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Guidance on staying well in Bali, travel-health advice and updates from across the BIMC network — written by our medical teams.
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closeClear filtersTerapi Radiofrekuensi di BIMC Pain Clinic
Terapi Radiofrekuensi di BIMC Pain Clinic — Terapi radiofrekuensi (RF) adalah salah satu tindakan yang dilakukan di BIMC Pain Clinic untuk mengurangi nyeri. Tindakan ini adalah tindakan minimal invasif, yaitu tanpa pembedahan, dengan cara menyuntikkan sebuah jarum khusus yang dapat menghantarkan listrik. Aliran listrik radiofrekuensi akan menghasilkan gelombang khusus dan panas yang menumpulkan rasa nyeri
Interventional Pain Management
Interventional Pain Management — A report released in April by Research & Markets points out that the global opioids market size is growing at a staggering pace in Asia Pacific largely due to increasing geriatric population, coupled with a focus on palliative care. And rising prevalence of disease conditions with chronic pain, such as cancer,
Knee Arthroscopy at BIMC
Knee Arthroscopy at BIMC — This past April witnessed Tiger Woods winning the Masters for the fifth time, his first since 2008. And what makes his return to prominence, at 43 years old, nothing short of miraculous is that it came after a series of well-documented knee problems. In December 1994 Woods underwent his first
Understanding the Value of Knee Arthroscopy
Understanding the Value of Knee Arthroscopy — BIMC today offers knee arthroscopy, a surgical technique that can diagnose and treat problems in the knee joint by allowing a very small incision where a tiny camera is inserted for our surgeon to view inside for a look at the issue clearly. According to a Health Line
Physiotherapy at BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua
Physiotherapy very effectively addresses physical complaints and issues such as pain, muscle weakness, joint stiffness and functional abilities by using electro therapy (ACT) methods, actinotherapy (electromagnetic spectrum rays), hydrotherapy (water pressure), manual and exercise therapy. BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua provides physiotherapy services to assist the healing process of disease, post surgical recovery / surgery, growth disorders
Pain Syndrome Health Talk for Hotel Group
Pain Syndrome Health Talk for Hotel Group — Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition, which often affects one limb (arm, leg, hand, or foot) usually after an injury and lasting greater than six months. It is more common in women and can occur in anyone at any age, with a peak at
BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua Gives Health Talk at Level 21
BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua Gives Health Talk at Level 21 — Celebrating World Health Day, Level 21 Mall Denpasar held a series of events from Feb 2-7. The special day provided coloring and art competitions for kids and fashion shows alongside health stalls and a health talk from BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua on the topic
Knee Pain Therapy Affordable
Knee pain is a common issue which can be caused by a sudden injury, an underlying condition or an overuse injury. The location of the pain depends on the structure of the joint that involves and the level of the joint pain can vary. Signs and symptoms include discomfort when walking, unable to bend the knee
Consider Alternatives to Pain Relief
Consider Alternatives to Pain Relief — Although opioids are the most ubiquitous response to treating pain today, they have limited long-term efficacy data and are known to cause abuse, addiction, and death. In 1999, the Joint Commission, which accredits more than 21,000 US healthcare organizations and programs, made pain the “fifth vital sign,” recognizing the problem
Soft Launching BIMC Pain Clinic
The First Pain Management Centre in South Bali, located at BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua, will hold its soft launch on Nov 22. Dr. Ketut Ngurah Gunapriya, Sp An, KIC, FIP will be the main speaker and provide a talk on the technique of pain management with demonstration on “intervention therapy.” The soft launching will be
Health Talk at the Conrad Bali
Doing its part to support the local Nusa Dua community, BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua held a Health Talk June 17 hosted by the Conrad Bali on the subject of chronic pain by BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua anesthesiologist, Dr. Cindy Herientta. Attended by some 50 staff of the Conrad Bali, the talk provided an interactive discussion
No Pain in Water Workouts
Pool workouts are growing in popularity providing better balance, agility and endurance, which is a great confidence boost for anyone who has shied away from exercise in the past. Pool exercises are great fat-burners, eating up a higher level of calories in a shorter time. The holiday island of Bali is an excellent place for
BIMC Pain Clinic
BIMC Nusa Dua now provides a healthcare facility focused on the comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis and multi-disciplinary treatment for various types of pain as well as chronic pain. Pain assessment is conducted by Dr. Ketut Ngurah Gunapriya, SpAn, KIC, FIPP. The BIMC Pain Clinic is open from Monday to Friday (9am-7pm). The pain specialists are available
Managing Chronic Back Pain By Dr. Ketut Ngurah Gunapriya, SpAn,KIC,FIPP
Back pain is one of the most common reasons someone seeks medical attention, in fact about 80 percent of adults experience lower back pain at some point in their lifetimes. Men and women are equally affected by lower back pain, which can range in intensity from a dull to constant ache to a sudden, sharp
BIMC to Host Specialist Workshop
PT GPD Indonesia will hold its national workshop at BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua Feb. 22-23 attended by 40 specialists from across the country, particularly members of PERDATIN (Perhimpunan Dokter Spesialis Anestesia dan Intensive Care Indonesia). The workshop: “Peripheral Nerve Entrapment Injection with Guided Ultrasound” will focus on guided injection techniques for a patient’s shoulder, elbow,
Managing Chronic Back Pain
By Dr. Ketut Ngurah Gunapriya, SpAn,KIC,FIPP Back pain is one of the most common reasons someone seeks medical attention in fact about 80 percent of adults experience lower back pain at some point in their lifetimes. Men and women are equally affected by lower back pain, which can range in intensity from a
Fitness Training the Functional Way
Over the years, we have witnessed a shift toward making training more functional, a concept originally used by physical therapists in rehabilitation exercises that mimic what patients did daily at home or work. This has proven to be highly beneficial so that patients can return to their lives or jobs after an injury or surgery.
Round Table Discussion on Ankle Injuries
BIMC Hospitals together with Siloam Hospitals Denpasar held a round table discussion at Lippo Sunset Plaza on February 27 on the topic of pain care related to ankle sprains and injuries. Dr. Erwin Saspraditya Sp.OT and Dr. Candra Wijanadi MD, CH gave their medical insight to 80 participants.
Manage Pain Safely
BIMC Hospital Group along with Siloam Hospital Denpasar, will hold a pain management event at Lippo Sunset Plaza, Saturday, December 19. The round table discussion will be presented by Dr. I Putu Pramana who specializes in orthopedic, neuro-system, trauma and post-operation and senior nurse, Arlina Ika Rahayu. The event will be moderated by Dr.
Hard to pronounce, easy to contract
Osteoporosis may not roll off the tongue easily, but globally, one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50 will contract it in their lifetime. A disease that literally means “porous bone,” it strikes silently, builds slowly, and the first symptom often is the bone’s fracturing. In Indonesia, where statistics
BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy Offers Revolutionary Treatment for a Variety of Injuries
BIMC Hospital has been providing PRP to those suffering chronic or acute joint pain for the past year and with great success. The simple injection safely uses one’s own blood plasma and complements BIMC’s non-surgical physical therapy options. Head of CosMedics Dept., Dr. Ridwan, says the procedure has proven popular for a growing number of
Revolutionary Treatment Comes To Bali
Indonesia’s leader in medical tourism, BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua, is now offering Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, a revolutionary new treatment for a variety of injuries. BIMC Hospital orthopedic surgeon Dr. Wien Aryana said the Bali-based hospital group is now providing PRP to those suffering chronic or acute joint pain. The simple injection that uses
Made Lonoyasa, Seven Years of Bedridden
Seven years ago, a severe accident would dramatically change the life of Madé Lonoyasa, a Balinese young man who fell over 10 meters from a coconut tree seriously damaging his spinal cord. Going from a healthy youngster who enjoyed his life in the Balinese countryside to bed-ridden with complete paralysis would be the start of
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
The carpal tunnel syndrome is compression of the median nerve which passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. This is a very common syndrome mostly complained by women aged 30 to 50. The incidence of carpal tunnel syndrome is 1-3 cases per 1000 subjects per year; prevalence is approximately 50 cases per 1000 subjects