Non-Surgical Weight Loss Treatments
Dieting, exercise and medication have long been regarded as the conventional methods for weight loss in Australia.
Sometimes, these efforts are successful in the short term. However, for people who are suffering from morbid obesity, the results rarely last. For many, this can translate into what’s called the “yo-yo dieting,” where people continually gain and lose weight with the possibility of serious psychological and health consequences. Recent research reveals that conventional methods of weight loss generally fail to produce permanent weight loss. Several studies have shown that patients on diets, exercise programs, or medication are able to lose approximately 10% of their body weight but tend to regain two-thirds of it within one year, and almost all of it within five years**. Another study found that less than 5% of patients in weight loss programs were able to maintain their reduced weight after five years*.
Surgical Weight Loss Treatment
Over the last few years, weight loss surgery has been proven to be the most successful method for managing obesity.
In fact the National Institute of Health has endorsed this to be the most effective treatment for people with morbid obesity. It is more effective and much less risky than older style procedures and the stigma of having weight loss surgery has almost disappeared. Surgical options have continued to evolve and Newcastle Obesity Surgery Centre is pleased to be able to offer patients all the well established surgical procedures. We specialise in performing these with laparoscopic techniques which minimises pain and ensures a quick recovery. All provide a unique tool that can help you achieve and maintain significant weight loss, improve your health, and enhance your quality of life.
References
** American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) / American College of Endocrinology. (ACE) Statement on the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Obesity (1998 Revision). AACE/ACE Obesity Task Force. Endocr Pract. 1998; Vol. 4 No. 5: 297-330.
* Kramer FM et al. Long-term follow-up of behavioral treatment for obesity: patterns of weight regain among men and women. Int J Obes 1989; 13:123-136.
# SAGES/ASBS Guidelines for Laparoscopic and Conventional Surgical Treatment of Morbid Obesity. American Society for Bariatric Surgery.
