After Care Medical Spa

1. AFTER CARE MEDICAL SPA Referring to the Spa / Wellness Centre after Medical Procedures (or) Implementation of Integrative Medicine / Wellness Centre to the existing Hospital

2. Project overview Introduction Definition of Spa & Wellness Spa & Wellness Therapies Scope of After Care Medical Spa After Medical Care with Spa & Wellness Therapies Advantages Execution of the Project Success Stories

3. introduction Spa and Wellness therapies can be efficiently executed to prepare the patients for the Medical procedures and in post Medical procedures to speed up the recovery and minimize the physical and mental suffering. The relaxing Spa ambiance and therapies not only letting the patients to undergo the Medical procedures confidently, often can be used as palliative care. The positive lifestyle changes, taught by the qualified Wellness Physicians at Spa and Wellness Centres assures a wellbeing in the Physical, Mental and Spiritual levels of the patients.

4. SPA Spas are the places devoted to enhancing the overall well-being through a variety of professional services. The progressive perfection of Health in the Human Body, Mind and Soul and its harmony to each other through various evidence based Wellness therapies. wellness

5. Wellness Therapies SPA Therapies • Aromatherapy • Body wraps • Skin exfoliation • Facials • Massages • Manicure / pedicure • Waxing • Hydrotherapy • Mud therapy • Nutrition and Dietetics • Fitness training • Yoga and meditation • Ayurveda • Acupuncture & Reflexology • Magneto therapy • Herbals and Supplements • Cranio Sacral therapy • Cryo therapy

6. Scope of after care medical spa Prior to surgery, patients benefit from the addition of yoga stress control and self- image counseling. In case of any Surgery, whether minor or major, the post recovery period needs a lot of attention and follow up at a peaceful and hygienic environment, where the Spas are best choice. Dermatology and Cosmetic Procedures often requires constructive management of the skin as follow up which is one of the specialty of the Spas. During Plastic Surgery, Post treatment may include long-term weight management programs with Nutritionists and sessions with Personal Trainers. Estheticians and Massage therapists can perform Spa treatments that will accelerate healing such as Lymphatic Drainage and Scar Management During surgery, energy work with a Reiki Master may be incorporated. Lipo-suction can be accompanied with Detoxifying Body Wrap with cellulite reducing Acupuncture. An OB-GYN is a great asset for a Medical Spa as well as untapped market. Massage therapists and yoga instructors can guide patients through their pregnancy. Estheticians can perform facials with products that are non-toxic and safe for mother and child. Pre natal Massages and Refreshing Leg Treatments that reduce swelling and water retention also comfort expectant mothers. Post care may include a Nutritionist and a Post natal Yoga. Menopausal women now have supplements which are designed strictly for their skins and mood changing needs. Ayurveda is the oldest Medicine and yet the newest to hit the Spa scene. Purva and Pancha Karma treatments add different approaches to healing and balance. Chemotherapy patients are often in need of skincare that is all natural and non-toxic. Detoxifying treatments, spiritual healing, energy work, scar management for post Mastectomies and Lumpectomies, as well as a trusting place to get fitted for wigs are just a few ways in which cancer patients can benefit from the Spa. The Medical Spa helps the patient take the necessary time to heal and recuperate, it makes the patient feel beautiful in times of illness and it acknowledges alternative practices of medicine whether East, West, Complementary or Esthetic.

7. After medical care with spa & wellness therapies For your reference, few Spa and Wellness treatments and its proven efficiency in supporting the cure is given below. However all these therapies cannot be considered as a treatment of the condition, instead it should be accompanied by the proper Medical intervention. Hotsprings Bath: spinal column ailments, circulation disorders, rheumatic illnesses, paralysis, metabolism disorders, gynecological problems, osteoporosis, arthritis, for general regeneration purposes and as a post-surgery recovery treatmentMud Bath: joint diseases, rheumatism, spinal column pains, nervous system disorders and gynecological problems, chronic pains, especially of the musculoskeletal system (back, neck, shoulders), osteoarthritis, lumbago, rheumatism, inflammatory diseases, fractures and skin diseases Hydro therapy: diseases of the nervous system, allergies, respiratory diseases, diseases of the joints and spinal column, migraines, metabolic disorders and gynecological problems Craniosacral Treatment: migraine, tension headaches, brain fog, fatigue, general body aches, neck and spinal column pain, menstrual cramps, sleeping disorders, stress, mood swings and other mood disorders Acupuncture: joints and muscle pain, respiratory diseases, gastrointestinal problems, migraine, gynecological problems, circulation disorders, metabolism problems Aroma Therapy: revitalization, regain lost energy, de-stress, relaxation, muscle tension, mood swings, immune system boost, circular flow regeneration Continued…

8. After medical care with spa & wellness therapies Cryotherapy: pain management associated with rheumatism, arthritis, spinal degeneration, and chronic inflammation of joints or tendons, physical stress, insomnia, treatment of injuries and for faster recovery after surgeries Massage : swollen skin tissue e.g. legs or arms, pain relief after surgeries, chronic inflammation, migraine, repair of scar tissue, skin problems, acne, cellulitis Fitness Training: improve cardio-vascular fitness, weight loss, muscle strength, upper body work-out, increase in physical endurance, overall well-being Rest: Post-treatment recovery is dependent on how much rest you allow yourself to have, even with superficial skin treatments. Our bodies heal best with adequate rest and you’ll be surprised how much faster you heal. Nutrition & Diet: A natural diet that is high in fresh, leafy greens, lean protein and fruits is key to healing and proper hydration. Herbals & Supplements: Beneficial vitamins and Herbals for healing and recovery. Yoga: Stress Management, Improve Lung Capacity, Spinal and Joint Pain Management, Hypertension Management. Ayurveda: Soothes and Strengthens Nervous System, Detoxifies the Body, Pain Management. Magneto therapy & Chromo Therapy: Pain and Palliative Care, Speed up the wound healing, Relaxes the Mind.

9. ADVANTAGES Higher Revenue: It is estimated that the Wellness Tourism has $ 1.9 trillion global market, more than double the size of the medical tourism market at $50 billion It’s worth noting that there seems to be evidence that people who travel to another country on wellness vacation (i.e., to experience a resort spa or yoga retreat) are more likely to select that country for medical procedures.  This makes the cross-promotion of wellness tourism and medical tourism a likely win-win scenario.  While Medical Tourism is limited with a Medical procedure, Addition of Wellness & Spa, creates repeating of the clients for general wellbeing. Retain the clientale who look for Complimentary and Alternative Medicines. Position the Hospital as an Multi Speciality Medical Centre. Building patient’s trust that the Management provides everything from Medical Care to Wellbeing Care.

10. EXECUTION OF THE PROJECT This Project can be successfully implemented by the Hospitals that have been earmarked for Medical Tourism promotion by Malaysia’s Ministry of Health in two ways: 1. Collaborating with any Spa / Wellness Centre with a qualified Wellness Physician to refer the patients for Wellness treatments in pre and post Medical procedures. 2. Expansion of current hospital with an addition of Wellness / Integrative Medicine Centre.

11. SUCCESS STORIES These are the few examples of leading Hospitals worldwide to offer Wellness and Spa Services with their existing Medical Services successfully. Arizona University Medical Center, Tucson Montefiore Medical Center, New York Stanford Hospital and Clinics, California Raffles Hospitals, Singapore Apollo Hospitals, India Saad Specialist Hospital, Saudi Arabia Continuum Medical Care, Vancouver, Canada Rozsakert Medical Center, Budapest, Hungary

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