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Labor induction is the process of stimulating uterine contractions to achieve a vaginal birth before your body begins labor on its own. There are many reasons why your obstetrician may suggest artificial labor induction, including health concerns for you and … Read More
Wooster Community Hospital Blog
When Does My Child Stop Seeing a Pediatrician?
It is not easy finding a doctor you and your child can trust and develop a positive, fruitful relationship with. A pediatrician is your child’s primary care doctor, which means they are your first point of contact when your child … Read More
Who Might Need Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is a type of physical treatment that involves exercises, stretches, and manual manipulation to recover strength and flexibility in ligaments, tendons, muscles, and joints. Physical therapy can be beneficial to many people who suffer from loss of muscle … Read More
Tips for Staying Healthy During Cancer Treatment
Cancer treatment can take a huge toll on the body, especially from side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and lack of appetite. During treatment, you may find it hard to find ways to stay healthy. However, there are different things … Read More
Who Should Consider Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy (OT) is a healthcare profession that focuses on helping individuals with physical, cognitive, and mental impairments acquire or regain the skills they need to lead independent lives.
Occupational therapists essentially create tailored programs— integrating activities, exercises, and other … Read More
Questions to Ask Your Obstetrician During Your Prenatal Appointments
The moment that you’ve been waiting for has come: you finally got a positive pregnancy test. Now it’s time to schedule a prenatal appointment.
However, before you see your OB/GYN, it’s important to know the right questions to ask—not … Read More
What Is Involved in a Colonoscopy?
Colonoscopy is a screening and diagnostic procedure used to detect and remove precancerous growths in the lower GI (gastrointestinal) tract. It involves the examination of the colon (large intestine, or bowels) and rectum using a thin tube with a camera … Read More
How Do I Prepare For an Oncology Appointment?
Going for an oncology appointment can seem like one of the scariest medical experiences you will have. To help control your emotions and to maximize communication with your oncologist, the team at Comprehensive Cancer Care at Wooster Community Hospital suggests … Read More
What are Some Examples of Occupational Therapy?
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy (OT) is a treatment for problems with movement and coordination. It helps people improve motor skills involved in everyday tasks, like writing and getting dressed.
The need for OT can come up at any … Read More
Can a Mammogram Detect Breast Cancer?
A mammogram (mammography exam) is deemed the gold standard for breast cancer screening. Nonetheless, it cannot prove that an abnormal area is indicative of breast cancer. What it does, instead, is that it allows for breast cancer detection by … Read More
