Bone tissue grown by applying vibration to stem cells in new study
New technology to grow 3D bone tissue in the lab by applying vibration to stem cells has been developed by Scottish researchers.A team from the University of the West of Scotland and the University of Glasgow created the revolutionary technique, which could make it possible to carry out bone grafting in a way that is less painful and risky for patients.How the new method works Presented at the Royal Society's Summer Science Exhibition, the method involves vibrating stem cells to a microscopic degree at high speeds, thus triggering them into becoming bone-producing cells. This approach, called nanokicking, would produce...
Source: Arthritis Research UK - July 7, 2016 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: news
MDR Analysis: Does your medical device fall under the scope of new European regulations?
By Stewart Eisenhart and Ronald Boumans, Emergo Group
The draft MDR text (see page 32 for the definition) as well as its accompanying Annex XV (page 352) lay out clear indications as to which types of devices will have to comply with the new requirements and which will be covered by separate regulations. Before we go into detail, you might want to read last week’s high level overview of the MDR changes, or download our whitepaper on the MDR.
It is important to note that the MDR covers devices that previously fell under two separate European directives, the Medical Devices Directive (MDD) and the Active Implantable Medi...
Source: Mass Device - July 6, 2016 Category: Medical Equipment Authors: Fink Densford Tags: Blog Emergo Group Source Type: news
Googling 'liposuction'? Study shows low quality of online information
(Wolters Kluwer Health) Patients doing Internet searches to learn about liposuction will find overall 'very poor' quality of information, reports a study in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery--Global Open®, the official open-access medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - July 1, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news
Liposuction alternatives: Do fat-reduction devices work?
Get the scoop on nonsurgical ways to reduce unwanted body fat. (Source: MayoClinic.com - Ask a Specialist)
Source: MayoClinic.com - Ask a Specialist - May 4, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What Is Coolsculpting Or Cryolipolysis?
How cool is “Coolsculpting”, otherwise known as cryolipolysis or "fat freezing"? Well, placing what looks like a gigantic vacuum cleaner on your fat folds, doesn’t look very cool but is being touted as the non-invasive alternative to liposuction. (Please keep in mind that putting a regular vacuum cleaner on your fat folds does nothing.) But how effective and safe is cryolipolysis? (Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News)
Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News - February 24, 2016 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Bruce Y. Lee Source Type: news
Aspiring model with 3 LITRES of excess fluid in her leg due to lymphoedema
Meagan Barnard, 24, from Minneapolis, refused to wear a dress or skirt and was left feeling suicidal following cruel taunts about her right leg. She is now modelling to raise funds for liposuction. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - February 8, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Demand for cosmetic surgery rises 13 per cent
Face/neck lifts and liposuction top league table; latter particularly popular in menRelated items from OnMedicaNew cosmetic rules are too weak, say surgeonsPlans launched to make cosmetic surgery saferRoyal College sets out standards for cosmetic surgeonsDemand for cosmetic surgery waningPatients need ‘cool off’ time for cosmetic surgery decisions (Source: OnMedica Latest News)
Source: OnMedica Latest News - February 8, 2016 Category: UK Health Source Type: news
Skinspirations to Deliver CoolSculpting’s New “CoolMini” Fat-Busting...
Non-Invasive procedure cleared by FDA eliminates double chins and stubborn fat from other areas without liposuction or injections.(PRWeb December 16, 2015)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/12/prweb13131641.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - December 17, 2015 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
€23m spent on cosmetic surgery in public hospitals
5,587 patients had facelifts, liposuction, nose jobs and breast augmentation, says HSE (Source: The Irish Times - Health)
Source: The Irish Times - Health - December 15, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The “organic” Way to Younger Skin
What do you think when you hear about stem cells?
Perhaps you think they are “experimental” or you’re concerned about what you’ve read or heard in the news media about stem cells from embryos.
But there is a better way to view this therapy. Stem cells are part of your body and its own natural healing mechanism. In my view, they are probably the ultimate natural healer.
We began offering stem cell treatments last month at the Sears Institute of Anti-Aging Medicine — and the results have been just amazing.
I now use stem cells right across the anti-aging medical spectrum — from cosmetic procedures to treating chr...
Source: Al Sears, MD Natural Remedies - November 19, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Al Sears Tags: Anti-Aging anti-aging treatment fat transfer linoleic fats omega 3 omega diet organic skin stem cells Source Type: news
Two Mass. Companies Create Non-Invasive Devices To Treat Unwanted Fat
BOSTON (CBS) — Love handles, muffin tops, saddle bag. These are some of the many problem areas that Americans dread.
“Fat is the number one cosmetic issue among Americans,” says Dr. Mathew Avram, Director of the Dermatology Laser and Cosmetic Center at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Liposuction used to be the only option. Now there are two non-invasive treatments that are quickly becoming more popular.
“They both kind of do the same thing,” says Dr. Avram, “which is injuring the fat. One’s using cooling. One’s using heating.”
The non-invasive laser suctions and cools fat. (WBZ-TV)
CoolScu...
Source: WBZ-TV - Breaking News, Weather and Sports for Boston, Worcester and New Hampshire - November 5, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: larasalahi Tags: Health Local News Syndicated Local CBS Boston WBZ Source Type: news
Laser alternative to liposuction promises to zap fat
FDA-approved treatment offers a pain-free way to reduce fat - but it doesn't come cheap (Source: Health News: CBSNews.com)
Source: Health News: CBSNews.com - October 16, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
New Jersey woman spends $22k to have liposuction, a tummy tuck and a boob job
Cindy Moore, 39, from New Jersey, said she couldn't get rid of the excess skin on her stomach after giving birth (right) without having surgery (left). (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - October 9, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
How much fat can liposuction remove?
People with higher body mass can have more fat removed safely, researchers claim (Source: Health News: CBSNews.com)
Source: Health News: CBSNews.com - September 25, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
