When you are experiencing pain or discomfort, you want to get it addressed properly. For many situations, this means having a surgical procedure performed to address the root cause of the problem. Here at Carolinas Center for Surgery, we have helped thousands of people from Jacksonville, NC and the surrounding area...
A urologist is a medical professional whose practice focuses on the urinary tract in men, women, and children. As such, a urologist can diagnose and treat conditions that range from frequent urination to reproductive health problems. More specifically, a urologist may provide care for conditions related to the urethra, kidneys, and...
A hip replacement is a major procedure with considerable recovery time. Everyone’s experience may be slightly different, as the recovery timeline can depend a lot on your age, health, diet and how active you were before the surgery. However, the guideline below can give you a general idea for...
Most of us know how frustrating it can be to struggle with our weight. If you have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via diet and exercise, you may wish to consider weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery. This procedure is recommended for patients who are at least 100lbs...
Knee replacement surgery might make you feel uneasy, so it helps to know what you might expect before, during and after this type of procedure. What to expect before knee replacement surgery Every knee replacement we perform begins with a professional consultation with our team at Carolinas Center for Surgery....
Are you suffering from some muscle and joint pain? Experiencing less range of motion? Could it just be a sign of aging? Is it nothing more than a minor injury that will heal on its own? That’s always possible, but it’s equally as likely to be something that needs professional treatment....
Choosing a spine surgeon isn’t a decision to be taken lightly. Spine surgery is a major procedure, so it’s important to carefully consider your options and select an orthopedic surgeon who you can trust with your health and quality of life. Below are five things to look for when choosing...
The thought of undergoing breast cancer surgery might frighten you, but much of that fear can be attributed to the unknown. Knowing what to expect about your procedure can alleviate much of the nervousness you might have surrounding your procedure. Below is a look at what you can...
When Is BOTOX® Right for My Migraine Headaches?
What is Botox? While Botox can be used for cosmetic reasons such as reducing wrinkles, it can also be used to help patients who suffer from chronic, sometimes debilitating headache disorders. In 2010, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of onabotulinumtoxin-A (Botox-A) injection therapy to effectively help reduce...
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BOTOX® for Migraines: What to Expect
Many people are unaware that the benefits of BOTOX® treatment go well beyond smoothing out forehead wrinkles. For over a decade BOTOX® has been an approved and highly effective treatment option for relieving severe paroxysmal headaches, better known as migraines. If you’re suffering debilitating, recurring migraines that disrupt your life, it’s...
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