacement?
Hip pain can severely disrupt your life and mobility. It can cause poor sleep, constant pain, reduced mobility and activity, and ultimately reduce your quality
August 20, 2021
What Should I Expect After Balloon Sinuplasty Surgery?
Struggling with chronic sinusitis is uncomfortable and can reduce your quality of life. If you haven’t responded to medication, your ENT (ear, nose, throat) specialist
July 30, 2021
What Should I Expect When Undergoing Total Knee Replacement Surgery?
Whether you’re thinking about having a total knee replacement or you’re currently in the works of setting up a consultation, it’s important to do your
July 8, 2021
How Does Diet Affect My Joint Health?
If you struggle with joint pain, you may have already been prescribed medication to reduce the pain and slow joint degeneration. You might also perform
May 21, 2021
5 Facts You Should Know Before Your Vasectomy Reversal
If you’re considering undergoing a Vasectomy Reversal, you may be doing a lot of research to learn more about the procedure, success rate, recovery time,
March 16, 2021
How to Manage Chronic Pain at Home
Chronic pain is a common issue that affects many people while they’re waiting for their diagnosis or surgery. While medical intervention can lessen or even
February 22, 2021
How Should I Prepare for Knee Replacement Surgery?
If you’ve been struggling with progressive joint pain and difficulty walking, knee replacement surgery may be the right choice for you. Knee replacement surgery can
January 28, 2021
What is Osteoarthritis and Will I Need Joint Replacement Surgery?
If debilitating joint pain is impacting your ability to live normally, you may have a condition called osteoarthritis. While osteoarthritis can cause mild but tolerable
January 14, 2021
Is Hip Pain Disrupting Your Sleep?
Joint pain can make it difficult to fall asleep, as you’re likely distracted by the pain and tossing and turning to find a comfortable sleeping
December 22, 2020
How Can I Prepare for Hip Replacement Surgery?
If you’ve struggled with hip pain and mobility issues, you’re probably looking forward to your hip replacement surgery and returning to your normal life. However,
December 7, 2020
What is a Hernia and What are My Treatment Options?
Do you experience pain, aching or pressure when doing normal activities, such as lifting, coughing, or running? Do you feel a bulge or swelling around
November 20, 2020
Do I Have Sinusitis and How Can I Treat It?
Pressure headache. A runny, congested nose. Exhaustion. Difficulty breathing. Sinus issues can majorly disrupt your everyday life by interfering with your ability to work, socialize,
November 3, 2020
Six Questions to Ask Before Travelling Abroad for Surgery
If you’re one of many Canadians looking for rapid access to surgery, you might feel tempted by the growing medical tourism industry. Medical tourism sounds
October 15, 2020
5 Ways to Care for Your Joints
You’re lounging in your favourite chair reading the paper and the dog barks outside. Lifting yourself out of the chair, you hear the familiar sound
September 28, 2020
Remove Loose Skin After Weight Loss Surgery and Regain Your Confidence
Losing excess weight is an accomplishment to be proud of, whether you did it through diet and lifestyle changes, or you underwent bariatric weight loss
August 24, 2020
Pain Management During Uncertain Times
Living in uncertain times presents new challenges for everyone as we learn to adapt our everyday routines and lifestyle to our “new normal”. However, those
July 27, 2020
Clearpoint Health Network Is the Canadian Choice for Patients Who Are Considering Travelling for Independent Healthcare
Where you live used to make a huge difference in wait times for surgery. Prior to the current healthcare crisis, seven of Canada’s ten provinces
July 21, 2020
Canadians have option for rapid access to hip, knee replacements
If you’re considering travelling to the U.S. for hip or knee replacements, there are options closer to home. Many Canadians are choosing to travel to have their
August 7, 2019
5 Surprising Benefits of Bariatric Surgery
Is bariatric surgery on your mind? Whether you’ve recently had bariatric surgery or are considering a future weight loss procedure, you may be curious about
March 22, 2019
How Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery Helps with Diabetes
Are you overweight or obese and suffering from type 2 diabetes? Do you feel like you’ve tried every diet or workout plan out there, and
January 23, 2019
Culture Of Excellence At SmartShape Weight Loss Centres Continues To Reap Rewards
SmartShape receives unprecedented unreserved accreditation for 3 more years The team at our SmartShape Weight Loss and Clearpoint Surgical Centre Toronto have always been committed to their mission of providing
November 5, 2018
A Lingering Cold May Be More Than Just a Cold
A lingering cold may be more than just a cold. You may have Sinusitis. See how Balloon Sinuplasty can help you. It’s past allergy and
October 19, 2018
New to plastic and cosmetic surgery? Read our introductory guide
Common procedures, benefits and differences What are common reasons to get plastic surgery for restorative purposes? Injuries to the hands, legs, skull, and face, often
September 10, 2018
Balloon Sinuplasty: Less invasive endoscopic sinus surgery
As a relatively new and minimally invasive procedure, Balloon Sinuplasty may be something that many doctors would not have known about or recommended to their
May 14, 2018
What to know about MICA bunion surgery procedure
A Hallux Valgus, more commonly known as a bunion, is a large, protruding bump on the side of the big toe. Bunions can cause swelling,
February 23, 2018
When is the Right Time to Get Botox and Fillers?
Many women consider Botox® and fillers when they begin to see signs of aging. While both Botox® and fillers are used for the face, they
February 23, 2018
Unsightly Bunions? Learn about the MICA Cosmetic Orthopaedic Procedure!
What is a Hallux Valgus? What is a Bunion? A Hallux Valgus and a Bunion are actually the same thing! Hallux Valgus is just the
February 23, 2018
Are We Our Own Worst Critic?
Sometimes we can be our own worst critics. Most people engage in occasionally comparing their looks and features to that of others – be they
February 23, 2018
When do you know if it’s time for cosmetic surgery or a non-surgical treatment option?
Have you always hated that hump in your nose? Are your wrinkles just a little too obvious? Or, maybe it is that extra skin you still
February 23, 2018