The LAP-BAND® surgery offers countless benefits above and beyond its main goal of large volume weight loss. Because obesity is linked to more than 30 potentially serious health problems, it makes sense that once LAP-BAND® patients drop pounds, they see results in the form of improvements in these related health problems.
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is one health issue that can be positively affected after the LAP-BAND® procedure. A common condition in severely overweight individuals, hypertension can endanger healthy arteries and increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. If you currently suffer from hypertension, your doctor has most likely filled you in on all of the ways this condition can threaten your health.
Hope for People With Hypertension
The American Association for the Treatment of Clinical Obesity reports that a weight loss of just 10 percent of body weight can improve obesity-related medical problems like hypertension. It has been suggested by several sources that nearly 80 percent of patients with hypertension are able to stop their blood-pressure reducing medication routines after having the LAP-BAND® surgery. Your experienced LAP-BAND® surgeon will present some statistics and detail how this procedure has helped many patients beat hypertension.
A Healthier Future After LAP-BAND®
LAP-BAND® has also been shown to improve other potentially life-threatening conditions, including diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Remember that obesity is a major risk factor for heart attack, and that weight loss can dramatically reduce your risks. Other conditions that can improve? Asthma, arthritis, sleep apnea, respiratory problems, metabolic conditions, and circulatory disorders.
LAP-BAND® can help patients lose weight immediately, with gradual loss of pounds over several years. Often, LAP-BAND® patients will see improvement of conditions like hypertension in a matter of months. The immense enhancement in quality of life and health status are priceless benefits that can encourage longevity and happiness.
Find out how the popular LAP-BAND® procedure can improve overall health and enjoyment of life. To discuss the benefits of LAP-BAND® and your weight-loss goals, please contact Dr. Gerald Kirshenbaum at Lap Band Rockies today.
